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The Dorsal Boutique Hotel

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A balcony with two wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a beach with waves and a clear sky.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of the sea.
A view of a beach with a pool, umbrellas, and cars parked on the side.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a white coffee table, and a view of the ocean through large sliding doors.
A multi-story building with balconies, a parking area, and a view of the ocean.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$310
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug

Explore the area

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1 West Street, Forster, NSW, 2428
  • Place, Pebbly Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Forster Town Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Forster Marina
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Taree, NSW (TRO)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, Balcony (Superior Suite)

A balcony with a view of a beach and ocean.

Superior Room, Balcony (Superior Suite)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Balcony (Deluxe Suite)

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

Deluxe Room, Balcony (Deluxe Suite)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Balcony (Deluxe Triple)

A balcony with two wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a beach with waves and a clear sky.

Deluxe Room, Balcony (Deluxe Triple)

  • Ocean view
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, Balcony (Standard suite)

A view of a beach with a pool, umbrellas, and cars parked on the side.

Standard Room, Balcony (Standard suite)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Apartment, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Forster

A luxury stay in Forster awaits you at The Dorsal Boutique Hotel. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Pebbly Beach and Wallis Lake. Highlights at this beach hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-in and a vending machine. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Forster hotel include Miles Island and The Tanks.

What's nearby

  • Pebbly Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Forster Tenpin Centre - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Forster Town Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Forster Marina - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Forster-Tuncurry Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Taree, NSW (TRO) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lakes & Ocean Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Club Forster - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Forster Bowling Club - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Graham Barclay Oysters - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Marina - ‬12 min walk

About this property

The Dorsal Boutique Hotel

There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. The luxury The Dorsal Boutique Hotel also features a vending machine and express check-in. Free self parking is available.

This 4.5-star Forster hotel is smoke free.

  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • Towels for the beach
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Dorsal Boutique Hotel offers 31 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. 35-inch LCD televisions come with premium digital channels. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Dorsal by the Sea

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach towels

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 35-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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 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. 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, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property is also known as

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The Dorsal Hotel Forster
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Dorsal Boutique Hotel?

The Dorsal Boutique Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Dorsal Boutique Hotel?

As of 15 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dorsal Boutique Hotel on 16 Aug 2026 start from NZ$310, 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.

Is parking available at The Dorsal Boutique Hotel?

Yep, The Dorsal Boutique Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Dorsal Boutique Hotel?

Yep, The Dorsal Boutique Hotel is a short 11-minute walk from Forster Town Beach.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Dorsal Boutique Hotel?

No, The Dorsal Boutique Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Dorsal Boutique Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Dorsal Boutique Hotel's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Dorsal Boutique Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Dorsal Boutique Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Dorsal Boutique Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 404 out of 773 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 279 out of 773 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 773 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 773 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 773 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lady on the front desk was more than helpful and lovely, she was very pleasant. %100 great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room and view straight across road from the main beach and pool
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant room and stay for a brief visit in Forster!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite nice room, clean. Good views and location. Easy parking and great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and nice hotel, walking distance to nearby restaurants and the beach is across the stree.. extremely convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Reginald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay. Great restaurant downstairs. A 5 star result
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hayden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and location. Would stay again next time in Forster. Even better now the restaurant is open.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great position.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located adjacent to the sea baths. Meals in the restaurant are very good. Staff are pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Dona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room right across from the beach, so amazing to be able to hear the waves crashing as you slip of to sleep
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were welcoming and informative. Stayed one night. Parking was easy. Breakfast was good with a great view. Only issue was the TV requires casting and restaurant could be open longer. I understand it’s a quiet time, but maybe just provide a service that’s always open and the people will come or at least however maybe just for drinks/ snacks for guests to enjoy the view. I will be back though as the service was the highlight (and the location)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

SUSANNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great, very spacious, staff were very friendly and helpful. Food at the restaurant was excellent (had lunch and breakfast twice). Easy parking. Walking trail nearby and excellent swimming at the beach opposite.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location opposite the ocean pool and beach. Fabulous view from the balcony. Spacious clean room and friendly staff. Able to easily walk to shops, cafes and restaurants. A great place to stay in Forster.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great position, excellent views, room was clean and the staff friendly. Would definitely go back to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yashtika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Ocean views from deluxe balcony suite was amazing. Restaurant was very convenient with good food, great staff with efficient and friendly dly service. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The restaurants were close and swimming was good as you had a choice of the baths or the beach right across the road. staff were good and parking onsite was good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
View from the balcony fantastic. Restaurant food was great. The basement parking was a bit tight especially with the large SUVs. Staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Theo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to all amenities. Large room, great views. Friendly check in on arrival.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless,really comfortable bed ,brilliant shower,& ofcourse the view is to die for .The staff were friendly & efficient .Heaps of parking & the restaurant was very good Great place to stay 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Craig

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are expensive and are dirty
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Across from Beach great facility and convenience
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kosmas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very comfortable and spotless. Access to the ocean pool is fabulous as is the proximity to the local shopping strip.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A perfect stay - stayed in superior ocean room which was a large comfortable room, had great views and well appointed with everything you needed also newly renovated. Enjoyed a great breakfast and a dinner below in restaurant!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026