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Island Palms Motor Inn

3.5 star property
Suburban motel in Forster with free parking

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Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers
Reception
Exterior
Private spa tub
Bathroom
Escape to a tranquil oasis at Island Palms Motor Inn, where lush gardens and an outdoor pool with sun loungers create the perfect setting for relaxation. Stay connected with in-room WiFi and enjoy amenities like laundry facilities.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is HK$714
HK$798 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Family Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 366 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Private spa tub

Deluxe Room, Hot Tub (Spa)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 366 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Superior Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 366 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Located in Forster, Island Palms Motor Inn is in the city centre and near the beach. Forster Marina and Forster-Tuncurry Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Flat Island Nature Reserve and Flat Island. Forster Tenpin Centre and The Big Buzz Fun Park are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Map
115 The Lakes Way, Forster, NSW, 2428

What's nearby

  • Forster Marina - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • One Mile Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Forster-Tuncurry Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Forster Town Beach - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Cape Hawke Lookout - 7 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Taree, NSW (TRO) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Paradise Marina - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Forster Bowling Club - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Toscano - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bella Bellissimo - ‬4 min drive
  • Gloria Jean's Coffees

About this property

Island Palms Motor Inn

Motel in a shopping district
Island Palms Motor Inn provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-in and a banquet hall
  • Concierge services, a front desk safe and luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms at Island Palms Motor Inn have amenities, such as free WiFi, safes and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Blackout curtains and sound-insulated walls
  • 43-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping and phones

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • 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
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1987
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with digital channels

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: 6:00 PM
Express check-in available
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 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Island Palms Motor Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

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

As of 26 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Island Palms Motor Inn on 27 Aug 2025 start from HK$714.49, excluding 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 Island Palms Motor Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Island Palms Motor Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Island Palms Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Island Palms Motor Inn?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Island Palms Motor Inn provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Island Palms Motor Inn located?

Located in the heart of Forster, this motel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Wallis Lake and Leon Island. Forster Marina and Miles Island are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Island Palms Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 404 out of 995 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 419 out of 995 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 995 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 995 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 995 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff were awesome
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great motel
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to shops and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location - super handy to shopping centre and main road in and out of town - was far back off the street enough to be quiet. Easy drive to find a yummy dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a great weekend away
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grigory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good motel
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

LI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient parking, microwave, and a large lawn in the backyard.Very friendly check-in.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek

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

8/10 Good

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was an excellent place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janeen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This stay deserves a 10/10!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

good motel free parking

good over nite stay close by the Tavern and Restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient for a stopover
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Stuart

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Bed was comfortable I did notice a slight smell in the room, however that could have been from the rain the few days.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jerrell

The property is walkable to shops. Easy checkin eventhough we arrived after hours. It’s nice to stay for stop over.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
ROOMS WERE WELL SET UP AND SHORT WALK TO A SHOPPING MALL. LOVELY POOL, LAUNDRY FACILITIES, WALK TO THE LOCAL WITH CHINESE AND WAS ALLOWED TO CHECK IN 2 HOURS EARLY
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

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

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great clean and comfortable rooms, easy self service check in.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness
The motel was very clean and comfortable,
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay and see all Forster has to offer. Think I met the owner. She was most kind and helpful. Many thanks.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice to stay at this motel. Clean and very simple for anyone to stay at.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Manager was very helpful and room was above what I expected. It could have done with more info re area, restaurants and maps etc, what's around. Otherwise very enjoyable stay.10/10 thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Slightly older than what the photos look like but otherwise you get what you see. Nice place to stay and a convenient location right opposite a big shopping mall.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025