Name: Lakes And Ocean Hotel Forster
Address: 10 Little Street, Forster, 2428, AU

2/10

Poor

23 Jul 2026

William

the noise of cleaning went until after 11pm, too loud to sleep

6/10

Pleasant

16 Jul 2026

TOD

The room you see on the hotel’s. Com website is not what you get the photo shows a view of water, but you only get a room overlooking the backyard
. Good meals and when the big renovation is finished it should be great.

Friends_and_family Family

2/10

Poor

07 Jul 2026

Matthew

No towels, but that’s ok because there was no water in the morning anyways.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

29 Jun 2026

Jerzy

On a cold evening be nice to watch something on TV on YouTube, but your TV doesn't have a connection. A small table would be nice in the room to drink coffee or tea.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jun 2026

Darren

Awesome place to stay and eat, great staff.

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

15 Jun 2026

MARGRIT

Stayed at this property before and as previous the room (queen with private bathroom) was nice and clean with a comfortable bed, 2 good pillows and super white quality bed-linens. Same for towels. Reasonably quiet but depends off-course on other guests..... Unfortunately this time some loud ignoramuses came back at 02.30 am but
that's the luck of the draw. Coffee/tea / kettle in room. Tv a bit oddly placed.
Liked having room for toiletries in the bathroom. A nice clean bathroom btw with a shower that has great water pressure.
Extra seating area per room outside on shared big terrace. Very close to shops/cafes/beach.
The pub underneath the accommodation is looking a bit worse for wear and tear I noticed as does the lobby/entrance but sound wise no problem.
Would book again

Partner

8/10

Excellent

11 Jun 2026

Linda

The room was clean with a freshly renovated bathroom. The bed was comfortable.
I was told in arrival there is music and a band playing over the weekend. So fore warned and all, I had no issues. Would stay again

Self

8/10

Excellent

26 May 2026

Lesley

Love the renovation in the rooms and convenience of meals and drinks without having to go anywhere else, especially after travelling all day.
No teaspoons for coffee in our room or hairdryer.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

23 May 2026

Shelly

It's a pub with rooms upstairs. The rooms are small, but modern and bathroom is very spacious.
Staff have no acknowledgment of in house guests. I've been there 20+ times, and still no \"hello\", \"how are you?\", nothing! Just weird, really.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

20 May 2026

Kerry

Excellent location with water outlook. Pleasant pub below with reasonably priced food and drinks. Our room was spacious with a nice bathroom and very comfortable bed.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

19 May 2026

Senjalin

I liked the comfortable room. It was quite nice.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 May 2026

Phillip

It provided a clean room and bathroom in a well positioned pub. No problems at all.

Friends

2/10

Poor

20 Apr 2026

Lee

Overpriced for grubby room with hard mattress
Shared bathroom toilet door locks broken, clothe hooks missing from back of doors, tiles missing in shower, water temperature fluctuated whilst showering.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

15 Apr 2026

MICHAEL

Ok

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

11 Apr 2026

Mark

Clean Rooms, Great location, Awesome Cleaning staff. AC was a pain and worked periodically and no off street parking were the only drawbacks

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Mar 2026

Glenn

Excellent location and cleanliness

Self

10/10

Exceptional

26 Mar 2026

Helen

The property was clean and tidy
View of lake on sunset was amazing
Pub vibe was great

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Mar 2026

Shelly

Lovely rooms beautifully renovated. Good value.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

22 Mar 2026

Seraph

Right in the midst of the holiday experience, this property is very hard to beat for everything ‘true-blue’ about Forster: music, laughter, great meals, fun, easy living, town vibes, lake and ocean walks and swimming. The greatest asset is, of course, its people: this hotel gets 10/10 for their Aussie welcome, friendliness and enduring hospitality. Special thanks to Heath, Tracey and housekeeping for their kindness, smiles and ease… I wouldn’t stay anywhere else!

Self

8/10

Excellent

21 Mar 2026

Michael

The hotel was clean, spacious room and close to Forster town. Perfect for a short visit

Self

10/10

Exceptional

16 Mar 2026

Melissa

We stayed in the queen ensuite room.
Friendly, helpful staff.
Large room, beautifully clean and tidy with very comfy bed.
Modern bathroom with big shower head.
Very pleasant and comfortable stay, and would definitely stay here again! A++++

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Mar 2026

John Raymond

Yes

8/10

Excellent

22 Feb 2026

MICHAEL

Basic but fine

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

22 Feb 2026

Sue

The room was great

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Feb 2026

brett

The room was immaculate. The staff were amazing from start to finish.
I enjoy drinks and great entertainment even all the customers were wonderful people and very pleasurable experience. I would recommend it for anyone staying in the area

6/10

Pleasant

03 Feb 2026

Nichola

Leaking aircon unit the constantly dripped no matter what setting , had to keep bucket underneath I also had to go find towels as room cleaner used are bathroom towel to soak up the water in the carpet from the air con leak and didn’t replace our towels . Had to go also request toilet roll for bathroom , coffee and tea milk also not replaced daily. Room was clean

8/10

Excellent

31 Jan 2026

Regan

clean room and staff

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

19 Jan 2026

Peter Douglas

The room was very accommodating and clean. The staff were excellent in courtesy and attention to pleasing each customers in an orderly, prompt manner after been in the bar areas many times over this last weekend.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

15 Jan 2026

Sonia

Room was very clean, staff were wonderful, the food was really nice but a lot of chips to fill the plate however the seafood basket that I had, was cooked beautifully. I thought the fish were crab sticks they were that small but the food was good. The bathroom door wouldn't close all the way but we're family. Fix the door and don't use chips to make the meals look big and I'll give 5 stars. Great location too btw. Would stay again.

Leisure Family_with_children

2/10

Poor

11 Jan 2026

Thanh

Very dusty, feels more like a motel than a hotel for the price of $270 per night that we paid. Not ideal for family as it is noisy up to 12am. The carpet should be replaced and better quality tv such as a smart tv.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 Dec 2025

Dwayne

Great views

8/10

Excellent

07 Dec 2025

Bruce

Clean room friendly staff and a great meal

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

04 Dec 2025

Lorena

Clean and convenient. Good value for money.

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

03 Dec 2025

Shelly

Everything is perfect!

Business

6/10

Pleasant

02 Dec 2025

Ian

Aircon in the room was dodgy, a touch noisy from the pub downstairs. It’s a pub room and you should expect some ambient pub noise. Room was spotless clean and the staff were friendly.

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

21 Nov 2025

Alison

We stayed one night in a water view room. Small but everything you need and renovated. The room opened out onto a large shared deck. We enjoyed the subset view. The pub itself is very well set out and renovated also. Lots of different spaces to give different vibes. We didn't eat here as there are many great options within a short stroll. The beach is 10 minute easy walk away. Highly recommend as a much cheaper accommodation option.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

12 Nov 2025

Jon

Parking is a bit of an issue as the hotel does not have their own carpark .I parked around the back in a public car park ( very close) but would have preferred to left my bike in a private carpark owned by the hotel

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

23 Oct 2025

Maxwell

One nite stay was super easy .

10/10

Exceptional

20 Oct 2025

Kerry

The staff were very professional and friendly
The quality of the room was practical clean and comfortable.
I recommend this hotel as top quality
With excellent Prices and the entertainment and food were amazing

10/10

Exceptional

09 Oct 2025

Michael

Overall very nice hotel and room.There was some loud speaker sound from the bar area that could be heard from our room.The room had a great bed and shower.I liked the eating facilities at the hotel.The hotel was situated in a great area.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

07 Oct 2025

Todd

Fantastic room, hotel food was great, super convenient and just a great location - and surprisingly quiet for a room above a pub. Would highly recommend.

Leisure Self

6/10

Pleasant

06 Oct 2025

Rashelle

Didnt get much sleep as it was very noisy. Could hear every door open and shut, every guest, shower being used and toilets flushing.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

04 Oct 2025

Darrius

Convenient, clean but very noisy, we didn’t understand quite how loud it would be

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

27 Sep 2025

Allan

good

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

20 Sep 2025

Antonios

No hot water

After a 13 hour drive and arriving late after 8pm and having a late dinner, it wasn't till after 10pm that we discovered there was no hot water and no one around to raise the alarm,didn't notify reception till following morning. Response was \"we will let maintenance department know\" after pressing the issue, was offered a $50 refund that never eventuated.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

13 Sep 2025

Jenny

Clean hotol room

8/10

Excellent

07 Sep 2025

Alan

Great location and 5 min walk to restaurants, cafes etc. Relaxed, lay back feel with nice rooms above the hotel/pub.

Business_and_leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

27 Aug 2025

Elizabeth

Basic pub accommodation but helpful staff and a very comfortable room.

Leisure Self

4/10

Poor

24 Aug 2025

Julio

Mattress was way too soft. I was afraid all night that i would roll off the bed. Dod not sleep all night. Left a day early and went home to get a good night sleep.
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Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

21 Aug 2025

Wanda

Such a lovelt room Comfortable beds and new ensuite bathroom.
Meals are really nice.

Great place.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

20 Aug 2025

Michelle

10/10.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

12 Aug 2025

Rhonda

Very comfortable. Lovely and clean. Nice shower

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

11 Aug 2025

Michael

Property was conveniently located near Forster Town. Staff were helpful and room was comfortable.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

08 Aug 2025

David

The staff and management are great, the room is clean and amenities were fine. I would definitely stay here again

Business_and_leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Aug 2025

MICHAEL

Always a great stay

8/10

Excellent

06 Aug 2025

Adam

Affordable,clean and friendly staff.

8/10

Excellent

01 Aug 2025

Bradley

Big room with updated on suite. Looking out over disused roof space for below hotel/pub facilities but better this way as no noise to speak of if you were positioned overlooking the main road out front. Very clean. Good comfortable queen bed. Only a short walk to the main beach and great breakfast at the local surf lifesaving club at the main beach. No hotel parking but plenty of angled parking across the road. Police station next door so I would not expect drunken behaviour during the night.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

16 Jul 2025

Lee

Clean and newly renovated rooms. Very good considering it was above a pub.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

12 Jul 2025

Raquel

The bed was really comfortable but the music from the bar was very noisy.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jun 2025

Cindy

Lovely clean and quiet room with big comfortable bed

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jun 2025

Anderson

O quarto é ótimo. Banheiro grande e com tudo que era necessário para uma ótima hospedagem.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jun 2025

Kimberly

Check in with manager was fun & friendly. Very comfy bed, and bistro meal was perfect. Thank you

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

29 May 2025

dawn

Location.
Albeit the property is a bit dated it's clean and reasonably priced

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 May 2025

Susan

Great location, close to everything. Good pub food

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

12 May 2025

Clayton

Very out of date and in disrepair. Needed help with the TV, staff wasn’t any help.
Pub was great, food was good.
Convenient location.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 May 2025

Narrelle

Very comfortable bed & lovely bathroom. Also nice having a lift to upstairs room.

4/10

Poor

05 May 2025

Gordon

Property is very well located and staff nice. However, a number of issues need to be addressed. The bathroom/toilet door would not close and in a small room this was not very nice. Window to outside (beside the bed) would not close and noise outside was awful.... Friday night until 1.30ish and Saturday night yelling continued until around 2.30 am. Hot water was barely hot. Overall disappointing despite lovely location.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Apr 2025

Thanh Tri

Good

10/10

Exceptional

09 Apr 2025

Mark

Loved our stay,perfect location,great pub & accommodation

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

08 Apr 2025

Dee

I loved the the water front, me and the Bois were able to walk across the road, have a fish and a few beers right at the comfort of the front door. Bottle shop was 2 minutes walk away, the food there is to die for. I highly recommend this place to any one and I will definitely be returning customers. Thanks once again

Business Friends

10/10

Exceptional

04 Apr 2025

Viet

Good location, nice view,comfortable bed, bathroom like new

Family

8/10

Excellent

04 Apr 2025

Alan

Accomadation great
Bistro downstairs- when is says salad with a main meal,maybe a bit more than just lettuce leaves.

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

29 Mar 2025

Kate

Nice outlook. Nice old pub still functioning.

10/10

Exceptional

07 Mar 2025

sabrina

Perfect location. Gorgeous views. Food is amazing. Staff are the nicest ive met. Its perfect for what we needed♡♡♡

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

05 Mar 2025

David

Fantastic view of the river across the road. Great dining on the verandah and an excellent room with huge balcony. I would book again.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Feb 2025

Joshua

It was a nice clean property with a great bathroom, comfy bed and good air con. It was a fun pub with a gig we caught at the end of the night after our other engagements in the area. I Would definitely stay again if in the area.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Feb 2025

Melody

5 star review

Stayed 1 night.
Given an early check in and an upgrade.
Room was large and clean.
Bathroom was brand new and large.
Room was very quiet.
5 stars

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Feb 2025

lopeti

Beautiful

4/10

Poor

17 Feb 2025

Malgorzata

Location is good. Facilities are limited to pół and dining. I had cocroches running out of Air- con stright into my bedding. Needs proper clean.

Business_and_leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

13 Feb 2025

Noel

Clean and comfortable.

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

11 Feb 2025

Damian

Picture on wotif does not match the room. Dining was the worst food in a month long travel up the coast

10/10

Exceptional

09 Feb 2025

Ross

Good position, clean, good pub

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

07 Feb 2025

Bob

Nice comfortable beds !

Leisure Family

2/10

Poor

31 Jan 2025

Sandra

As a solo traveler, I found the room to be dirty, dingy and unsafe. There were no internal security measures to ensure the door to the room and the balcony could be secured. The room felt, and smelled quite bad, and I didn't even unpack. When I asked if I could be moved, I was denied as they were booked (fair enough). I actually walked around Forster and found alternative accommodation, and immediately checked out. I was denied any refund as they have a 72 hour cancellation policy.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jan 2025

Shelly

Sunset & a Veranda

Beautiful rooms, newly renovated, above a the pub & overlooking the lake with a huge veranda to view the sun setting! Pretty nice.

Business

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jan 2025

Kerry

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Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

13 Jan 2025

Sonya

Great location, clean rooms

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

12 Jan 2025

Anthony

‘Family Room’ - Recently stayed during school holidays - last minute to see family member, so little other options available in Forster - Booked for two nights (Friday/Saturday) understanding it was ‘pub’ accomodation and there may be some noise from downstairs…

Good:
*Location close to everything
*Check in during business hours quick
*Own ensuite

Poor:
*Family room is immediately above beer garden, so noise up to 12am and not accoustic windows, so very very loud!
*Fixtures, furniture & fittings poor and dated
*All beds extremely spongy
*No aircon in parent room so hot & stuffy in summer (aircon in kids room doesnt reach main bedroom)
*Overpriced for what it is.

If you have young kids sensitive to noise (like ours) this is not the place for them, or be prepared for late bedtimes. And for what it is, overpriced at $350 per night (understand its holiday season but crazy price).

Leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

06 Jan 2025

Catherine

Neat and tidy. Close to everything. View very beautiful.

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jan 2025

Shane

Great vibe especially over holidays. Rooms are located on top of a pub and bistro and live music on weekends. Excellent stay I will be back

Leisure

6/10

Pleasant

05 Jan 2025

Grant

Room was quite small but very nice. Great quality bathroom. Very convenient location with nice view of the lake.

However The attached pub played loud music until 1 am so hard to sleep. And no parking. So I won’t be staying again even though staff are very nice.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

02 Jan 2025

Steven

Worth stopping at

A short 2 night stay on our way from Sydney back to Brisbane after Christmas. Great location to be able to walk everywhere. The town was a buzz with holiday makers. Long wait times with food at most places as you would expect this time of the year

Partner

8/10

Excellent

25 Dec 2024

Michele

Waterfront

10/10

Exceptional

26 Nov 2024

Susan

Enjoyed the Hotel entertainment.

Leisure Family