The Dorsal Boutique Hotel

4.5 star property
Upscale beach hotel with restaurant

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Exterior
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Balcony
LCD TV
Superior Room, Balcony (Superior Suite) | Living area | LCD TV

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Explore the area

Map
1 West Street, Forster, NSW, 2428
  • Pebbly Beach
    5 min walk
  • Miles Island
    7 min walk
  • The Sanctuary
    11 min walk
  • Forster, NSW (FOT)
    6 min drive

Room options

Superior Room, Balcony (Superior Suite)

  • 430 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, Balcony (Standard suite)

  • 377 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, Balcony (Deluxe Suite)

  • 409 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Forster

Close to the beach.Your stay at this Forster hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Pebbly Beach and Miles Island. Wallis Lake and The Sanctuary are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Pebbly Beach - 5 min walk
  • Forster Town Beach - 11 min walk
  • Forster Marina - 14 min walk
  • Forster-Tuncurry Golf Course - 4 min drive
  • One Mile Beach - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Taree, NSW (TRO) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Club Forster - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Tuncurry Rock Pool - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Forster Bowling Club - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Paradise Marina - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Beach Street Seafoods - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Dorsal Boutique Hotel

Upscale beach hotel with restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. A vending machine, tour/ticket assistance, and express check-in are also featured at the luxury The Dorsal Boutique Hotel. Free self parking is available.
  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • Towels for the beach
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Elevator
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Dorsal Boutique Hotel offers 31 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50.0 per night

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, 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. This property accepts Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Dorsal Boutique Hotel Forster
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Dorsal Boutique Forster
Dorsal Boutique
The Dorsal Hotel Forster
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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Dorsal Boutique Hotel to the airport?

The Dorsal Boutique Hotel is 25.9 mi (44-min drive) away from the Taree, NSW (TRO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Dorsal Boutique Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Dorsal Boutique Hotel.

How close is The Dorsal Boutique Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Pebbly Beach and 11-minute walk from Forster Town Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Dorsal Boutique Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Dorsal Boutique Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Dorsal Boutique Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Dorsal Boutique Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM.

Is there free parking at The Dorsal Boutique Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Dorsal Boutique Hotel have a pool?

The Dorsal Boutique Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Dorsal Boutique Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Dorsal Boutique Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Dorsal Boutique Hotel to downtown Forster?

The Dorsal Boutique Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Forster.

The Dorsal Boutique Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 325 out of 632 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 232 out of 632 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 632 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 632 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 632 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Stuart

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Located opposite the beach. Room had a great view.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very comfortable room that overlooks the beach. The hotel is an easy walk to the beach, several restaurants/ cafes and only a 10 minute walk from Forster town centre.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great position and had a ice machine
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Matt

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No comment
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
👍
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Massive room, old but clean, overlooking the ocean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

2/10 Terrible

Chris

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward Maryanne, Turners Flat

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would recommend The Dorsal to family and friends.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jarred

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean spacious room with the most amazing view! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Suzanna

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Anne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was situated in a perfect spot - directly across the road from the beach. There is a lovely restaurant downstairs and other restaurants are within walking distant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect spot to relax
Perfect location , close walk to town, restaurant downstairs , cafe on beach just a few minutes walk . Amazing views from Room and balcony . We booked a room with Ocean View and we certainly got that ! Friendly check in as well . Comfy bed and great hot shower ! Also had a mini bar in the room with very reasonable drink prices .
Drinks on our balcony
View from our balcony 4th floor
View from our balcony 4th floor
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

thomas, Tallawong

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

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely view. Nice big room. Easy walk to shops, Tuncurry and the coastal walk
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kind people
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Phill

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The first night there was a bit of street noise but the second night we shut the doors and windows and did not hear anything Close walking to restaurants and hotel Would stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Sue

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The Dorsal is in a lovely location and very close to the beach. The hotel could do with an update, it’s looking quite tired for the daily rate charged.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super quiet and beautiful view of the beach
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024