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Plainsman Motel

3.0 star property
Motel with free parking, steps from Victoria Park

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Stunning historic building with a prominent clock tower and arched windows.
Welcome to our reception area, featuring a comfortable bench and a helpful reception desk.
Cozy restaurant with exposed beams, wooden tables, and a chalkboard menu.
Two single beds, a desk, and a microwave are featured in this hotel room with a window and a small refrigerator.
Relax by the pool surrounded by lush palm trees and comfortable seating.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is £74
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug

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Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Two Bedroom Apartment)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Standard Room, Non Smoking (Budget Room) | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Budget Room)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Queen Room)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, Non Smoking (Large 2 bedroom Family) | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Family Room, Non Smoking (Large 2 bedroom Family)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Room, Non Smoking (Deluxe Motel Room) | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, Non Smoking (Deluxe Motel Room)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Family Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Family Room, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Map
22 Sherriff Street, Forbes, NSW, 2871

What's nearby

  • Victoria Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Forbes Historical Society Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • McFeeters Motor Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Forbes Golf Club - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Forbes Goanna Sculpture - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Forbes Station - 13 min walk
  • Parkes, NSW (PKE-Parkes Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Forbes Inn Hotel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Brew Coffee & Juice Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wattle Cafe - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Plainsman Motel

Motel near Victoria Park
Located close to Forbes Goanna Sculpture, Plainsman Motel provides a garden, laundry facilities and a business centre. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and 1 meeting room
  • Free newspapers, a banquet hall and barbecues
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Plainsman Motel feature comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with DVD players
  • Fridges, on-request microwaves and cots/infant beds

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7 AM to 9 AM on weekdays and 8 AM to 9 AM on weekends; AUD 14 to 25 per person

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 1,076 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per stay

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 14 to 25 per person
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and a smoke detector
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from October to May
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Comfort Inn Forbes
Plainsman Motel Forbes
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Forbes Comfort Inn
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Plainsman Motel Motel Forbes

Frequently asked questions

Does Plainsman Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Plainsman Motel?

As of 31 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Plainsman Motel on 6 Aug 2025 start from £74.23, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Plainsman Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Plainsman Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Plainsman Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Plainsman Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Plainsman Motel located?

Situated in a shopping district, this motel is steps from Victoria Park and 3.3 mi (5.4 km) from Forbes Goanna Sculpture. Parkes Showgrounds and Henry Parkes Centre are also within 25 mi (40 km). Forbes Station is 13 minutes by foot.

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Plainsman Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 268 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 113 out of 268 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 268 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 268 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 268 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Warwick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff & comfy beds
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great clean accommodation, checkin hassle free. Lovely service.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Motel was clean and convenient. Daily housekeeping and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant staff, convenient location just across the road from the services club where we had dinner in the Bistro. Very reasonable price
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

We enjoyed our stay here and will stay next time we are here! The staff are super friendly and the room was comfortable. Perfect for what we needed!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall the property was ok for an overnight stay. The bathroom was very dated & bed was not overly comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed several times in the last year and have always enjoyed our stay. The staff are helpful and friendly and the rooms are comfortable although a little tired.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice clean and tidy place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and comfortable Lovely well kept grounds - perfect for our dog to explore
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient access to food and main shopping area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Darcy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very pleasant overnight stay here. Room was clean and compact but had all we needed. Close to dining options. Close to river walking path too. Would stay here again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly owners , great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a family passing through.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kym

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spent the weekend in Forbes and stayed at The Plainsman Motel. Affordable, clean, welcoming, great facilities right in town. Our host Sharee was awesome, best host ever.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Praneet

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
A decent place for an overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very clean room plenty of room. 3 of us stayed in one room,still plenty of room. Great shower too
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Basic accommodation, good value for money and a 3-minute walk into town. I recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Liked: Staff & service
Great location to town centre. Easy walk to main shops, club across the road Bakery across the road 😋 Large town centre park very close by.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fenella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect accommodation for multiple kid families- good walking distance from shops
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Great location opp. RSL great club great meals
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Geoffrey

Liked: Staff & service
Owners were welcoming. Cleaners need to look under beds occassionally.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay in Forbes. Very convenient, clean and walkable to a range of eating options. Would stay here again in a heart beat.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022