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Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake

4.0 star property
Upscale Maitland hotel in Heatherbrae with free parking

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Exterior
Exterior detail
Standard Family Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds
Business center
Reception
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
The price is AED 346
AED 380 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20

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Map
2259 Pacific Highway, Heatherbrae, NSW, 2324
  • Popular LocationHunter Region Botanic Gardens20 min walk
  • AirportNewcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)15 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Newcastle18 min drive
  • Popular LocationJohn Hunter Hospital19 min drive

Most relevant reviews

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12/10 Okay

The property was a 1 night stop on a longer journey up to the North Coast. It served well for the night. The only downsi...
Celeste
May 17, 2024

Room options

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Executive 2 Bedroom Family Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Executive 2 Bedroom Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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Executive Family Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Executive Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard 2 Bedroom Family Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard 2 Bedroom Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Standard Family Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Family Room

Deluxe Family Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Executive Room + Spa

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Executive Room + Spa

Highlights

Private indoor spa tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Twin

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Queen | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Queen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Maitland

Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake is located in Heatherbrae, a neighborhood in Maitland, and is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Stockton Sand Dunes and Newcastle Civic Park, while Newcastle Museum and Newcastle Civic Theater are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Newcastle Showground.
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What's nearby

  • Hunter Region Botanic Gardens - 20 min walk
  • University of Newcastle - 18 min drive
  • John Hunter Hospital - 19 min drive
  • Newcastle Showground - 19 min drive
  • Newcastle Civic Theater - 35 min drive

Getting around

  • Hexham Station - 10 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 5 min drive
  • McDonald's - 3 min walk
  • Guzman Y Gomez - 2 min drive
  • Heatherbrae's Pies - 2 min drive
  • Lakeside Tavern - 6 min drive

About this property

Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake

Upscale hotel near University of Newcastle
At Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake, you can look forward to a garden, laundry facilities, and a bar. The on-site restaurant, Bistro Nomad, offers breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a business center.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), RV/bus/truck parking, and express check-out
  • Wedding services, a TV in the lobby, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the spacious rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and electric kettles

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (AUD 20 per 24-hour period)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee weekdays 7:00 AM–9:30 AM: AUD 10-25 for adults and AUD 10-25 for children
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available

Restaurants on site

  • Bistro Nomad

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Heating
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 30-inch TV

Food and drink

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

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
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 Monday - Friday (7:00 AM - 9:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Reception hours are Monday to Friday 7 AM-10 PM, Saturday 8 AM-8 PM, Sunday and public holidays 8 AM-6 PM Guests arriving after 9 PM Monday to Friday, after 8 PM on Saturday, or after 6 PM on Sunday or public holidays must contact the property in advance to arrange check in and provide a contact number.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 25 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately AUD 10–25 for adults, and AUD 10–25 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: AUD 20 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 25 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 and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Please note that dinner may not be served on Sunday evenings. Also, breakfast is not served on Monday mornings.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from October to May
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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

Property is also known as

Comfort Inn Sir Francis Drake
Comfort Inn Sir Francis Drake Heatherbrae
Comfort Inn Sir Francis Drake Hotel
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Sir Francis Drake Comfort Inn
Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake Heatherbrae
Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake
Airport Sir Francis Drake Heatherbrae
Airport Sir Francis Drake
Sir Francis Drake Heatherbrae
Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake Hotel
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Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake Hotel Heatherbrae

Frequently asked questions

Does Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–8:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake?

As of 18 May, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake on 19 May, 2024 start from $103.53, 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 Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake located?

Located in Heatherbrae, this hotel is 11.3 mi (18.1 km) from University of Newcastle and 12.4 mi (19.9 km) from Stockton Sand Dunes. Newcastle Showground and John Hunter Hospital are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 305 out of 731 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 283 out of 731 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 731 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 731 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 731 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Celeste

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The property was a 1 night stop on a longer journey up to the North Coast. It served well for the night. The only downside was roaches. Seeing the bug spray when we walked in the room should have given us a heads up but we weren't to know that we would have 4 by the morning dead in the room. There is a 24hr McDonalds across the road. Reception closes at 9pm so you have to make sure you get there in time.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are amazing we have stayed the twice now it’s definitely on our list to stay on our way up and down the coast Reception staff cannot do enough to make you feel welcome
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Although older establishment, it is quiet, safe and relaxing environment.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large room great location quiet area to break up the trip to Qld
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I came here as a kid in 1987 with my parents. I never forgot and many years later in 2024 I return for a one night stay. Michael at reception was very friendly and looked after me. I loved the old fashioned style accommodation and all rooms are on the ground floor with parking at the door. The room was spacious with all the basic needs. Shower worked a treat. The air con took a while to kick in once it did the room was kept at a really good temperature. There’s lots of space outside and despite being on the main highway you get zero road noise (and I’m a light sleeper). No issues with free wifi I was able to plug in my traveling chromecast and worked really well I was able to watch the NRL & Super League games. I did give feedback to the gentleman at reception on Sunday about adding in more PowerPoints to accomodate with more use of technology these days and people who use motels to work. Lucky I always carry a power-board with me. They have a basic continental breakfast for $12. I’m glad I returned and an ideal spot to stay at in Newcastle region especially for a roaming traveler like me as it’s a gateway to Nelson Bay, driving further north or south and not far from the Stockton, Newcastle and Maitland turn offs. I have pictures & video on my Google Review.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie, Upper Coomera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Mitchell

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service. Solid facilities, would book it again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024