Name: Island Palms Motor Inn
Address: 115 The Lakes Way, Forster, New South Wales, Australia, Forster, New South Wales, Australia
Rating: 8.23

Guest reviews

8.2

Very good

Based on 1,358 verified reviews

Who stays here?

Business

8%

Couple

49%

Family

33%

Group

5%

Solo

3%

What guests think

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Across many reviews, Island Palms Motor Inn is praised for friendly, helpful staff and quick, often self-service check-in, with a convenient location near shops and an easy drive to Forster’s beaches, and a generally quiet setting that suits short stays.

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10

Megan

Jan 20, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Easy check in and out. Clean, comfy, good shower did the job for passing through

8

Philip

Jan 14, 2026

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Stayed 9 nights

Not convenient for long term stay. No dishwashing facilities. Laundry facilities limited. Staff friendly rooms clean.

8

Angus

Jan 14, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean and tidy everything you need for a short stop over. The staff were friendly and very helpful. Pool was small and ok in terms of maintenance but the water needed topping up and there was a film across the top of the water. It needed the debris removed from floating on the top. Maybe in the summer when more people are using it they could turn on the filtration system throughout the daytime. Overall great place for a quick stopover.

10

Kathy

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our room was very clean, comfortable beds.The lady at reception was lovely and helpful, quick and easy check in and check out.. 5 minute drive from beautiful beaches. Shops across the road was very handy. Lots of parking.

8

Tony

Sep 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We really enjoyed the motel room after a long drive from Queenslsnd

115 The Lakes Way, Forster, New South Wales, Australia

Location

A stay at Island Palms Motor Inn places you in the heart of Forster, within a 5-minute drive of Leon Island and Forster Marina. This motel is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Wallis Lake and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Miles Island.

Wallis Lake(1.1 miles)

Leon Island(1.1 miles)

Forster Marina(1.3 miles)

Miles Island(1.3 miles)

Forster Tenpin Centre(1.5 miles)

The Sanctuary(1.6 miles)

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Property Policies

Check-in instructions

Everything you need to know for a smooth check-in.

Check-in

Check-out

From 14:00 to 23:00

Before 10:00

Security deposit

You'll be required to pay the fully refundable deposit for this property.

Good to know

Additional policies and info about this property.

Optional extras

Additional paid services you can request.

FAQs

Yes, parking is available on-site and is free, although it is limited. Parking height restrictions apply.

Check-in time is from 14:00 to 23:00, and check-out time is by 10:00. Early check-in and late check-out may be available for a fee, subject to availability.

Yes, a roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge. Guests can arrange the transfer through the property.

The property is located in Forster, within a 5-minute drive of Leon Island and Forster Marina. It is approximately 1.1 miles from Wallis Lake and 1.4 miles from Miles Island.

Yes, there is a seasonal outdoor pool available, with access from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Island Palms Motor Inn

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