Breakfast, lunch served; local and international cuisine, garden views

Reviews of Forest Lodge Resort

3.5 out of 5
Forest Lodge Resort
13626 Vasse Highway, Po Box 64, Pemberton, WA

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 208 out of 351 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 351 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 351 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 351 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 351 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Melissa, Neutral Bay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Arrived at 4pm on the hottest day of the year in Pemberton at 41 degrees and was given a room facing west with the doors and windows wide open and the room was like an oven. We had to close everything and set the aircon to 20 degrees and go out for 4 hours before we could use the room. A tiny bit of forethought a few hours before, like closing curtains and turning on the aircon, could have made our arrival much more pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Chefingo on 9 Mar 2024
Dear Melissa Thank you very much for staying with us and thanks for the feedback.We usually always have the AC on for all arriving guests. We apologize that your team has missed your room. Very sorry. All the best wishes from the Forest Lodge.

8/10 Good

Maria

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Chefingo on 23 Mar 2024
Dear Maria Thank you very much for staying with us and thanks for the review. We hope to welcome you again in the future. Ingo and Team

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place to stay. Stunning surroundings. However, I would not recommend Shefingo's, the restaurant on site. Service excellent but the food that I and my friends had, tasted as was cooked by an amateur.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from Ingo on 3 Jan 2024
Dear Alex Thank you very much for staying with us and thanks for the great review. Best wishes for 20224 and we hope to welcome.Your Forest Lodge Team

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice secluded surroundings and kangaroos
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from Chefingo on 3 Jan 2024
Dear John Thank you very much for a top review, you make our team very happy. All the best wishes from the forest team and the KangaroosChefingo

8/10 Good

Christian

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from Chefingo on 3 Jan 2024
Dear Christian Thank you very much for staying with us. We wish you a very happy new Year and hope to welcome you again in 2024 Ingo and Team

10/10 Excellent

Gishiel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in process was easy and I felt very welcomed. The room felt very homey and was very clean. There was a variety of options from the minibar and kitchen (including appliances etc). Nice walk around the property to view the lake and wild life around (birds, kangaroos). It’s probably the most comfortable hotel stay we’ve ever had. We also had dinner at the restaurant, the food was awesome and the service was great! Looking forward to stay again one day, thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Response from Chefingo on 3 Jan 2024
Dear Gishiel Thank you very much for staying with us and thanks for the excellent review. You make u s very happy and we hope to see you again in the near future.All the best wishes from the Forest Ingo

8/10 Good

Eileen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Likes: - Quiet - coffee machine Dislikes - only given 1 coffee capsule per guest per night ( any additional are payable, how much are these capsules anyway that they should charge guests who are paying $150 per night stay) - we stayed 2 nights and the cleaning was not thorough ( trash cans not emptied , carpet not vacuumed) - very expensive restaurant , most guests evidently choose to dine elsewhere
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from Chefingo on 18 Nov 2023
Dear Eileen We have about 80% of all inhouse guest dining with us and we are receiving a lot of comments on how good a value fore money our offer is! And it is, i have made the market research many times and all the time and you can be assured that we offer value for money compared to our competition. Just last week a college from a restaurant near by had dinner hear and commented on how reasonable priced we were. We also offer espresso machines with Coffee pods which no one else does at that lower price level room that you booked. We provide a service and need to make money with that service. We offer endless instand coffee and tea free of charge and only charge 1 for a coffee pod. I don't know of any hotel i have ever stayed that you get espresso coffee pods for free in a standard room. In a superior suite, for sure but not in a standard room. To answer your question the capsule cost 45sent without labour cost and Gst. And just on a sidenote you stayed in our superior suite because we upgraded you for free, an upgrade worth 200 and you are concerned about 1 for a coffee pod. Well some people are never happy, they want it all for free. We can't do that, we need to service and replace broken Coffee machines. Best regards and good luck in your research for free coffee

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was simply the best! The BEST VALUE STAY in the Pemberton Region and I stayed at many.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Response from Chefingo on 13 Nov 2023
Wow Simply the best is simply wonderful to hear from you!!! Thank you very much for staying with us and thanks for the great review. We hope to welcome you back here at the little Paradise!! Ingo and team

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from Chefingo on 12 Nov 2023
Dear Jennifer Thank you very much for your stay and your great Review. We would love to welcome you again in the Future. See you here at the Littel Paradise. Ingo and Team

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from Chefingo on 6 Nov 2023
Dear Steve Thank you very much for staying with us and for giving us a great review. We hope to welcome you back again in the near future. Best regards Ingo

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Very clean comfortable room with all that was necessary had we brought our own breakfast supplies. Friendly staff in a lovely country setting. Dinner in the restaurant was delicious and breakfast was well catered for too. Easy walk around the lake/dam with lots of bird life, plus wallabies/kangaroos to watch.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from Chefingo on 28 Oct 2023
Dear Kathryn Thank you very much for staying with us and thanks for the excellent review. we hope to welcome you back with friends and family.Ingo and team

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful place to stay, I loved the surroundings, wildlife and accessibility into town. We enjoyed the meal at the restaurant though would have liked a staff person on hand to help with operating the pancake machine. We did get help from the front desk personnel but perhaps a person in the dining room would be better. Very friendly cleaning staff, greeted with a smile.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from Chefingo on 29 Sept 2023
Dear Susan Thank you very much for staying with us and thanks for the feedback. Sorry to hear that my girlfriend the pancake machine played up that morning. Usually we are always around for Breakfast to help the guests, not sure what happened that morning. My apologies. We will watch out that this does not happen. We hope to welcome you again we send you the best wishes from the Forest with a big smile. Health and happiness, your Forest Lodge Team

10/10 Excellent

Warwick

Travelled with partner
We were in one of the cottages, very quiet and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from Chefingo on 29 Sept 2023
Dear Warwick Thank you very much for your fantastic review and thanks for staying with us. We hope to welcome you again in the Future. Best wishes from the Forest

8/10 Good

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from Chefingo on 17 Sept 2023
Thank you very much for staying with us and thanks for the review. Best wishes Ingo and team

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very poor meal e.g. mashed potato churned to be like wallpaper glue (we also made poor choices from a very limited menu)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from Chefingo on 17 Sept 2023
Thank you very much for staying with us and thanks for the review. Sorry to hear that your food was not up to standard. please let us know on the spot next time and we will change the dish or not charge you for it. Best wishes Ingo and team

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from Chefingo on 17 Sept 2023
Dear Kevin Thank you very much for staying with us and thanks for the review. Best wishes Ingo and team

4/10 Poor

Tony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Too small, out of town - not convenient, no restaurant and information about town restaurants incorrect. I’m sure we could have found something better in town
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from Chefingo on 15 Sept 2023
Dear Tony Thank you for staying with us. Our restaurant is open 5 nights a week and during school holidays 7 nights that is what is advertised all over the internet. So your comment of No Restaurant is surprising. We are 1,2 km from town where you find all other restaurants open on a Thursday. That is why we choose that day to close. The information on other restaurants can be found at the visitor, due to the pandemic and the aftermath of it every opening hours change all the time and we can not and will not be able to follow up on that. People do not even update their google pages regularly. You booked our smallest room, we suggest to book a larger studio if you need something more spacious, that is only a few difference. We wish you all the best to find something more to your likening next time.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful and relaxing place. Plenty of wildlife around and close to attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Chefingo on 24 Aug 2023
Dear Guest thank you so much for giving us a fantastic review and thanks for staying with us. we hope to welcome you back again in the near future. your Forst Lodge teamChefingo

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet location with comfortable units. Nice trees, kangaroos and a lake. Restaurant on site.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Chefingo on 17 July 2023
Dear Michael thank you very much for the nice review, and for staying with us. We hope to welcome you back again Greetings from the Kangaroos Ingo

8/10 Good

Antony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from Chefingo on 17 July 2023
Dear Antony Thank you very much for staying with us. Great to hear that you had a pleasant stay. Let us know what we need to do to make it a fantastic stay next time and we will try our best. Best wishes from the Forest Team and see you next time.

8/10 Good

Gary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Waking up to watch kangaroos on the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Chefingo on 14 July 2023
Dear Gary Thank you very much for your great review and for your stay with us here at the little paradise. Best regards Ingo

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from Chefingo on 13 July 2023
Dear Allison Thank you very much for staying with us. We are happy to hear that you had a good time Best wishes and greetings from the Forest Ingo and Team

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from Chefingo on 5 July 2023
Dear We would like to find out what happened. We have hardly ever received such a bad review. Please let us know what was the reason. We would like to resolve any problems. We apologize for any inconvenience and are sad to hear that your stay was not up to your expectations. Best wishes from the Forest Ingo and Team

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Chefingo on 4 July 2023
Dear Jerry Thank you very much for staying with us and thanks for the great review. We love your Amazing feedback. We would love to welcome you again in the neaer future Ingo and Team

8/10 Good

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely serene property minutes from Pemberton. Staff went above and beyond to ensure that our stay was pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Ingo on 19 June 2023
Dear Andrew Thank you very much for staying with us and for the great review. We hope to welcome you again in the future. Best wishes

10/10 Excellent

Pat

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Chefinog on 16 June 2023
Dear Pat Thanks a lot for your fantastic review .We hope that you come back ind have another fantastic stay Ingo

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a bolt out of the blue. The staff were wonderful, the room was clean, and had everything we needed, the meals in the restaurant were 5 star, what else can I say. Would I stay here again - Definitely!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from Chefingo on 11 June 2023
Dear Geoff Thank ou very much for the great feedback, we highly appreciate the kind words. We are very happy to hear that you will return to stay at the Little Paradise. See you next time Ingo and Team

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property was spectacular, the grounds amazing, the rooms extremely affordable and clean and classy. Unfortunately the restaurant lets the Resort down. 7pm booking couldnt get in earlier. Things sold out on menu and changed different to menu on site online.Then orders taken took almost 50mins before brought to table. Setting only for 1 on table booking for 2. Then rudely cutlery thrown on table without a serviette. The soup was terrible luke warm and terrible taste unable to be eaten. Thank goodness ordered side of garlic bread. Prices extreme extravagant. Rating 5/10 :(
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from Chefingo on 2 June 2023
Dear Michelle Thank you very much for staying with us. We are sorry that your restaurant experience was not satisfactory. We will work with our team to rectify any shortcoming.We thank you for bringing your feedback to our notice. We aim to constantly improve our service. We hope to welcome you back in the future.Your Forest Lodge Team Ingo

8/10 Good

Jodi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our time at the resort was very peaceful and relaxing, we enjoyed sitting on the verandah at sunset and sunrise watching the wildlife feeding.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from Chefingo on 30 May 2023
Dear Jodi Thank you very much for staying with us. The Lodge is made for relaxation. Great to hear the you had a good time. We are looking forward to welcoming you back. Your FLR Team

10/10 Excellent

heidi

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was very good the food was excellent and the friendly staff made our stay memorable
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from Chefingo on 22 May 2023
Dear HidiThank you very much for staying with us. It was nice meeting you and we are very happy to hear that you had a good time with a tasty dinner. We hope that we can welcome you back in the future here at the Little Paradise Your Forest Lodge Team Ingo

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet location very clean very friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from Chefingo on 20 May 2023
Dear Mary Thank you very much for staying with us. We are very happy to hear that you had a great time. We hope that you will return to our Little Paradise. Best wishes from the Team Ingo

8/10 Good

Jenny

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely bush setting, walk around the lake was beautiful. Room was clean and well equipped.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from Chefingo on 19 May 2023
Dear Jenny Thank you very much for staying with us and for the great review. We hope to see you again in the near future Best wishes Ingo and Team

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and comfy bed. The room size is larger than average. Everything you need is provided in the room (iron, bathrobes, plates, glasses, cuttleries, microwave etc)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from Ingo on 16 May 2023
Thank you very much for your stay and the fantastic review. We hope to welcome you back in the future.Best wishes and greetings from the Forest Ingo and Team

10/10 Excellent

Margret

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location, beautiful property, outstanding staff and the icing on the cake was having a meal from Chef Ingo! His seafood chowder is definitely one of the best I’ve ever had!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from Chefingo on 13 May 2023
Dear MargretThank you very much for staying with us and sampling our food. We hope to welcome you back in the Future, here in The Little Paradise. We are constantly upgrading the Forest Lodge, currently we are getting New Solar AC's and Bio Water filtration for the entire Lodge. Going in Line to make the Lodge a very eco friendly environment.

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nature type
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from Chefingo on 22 Apr 2023
Dear John Thank you very much for staying with us and thanks for the rating.Best wishes from the Forest LodgeIngo and Team

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A lovely setting to enjoy peace and quiet
This was set in a bush land setting. The receptionist was welcoming and informative. The room was in an upscale motel unit formation. It viewed the lake and gardens. It was great to be able to walk to the Gloucester Tree from there
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from Chefingo on 1 Apr 2023
Dear Andrew Thank you very much for staying with us. Thanks for the great review, we hope to welcome you back in the future. Best wishes and save Travel Ingo and Team

8/10 Good

Alan Glenn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Chalet was comfortable and the location is close to the town itself.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Response from Chefingo on 11 Mar 2023
Dear Alan Thank you very much for staying with us. We are happy to hear that you had a good time. See you again in the futureBest greetings from the ForestIngo and Team

8/10 Good

Colleen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely setting with lake to walk around and wallabies grazing. Good clean room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Response from Chefingo on 3 Mar 2023
Hi ColleenThank you very much for your stay and the fantastic review. We hope to welcome you back in the future.Best wishes and greetings from the Forest Ingo and Team

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great spot to stay for the night whilst travelling through Pemberton, very comfortable and nice and quiet. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Response from Chefingo on 25 Feb 2023
Dear Graeme Thank you very much for staying with us and for the great review.Best greetings from the Forest and see you next time.Ingo and Team

10/10 Excellent

Iryna

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from Chefingo on 18 Mar 2023
Dear Iryna Thanks a million for staying with us and for the great review. We are happy to hear that you had a great time and we hope to welcome you back sometime in the futureIngo

8/10 Good

Timothy, Laurel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Did not know the kitchen was not available until March. This was a disappointment even though the sign by the road indicated the restaurant was open.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from Chefingo on 25 Feb 2023
Dear ThimothyThank you very much for staying with us and for the feedback. We hole to see you again when our restaura t will be open. Bestes wishes Your FLR Team

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Nice area but part of resort closed.
Out of town by about 2 klms. Was not prewarned that they close the Restaurant & bar in February, so a bit overpriced for what you get. Rooms are nice and the area is very quiet and relaxing.Nice dam but no swimming allowed and no pool for a Resort stay.Room was comfortable but a bit dated.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from Chefingo on 18 Feb 2023
Dear Stephan Thank you very much for staying with us and for the feedback. Our Restaurant and Bar is closed every February and August as they are the slow month of the year. We are using the time to do a lot of Upgrades , Renovations and Refurbishments. As well as huge garden jobs due to the seasonal fall of Leaves and branches. Best wishes and see you again in the future

10/10 Excellent

Norah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Response from Chefingo on 11 Mar 2023
Thank you very much for staying with us. We are happy to hear that you had a good time. See you again in the futureBest greetings from the ForestIngo and Team

10/10 Excellent

Bertha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent dinner although on the pricier side but it was worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Response from Chefingo on 4 Feb 2023
Dear Bertha Thank you very much for the great review, We hope to see you again in the near future. Best wishes from the Forest Ingo and Team

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Response from Chefingo on 11 Mar 2023
Thank you very much for staying with us. We are happy to hear that you had a good time. See you again in the futureBest greetings from the ForestIngo and Team

10/10 Excellent

Ingo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most beautiful place. A piece of paradise. Exceptional food and services
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Response from Chefingo on 29 Jan 2023
Dear Ingo Thaks a lot

8/10 Good

Stewart

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only a short stay for us, so we didn't have time for many activities. The location is beautiful, very tall trees, wildlife and a stunning lake, make for an enjoyable vista. No complaints, would have liked to stay longer!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Response from Chefingo on 28 Jan 2023
Dear Steward Thank you very much for staying at the Forest Lodge and thanks for the great reviewwe hope to welcome you back again in the near future.Best wishes from the Forest Ingo

8/10 Good

Jiri

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Response from Chefingo on 25 Jan 2023
Dear Jiri Thank you very much for your stay and for the great review. Happy 2023 and all the best wishes from the Forest Lodge Team Ingo and Cirstin

10/10 Excellent

Vernon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Affordable, friendly staff, good accommodations and close to other facilities. Restaurant food was excellent
Response from Chefingo on 9 Jan 2023
Dear Vernon Thank you so much for this fantastic review. we are very happy to hear that you had a great time and we hope to see you again. We are here to stay and we got lots of plans to further improve the Property and facilities.best wishes for 2023 and Oroo from the Kangaroos

10/10 Excellent

Marty

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Restuarant and accomodation set on a stunning piece of property with wildlife and a pictures lake which you can walk around, really recharged the batteries.
Response from Chefingo on 9 Jan 2023
Dear Marty Thanks a million for the great review, it gives us motivation to continue offering this Little Paradise to our guests. We hope to welcome you back in 2023. Best wishes and Oroo from the Kangaroos