Lakes and Ocean Hotel Forster

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

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Coffee shop
Interior
Aerial view
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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite, Lake View

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept

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

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 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
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

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

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

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

Family Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 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. 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

  • ‪Tuncurry Bowling Club - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Forster Bowling Club - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Toscano - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tartt - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Forster Bakehouse - ‬5 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
  • 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.

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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

  • 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

The property charges 1.65 per cent for credit card payments
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.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.65 per cent

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 and debit 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, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay and debit cards. 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 2 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakes and Ocean Hotel Forster on 5 Sept 2025 start from AU$114.95, 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.

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. 158 out of 350 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 114 out of 350 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 350 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 350 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 350 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

4/10 Poor

Julio

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Mattress was way too soft. I was afraid all night that i would roll off the bed. Dod not sleep all night. Left a day early and went home to get a good night sleep. .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wanda

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a lovelt room Comfortable beds and new ensuite bathroom. Meals are really nice. Great place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable. Lovely and clean. Nice shower
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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

dawn

Travelled with partner
Location. Albeit the property is a bit dated it's clean and reasonably priced
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, close to everything. Good pub food
Stayed 4 nights in May 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