Island Palms Motor Inn

3.5 star property
3.5-star motel perfect for exploring Forster

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Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers
Deluxe Room, Hot Tub (Spa) | Private spa tub
Reception
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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115 The Lakes Way, Forster, NSW, 2428
  • Place, One Mile Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Forster-Tuncurry Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Forster Town Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taree, NSW (TRO)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

Family Room

  • 366 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Room, Hot Tub (Spa)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Forster

Heart of Forster.You'll find Wallis Lake and Leon Island within 2 miles (3 km) of this motel. Forster Marina and Miles Island are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Forster Marina - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • One Mile Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Forster-Tuncurry Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Forster Town Beach - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Cape Hawke Lookout - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

  • Taree, NSW (TRO) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Club Forster - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Lakes and Ocean Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Marina - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Forster Bowling Club - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Island Palms Motor Inn

3.5-star motel perfect for exploring Forster
Island Palms Motor Inn offers its guests an outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Island Palms Motor Inn also features concierge services, laundry facilities, and express check-in. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Forster motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1987
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Island Palms Motor Inn offers 32 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 43-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets 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

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Island Palms Motor Forster
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Island Palms Motor Inn to the airport?

Island Palms Motor Inn is 27.7 mi (37-min drive) away from the Taree, NSW (TRO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Sep 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Island Palms Motor Inn on Oct 26, 2025 start from $113.49, 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.

Does Island Palms Motor Inn have an airport shuttle?

Island Palms Motor Inn offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Island Palms Motor Inn to the beach?

This motel is 1.8 mi (4-min drive) from One Mile Beach and 1.8 mi (4-min drive) from Burgess Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Island Palms Motor Inn offer free breakfast?

Island Palms Motor Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Island Palms Motor Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

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

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Island Palms Motor Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Island Palms Motor Inn have a pool?

Island Palms Motor Inn features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Does Island Palms Motor Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Island Palms Motor Inn to downtown Forster?

Island Palms Motor Inn is 1.6 mi away from Forster.