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Island Palms Motor Inn

3.5 star property
A peaceful retreat awaits in the heart of the shopping district, where travelers can unwind by the pool or wander through garden pathways at their leisure

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Island Palms Motor Inn offers a quiet escape from the shopping bustle. Relax on sun loungers by the outdoor pool or find shade in the garden. Each room includes WiFi, and the property provides convenient laundry facilities for longer stays.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Room options

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Double Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Superior Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Family Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Family Room

Highlights

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

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

Deluxe Room, Hot Tub (Spa)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

Located in Forster, Island Palms Motor Inn is in the city center 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 Great Lakes Aquatic Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Visit our Forster travel guide
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115 The Lakes Way, Forster, NSW, 2428

What's nearby

  • Pathway to One Mile Beach, Forster, Mid coast, NSW, Australia, Shutterstock ID 1273709344, Purchase Order: -
    One Mile Beach
    3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • A very quiet beach next to the more popular main beaches of Forster, Burgess beach has some amazing rock formations making it a great sunrise photography location. #nature #trovember
    Burgess Beach
    4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Forster Marina
    2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Forster Tenpin Centre
    3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Forster-Tuncurry Golf Course
    3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Taree, NSW (TRO)
    37 min drive

Restaurants

  • Club Forster
    4 min drive
  • McDonald's
    16 min walk
  • Forster Bowling Club
    4 min drive
  • Lakes & Ocean Hotel
    4 min drive
  • Paradise Marina
    3 min drive

About this property

Island Palms Motor Inn

Motel in a shopping district
Island Palms Motor Inn provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-in, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Concierge services, a banquet hall, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms at Island Palms Motor Inn offer amenities such as free WiFi, safes, and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Blackout drapes/curtains and sound-insulated walls
  • 43-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and phones

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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 transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Roundtrip 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 elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1987
  • Smoking not allowed

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 available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

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 elevators
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
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

Does Island Palms Motor Inn have a pool?

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

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

As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Island Palms Motor Inn on Mar 22, 2026 start from $114, 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 Island Palms Motor Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

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?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out 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 mi (2 km) of Wallis Lake and Leon Island. Forster Marina and Miles Island are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Island Palms Motor Inn Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 410 out of 999 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 420 out of 999 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 999 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 999 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 999 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and out. Clean, comfy, good shower did the job for passing through
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and quiet place to stay, highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Angus

Liked: Staff & service
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grigory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good motel
Stayed 3 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

Janelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, quiet and close to all amenities within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 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

Brooke

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

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

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family room layout is good. Everything ones needs for a short stay is there
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Lyn

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great quiet motel with a lovely pool and door parking will definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 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

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

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

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It’s not the first time we have stayed here and it is still the same clean, comfortable Motel with great staff so will be staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

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

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, bed comfortable, spa bath worth the money…
Stayed 1 night in Feb 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

Robert C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, no traffic noise, rooms were comfy, staff eager to help, laundry was convenient.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

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

Leisa

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