The Dorsal Boutique Hotel
1 West Street
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Why people book this hotel
“The location was ideal”
“Location in relation to beach and options in the main road were good, though on …”
“A very spacious suite with a magnificent view”
“Great sized room with excellent views”
“The Receptionist at the front was personable and friendly”
“The staff were very helpful & polite”
“Delicious breakfast fabulous”
“Breakfast excellent Staff extremely helpful Wonderful stay Will definitely…”
“Parking downstairs”
“Good parking”
“Clean and really well located”
Overview
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. Finish your day with a drink and a meal in the on-site restaurant The Sicilian at The Dorsal, which features both indoor and outdoor seating.
Traveller reviews
Litsa
couple
June 10, 2026
“Fabulous”
Delicious breakfast fabulous
Ian
solo_traveller
June 9, 2026
The location was ideal
Bronwyn
solo_traveller
June 3, 2026
Clean and really well located. Parking downstairs.
Denise
couple
June 3, 2026
“The view was exceptional.”
Location in relation to beach and options in the main road were good, though on the pricier side, the restaurant downstairs was good. The Receptionist at the front was personable and friendly.
Brett
couple
June 1, 2026
Location
Gai
couple
May 24, 2026
“Nice”
Good
Michael
couple
May 21, 2026
“Very relaxing, would like to stay longer next time”
Great location, beautiful open doors, we could listen to the ocean 🌊
marty
solo_traveller
May 19, 2026
Great location.
McIntyre
solo_traveller
May 17, 2026
“Great stay.”
Great location, ocean pool and beach across the road. You can walk everywhere and Restaurant on site was great as well.
Gai
couple
May 17, 2026
“The stay was pleasant, however, please refer to my earlier comments.”
The location & the restaurant. The staff were very helpful & polite.
Pamela
couple
May 15, 2026
“Delightful stay in a beautiful location”
A very spacious suite with a magnificent view.
Litsa
extended_group
May 14, 2026
“Excellent”
Breakfast excellent Staff extremely helpful Wonderful stay Will definitely return
Robyn
couple
May 9, 2026
Great sized room with excellent views
James
couple
May 9, 2026
“Great spot to re energise and appreciate a great part of Australia”
Location to beach
Jennifer
solo_traveller
May 7, 2026
“Lovely spot”
The view was lovely. The bed was comfy. Handy to have a nice restaurant downstairs.
Suzette
couple
May 5, 2026
“Great location, spacious, comfortable room, helpful staff”
Great location, comfortable bed, spacious room.
Craig
couple
May 1, 2026
“I won’t be back”
The location
peter
extended_group
May 1, 2026
“Views are amazing ,, opposite a great beach and rock bathing area.”
Great view,, Quite,, Ice machine and stocked mini bar at good prices,, Ocean baths opposite,, plenty of walking tracks,, great sunset,, onsite Restaurant was great quality,, would stay again........
Nicholas
solo_traveller
May 1, 2026
Room was a good size, good balcony and view. Staff were very pleasnt, particularly in the restaurant. Good parking. Good location.
Dorothy
couple
April 27, 2026
Great location, comfortable room with plenty of space.
Facilities
Activities
Golf course (within 3 km), Beachfront, Beach
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
General
Air conditioning, Safety deposit box, Soundproof rooms, Heating, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Lift
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Safety & security
Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas
Services
Express check-in/check-out, Private check-in/check-out, Vending machine (snacks), Daily housekeeping
Deluxe Triple Room with Sea View
Providing free toiletries, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned triple room provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as sea views. The unit offers 2 beds.
Deluxe Suite
This beachfront suite features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, minibar and an electric kettle. Guests can enjoy the ocean view from the balcony, which includes outdoor furniture.
Standard Suite
This suite features a flat-screen TV, minibar and an electric kettle. Each room has a balcony with partial ocean views.
Superior Suite
This beachfront suite features a flat-screen TV, minibar and an electric kettle. Guests can enjoy the ocean view from the balcony, which includes outdoor furniture.
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