Family-friendly holiday park with coffee shop/cafe and outdoor pool
An outdoor pool, a snack bar/deli and a coffee shop/cafe are available at this smoke-free holiday park. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a children's pool, a meeting room and laundry facilities are on-site. All 44 accommodations feature kitchens with fridges, ovens, stovetops and microwaves. Balconies and sitting areas are standard, as are flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Housekeeping is not available.
Discovery Parks - Forster offers 44 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes dining tables. Accommodation at this 3.5-star holiday park has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.
Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries. 25-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a waterslide.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Discovery Parks - Forster. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Wallamba River Park. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and an outdoor pool are available. This comfortable holiday park has 44 accommodations. Kitchens and balconies are available in all accommodations.
Air-conditioned accommodations with kitchens, balconies and sitting areas
Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
Free self-parking
Enjoy a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe
Splash around at the waterslide or swim in the outdoor pool
Amenities include a meeting room, laundry facilities and a terrace
On-site recreation includes a playground
7 minutes by car from The Big Buzz Fun Park and 12 minutes from The National Motorcycle Museum
Dogs welcome for a fee
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. Public spaces have free WiFi. Discovery Parks - Forster offers its guests a kids' pool, a waterslide, and an outdoor pool. A terrace, barbecue grills, and an arcade/games room are also featured at the family-friendly Discovery Parks - Forster. Self parking is free.
This 3.5-star Darawank holiday park is smoke free.
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free secured self parking on site
Food and drink
A coffee shop/cafe
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Children's pool
Outdoor pool
Playground
Waterslide
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
Children's pool
Dining table
In-room kitchen
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Playground
Snack bar/deli
Waterslide
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Guest services
No housekeeping service
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Meeting room
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
On a river
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Grab bar near toilet
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
25-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dining table
Electric kettle
Hob
Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
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Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board
Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 0.9 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), lockbox
Pets
Pets: AUD 20 per pet, per night
Only dogs are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Pet fee: AUD 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 0.9 per cent
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property is professionally cleaned
The front desk at this property is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information and lockbox information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property is also known as
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Wallamba Holiday Park
Wallamba River
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Discovery Parks - Forster Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 274 out of 412 reviews
10 - Excellent
274
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 412 reviews
8 - Good
109
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 412 reviews
6 - Okay
17
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 412 reviews
4 - Poor
7
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 412 reviews
2 - Terrible
5
9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Mark
Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
A great night's stay! Kids loved the facilities.
Great location on the river. Little rough around the edges but looks like there's new stuff coming. Dog friendly rooms, which are noticeable as a non dog owner.
It was my first time at Foster and my first time at this accommodation. The accommodation facilities were clean, but the internet didn't work well. The gas wasn't on so I couldn't use it, but I couldn't ask because the reception was closed.(9-5)
I was pleasantly surprised with our stay at Discovery Parks Forster. It was our first park stay and the cabins were clean, the facilities were great. The pool was a perfect temperature! Overall we were really happy and would definitely come back!
Location was just so serene. If you want a relaxing holiday this was the place to be. Only one thing we were in a 2 story place which was quiet until the top unit was rented out and the noise was pretty bad from the kids running wild upstairs. Would prefer a single cabin next time . Views were perfect pool was great . .
The splash park was wonderful! Amazing sunset over the lake and peaceful environment.
Carly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
6/10 Okay
Stephanie
Travelled with partner
18 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The cabin was very clean but not what I booked. I booked a cabin on the lake however when we got there there was no cabins
Stephanie
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
15 Nov 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Wouldn't return
The booking stated free wifi however from our unit we could even detect the wifi let alone join it. As I had work to complete this meant driving into town each day which defeated the purpose of staying there. When I queried this with reception they agreed the wifi was terrible and that it may work at night (it didn't). As we were situated directly next to the cafe and their signal was strong I asked if we could join their network however this was declined. The unit we were staying in was also very noisy. We could hear the people upstairs come and go, We could hear their showers and even their conversation. No ideal.
Poor customer service. I called 4-5times to ensure we have a good selective of cabin as more cabins got available on wotif to book... but no clear answer. Just said what we have booked is the best. But NO!!! When we went there our cabin was in front of the yucky scary lagoon. On wotif there were other cabins available on wotif at the time I called... I wish the customer service offered clear understanding and helped make a change to our booking.
Previously we stayed at Discovery Parks in Dubbo which was a super fabulous experience hence this time we didn't even look out any other place for accommodation knowing Discovery Parks is here in Forster.
Also... the Cabin wise... the dishwasher didn't have buttons to operate properly... had to use a pen tip to push the button!! Like seriously???? This is what we get for spending more than $800 for just two nights!!!???? What a bigget rip off. Will need to think back before we ever choose to stay here again.
No bin liners were in the bin. Had to go ask for them with the linen/cleaning staff.
Only 2 towels... for 4 people... for 2 night stay!!
The unit was excellent, would come back in a heartbeat.
Holly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
6/10 Okay
Julie
Travelled with family
8 Oct 2024
Liked: Staff & service
We stayed in an older cabin which needs updating as I thought the accomodation was expensive for what it was. The new cabins looked good although small but again a little expensive
Disappointing the cafe closed at 2pm & the road to the play area was very wet.. might suggest this be concreted or updated to a more weather friendly ground
Ashleigh
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Stephanie
Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
7 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely location. Amazing that it is dog friendly, our dog had the best time. Unit was a bit dated but exceptionally clean and very comfortable. We were unaware however that our cabin was not stand alone and the neighbours we had were extremely noisy. You are able to hear the neighbours talking clearly within the unit. If that was not the case it would have been beautiful and tranquil here. We would come again but book a different cabin hopefully!
Fantastic place to stay. So many great facilities, from the swimming pool and water park to the playground & scooter track. There are go-carts, kayaks etc to rent out, and free board games & DVDs to borrow if the weather isn’t good. Great little beach area at the side of the river too.
The cafe on site is good, and there’s a big indoor camp kitchen as well as plenty of bbqs. If that’s not enough, there are plenty of organised activities during the school holidays, and you’re only a 10min drive to Nabiac or Hallidays Point.
All the staff are lovely.
We will definitely be going back!