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Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake

4.0 star property
Maitland hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Exterior
Breakfast and dinner served
Twin Room, Accessible
Executive Family Room
Deluxe Family Room
At Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake, near University of Newcastle, enjoy a refreshing retreat. Stroll through the garden or take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool. With laundry facilities and luggage storage on hand, you'll feel right at home.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Free parking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Internet access

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Conference centre
  • Business centre
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room
  • Wedding services

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May

Room options

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Executive 2 Bedroom Family Room

Executive 2 Bedroom Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 5 Single Beds

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Executive Family Room

Executive Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

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Standard 2 Bedroom Family Room

Standard 2 Bedroom Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Twin Room

Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Twin Room, Accessible

Twin Room, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Honeymoon Studio Suite

Honeymoon Studio Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Family Room

Standard Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Family Room

Deluxe Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

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Executive Room + Spa

Executive Room + Spa

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin

Standard Twin

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Queen

Standard Queen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
2259 Pacific Highway, Heatherbrae, NSW, 2324

What's nearby

  • Hunter Region Botanic Gardens - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • University of Newcastle - 17 min drive - 18.8 km
  • John Hunter Hospital - 21 min drive - 23.4 km
  • Newcastle Showground - 22 min drive - 22.6 km
  • Newcastle Civic Theater - 25 min drive - 25.7 km

Getting around

  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 15 min drive
  • Hexham Station - 10 min drive
  • Tarro Station - 13 min drive
  • Beresfield Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Heatherbrae's Pies - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake

When visiting Maitland, Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake is a great choice to consider. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Bistro Nomad, which serves breakfast and dinner. A bar/lounge and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves. The helpful staff and spacious guest rooms get great marks from fellow travellers.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 40 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
    • Express check-out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open from Monday to Friday (7:00 AM to 9:00 PM), Saturday to Saturday (8:00 AM to 8:00 PM) and Sunday to Sunday (8:00 AM to 6:00 PM)
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • This property’s restaurant will be closed on Sunday nights and Monday mornings, and may be closed on some public holidays.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • WiFi in rooms*
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered on-site self-parking
    • On-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking (fees apply)
    • On-site parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 7:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room
  • Conference centre

Services

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Built in 1985
  • Garden
  • Television in common areas
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 30-inch TV

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Alarm clock
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • WiFi (surcharge)
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Bistro Nomad – This fine-dining restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guest rooms for AUD 20 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 12 to 30 for adults and AUD 12 to 30 for children
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Cots/infant beds are available for AUD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for AUD 25.0 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from October to May

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
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.

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake?

Yes, there's free self parking. Motorhome/coach/lorry parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake?

You can check in starting at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake and nearby?

Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake has a seasonal outdoor pool and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Bistro Nomad.

What's the area around Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake like?

Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake is in Heatherbrae, a short 20-minute walk from Hunter Region Botanic Gardens.

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Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Service staff
Highways
Parking
Location
Bed
Breakfast
View
Gardens

Reviews

8/10

Great - surprisingly quiet, considering it was right on the freeway.food was good, staff were very friendly
1-night trip

8/10

Great place to stay on our way to QLD it was very clean and quiet and suited our needs. Will definitely stay there again
1-night trip

10/10

Nice place to stay, friendly staff, I recommend the hotel to all people who want to explore Newcastle.
1-night trip

8/10

Clean spacious rooms, quiet and relaxing, great price being as we booked on new years eve
1-night trip

8/10

Nice place for a short stay.
1-night trip

10/10

Loved the spacious room and bathroom. Great dinning table and chairs. Excellent having breakfast bowls along with the toaster and other utensils.
1-night trip

6/10

Quite a noisy location being on the highway, ok for just one night.
1-night trip

10/10

The Motel was lovely and cosy with a Historic feel. The buildings had an "Old" style and fell but this was a good thing. Lovely courtyard with pool and spa. Definitely a place we will return to and stay again
1-night trip

8/10

Very convenient very clean
1-night trip

10/10

I will being staying there again .. the view we had was awesome
1-night trip

8/10

Room was large and spacious, had everything we required, gardens were beautiful, pool was lovely, food and service was great. O
2-night trip

10/10

Peaceful place we really love our stay there
1-night trip

10/10

Fantastic motel, everything was so convenient
2-night trip

6/10

Good staff ..rooms smell of smoking..road noise noisy. Restaurant food overcooked.
1-night trip

10/10

A great stop for us between Melbourne and Gold Coast. Staff were lovely, the grounds were very nice (albeit dry). We went into Raymond Terrace for dinner, easy to get back onto our journey. Highly recommend.
1-night trip

10/10

A beautiful swimming pool and also a farmland at the back
1-night trip

10/10

We have driven to Brisbane a number of times and never knew this place existed! Very affordable, large spacious rooms and, while some of the rooms are dated, the location and amenities are excellent for those using it as a stopover to Brisbane. Staff are lovely, very welcoming and we enjoyed our stay. There is a pool, which we didn’t use, and the gardens and grounds are nice. We will be staying there again.
1-night trip

10/10

Close to the highway, large rooms, great for families..we enjoyed our stay…def recommend..
1-night trip

6/10

The staff were friendly the parking was good but the motel room is a little bit dated needs a bit of refurbishment, Value for money very over priced for what it is
1-night trip

6/10

Stayed on the way back from Queensland and it was decent for the value.
1-night trip

10/10

Chick hotel next to hight. Convineit if you stop by the area
1-night trip

4/10

Beds were terrible. Other than that the accomodation and location were great.
1-night trip

8/10

Clise to highway, but very quiet
1-night trip

10/10

They were able to accommodate my late arrival from the airport. Very helpful 🙂
1-night trip

8/10

This was a good place to stay on a road trip with my family. Clean, comfortable and friendly staff. Would stay here again.
1-night trip