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Golden Sands Motor Inn

6 Head St, Forster, Australia View Map

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Golden Sands Motor Inn

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Just 3 minutes’ walk from Forster’s Main Beach, Golden Sands offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi internet. It features an outdoor swimming pool and barbecue facilities. Golden Sands Motor Inn is located in the heart of Forster, just 4 minutes’ walk from Wallis Lake. Forster Airport is a 2-minute drive away. All rooms include cable TV, a refrigerator and tea and coffee making facilities. Some rooms also feature a private balcony or a fully equipped kitchen. Golden Sands Motel offers an airport shuttle and dry cleaning services. Guests can enjoy a range of local activities, including horse riding, fishing and hiking. There are a number of restaurants and cafés within a 5-minute walk.

806 Reviews

7.8Good
Cleanliness
8.4
Staff
8.9
Location
9.2

What Guests Say

  • “Location...very central. A short walk to everything. Fishing, Swimming, Eating... "Old Style" JEWEL accommodation at a great price.…”
  • “Golden Sands is in a great location and quiet. Clean given the age of the facility.”
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Top Amenities

  • Swimming Pool
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible Rooms / Facilities
  • Beachfront
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
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Room Options

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Deluxe Twin Room1/4

Deluxe Twin Room

345 sqft • 1 Queen, 1 Single

  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
Small Double Room1/4

Small Double Room

140 sqft • 1 Double

  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
Twin Room with Balcony1/4

Twin Room with Balcony

302 sqft • 1 Queen, 1 Single

  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Bath or Shower
Standard Double Room1/4

Standard Double Room

259 sqft • 1 Queen

  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Bath or Shower
Standard Twin Room1/4

Standard Twin Room

302 sqft • 1 Double, 1 Single

  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Bath or Shower
Premium Double Room1/4

Premium Double Room

345 sqft • 1 Queen

  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap

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    What Guests Loved

    7.8
    Good

    Based on 806 reviews

    Location

    9.2

    Cleanliness

    8.4

    Staff

    8.9

    Overall Quality

    7.9

    Pros +

    • Location...very central. A short walk to everything. Fishing, Swimming, Eating... "Old Style" JEWEL accommodation at a great price. Premium Queen room very spacious.
    • Golden Sands is in a great location and quiet. Clean given the age of the facility.
    • The location was brilliant. The staff were so lovely. Sheets were clean.

    Cons -

    • It met our expectations.
    • The picture above does not resemble the room we had. The bathrooms are probably original.
    • Beware this is a VERY dated property. You get what you pay for I guess because it was cheap. The room was not like the photos. The bathroom was so old and the toilet was pretty stained. The furniture was pretty worn.
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    8KenPosted on: 1-8-2018

    Location...very central. A short walk to everything. Fishing, Swimming, Eating... "Old Style" JEWEL accommodation at a great price. Premium Queen room very spacious.

    It met our expectations.

    6KatherinePosted on: 1-2-2026

    Golden Sands is in a great location and quiet. Clean given the age of the facility.

    The picture above does not resemble the room we had. The bathrooms are probably original.

    6MelissaPosted on: 12-31-2025

    The location was brilliant. The staff were so lovely. Sheets were clean.

    Beware this is a VERY dated property. You get what you pay for I guess because it was cheap. The room was not like the photos. The bathroom was so old and the toilet was pretty stained. The furniture was pretty worn.

    7BishopPosted on: 12-27-2025

    We had a premium double room which was spacious and ideal for staying several nights, with a table, several chairs, separate desk and two easy chairs. It was advertised as having kitchen facilities but when we arrived there were no plates, cutlery or toaster. The very friendly man at reception provided us with these and so we were able to prepare our own breakfast. We provided our own tea towel and sharp cutting knife.

    The fridge really needed to be defrosted.

    9RonPosted on: 10-20-2025

    Close to surf, shops & food.

    10CarrPosted on: 10-5-2025

    Convenient to downtown and beach

    No lift…that we could find…not a deal breaker…

    9KYLIEPosted on: 9-30-2025

    The room was clean, and the bed was comfortable. The room was large ...Had to laugh at the tiny lounge ,but that was ok as we only needed the room to sleep...Close to the shops and beach.Plenty of parking..

    8MargaretPosted on: 9-11-2025

    While a little dated in areas the room was spacious and had good 'extras'. eg. tea towel, detergent, wash cloths which you don't often get anymore.

    The balcony was not too clean and we did not want to sit out there.

    8SarinaPosted on: 9-9-2025

    Very clean, Lots of space, everything you could want: toaster, jug, microwave, comfy bed. Very close to shops, restaurants and a 5 min walk to the beach/coast. Friendly staff, excellent value.

    8BarryPosted on: 9-1-2025

    walk to everything. Room is roomy and clean. Very good value for money

    4AndreasPosted on: 8-30-2025

    Shower pressureConvenient location

    Cockroach in bedNo WiFi password or pamphlet for things. Reception closed so couldn’t ask. Soap dispenser had no soap. Used shampoo instead

    7TomPosted on: 8-24-2025

    The water pressure in that shower was amazing. So many motels you just get dripped on.Very good value for money. Convenient location less than 100m from great restaurants.

    Couldn't escape the road noise. Not a problem for me. But I can see it bothering lighter sleepers.

    2PatrickPosted on: 8-10-2025

    The Room was modern, good location

    The toilet was overused and looked old and needs replacement. The bathroom has no windows for circulation. The shower was very dirty. The floor of the shower the tiles was very black and dirty . Like was been used 100 times needs to be replaced . I didn't have a shower because of the black .The outdoor seating area is outdated needs to be modernized.The outdoor pool looked neglected. The pool linings blue colour but was going black.uninvitting.Was my first time at Godlen Sands motor in and my last time.

    6GraemePosted on: 7-23-2025

    Well presented room for the value.

    Dated Bathroom and torn sheer curtain.

    10KatePosted on: 5-19-2025

    The location was great and was a walk to everything in town. The staff fabulous and even accommodated a very late check out as it was not busy the next day. Really made the time stay worthwhile and we would come back for sure.

    Bed was may a bit old and very soft, but was okay enough for a couple of nights.

    10BrucePosted on: 5-2-2025

    Location Super clean Great staff

    6SarahannePosted on: 4-28-2025

    Ros was amazing for accommodating me at the last minute, and really friendly. She also gave me some great tips on nearby restaurants open on Sunday evening, as well as early morning cafes. I felt really welcomed and very much appreciated Ros' hospitality!The room was very spacious and comfortable. My room had a 4 seat dining table and small lounge. There was a microwave, small kitchenette, toaster, and cutlery etc. This would have been perfect for a multi-night stay. My car was parked right out front and I felt safe.It was a 4 minute walk across the road via pedestrian lights to Forster Main Beach. This was great for a quick coffee at 6am before leaving.

    There was no soap in the bathroom to wash my hands, and the body wash was empty in the shower. As I was travelling through and only staying one night, I had my own and it didn't bother me so much. The shower could do with a deep clean. Otherwise, no complaints and will stay again for sure if passing overnight through the area!

    10TanyaPosted on: 4-24-2025

    Location was great, walking distance to beach and main drag. Room was amazing for extended stay. Smart tv to log into apps. Management was great.

    Loved it all. Will definitely stay again when visiting

    5GeoffPosted on: 4-23-2025

    Hard to sleep with the lights on all night!

    There is a light outside the room that is on all night and the curtains don’t block the light so it is like daylight in the room all night!

    5JasonPosted on: 4-21-2025

    Location was very good Air con worked well

    Light switch in bathroom broken and dangerous..Bed head had a stain that I can’t explain..Tv was hard to operate and couldn’t get normal tv .. the soap and shampoo was some of the worst I’ve used really cheap.. another car parked in my spot designated for my car .. Just a lot of small things they could really work on..

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Swimming & Soaking

    • Beachfront
    • Swimming Pool
    • Outdoor pool

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Transportation

    • Free Parking
    • Accessible parking

    Health & Safety

    • Health Services
    • Daily disinfection

    Accessibility

    • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
    • Facilities for disabled guests available

    Kid Friendly

    • Family Friendly

    General

    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities

    Guest policies

    Check-inAfter 2:00 PM
    Check-outBefore 10:00 AM
    InternetFree Wi-Fi is available.
    ParkingFree parking is available.
    Children & Extra BedsChildren of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 2 can stay with cot, subject to additional charges.
    PetsPets are not allowed.
    Room RatesAll rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

    Important info

    Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. A damage deposit of AUD 100.0 is required at checkin. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of checkout via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

    Location

    Golden Sands Motor Inn

    6 Head St, Forster

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