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Island Palms Motor Inn

3.5 star property
Suburban motel in Forster with free parking
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers
Deluxe Room, Hot Tub (Spa) | Private spa tub
Exterior
Reception
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The price is NZ$222
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec

Explore the area

Map
115 The Lakes Way, Forster, NSW, 2428
  • Leon Island
    2 min drive
  • Forster Marina
    3 min drive
  • Miles Island
    3 min drive
  • Forster, NSW (FOT)
    7 min drive

Room options

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 34 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Family Studio Suite

Family Studio Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 34 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Room, Hot Tub (Spa) | Private spa tub

Deluxe Room, Hot Tub (Spa)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 34 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Double Room

Executive Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Blackout curtains
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 1 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 1 King Bed

Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 34 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Forster

Island Palms Motor Inn puts you in the centre of Forster, 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Wallis Lake and 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Leon Island. Highlights at this motel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a garden. Other amenities include laundry facilities, luggage storage and a front desk safe. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Forster motel include Forster Marina and Miles Island.
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What's nearby

  • Forster Marina - 3 min drive
  • Forster Tenpin Centre - 3 min drive
  • One Mile Beach - 4 min drive
  • Forster-Tuncurry Golf Course - 5 min drive
  • Forster Town Beach - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Taree, NSW (TRO) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖMcDonald's - ā€¬15 min walk
  • ā€ŖClub Forster - ā€¬4 min drive
  • ā€ŖForster Bowling Club - ā€¬4 min drive
  • ā€ŖJamaica Blue - ā€¬4 min walk
  • ā€ŖParadise Marina - ā€¬4 min drive

About this property

Island Palms Motor Inn

Suburban motel in Forster with free parking
Island Palms Motor Inn offers its guests an outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Island Palms Motor Inn also features concierge services, laundry facilities, and room service (during limited hours). Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Forster motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1987
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Island Palms Motor Inn offers 32 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. This Forster motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include baths or showers. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM for a fee: AUD 12 to 25 for adults and AUD 9 to 14 for children

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

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

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 12 to 25 for adults and AUD 9 to 14 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. 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, debit cards and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Island Palms Motor
Island Palms Motor Forster
Island Palms Motor Inn
Island Palms Motor Inn Forster
Island Palms Motor Inn Motel
Island Palms Motor Inn Forster
Island Palms Motor Inn Motel Forster

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Island Palms Motor Inn?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Island Palms Motor Inn?

As of 22 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Island Palms Motor Inn on 23 Dec 2024 start from NZ$221.68, 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 Island Palms Motor Inn?

Yep, Island Palms Motor Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Island Palms Motor Inn?

The closest beach to Island Palms Motor Inn is One Mile Beach (2.6 km).

Does Island Palms Motor Inn have a pool?

Island Palms Motor Inn has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Does Island Palms Motor Inn serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order brekkie is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Island Palms Motor Inn?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Island Palms Motor Inn?

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

Are pets allowed at Island Palms Motor Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

Island Palms Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 385 out of 949 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 401 out of 949 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 949 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 949 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 949 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would recommend the island palms to friends
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Keith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and comfortable, clean and modern. Very difficult to fill water jug from bathroom tap.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Huma

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and clean, though a little older. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend and stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A good place to stay if you are on a budget. It was clean, easy to get in and park. Beds were comfy. Walls a but thin could hear next door easily. Tv could have been bigger woth a better selection of channels. Staff were friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mahmoud

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service great reception and great room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay, convenient and spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location. Beautiful spot. Awesome service.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quite private clean and modern room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant stay
One night stay with my wife Check in was ezy staff were friendly room was clean and comfortable would definitely stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Matthew

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Photos look good but the reality is itā€™s old and tired. No food even thought advert says there is. Wouldnā€™t recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I felt safe and it was quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lottie

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Motel was clean and near a shopping centre, room was comfortable and no traffic noise. Only issue was no remote for the tv and no one at the office to ask for one. Other than that all was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Carmel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Second Time Staying
Room was very comfortable however noise from adjoining room and carpark was disturbing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

PAUL

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room overlooked the main road. You could not open the curtains without drivers looking into the room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Annemarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All great
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The motel was very clean and comfortable,
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Joan

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good layout in family room. Could do with a few more security features. Had all the basics. We stopped there one night en route. Arrived late and checked in via kiosk which was easy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024