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Forster Palms Motel

Property class: 3.5

Photo gallery for Forster Palms Motel

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a fenced area.
A hotel room with two beds, each with a grey quilted bedspread and white pillows, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.
A garden area with various plants, a bench, and a wooden structure.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV on a wooden stand, a grey sofa with patterned cushions, and a large abstract painting on the wall.
A tropical garden with various palm trees and dense greenery.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct

Explore the area

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60 MacIntosh Street, Forster, NSW, 2428
  • Place, The Sanctuary
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Forster Marina
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Forster Town Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taree, NSW (TRO)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Twin

A hotel room with two beds, a brick wall, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

Standard Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Family

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Standard Family

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Family

A hotel room with three dark-colored beds, white pillows, and a ceiling fan.

Deluxe Family

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Twin

A hotel room with two beds, each with a grey quilted bedspread and white pillows, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Twin

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Queen Upstairs

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, and a large window.

Deluxe Queen Upstairs

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Queen

A bedroom with a bed, a brown couch, a nightstand, and a ceiling fan.

Standard Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Queen

A bedroom with a brick-patterned wall, a bed with a grey mattress and white pillows, a round side table, and a brown sofa.

Deluxe Queen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Comfort Apartment

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV on a wooden stand, a grey sofa with patterned cushions, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

Comfort Apartment

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed

About the area

Forster

At Forster Palms Motel you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Forster Tenpin Centre and The Sanctuary. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi, patios and LED TVs. .Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. At the motel's restaurant, you can grab a bite to eat. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Forster motel include Forster Private Hospital and Miles Island.
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What's nearby

  • The Sanctuary - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Forster Marina - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Forster Town Beach - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Forster-Tuncurry Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • One Mile Beach - 3 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lakes & Ocean Hotel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Limlong - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Graham Barclay Oysters - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Wharf St. Distillery Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Spice Monkey Forster - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Forster Palms Motel

There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Forster Palms Motel. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Forster motel.

  • 1 building
  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Forster Palms Motel offers 36 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished. 32-inch LED televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Forster motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and microwaves can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: AUD 9 to 9 for adults and AUD 9 to 9 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 1:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 9 to 9 for adults and AUD 9.00 to 9.00 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 8 PM
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Forster Palms Motel?

Yep, Forster Palms Motel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Forster Palms Motel?

As of 28 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Forster Palms Motel on 29 Oct 2026 start from NZ$179, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Forster Palms Motel?

Yep, Forster Palms Motel is a short 17-minute walk from Pebbly Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling and windsurfing.

Does Forster Palms Motel have a pool?

Forster Palms Motel has a pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 9 AM to 8 PM.

Does Forster Palms Motel serve breakfast?

You bet, continental brekkie is on offer daily from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Forster Palms Motel?

No, Forster Palms Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Forster Palms Motel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Forster Palms Motel's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Forster Palms Motel?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Forster Palms Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Forster Palms Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 436 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 163 out of 436 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 436 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 436 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 436 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff every thing you need great position
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great! Clean and tidy. The Bowlo buffet next door is excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good size room, lots of amenities - toaster, microwave, cutlery etc. A great place to stop over at.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and even smelled clean. It had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay! The room was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place in a great location. Clean rooms and very friendly staff. Would come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay very clean. Although it is on a main road it was very quiet ++
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with the accommodation will be back thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean room ,biscuits ,nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Received membership for the Bowlie next door. Great prices for happy hour 😀
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was clean & check-in was speedy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central position with Bowling Club literally next door for a good meal. Lady at Reception was quick and efficient, rooms well appointed and super clean! Good stay for a budget price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and tidy, staff were lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One night stay. Very clean room and helpful staff. Found overall experience excellent and most certainly will be back..A+++
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay , convenient location for visitor's
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Staff were pleasant and parking was very good and big area. Bed was too firm for us but otherwise room was a good size, bathroom was clean and tidy. Enjoyed time in Forster.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. Friendly staff and nice clean pool and bbq area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and room excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Basic, clean, quiet good location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026