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A balcony with two wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a beach with waves and a clear sky.

A multi-story building with balconies, a parking area, and a view of the ocean.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a white coffee table, and a view of the ocean through large sliding doors.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of the sea.

1. The Dorsal Boutique Hotel

Forster

Tanya

₹14,606

₹16,159 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a double sink, and a framed picture on the wall.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a book on a towel, and a hotel sign in the background.

A hotel sign with amenities including a pool, free WiFi, and availability.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV on a white cabinet, a round coffee table, and large windows offering a view of greenery outside.

2. Hotel Forster

Forster

Kevin

₹10,613

₹11,862 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A marina with boats docked along a pier, surrounded by trees and buildings.

A pool area with picnic tables, a covered seating area, and palm trees.

A hotel with a two-story building, palm trees, and a fenced parking area.

3. South Pacific Palms Motor Inn

Tuncurry

RACHAEL

₹11,612

₹12,860 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a fenced area.

A hotel room with two beds, each with a grey quilted bedspread and white pillows, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.

A garden area with various plants, a bench, and a wooden structure.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV on a wooden stand, a grey sofa with patterned cushions, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

4. Forster Palms Motel

Forster

Jack

₹8,046

₹8,921 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A covered outdoor area with potted plants, a brick pathway, and a glass building with reflections.

A two-story building with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a car parked in front.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A calm waterfront with a pedestrian bridge and grassy areas.

5. Forstay Motel

Forster

Monruedee

₹7,420

₹8,210 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A motel with a sign indicating a vacancy.

A covered outdoor seating area with brick walls, tables, and chairs.

A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, white pillows, and a rolled towel on the bed.

A room with a dark-colored sofa, a window with sheer curtains, and a painting of a cityscape on the wall.

6. Forster and Wallis Lake Motel

Forster

Peter

₹7,220

₹7,980 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A long table with chairs in a covered area with a view of a parking lot.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and several televisions mounted on the walls.

A variety of seafood dishes on a wooden board, including oysters and other seafood items.

A bar area with stools and a counter with taps.

7. Lakes and Ocean Hotel Forster

Forster

Kristy

₹5,360

₹5,909 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A hotel room with three beds, a desk, and a door leading to a balcony.

A pool area with a sign indicating it's for guests only, surrounded by palm trees and a brick wall.

A wall with a 'WELCOME' sign above a collection of brochures and maps. There are two wicker chairs in front of the wall.

A compact kitchen with a window, a microwave, a sink, and a small refrigerator.

8. Forster Motor Inn

Forster

Prithwiraj

₹7,609

₹8,484 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A backyard with a pool, barbecue grill, and outdoor seating.

A swimming pool with a wooden deck, surrounded by a blue wall and potted plants.

A motel with a sign stating "Queen Size Beds, Free Internet, Saltwater Pool" and "Beautifully Renovated Rooms, Inspection Welcome".

A beach with a sandy shore, grassy dunes, and a view of the ocean.

9. Bali Hi Motel

Tuncurry

Colin

₹6,153

₹6,822 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a wall-mounted artwork, and a wardrobe.

A golf course with a modern building adjacent to it.

A coastal landscape with a beach, clear blue sea, rocky outcrops, and dense greenery.

An aerial view of a golf course with a beach in the background.

10. Bella Villa Motor Inn

Forster

Jeremy

₹10,854

₹11,973 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A covered outdoor patio with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water and greenery.

A water play area with a child in the center, surrounded by water jets and slides.

A spacious living area with a large window overlooking a body of water, a flat-screen TV, and a dining table with chairs.

A modern two-story house with a covered porch and a small front yard.

11. Discovery Parks - Forster

Darawank

Yadi

₹9,749

₹9,749 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A sandy beach with gentle waves and a clear sky.

A covered outdoor area with a glass entrance, potted plants, and a brick pathway.

A cozy room with wicker furniture, a small wooden table with books, and a view of the outside through large windows.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a sliding glass door to the outside.

12. Island Palms Motor Inn

Forster

Anthony

₹10,371

₹11,451 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

A motel with a reception area, a sign indicating the motel entry, and a sign for the Golden Sands Motel.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a glass-top coffee table, and a dining area with wooden chairs and a table.

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and a fence, surrounded by a building with balconies and a palm tree.

13. Golden Sands Motor Inn Forster

Forster

Kerry

₹7,240

₹8,019 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A sunset over a calm lake with silhouettes of trees and a distant shoreline.

A beach with a clear view of the ocean, a sandy path, and a tree.

A deck with chairs and a table overlooking a grassy area with trees and a body of water.

A modern two-story house with a large glass facade, a red accent wall, and a well-maintained lawn.

14. Lakeside Forster Holiday Park

Forster

Sophea

₹9,975

₹9,975 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A covered outdoor area with a table and chairs, a small kitchen area, and a view of a parking lot with RVs and a body of water.

A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, and a ceiling fan.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern kitchen with a built-in water dispenser, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a bedroom with a bed and a view of the outside.

15. Reflections Forster Beach - Holiday Park

Forster

Carolyn

₹16,772

₹16,772 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A coastal area with clear turquoise waters, a sandy beach, and several boats docked near a marina.

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, and a brick wall.

A pool with clear blue water, a brick border, and a lounge chair with striped cushions.

A hotel with a red-tiled roof, palm trees, and a well-maintained garden with various plants and a fountain.

16. Tuncurry Motor Lodge

Tuncurry

Greg

₹7,255

₹7,981 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a wooden deck and a large house with multiple windows.

A covered patio with a table and chairs, overlooking a garden and a house.

A family of four sitting on a wooden bench overlooking a beach with clear blue water and green hills in the background.

17. Blueys Retreat

Blueys Beach

Jacqueline

₹31,122

₹31,122 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A coastal landscape with a beach, a road, and a forested hill.

A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, a stainless steel sink, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio.

A woman sitting at a white picnic table under a tree by a lake.

A two-story house with a large deck and a view of the ocean.

18. Tiona Palms Holiday Park

Tiona

Melinda

₹14,193

₹14,193 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A swimming pool with a blue umbrella, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

A cozy room with a brown sofa, a television on a wooden shelf, and a dining table with chairs.

A covered outdoor seating area with a trash bin, a picnic table, and a small kiosk.

A row of small, light-colored wooden cabins with lattice railings, surrounded by trees and a paved walkway.

19. Lani's Holiday Island - Caravan Park

Forster

Ben

₹7,882

₹7,882 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a wooden deck, and a white building with balconies.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a balcony with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

A living room with a sofa, a television, a plant, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

A living room with a beige sofa, two round wooden side tables, a woven rug, and a view of a pool through a glass door.

20. Blueys Motel

Blueys Beach

Anna

₹12,486

₹13,734 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Top Shallow Bay Hotel Reviews

Hotel Forster

10/10 Excellent

"Comfortable room, mixed well with the older and newer furnishings. Good location. The pool looked good but we couldn't swim due to rain."

South Pacific Palms Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel feels fresh and modern after its recent updates, and the staff truly make you feel welcome from the moment you arrive. The rooms are spotless with beautiful new fixtures, and the team goes out of their way to help with recommendations and local requests, making our stay smooth and stress-free"

Discovery Parks - Forster

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and tidy. Lots of amenities to entertain the family. However, the kids play room could be better equipped and organised."

Forster Motor Inn

8/10 Good

"Check in was easy as was check out. Very friendly staff. Room was well maintained albeit old. Bed was very comfortable. Meals aren’t available at the motel but there are a heap of good eateries nearby, around a two minute walk. Great place to rest up after a long drive from Tenterfield."

Forster Palms Motel

10/10 Excellent

"We were very happy with the room and surrounds, good location close to bowling club great meals. Overall very happy a big thank you to the cleaning staff and manager would for sure use it again."

Bulahdelah Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, clean and good sized rooms."

Island Palms Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great location out of the busy area but still close enough for easy access. Very easy after hours check in and very clean and tidy!"

Reflections Forster Beach - Holiday Park

10/10 Excellent

"Extremely clean and tidy,staff very helpful.We have rebooked for another stay."

The Dorsal Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We loved the place except the tradies working below started making noise around 7am and went through until 4pm could not stay at the property threw the day too long as too much noise. Which was disappointing as it it a fantastic place."

More cheap stays in Shallow Bay

Forster and Wallis Lake Motel

5 Wallis Street Forster NSW

₹7,220

₹7,980 total

25 Oct - 26 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (274 reviews)

Golden Sands Motor Inn Forster

6 Head Street Forster NSW

₹7,240

₹8,019 total

23 Nov - 24 Nov

includes taxes & fees

8.2/10 Very good! (366 reviews)

Forstay Motel

Head St Forster NSW

₹7,420

₹8,210 total

23 Nov - 24 Nov

includes taxes & fees

Forster Motor Inn

11- 13 Wallis Street Forster NSW

₹7,609

₹8,484 total

25 Oct - 26 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (582 reviews)

NRMA Forster Tuncurry Holiday Park

1 Baird St Tuncurry NSW

₹11,012

₹12,113 total

11 Nov - 12 Nov

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (46 reviews)

Tiona Palms Holiday Park

4451 The Lakes Way Tiona NSW

₹14,193

₹14,193 total

23 Nov - 24 Nov

includes taxes & fees

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Shallow Bay?

Located 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from the heart of Shallow Bay, The Dorsal Boutique Hotel is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other choices for your stay in the area are BIG4 Happy Hallidays Holiday Park and Forster Motor Inn. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Shallow Bay.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Shallow Bay, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Shallow Bay.

What's it like to stay in Shallow Bay?

Visitors will definitely enjoy all that Shallow Bay has to offer. In Shallow Bay, there are 3 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Shallow Bay.

What are the top places to visit in Shallow Bay?

The picturesque setting of Wallis Lake and Wallingat National Park exemplify the area's natural beauty. You'll also find Forster Marina and Tuncurry Rock Pool in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Shallow Bay guide.

What's the seasonal weather in Shallow Bay?

The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for Shallow Bay is 1130 mm.

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Our top choices for Shallow Bay hotels

1. The Dorsal Boutique Hotel

2. Hotel Forster

3. South Pacific Palms Motor Inn

4. Forster Palms Motel

5. Forstay Motel

6. Forster and Wallis Lake Motel

7. Lakes and Ocean Hotel Forster

8. Forster Motor Inn

9. Bali Hi Motel

10. Bella Villa Motor Inn

11. Discovery Parks - Forster

12. Island Palms Motor Inn

13. Golden Sands Motor Inn Forster

14. Lakeside Forster Holiday Park

15. Reflections Forster Beach - Holiday Park

16. Tuncurry Motor Lodge

17. Blueys Retreat

18. Tiona Palms Holiday Park

19. Lani's Holiday Island - Caravan Park

20. Blueys Motel

Top Shallow Bay Hotel Reviews

Hotel Forster

South Pacific Palms Motor Inn

Discovery Parks - Forster

Forster Motor Inn

Forster Palms Motel

Bulahdelah Motor Lodge

Island Palms Motor Inn

Reflections Forster Beach - Holiday Park

The Dorsal Boutique Hotel

More cheap stays in Shallow Bay

Forster and Wallis Lake Motel

Golden Sands Motor Inn Forster

Forstay Motel

Forster Motor Inn

NRMA Forster Tuncurry Holiday Park

Tiona Palms Holiday Park

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