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Lakes and Ocean Hotel Forster

3.0 star property
Hotel in Forster with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant

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Guests can enjoy a scenic view of the water and a nearby bridge from this hotel's outdoor seating area.
Relax in comfort with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and a small refrigerator, plus a sliding door to an outdoor area with a scenic view.
Enjoy waterfront views of the surrounding urban landscape from this property.
Enjoy a cold beer at the bar, where you can choose from a selection of taps, including Carlton Draught and New.
Enjoy serene lake views and tranquil surroundings from this lakeside retreat.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$110
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug

Explore the area

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10 Little Street, Forster, NSW, 2428
  • Forster Marina
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Forster Town Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Forster-Tuncurry Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Taree, NSW (TRO)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite

Cozy retreat with a neatly made bed, bedside table, and lamp.

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Heating
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite, Lake View

Relax in this serene hotel room featuring a large bed, a bathroom with a glass shower, and a balcony with a view of the water and surrounding greenery.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite, Lake View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Heating
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Enjoy a restful stay in this cozy room featuring a single bed, flat-screen TV, and a beautiful ocean view.

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Ensuite

Two single beds with white mattresses and matching pillows, a wardrobe with a mirror, and a dresser.

Family Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Heating
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Forster

At Lakes and Ocean Hotel Forster you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Miles Island and Leon Island. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 11:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Forster hotel include The Sanctuary and Wallis Lake.

What's nearby

  • Pebbly Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Forster Marina - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Forster Town Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Forster-Tuncurry Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • One Mile Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Taree, NSW (TRO) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Club Forster - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Tuncurry Rock Pool - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Forster Bowling Club - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Paradise Marina - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Lakes and Ocean Hotel Forster

Hotel in Forster with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at Lakes and Ocean Hotel Forster.

This 3-star Forster hotel is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Lakes and Ocean Hotel Forster offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a ceiling fan. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 100 metres
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: AUD 5 to 17 for adults and AUD 5 to 17 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
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 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For same day bookings made after 9 PM, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 20.0 per day.

Payment types

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 5 to 17 for adults and AUD 5 to 17 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20.0 per day

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, debit card or cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Lakes and Ocean Hotel Forster?

Lakes and Ocean Hotel Forster offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakes and Ocean Hotel Forster?

As of 9 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakes and Ocean Hotel Forster on 15 Aug 2025 start from NZ$109.51, 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 Lakes and Ocean Hotel Forster?

Yep, Lakes and Ocean Hotel Forster is a short 13-minute walk from Forster Town Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and fishing.

Does Lakes and Ocean Hotel Forster serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order brekkie is served daily between 7:30 AM and 11:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lakes and Ocean Hotel Forster?

No, Lakes and Ocean Hotel Forster does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Lakes and Ocean Hotel Forster?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Lakes and Ocean Hotel Forster?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Lakes and Ocean Hotel Forster?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Lakes and Ocean Hotel Forster Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 343 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 112 out of 343 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 343 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 343 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 343 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and management are great, the room is clean and amenities were fine. I would definitely stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Affordable,clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Bradley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Big room with updated on suite. Looking out over disused roof space for below hotel/pub facilities but better this way as no noise to speak of if you were positioned overlooking the main road out front. Very clean. Good comfortable queen bed. Only a short walk to the main beach and great breakfast at the local surf lifesaving club at the main beach. No hotel parking but plenty of angled parking across the road. Police station next door so I would not expect drunken behaviour during the night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Raquel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was really comfortable but the music from the bar was very noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean and quiet room with big comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in with manager was fun & friendly. Very comfy bed, and bistro meal was perfect. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Clayton

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very out of date and in disrepair. Needed help with the TV, staff wasn’t any help. Pub was great, food was good. Convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Narrelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable bed & lovely bathroom. Also nice having a lift to upstairs room.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Gordon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property is very well located and staff nice. However, a number of issues need to be addressed. The bathroom/toilet door would not close and in a small room this was not very nice. Window to outside (beside the bed) would not close and noise outside was awful.... Friday night until 1.30ish and Saturday night yelling continued until around 2.30 am. Hot water was barely hot. Overall disappointing despite lovely location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thanh Tri

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay,perfect location,great pub & accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dee

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the the water front, me and the Bois were able to walk across the road, have a fish and a few beers right at the comfort of the front door. Bottle shop was 2 minutes walk away, the food there is to die for. I highly recommend this place to any one and I will definitely be returning customers. Thanks once again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Viet

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Good location, nice view,comfortable bed, bathroom like new
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accomadation great Bistro downstairs- when is says salad with a main meal,maybe a bit more than just lettuce leaves.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice outlook. Nice old pub still functioning.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

sabrina

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location. Gorgeous views. Food is amazing. Staff are the nicest ive met. Its perfect for what we needed♡♡♡
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic view of the river across the road. Great dining on the verandah and an excellent room with huge balcony. I would book again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice clean property with a great bathroom, comfy bed and good air con. It was a fun pub with a gig we caught at the end of the night after our other engagements in the area. I Would definitely stay again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

5 star review

Stayed 1 night. Given an early check in and an upgrade. Room was large and clean. Bathroom was brand new and large. Room was very quiet. 5 stars
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Jan

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

lopeti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025