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Great Lakes Motor Inn

3.0 star property
Comfortable motel in Forster with free parking

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Exterior
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Reviews
7.6

Good

Popular amenities

  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Map
24 Head Street, Forster, NSW, 2428
  • Popular LocationForster Town Beach13 min walk
  • Popular LocationOne Mile Beach4 min drive
  • Popular LocationForster-Tuncurry Golf Course5 min drive
  • AirportPort Macquarie, NSW (PQQ)79 min drive

Room options

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Share FOR 3)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Queen Room2)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Small Room ROR 2)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room, Non Smoking (Family Room for 5)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Double FOR 2)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room, Non Smoking (Family room for 4)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Queen)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Share)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Standard Room, Non Smoking (SMALLER ROOM FOR 2)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Forster

At Great Lakes Motor Inn you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Pebbly Beach and Miles Island. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Forster motel include The Sanctuary and Wallis Lake.
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What's nearby

  • Pebbly Beach - 6 min walk
  • Forster Town Beach - 13 min walk
  • Forster Marina - 14 min walk
  • One Mile Beach - 4 min drive
  • Forster-Tuncurry Golf Course - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Port Macquarie, NSW (PQQ) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • Forster Bowling Club - 15 min walk
  • Tuncurry Rock Pool - 3 min drive
  • Club Forster - 19 min walk
  • Beach Bums Cafe - 5 min walk
  • Wharf St. Distillery Restaurant - 8 min walk

About this property

Great Lakes Motor Inn

Comfortable motel in Forster with free parking
As a guest of Great Lakes Motor Inn, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Forster motel is smoke free.

  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Great Lakes Motor Inn offers 27 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a shower.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • No housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Garden

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (9 AM - 6:30 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
On Sundays, reception hours are 7:30-10:30 AM and 2-6 PM.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Great Lakes Motor Inn?

Great Lakes Motor Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Great Lakes Motor Inn?

Yep, Great Lakes Motor Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Great Lakes Motor Inn?

Yep, Great Lakes Motor Inn is a short 13-minute walk from Forster Town Beach.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Great Lakes Motor Inn?

No, Great Lakes Motor Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Great Lakes Motor Inn?

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

Are pets allowed at Great Lakes Motor Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

Great Lakes Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 173 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 173 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 173 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 173 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 173 reviews" "

6.8/10

Cleanliness

6.2/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Topi, nsw

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The worst motel I we have ever stayed in.
No reverse cycle air and it was very cold ,we asked for an excellent blanket which never arrived .The room was never cleaned properly ,dust and dirt and cobwebs.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Basic accommodation in a convenient location
Basic accommodation in a convenient location close to beach. No frills but

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Way too expensive for what it is. It is very noisy when you have the room facing the street. room very dark

8/10 Good

Sue-anne, Australia - NSW - Newcastle

Liked: Cleanliness
Service: Sufficient;

6/10 Okay

Bill, Australia - NSW - Coffs Harbour

Disliked: Staff & service
Facilities: Basic; Value: Moderate; Service: Amateur; Cleanliness: Tidy;

10/10 Excellent

Alan

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

6/10 Okay

Peter, Australia - QLD - Gold Coast

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Bare minimum; Value: Low-priced; Service: Sufficient; Cleanliness: Room ok grounds so-so; You get what you pay for - use a one night stay

6/10 Okay

Kirshly, Australia - NSW - Regional NSW

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Facilities: Basic; Value: Moderate; Service: Bad; Cleanliness: Lacking;

6/10 Okay

Brian, Australia - VIC - Melbourne

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Shabby, Run-down; Service: Inferior; Customer service was hardly enthusiastic

6/10 Okay

Alan, Australia - NSW - Newcastle

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Tired; Value: Acceptable price; Service: Basic; Cleanliness: Poor;