Accommodation to suit every traveller!
An RV friendly town, Forbes offers every type of accommodation option from camping through to country pubs, cabins, motels, B&B’s and luxury hideaways in town and out. Expect the unexpected when it comes to a stay in Forbes.
Stay in a country style 4-star motel, a one-of-a-kind converted grain silo, luxury eco accommodation or even a tiny home. Enjoy Lachlan River views from your tent, caravan, cabin or B&B. Stay in a historic farm homestead on the banks of a creek or in the heart of town above your favourite country pub.
See below for inspiration for your next Amazing Forbes stay. Find out more here about where to explore, dine and shop during your stay!
It’s time to hitch the van, pack the motorhome or throw in the swags and hit the road on that long awaited great Australian journey. Choose from convenient van sites, cabins or camping spaces at one of our four caravan parks offering free BBQ facilities, dump points, popular fishing spots, refreshing swimming pools, laundry facilities and pet friendly options. The local showground also offers a range of sites.
Alternatively, stretch your legs and rejuvenate at the RV-only short stay rest area on the banks of Lake Forbes. Forbes is certified RV friendly with a 48-hour free rest area at Wheogo Park which also has public access to a dump point.
No matter how you choose to pull up for the night, your hosts will make sure you feel welcome, and have the information you need to plan your time in Forbes just right.
You may even need to stay an extra night – or two – or return and spend more time exploring all that Forbes has to offer.
With accommodation suitable for every type of traveler, and amazing hosts to make your stay one to remember, Forbes really is the place to stay.
No need to bring your house with you. Make yourself at home at one of our nine motels or hotels or choose a bed and breakfast option, many of which offer picturesque vistas and views of the unending splendid horizon.
Featuring a 24-hour front desk this property also provides guests with a restaurant. Both free WiFi and private parking are available on site. Enjoy a coffee or drink in the bar/lounge and enjoy a meal in the onsite restaurant. This Motel is Pet Friendly.
The only park in Forbes with River access offering very relaxing views of the Lachlan River. Enjoy the quiet, peaceful surroundings and throw a line in and try your luck. The Park offers 4 x River view Villas, 7 x various motel style rooms (linen included), 45 powered sites and 15 un-powered sites, swimming pool and the 1928 Baths sign, which now creates a fantastic entrance to the Camp Kitchen which includes free BBQ's, hot plates, fridge, sink, plus more. Family pets welcome to stay (sites only). Situated 2.1km from Forbes town center where the food and shopping are great. This Caravan Park is Pet Friendly, fees apply.
Appleyard Bed and Breakfast is located three minutes drive from the township of Forbes, in a country setting overlooking a beautiful pond where there are daily visits from a great array of birdlife. The cottage comprises two separate bedrooms both with Queen beds and a large bathroom with wheelchair accessibility. The large deck area which overlooks the beautiful pond, is perfect for enjoying an evening drink and nibbles before dinner or to just relax while reading your latest book. Pet Friendly at owners discretion.
This convenient Forbes accommodation is ideally located off the highway ensuring a quiet night's sleep and is within easy proximity to the town centre. In addition to standard facilities, all guest rooms are air-conditioned and furnished with desks, refrigerators, coffee makers, internet access and cable television. Choose a standard queen or twin room or family room, which can accommodate up to six people. Full room service options are available with either breakfast or dinner seven days a week. Alternatively you can dine at a number of local restaurants (chargeback is available). Plenty of car, bus and truck parking on site. This accommodation is Pet Friendly, enquiry within.
Browne Street stay is a modern self-contained unit, centrally located within an easy stroll of the CBD and Lake Forbes. Studio includes: Washing machine, kitchenette (fridge, toaster, kettle), queen bed, self check-in/check-out, WIFI, smart TV, blockout blinds, undercover parking, private bathroom with full shower, toilet and basin.
Country Mile Motor Inn offers comfortable motel accommodation close to Forbes CBDs and away from the highway. All of the ground floor rooms are spacious with air conditioning, electric blankets, flat screen TV's, Foxtel and internet to suit the business or leisure traveller. There is also a disabled room.Enjoy BBQ facilities, wireless internet, offstreet parking and a pool.
Forbes Caravan and Cabin Park is the closest park to the town centre. The Forbes Information Centre is 400m from the park, which is also the historic train station and regional bus terminal point. McDonalds Cafe is 600m and local cafes, shops and supermarkets just 1km away. Newly renovated cabins, coin operated laundry, Forbes Caravan & Cabin Park is located on the North side of Forbes, conveniently, just off the highway in Sam St. Make sure you look out for the distinctive PINK signage. This Caravan Park is Pet Friendly.
Relax in the green oasis located on Flint St, Forbes. This peaceful Caravan park is a delight to your senses, with lush grass and something for everyone including well equipped camp kitchen, ensuite powered sites, playground, swimming pool and two pet friendly cabins. This Caravan Park is Pet Friendly, bookings apply.
Offering single, double and family rooms, the Forbes Inn Hotel is part of the Forbes Inn. Strategically located close to the CBD and offering air conditioning, heating, ensuite, and Austar.
Forbes Victoria Inn is a four star motel which places you steps from Forbes Historical Society Museum and within a short 5-minute stroll of Victoria Park. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free wifi Internet, balconies, and LCD TVs.
Galari Cottage features magnificent Lachlan River views directly from your private living area and balcony. Guests will be treated to park like surrounds with soaring red river gums and direct river access via nature reserve frontage. Enjoy listening to the abundance of birdlife and feel immersed in nature whilst only being located 3kms from Forbes CBD.
Luxury eco accommodation on the edge of Forbes, the perfect place to chill out and recharge. Generous breakfast provisions are included for you to prepare at your leisure: house baked sourdough, free range eggs, coffee machine, homemade muesli, cereals, milk, yoghurt, fruit and homemade condiments. You are also very welcome to pick and eat from the Retreat's food garden at no extra cost. Or relax on your deck overlooking a waterhole shaded by ancient Red Gums. Kick the barbie into gear, watch the sun go down and the stars come out blazing in our dark night skies.
Lake Forbes Motel is a 3 and a half star property conveniently situated on the Newell Highway, and nested by the side of picturesque Lake Forbes. Located 500m south of the Post Office, and just a short stroll along the riverbank and across the bridge to Pubs, Restaurants, Supermarkets and Speciality Shops.
Opposite Victoria Park and the historic buildings of the Forbes Town Square, the Plainsman Motel has quiet off-road rooms for our travelling guests. Refurbished Deluxe Rooms offer that extra touch of comfort. The Plainsman has several room types and bedding configurations catering for any occasion from Executive Business to Economic Family travellers. Loyalty Return Guests, Seniors and Motoring Association (NRMA, RACV, RACQ etc.) rates are offered for direct telephone bookings and via the website Booking Button or email. This accommodation is Pet Friendly, enquiry within.
Forbes River Meadows Caravan Park is located on the Newell Highway about 2 minutes south of Forbes in the beautiful central west of New South Wales. The Caravan Park is pet friendly (subject to managers discretion) and offers a range of accommodation options for both short term stays and permanent residents along with powered and unpowered sites for caravans and campervans. Surrounded by farmland you will definitely feel that you are in the country without being too far from the convenience and attractions of Forbes. This Caravan Park is Pet Friendly.
Offering so much more than a motel, the Sunset View B & B is ideally located just out of town, and offers breathtaking views. King Room available (or two Long Singles), a generous buffet-style continental breakfast included, with fresh fruit, juice, yoghurts, plenty of cereals, breads, teas and espresso coffee to choose from - or opt for a cooked breakfast for an additional fee. Special diets can be catered for.
This one-of-a-kind accommodation is the perfect place for a family getaway, you can even bring your pets! The two grain silos have been converted into a comfortable and modern space, comfortably sleeping 7 people (2 queens and 3 singles) across 3 bedrooms. There is a full kitchen plus barbeque, and a substantial breakfast is included, consisting of sourdough, eggs, coffee machine, cereals and spreads. A fully enclosed yard makes it pet friendly, and children will love watching the miniature goats playing in the adjoining paddock. Guests can enjoy time in the spa, toast marshmallows at the firepit, stargaze through the telescope. The bedrooms are stocked with toys, games and reading material for all ages.
The Town & Country Motor Inn is located adjacent to Forbes Golf Course with magnificent views over the fairways and greens and is just a short drive to local restaurants, cafes and clubs.A range of accommodation options suitable for the business, corporate and leisure traveller with a range of facilities to meet your every need. Fully accessible and spa rooms also available.
The Vandenberg Hotel is one of the longest standing and continually licensed hotels in NSW. The ‘Van’ - built by Dutch immigrants, the Vandenberg Family, in the late 1800s - was then known as The Courthouse Hotel and was often referred to as having ‘the most comfortable accommodation west of the mountains’. The Hotel offers 12 pub-style rooms that will make you feel right at home. Most rooms lead to the fantastic verandah, the very same from which Sir Henry Parkes addressed the town and his followers, and overlooks the picturesque Victoria Park and some of Forbes’ finest heritage buildings.
Nestled in nature, on the edge of the outback, Yarrabandai Creek Homestead, a 180 acre property in Forbes, boasting architecturally designed farm stay accommodation with a traditional Australian feel, is the perfect place to unwind. Even whilst staying on the farm, the amenities let you live like a king or queen, with a 20 metre swimming pool, billiards room and bar, two tennis courts with lighting, a creek to kayak or go fishing, there is really something for everyone. The Homestead offers an amazing venue to host your wedding, conference or function - your way. This accommodation is Pet Friendly.
Enjoy a rare and memorable stay at this funky industrial-style property. Nestled among the gum trees in outback NSW, the property boasts comfortable and modern facilities you'll almost forget where you are. A short walk or a quick bike ride to town, you’ll enjoy our delicious eateries, boutique shopping, lake walks, sculpture trail and the many charming experiences Forbes has on offer.
