Plainsman Motel

3.0 star property
Motel with free parking, steps from Victoria Park

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Reception
Iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Seasonal outdoor pool
Front of property – evening/night
Daily continental breakfast for a fee
Located near Victoria Park, the Plainsman Motel provides a garden retreat and seasonal swimming pool for relaxation. The helpful staff enhances the stay, while practical amenities include laundry facilities, complimentary WiFi, and barbecue grills for outdoor meals.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct

Room options

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Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Two Bedroom Apartment)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Budget Room)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Queen Room)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room, Non Smoking (Large 2 bedroom Family)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room, Non Smoking (Deluxe Motel Room)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Room, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Located in Forbes, Plainsman Motel is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Victoria Park and Nangar National Park, while Forbes Goanna Sculpture and Henry Parkes Centre are cultural highlights. Parkes Showgrounds and CSIRO Parkes Observatory are not to be missed. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
Map
22 Sherriff Street, Forbes, NSW, 2871

What's nearby

  • Victoria Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Forbes Historical Society Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • McFeeters Motor Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Forbes Golf Club - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Forbes Goanna Sculpture - 6 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Forbes Station - 13 min walk
  • Parkes, NSW (PKE-Parkes Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Forbes Inn - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Post Office Hotel Forbes - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Forbes Services Memorial Club - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Wan Wah Chinese - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Plainsman Motel

Motel near Victoria Park
Located close to Forbes Goanna Sculpture, Plainsman Motel provides a garden, laundry facilities and a business centre. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and barbecues
  • A banquet hall, free newspapers and 1 meeting room
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Plainsman Motel feature comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with DVD players
  • Fridges, on-request microwaves and cots/infant beds

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7 AM to 9 AM on weekdays and 8 AM to 9 AM on weekends; AUD 14 to 25 per person

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 1,076 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per stay

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 14 to 25 per person
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from October to May
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
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Plainsman Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Plainsman Motel?

As of 21 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Plainsman Motel on 1 Oct 2025 start from NZ$170.05, 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 for more accurate prices.

Is Plainsman Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Plainsman Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Plainsman Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Plainsman Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Plainsman Motel located?

Situated in a shopping district, this motel is steps from Victoria Park and 3.3 mi (5.4 km) from Forbes Goanna Sculpture. Parkes Showgrounds and Henry Parkes Centre are also within 25 mi (40 km). Forbes Station is 13 minutes by foot.

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