Title: The Dorsal Boutique Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Dorsal Boutique Hotel Luxury hotel in Forster with free parking ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625900/9625831/17b5b8a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Standard Room, Balcony (Standard suite) | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625900/9625831/441b2c67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![LCD TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625900/9625831/2d857bbf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Room, Balcony (Superior Suite) | Living area | LCD TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625900/9625831/f6d18077.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625900/9625831/c9347cb2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Dorsal Boutique Hotel offers a satisfying culinary experience at its restaurant while providing beach towels for guests after swimming. Visitors appreciate the convenience of free in-room WiFi and the time-saving benefit of express check-in service. 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Housekeeping - Air conditioning - Free WiFi - Parking included - Restaurant - Business services £104 includes taxes & fees 19 Oct - 20 Oct ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 18 - Sept 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-18&endDate=2025-09-19&selected=9625831&PinnedHotelID=9625831&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-18&endDate=2025-09-19&selected=9625831&PinnedHotelID=9625831&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 19 - Sept 20](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-20&selected=9625831&PinnedHotelID=9625831&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-20&selected=9625831&PinnedHotelID=9625831&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 19 - Sept 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=9625831&PinnedHotelID=9625831&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=9625831&PinnedHotelID=9625831&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Sept 26 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=9625831&PinnedHotelID=9625831&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=9625831&PinnedHotelID=9625831&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Superior Room, Balcony (Superior Suite) | Living area | LCD TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625900/9625831/f6d18077.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room, Balcony (Superior Suite) 9.4 Exceptional 11 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Private indoor hot tub Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds Fridge LCD TV - 430 sq ft - Beach view - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Standard Room, Balcony (Standard suite) | Living area | LCD TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625900/9625831/02d2fba3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, Balcony (Standard suite) 9.2 Wonderful 24 reviews ### Highlights Balcony or patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds Fridge LCD TV Blackout curtains - 377 sq ft - Partial ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Deluxe Room, Balcony (Deluxe Suite) | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625900/9625831/3c7804a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, Balcony (Deluxe Suite) 8.4 Very good 18 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds Fridge LCD TV Blackout curtains - 409 sq ft - Beach view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FForster-Hotels-The-Dorsal-Boutique-Hotel.h9625831.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FForster-Hotels-The-Dorsal-Boutique-Hotel.h9625831.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-32.17917%2C152.51430&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=91EOEMS4cEjCBnZw4DgN0o_d9a8=) 1 West Street, Forster, NSW, 2428 #### What's nearby - Pebbly Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Forster Town Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Forster Marina - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Forster-Tuncurry Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles - One Mile Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles #### Getting around - Taree, NSW (TRO) - 44 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Tuncurry Rock Pool - ‬4 min drive - ‪Paradise Marina - ‬12 min walk - ‪Forster Bowling Club - ‬16 min walk - ‪Cafe Toscano - ‬5 min walk - ‪Tartt - ‬8 min walk ## About this property ### The Dorsal Boutique Hotel Luxury hotel The Dorsal Boutique Hotel provides a restaurant and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hotel include: - Free self-parking - Express check-in, beach towels and a vending machine - A front desk safe, tour/ticket information and a lift - Guest reviews say great things about the beach locale and helpful staff Room features All guest rooms at The Dorsal Boutique Hotel include thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with shampoo - Balconies, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Food and drink - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - Dorsal by the Sea ### Family friendly - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - Guidebooks - Limited-hour front desk - Safe at front desk - Vending machine ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Beach towels ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Lift - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - LCD TV ### 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 Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per night. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50.0 per night 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 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 ### Property is also known as Dorsal Boutique Hotel Forster Dorsal Boutique Hotel Dorsal Boutique Forster Dorsal Boutique The Dorsal Hotel Forster The Dorsal Boutique Hotel Hotel The Dorsal Boutique Hotel Forster The Dorsal Boutique Hotel Hotel Forster ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Dorsal Boutique Hotel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Dorsal Boutique Hotel? > As of 18 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dorsal Boutique Hotel on 19 Oct 2025 start from £104.42, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Forster-Hotels-The-Dorsal-Boutique-Hotel.h9625831.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at The Dorsal Boutique Hotel? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Dorsal Boutique Hotel? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at The Dorsal Boutique Hotel? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Dorsal Boutique Hotel located? > Situated in Forster, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Pebbly Beach and Miles Island. Forster Town Beach and Forster Marina are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Dorsal Boutique Hotel Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 358 8 - Good 254 6 - Okay 55 4 - Poor 20 2 - Terrible 9 ### 8.8/10 Cleanliness ### 8.6/10 Staff & service ### 8.2/10 Amenities ### 8.2/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.4/10 Eco-friendliness ### 8/10 Good #### Sasha 8 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities A nice stay. ##### Sasha Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Andrew 20 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location. Close to main beach & easy walk to shops and in house restaurant was excellent. ##### Andrew Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter 11 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very good ##### Peter Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ron 19 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Stayed the weekend, right on the beach and close to shops etc. ##### Ron Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Diana 19 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great location ##### Diana Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Brev 8 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Near the beach and Town Centre ##### Brev Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### DAVID 15 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We enjoyed a fantastic stay at Dorsal beautiful view close to everything easy walk to restaurants . Will definitely stay again ##### DAVID Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Kim 8 Jun 2025 Liked: Amenities Amazing views big rooms ##### Kim Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Neryla 24 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Stayed before! Always clean and tidy with a lovely view over looking the beach and easy walking distance to the shops and dining! Always enjoy our stay. ##### Neryla Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### janelle 24 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff were lovely ##### janelle Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas 7 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The Dorsel was perfect. The views we had the top floor. The location everything was fantastic. Comfortable and clean. Recommend to anyone. Parking was easy. ##### Thomas Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Aaron 6 Aug 2025 Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities Woke up with German cockroaches all through the bed ##### Aaron Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gayle 14 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The room was very clean and comfortable. The receptionist was friendly and obliging. The view was beautiful . Would definitely stay there again . ##### Gayle Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janel 15 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities A lovely hotel in a great location. Friendly staff. ##### Janel Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rob 23 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Loved everything about my stay here. Great room, clean, beautiful view, close to beach and town centre. ##### Rob Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Norval 11 May 2025 Disliked: Amenities Nice to know the restaurant is permanently closed ##### Norval Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Robert 26 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities LOCATION WAS EXCELLENT , VIEWS OVER FORSTER WERE GREAT , VERY CONVIENT, parking was very tight and sometimes full. ##### Robert Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Gabrielle 28 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great position opposite the beach and apartment was clean and tidy ##### Gabrielle Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Julie 18 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities I loved the spa bath in the bathroom. It’s hard to get a bath these days let alone a spa bath. ##### Julie Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Craig 13 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A very central property, close to beach and shopping areas. Very safe, comfortable room and easy parking, highly recommend. ##### Craig Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ian 28 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Property was what we were looking for,walking distance to beach and restaurants shopping,ocean views, only thing I could complain about was it was very hot sitting on balcony facing north, a shade or umbrella on balcony would be good ##### Ian Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michele 3 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities wonderful hotel with magnificent views ##### Michele Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kerry 7 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great Hotel will stay there again. ##### Kerry Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Lisa 12 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We stayed in the deluxe room which had a lovely balcony overlooking the beach. We were able to walk everywhere as the property is in such a great location, room was clean and comfortable. Will definitely stay there again. ##### Lisa Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol 24 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely 5 days at Dorsal, beautiful views, friendly staff, appreciated our upgrade for our Wedding Anniversary. ##### Carol Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Fairmont Resort Blue Mountains MGallery Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Fairmont-Resort-Spa-Blue-Mountains.h522363.Hotel-Information) > > [Mercure Hunter Valley Gardens](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pokolbin-Hotels-Mercure-Resort-Hunter-Valley-Gardens.h1877968.Hotel-Information) > > [Mandalay Luxury Beachfront Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Douglas-Hotels-Mandalay-Luxury-Beachfront-Apartments.h2648804.Hotel-Information) > > [By The Sea Port Douglas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Douglas-Hotels-By-The-Sea-Port-Douglas.h3024406.Hotel-Information) > > [Heron Island Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Heron-Island-Hotels-Heron-Island-Resort.h1636471.Hotel-Information) > > [RAC Ningaloo Reef Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Coral-Bay-Hotels-Ningaloo-Reef-Resort.h4257765.Hotel-Information) > > [RAC Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Monkey-Mia-Hotels-RAC-Monkey-Mia-Dolphin-Resort.h2650828.Hotel-Information) > > [Torquay Foreshore Caravan Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Torquay-Hotels-Torquay-Foreshore-Caravan-Park.h6001296.Hotel-Information) > > [Club Wyndham Airlie Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Club-Wyndham-Airlie-Beach.h2802992.Hotel-Information) > > [Bannisters Port Stephens](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Soldiers-Point-Hotels-Bannisters-Port-Stephens.h27355893.Hotel-Information) > > [The Lost Camel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Yulara-Hotels-The-Lost-Camel.h4805954.Hotel-Information) > > [Heritage Trail Lodge Margaret River](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Margaret-River-Hotels-Heritage-Trail-Lodge-Margaret-River.h9624427.Hotel-Information) > > [Rochester Riverside Holiday Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rochester-Hotels-Rochester-Riverside-Caravan-Park.h65341713.Hotel-Information) > > [Lilianfels Resort & Spa - Blue Mountains](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Lilianfels-Resort-Spa-Blue-Mountains.h872.Hotel-Information) > > [The Carrington Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-The-Carrington-Hotel.h474003.Hotel-Information) > > [Wyndham Resort Torquay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Torquay-Hotels-Wyndham-Resort-Torquay.h1927122.Hotel-Information) > > [Isles Of Glencoe Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ballachulish-Hotels-Isles-Of-Glencoe-Hotel.h41306.Hotel-Information) > > [Villas Florida](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Florida-Villas.d211-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Ozone Hotel Kangaroo Island](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kingscote-Hotels-Aurora-Ozone-Hotel.h2737459.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Waterpark in Italy](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Italy-Waterpark-Hotel.0-0-d86-twaterparkhotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Douglas-Hotels-Sheraton-Grand-Mirage-Resort.h8065.Hotel-Information) > > [Park House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shifnal-Hotels-Park-House-Hotel.h20689.Hotel-Information) > > [Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Karatta-Hotels-Kangaroo-Island-Wilderness-Retreat.h2041654.Hotel-Information) > > [Coral Sea Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Coral-Sea-Marina-Resort.h1047180.Hotel-Information) > > [Exmouth Escape Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Exmouth-Hotels-Exmouth-Escape-Resort.h4032424.Hotel-Information) > > [Glamping at Truffle Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gretna-Hotels-Truffle-Lodge.h22239606.Hotel-Information) > > [The Copa Cabana at Copacabana](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Copacabana-Hotels-The-Copa-Cabana-At-Copacabana.h33554165.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from London (LHR) to George Town (PEN)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lhr/pen/london-to-penang)