The Dorsal Boutique Hotel, Forster ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

1 West Street, Forster, Australia

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“The location is perfect, just steps away from the stunning beach and vibrant local shops.”view full review

With a 4-star rating and an 8.6/10 score on Booking.com, The Dorsal Boutique Hotel offers beachfront accommodations overlooking Forster Main Beach. This boutique hotel features 31 air-conditioned rooms with balconies providing ocean views, an on-site restaurant, and conference facilities.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms feature a small refrigerator, electric kettle, flat-screen TV with cable channels, and private balconies with water views. The Dorsal Boutique Hotel offers various room types, including suites with king or queen beds and a two-bedroom Oceanic Apartment complete with a fully equipped kitchen.

Dining Options

The on-site restaurant, The Sicilian at The Dorsal, offers both indoor and outdoor seating with beach views. Guests can enjoy local dining options at Beach Street Seafood and coffee at Beach Bums Cafe, both located within 500 meters.

Business & Leisure

The Dorsal Boutique Hotel provides conference facilities on the first floor with scenic views, ideal for business meetings or private functions. Outdoor activities in the area include swimming at Forster Beach, surfing at Pebbly Beach, and exploring the nearby scenic reserves.

Location & Services

The hotel is a short walk from local shops, the town center, and Forster/Tuncurry Visitors Information Centre. Buses stop less than 5 minutes away for accessibility, and security features include smoke detectors and a security system for guest safety.

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The Dorsal Boutique Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Triple Room Sea View

2 persons

410 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Standard Suite

2 persons

380 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Superior Suite

2 persons

435 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Deluxe Suite

2 persons

435 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Facilities

The Dorsal Boutique Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Stunning Views!

“Our deluxe room provided amazing beach views, making each moment spent there incredibly relaxing.” view full review

Perfect Kitchenette!

“The kitchenette was a fantastic addition, allowing us to prepare snacks and drinks at our convenience.” view full review

Great Parking Space!

“The underground parking was a lifesaver, keeping us dry and allowing us to easily access our gear.” view full review

Family-Friendly!

“The spacious room was just perfect for our family, giving us all the space we needed to relax comfortably.” view full review

Facilities: Great

8.6/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Security
Lift
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Spa & Leisure

Beach access

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

The Dorsal Boutique Hotel Location

1 West Street, Forster, Australia

Map view

1 West Street, Forster, Australia

City landmarks

Landmark

Bennetts Head Lookout

5300 ft

Landmark

Seven Mile Beach

1.1 mi

Landmark

The Tanks

2700 ft

Night club

Club Forster

3900 ft

Landmark

Tuncurry Rock Pool

1.7 mi

Farm

Colin Wren Oysters

1.4 mi

Beach

One Mile Beach

1.5 mi

Museum

Great Lakes Museum

2.1 mi

Beach

Burgess Beach

1.9 mi

Landmark

Tonys Point Island

1.9 mi

Landmark

Tuncurry Beach

1.9 mi

Landmark

Wallis Lake

3.0 mi

Landmark

Cape Hawke Lookout

3.7 mi

Nearby

Beach

Forster Town Beach

1900 ft

Beach

Pebbly Beach

2000 ft

Restaurants

The Sicilian Restaurant

100 ft

1 West St

Beach Bums Cafe

900 ft

Corner of North & Beach Street

Beach Street Seafood

1300 ft

Beach Street

Meze At Forster

1000 ft

26 Wallis St

Cafe Toscano

1300 ft

1 Wallis St

Forster Gold Medal Chinese Restaurant

1400 ft

4-6 Wallis St

All Things Yum

1500 ft

U 6 58 Wharf St

Bella Bellissimo

1700 ft

Shop 5/58 Wharf Street

KOPI & Co

1500 ft

58 Wharf St Shop 8

Cafe Brass Bell

1500 ft

Wharf Street Shopping Arcade 41-43 Wharf St

Kellie'S Cafe

1900 ft

46-48 Wharf St Shop 6 Pacific Arcade

Getting around

City Centre

Forster4 min · 1000 ft

Airports

Taree (TRO)63 min · 26.1 mi

Port Macquarie (PQQ)168 min · 69.2 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-19:30

Check-out

until 10 am

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Children & extra beds

There are no extra beds provided in a room. There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Dorsal Boutique Hotel from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 377 verified reviews

8.4/10

Great

87%

Recommend

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Comfort

9.0/10

Facilities

8.6/10

Free Wi-Fi

7.9/10

Location

9.6/10

Staff

9.2/10

Value for money

8.4/10

based on 206 reviews

3.5/5

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