Great Lakes Motor Inn

3.0 star property
Comfortable motel in Forster with free parking

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Great Lakes Motor Inn

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Front of property
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Overview of Great Lakes Motor Inn

Reviews
7.6

Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
24 Head Street, Forster, NSW, 2428
  • Popular LocationBeach Street Seafoods4 min walk
  • Popular LocationCafe Toscano4 min walk
  • Popular LocationPebbly Beach6 min walk
  • Popular LocationThe Sanctuary10 min walk
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Room options

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Share FOR 3)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Small Room ROR 2)

Highlights

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

Family Room, Non Smoking (Family Room for 5)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Queen)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Share)

Highlights

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

About the area

Forster

Located in Forster, Great Lakes Motor Inn is near the beach. The Sanctuary and Wallis Island Nature Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Forster Tenpin Centre and The Big Buzz Fun Park.

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

Property highlights
Great Lakes Motor Inn provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at Great Lakes Motor Inn offer comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Fridges and coffee/tea makers

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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

Property is also known as

Great Lakes Motor Inn Forster
Great Lakes Motor Inn
Great Lakes Motor Forster
Great Lakes Motor Inn Motel
Great Lakes Motor Inn Forster
Great Lakes Motor Inn Motel Forster

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Lakes Motor Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Great Lakes Motor Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Great Lakes Motor Inn?

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

What time is check-out at Great Lakes Motor Inn?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Great Lakes Motor Inn located?

Situated near the beach, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Pebbly Beach and Miles Island. The Sanctuary and Wallis Lake are also within 15 minutes.

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;