Lake Forbes Motel

3.5 star property
Lakefront motel in Forbes with free parking

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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

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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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room

  • 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 - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Victoria Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Forbes Historical Society Museum - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Forbes Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Forbes Goanna Sculpture - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Forbes Inn Hotel - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Brew Coffee & Juice Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Wattle Cafe - ‬13 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 barbecue grills, a picnic area, and a garden.
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.

Languages

English

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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

  • Smoke-free property

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
  • 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.
  • 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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Lake Forbes Motel Forbes
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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 May 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Forbes Motel on May 25, 2025 start from $69.88, 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.

Is Lake Forbes Motel a good place to stay for couples?

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, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

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).

Can I book a room with a balcony 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

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 186 out of 474 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 203 out of 474 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 474 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 474 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 474 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

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

4/10 Poor

Vern

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I feel that the two nights were at the opposite end of the scale. The first nightwas appaling. Of site people partying with i think guests. Smoking in all the non smoking area. My room smelt like a smokers room. Children running up and down the balcony. Didnt stop until close to 10 pm. Loud intrusive conversations outside my door. Second night fine . The room was dirty and smelt. There was an air freshen can in room but empty. Check in person really good.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Having an outside balcony to sit and enjoy the scenery plus relax. Balcony does need some attention though and some repairs to furniture
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom wasn't clean property was poorly maintained weeds and overgrowth. Close to the hwy so noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Lyn

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Only stayed a very short time following a long drive to Forbes. All seemed satisfactory
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Hel

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
A
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with partner
Clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Adam

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Don’t waste your money staying here. Had other people’s pubes in the shower, was so noisy. Graffiti scraped into door frames, pen marks all over the mirror, place should be knocked down. You’d be better off grabbing a two man tent from Kmart and camping.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aminisitai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Thomas

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Stuart

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
OK rooms Showing their age. Decent value for money
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness
Fine for an overnight stay checked in Kate so didn’t meet any staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Limited Parking
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lorraine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Location being able to walk along lake
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Deirdre

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was filthy. Do not think it had been cleaned. Toilet had poo in it and shower walls had black hair all over it. I am a redhead so did not come from me. Smell was unbelievable. Would never stay there again or recommend to anyone
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

David

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The bathroom was rather dangerous for older people.To get to the toilet was not easy and you risk hitting your head on the vanity unit as you try to sit. The corner of the shower base was not really good either. The door to the unit didn't shut properly (you really had to slam it which is not good particularly at night)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Toilet seat was cracked !! and loose. Poor maintenance....
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024