Lake Forbes Motel

3.5 star property
Lakefront motel in Forbes with free parking

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Interior entrance
Interior entrance
Outdoor pool
Queen Twin Share | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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8 Junction Street, Forbes, NSW, 2871
  • McFeeters Motor Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Victoria Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Forbes Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Parkes, NSW (PKE-Parkes Regional)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Queen with Lake View

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Standard Queen Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Forbes

Located within a 5-minute walk of McFeeters Motor Museum, Lake Forbes Motel is within a 15-minute stroll of Victoria Park. This 16-room, 3.5-star motel has conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • McFeeters Motor Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Victoria Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Forbes Historical Society Museum - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Forbes Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Forbes Goanna Sculpture - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

  • Forbes Station - 2 min drive
  • Parkes, NSW (PKE-Parkes Regional) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Forbes Inn - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Post Office Hotel Forbes - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Forbes Services Memorial Club - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Wan Wah Chinese - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Lake Forbes Motel

Lakefront motel in Forbes with free parking
Guests of Lake Forbes Motel enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and laundry facilities. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing. Additional amenities include a garden, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and hair dryers are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 50

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 15.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-out fee: AUD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 15.0 per stay

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Lake Forbes Motel?

Lake Forbes Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Lake Forbes Motel?

As of Sep 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Forbes Motel on Sep 21, 2025 start from $65.64, 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.

What's there to do close to Lake Forbes Motel?

This motel is located in Forbes, just steps from McFeeters Motor Museum. You'll also find Victoria Park and Forbes Historical Society Museum less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Lake Forbes Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Lake Forbes Motel have a casino on the premises?

No, Lake Forbes Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Lake Forbes Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Lake Forbes Motel?

At this lakeside motel, couples will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool and a garden plus some guestrooms include lake views.

Are there hot tubs at Lake Forbes Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Lake Forbes Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Lake Forbes Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Lake Forbes Motel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Lake Forbes Motel though service animals are welcome.

Does Lake Forbes Motel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

How far is the airport from Lake Forbes Motel?

The closest major airport to Lake Forbes Motel is Parkes, NSW (PKE-Parkes Regional), which is 24.7 mi away (31 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Lake Forbes Motel?

Yes, some guestrooms at this motel offer a furnished balcony where guests can enjoy lake or courtyard views.

Lake Forbes Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 188 out of 487 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 208 out of 487 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 487 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 487 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 487 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tidy room competitive rates
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Pamela

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

Never Again

Reception staff member was curt, no ‘hello’ “what’s your full name, park out there” handed the key. Room was awful, it was very small, carpet was dirty, it was dark and dingy. Bathroom was horrible, old and tired. The shower drips and leaks, water all over the floor. Very old toilet that didn’t flush effectively. Shower had a curtain -no screen. Lots of noise from the attached room. We left while it was still dark and there were no external lights, we had to use our phone torches to load the car. Overall a very unsatisfactory stay and in my opinion this property should be bull dozed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Heinz, Thornleigh

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just what we needed after a 774 km ride, close to pub for a feed, beds were comfortable .
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

JOHN

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A JAIL BED WOULD BE BETTER THAT STAYING IN THAT MOTEL THE LAKES FORBES MOTEL...BOTH MY WIFE AND MYSELF COULD NOT SSLEEP PROPERLY BECAUSE OF THE BED IT WAS SO HARD YOU COULD NOT SLEEP ON IT....ANOTHER MOTEL I WOULD NEVER STAY IN AGAIN...
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Vivienne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and a comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dorothy

Disliked: Cleanliness
Dirty and smelled - could not stay. Am requesting a refund!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary

The room was a "delux" queen room, it was an average quee room. Could do with extra plug in sockets as the only ones I could see in the actual room were 2 behind the microwave, which serviced the TV also. It is convenient to everything in the town and surrounds and is beside the lake however, it is also so close to the highway, my room was metres from the highway, so very noisy with traffic. There was a room above my room, so every step they took in the room, on a creaky floor, was not good. Would be ok for one night or for tradies working in the area, but I was there for 5 nights and this was not pleasant for me. The young guy at the desk, although very quiet, did help me if I needed something.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good after long day of travel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harold, Karabar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeanine

Liked: Cleanliness
The room and bathroom were small but adequate and quite clean. The furniture looked tired. Could do with a freshen up. The shower was good. There was a bit of traffic noise.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Taylah

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was unclean and expensive however the late check in was convenient
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jenn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property needs a better cleaner. Location fantastic but owners had no idea about where to eat etc. A bit disappointing there.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here before and for the price it was excellent value for a clean spacious room. While the Ensuite was narrow the shower was wonderfully hot!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
on Lake Forbes, beautiful outlook, affordable and clean and quiet. Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Angie

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very minimal interaction on arrival and bathroom was not very clean. Glass sliding door to patio also dirty. Bed linen was clean, however bed was very uncomfortable. At least the coffee mugs were a decent size. The room was adequate for one night. And price was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Cassie

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners are lovely people but the rooms themselves were pretty bad they smelt awful an the cleanliness well there wasn’t any the fridge on the inside was gross there was a cookie on the window ledge that had been there long enough I think it belonged in a museum the microwave well I didn’t look inside but the outside was enough for me and the PowerPoints were unsafe as they were hanging out the wall. Such a shame because the owners are very lovely they gave me an additional room due to the online booking not suiting our family.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable rooms, in lovely area by the river, close to CBD
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Adam

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024