About this property

Located on the beachfront in Forster, a short 5-minute walk from the centre of town, The Dorsal Boutique Hotel offers rooms with private balconies and stunning ocean views. The Dorsal Hotel is positioned a 3-minute walk from the beautiful Ocean Baths on Forster’s main beach. Stockland Forster Shopping Centre is an 8-minute drive away and Newcastle is a 2-hour drive from the town. The air-conditioned rooms at this boutique hotel are serviced daily and feature a small refrigerator, electric kettle and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The private bathrooms include a shower and hairdryer. An array of activities can be enjoyed in the surrounding area including swimming, fishing and golfing.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Hhingston
Australia Australia
Loved the location and the view. It was very comfortable, had everything we needed for a one night stay in a hotel.
Maureen
Australia Australia
Very nice hotel opposite the beach. Convenient to everything we wanted.
Karen
Australia Australia
Amazing view, spacious, newly refurbished, comfortable bed and pillows, fluffy towels, quiet even though directly opposite beach and baths, friendly staff, lovely restaurant
Julia
New Zealand New Zealand
Sea views and location close to beach. On site restaurant.
Julie
Australia Australia
The Location and the overall feeling it was warm and welcoming
Elizabeth
Australia Australia
The bed was the most comfortable I've ever stayed in and the room was so spacious. The photos online don't do it any justice.
Kelly
Australia Australia
The bed was the most comfortable bed we have ever slept in! The view was to die for!
Katie
Australia Australia
Spacious rooms, comfortable beds & great location!
Brett
Australia Australia
Location , size of room , views over the beach & the restaurant was fantastic
Martin
Australia Australia
Large room with comfortable bed. Right by the beach

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
DORSAL by the Sea
  • Cuisine
    Australian
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Dietary options
    Gluten-free

Facilities of The Dorsal Boutique Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Beachfront
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests

House rules

The Dorsal Boutique Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 19:30
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a foreign credit card, Visa and MasterCard Platinum credit card or Diners Club credit cards.

Please note that Apartment with Sea View doesn't have air conditioning or Wifi.