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A hotel room with a large bed, a double sink, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel sign with amenities including a pool, free WiFi, and availability.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a book on a towel, and a hotel sign in the background.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV on a white cabinet, a round coffee table, and large windows offering a view of greenery outside.

1. Hotel Forster

4.8 km from Durands Island Nature Reserve

Kevin

₩157,657

₩173,426 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a wooden deck, and a white building with balconies.

A living room with a sofa, a television, a plant, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

A motel with a sign indicating vacancy, a well-lit entrance, and a parking area.

A living room with a beige sofa, two round wooden side tables, a woven rug, and a view of a pool through a glass door.

2. Blueys Motel

16.8 km from Durands Island Nature Reserve

Anna

₩175,177

₩192,697 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A covered outdoor area with potted plants, a brick pathway, and a glass building with reflections.

A calm waterfront with a pedestrian bridge and grassy areas.

A two-story building with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a car parked in front.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

3. Forstay Motel

5.8 km from Durands Island Nature Reserve

Monruedee

₩110,439

₩121,483 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 7 - Nov 8

A sunset over a calm lake with silhouettes of trees and a distant shoreline.

A beach with a clear view of the ocean, a sandy path, and a tree.

A deck with chairs and a table overlooking a grassy area with trees and a body of water.

A modern two-story house with a large glass facade, a red accent wall, and a well-maintained lawn.

4. Lakeside Forster Holiday Park

6.3 km from Durands Island Nature Reserve

Sophea

₩138,774

₩138,774 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A motel with a sign indicating a vacancy.

A hotel with a covered parking area, a building with multiple floors, and a clear sky.

A room with a dark-colored sofa, a window with sheer curtains, and a painting of a cityscape on the wall.

A covered outdoor seating area with brick walls, tables, and chairs.

5. Forster and Wallis Lake Motel

5.4 km from Durands Island Nature Reserve

Peter

₩118,055

₩129,861 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

An aerial view of a coastal property with dense greenery, a beach, and a small building with a sloped roof.

A two-story house with a large deck and a view of the ocean.

A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, a stainless steel sink, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio.

A woman sitting at a white picnic table under a tree by a lake.

6. Tiona Palms Holiday Park

11.8 km from Durands Island Nature Reserve

Melinda

₩198,561

₩198,561 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A covered balcony with chairs, a view of the water, and a building in the background.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and several televisions mounted on the walls.

A bar area with stools and a counter with taps.

A variety of seafood dishes on a wooden board, including oysters and other seafood items.

7. Lakes and Ocean Hotel Forster

5.4 km from Durands Island Nature Reserve

Kristy

₩76,164

₩83,780 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A balcony with two wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a beach with waves and a clear sky.

A multi-story building with balconies, a parking area, and a view of the ocean.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of the sea.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a white coffee table, and a view of the ocean through large sliding doors.

8. The Dorsal Boutique Hotel

5.7 km from Durands Island Nature Reserve

Tanya

₩218,000

₩239,800 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A covered outdoor patio with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water and greenery.

A modern two-story house with a covered porch and a small front yard.

A modern, open-plan living and dining area with a grey sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A water play area with a child in the center, surrounded by water jets and slides.

9. Discovery Parks - Forster

12.3 km from Durands Island Nature Reserve

Yadi

₩147,082

₩147,082 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A hotel room with a kitchenette, two beds, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A pool area with picnic tables, a covered seating area, and palm trees.

10. South Pacific Palms Motor Inn

4.9 km from Durands Island Nature Reserve

RACHAEL

₩175,177

₩192,697 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A hotel room with three beds, a desk, and a door leading to a balcony.

A compact kitchen with a window, a microwave, a sink, and a small refrigerator.

A reception desk with a clock, framed artwork, and a welcome sign.

A pool area with a sign indicating it's for guests only, surrounded by palm trees and a brick wall.

11. Forster Motor Inn

5.5 km from Durands Island Nature Reserve

Prithwiraj

₩122,710

₩134,981 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A covered outdoor area with a glass entrance, potted plants, and a brick pathway.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

A cozy room with wicker furniture, a small wooden table with books, and a view of the outside through large windows.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a sliding glass door to the outside.

12. Island Palms Motor Inn

5.1 km from Durands Island Nature Reserve

Anthony

₩151,568

₩166,725 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A swimming pool with a water slide, surrounded by palm trees and a wooden deck.

A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a bench and a clear view of the ocean.

A room with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a blue bedspread, a grey sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator and oven.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a stove, a sink, and a refrigerator.

13. BIG4 Happy Hallidays Holiday Park

17.1 km from Durands Island Nature Reserve

cherie

₩97,298

₩97,298 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A covered outdoor seating area with a view of a river and a bridge.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a sliding glass door leading to a deck, and a small dishwasher.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a kitchenette, and a balcony with a view.

A beach with waves approaching the shore.

14. Reflections Tuncurry - Holiday Park

5.5 km from Durands Island Nature Reserve

Don

₩147,455

₩147,455 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, metal chairs, and a table.

A water park with a blue slide, palm trees, and a covered seating area.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, a stainless steel range hood, and a large wall clock.

A row of single-story mobile homes with a covered porch and a paved walkway.

15. NRMA Forster Tuncurry Holiday Park

3.9 km from Durands Island Nature Reserve

Kylie

₩148,034

₩162,837 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a fenced area.

A tropical garden with various palm trees and dense greenery.

A garden area with various plants, a bench, and a wooden structure.

A hotel room with two beds, each with a grey quilted bedspread and white pillows, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.

16. Forster Palms Motel

5.4 km from Durands Island Nature Reserve

Jack

₩122,710

₩134,981 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel with a red-tiled roof, palm trees, and a well-maintained garden with various plants and a fountain.

A covered outdoor seating area with a sign for Tuncurry Motor Lodge.

A coastal area with clear turquoise waters, a sandy beach, and several boats docked near a marina.

A pool with clear blue water, a brick border, and a lounge chair with striped cushions.

17. Tuncurry Motor Lodge

5.3 km from Durands Island Nature Reserve

Greg

₩101,794

₩111,978 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a wall-mounted artwork, and a wardrobe.

A golf course with a modern building adjacent to it.

An aerial view of a golf course with a beach in the background.

18. Bella Villa Motor Inn

5.6 km from Durands Island Nature Reserve

Jeremy

₩156,544

₩172,198 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

A modern dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a grey sofa, and a kitchen area in the background.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a glass-top coffee table, and a dining area with wooden chairs and a table.

A motel with a reception area, a sign indicating the motel entry, and a sign for the Golden Sands Motel.

19. Golden Sands Motor Inn Forster

5.5 km from Durands Island Nature Reserve

Kerry

₩109,677

₩120,645 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

A swimming pool with a blue umbrella, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

A cozy room with a brown sofa, a television on a wooden shelf, and a dining table with chairs.

A building with a covered porch and a lawn with tall palm trees.

A covered outdoor seating area with a trash bin, a picnic table, and a small kiosk.

20. Lani's Holiday Island - Caravan Park

4.7 km from Durands Island Nature Reserve

Ben

₩110,591

₩110,591 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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Compare popular hotels close to Durands Island Nature Reserve

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Forster	9.4 Exceptional 755 reviews	View
Blueys Motel	9.4 Exceptional 252 reviews	View
Forstay Motel	9.0 Wonderful 264 reviews	View
Lakeside Forster Holiday Park	9.2 Wonderful 199 reviews	View
Forster and Wallis Lake Motel	9.0 Wonderful 274 reviews	View

Top Durands Island Nature Reserve Hotel Reviews

Forstay Motel

8/10 Good

"The property was well maintained and the staff very friendly and helpful."

Hotel Forster

10/10 Excellent

"Great overnighter, totally enjoyed our stay…."

Lakes and Ocean Hotel Forster

8/10 Good

"Kept asking to fill the shampoo conditioner but never did"

Forster Motor Inn

8/10 Good

"Check in was easy as was check out. Very friendly staff. Room was well maintained albeit old. Bed was very comfortable. Meals aren’t available at the motel but there are a heap of good eateries nearby, around a two minute walk. Great place to rest up after a long drive from Tenterfield."

Forster Palms Motel

10/10 Excellent

"We were very happy with the room and surrounds, good location close to bowling club great meals. Overall very happy a big thank you to the cleaning staff and manager would for sure use it again."

Island Palms Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great location out of the busy area but still close enough for easy access. Very easy after hours check in and very clean and tidy!"

Reflections Forster Beach - Holiday Park

10/10 Excellent

"Extremely clean and tidy,staff very helpful.We have rebooked for another stay."

The Dorsal Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We loved the place except the tradies working below started making noise around 7am and went through until 4pm could not stay at the property threw the day too long as too much noise. Which was disappointing as it it a fantastic place."

Sevan Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Handy spot for the river action"

Other attractions near Durands Island Nature Reserve

Wallis Island Nature Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Wallis Island Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Wallis Lake. Wander the parks and beaches while you're in the area.

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Regatta Island Nature Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Regatta Island Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Wallis Lake. Wander the parks and beaches while you're in the area.

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Bandicoot Island Nature Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Bandicoot Island Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Wallis Lake. Wander the parks and beaches while you're in the area.

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Flat Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Flat Island during your travels in Wallis Lake. Wander the parks and beaches while you're in the area.

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Flat Island Nature Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Flat Island Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Wallis Lake. Wander the parks and beaches while you're in the area.

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Leon Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Leon Island during your travels in Wallis Lake. Wander the parks and beaches while you're in the area.

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Great Lakes Museum

8.6/10 (16 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Great Lakes Museum during your trip to Tuncurry. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

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Forster Marina

9.0/10 (415 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Forster with a trip to Forster Marina. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Durands Island Nature Reserve?

Durands Island Nature Reserve is located in Wallis Lake. You'll find 434 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Durands Island Nature Reserve?

Hotel Forster is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. It's located 3 mi (4.8 km) from Durands Island Nature Reserve. Other good choices within a few miles include The Dorsal Boutique Hotel and Forster Motor Inn.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Durands Island Nature Reserve?

Expedia has 434 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Durands Island Nature Reserve.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Durands Island Nature Reserve, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Durands Island Nature Reserve.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Durands Island Nature Reserve?

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What can I see and do near Durands Island Nature Reserve?

Get outside and spend some time strolling around Regatta Island Nature Reserve, Wallis Island Nature Reserve, and Bandicoot Island Nature Reserve. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Tuncurry Rock Pool, Forster Town Beach, and One Mile Beach. Forster Arts and Crafts Centre, Forster Tenpin Centre, and Great Lakes Aquatic Leisure Centre are some favorites close by Durands Island Nature Reserve.

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Our top choices for Durands Island Nature Reserve hotels

1. Hotel Forster

2. Blueys Motel

3. Forstay Motel

4. Lakeside Forster Holiday Park

5. Forster and Wallis Lake Motel

6. Tiona Palms Holiday Park

7. Lakes and Ocean Hotel Forster

8. The Dorsal Boutique Hotel

9. Discovery Parks - Forster

10. South Pacific Palms Motor Inn

11. Forster Motor Inn

12. Island Palms Motor Inn

13. BIG4 Happy Hallidays Holiday Park

14. Reflections Tuncurry - Holiday Park

15. NRMA Forster Tuncurry Holiday Park

16. Forster Palms Motel

17. Tuncurry Motor Lodge

18. Bella Villa Motor Inn

19. Golden Sands Motor Inn Forster

20. Lani's Holiday Island - Caravan Park

Compare popular hotels close to Durands Island Nature Reserve

Top Durands Island Nature Reserve Hotel Reviews

Forstay Motel

Hotel Forster

Lakes and Ocean Hotel Forster

Forster Motor Inn

Forster Palms Motel

Island Palms Motor Inn

Reflections Forster Beach - Holiday Park

The Dorsal Boutique Hotel

Sevan Apartments

Other attractions near Durands Island Nature Reserve

Wallis Island Nature Reserve

Regatta Island Nature Reserve

Bandicoot Island Nature Reserve

Flat Island

Flat Island Nature Reserve

Leon Island

Great Lakes Museum

Forster Marina

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