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Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake

4.0 star property
Upscale Maitland hotel in Heatherbrae with free parking
your current months are June, 2024 and July, 2024.
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Exterior
Breakfast and dinner served
Executive 2 Bedroom Family Room
Business centre
Reception
Reviews
8.4

Very good

The price is NZ$156
Price available on 19/7/2024

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Parking included
  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Housekeeping
    HousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Room service
    Room serviceRoom service

Check-in time

2:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

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

ExperimentalCarousel

8/10 Good

Easy quick check in. Pleasant staff. Huge room. Clean
Katrina
Jun 7, 2024
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Room options

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Executive 2 Bedroom Family Room

Executive 2 Bedroom Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Single Beds

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Executive Family Room

Executive Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard 2 Bedroom Family Room

Standard 2 Bedroom Family Room

Highlights

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

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Standard Family Room

Standard Family Room

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Family Room

Deluxe Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Executive Room + Spa

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin

Standard Twin

Highlights

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

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About the area

Maitland

Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake is located in Heatherbrae, a neighbourhood 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 match 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 centre.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), motorhome/coach/lorry parking and express check-out
  • A TV in reception, luggage storage and wedding services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake have comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to Guest reviews highly rate the size rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cots/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with hairdryers
  • Fridges, 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 transport

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

Food and drink

  • Weekday full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: AUD 10 to 25 for adults and AUD 10 to 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bistro Nomad

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre
  • 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.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Built in 1985
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Floor

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 30-inch TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • 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
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.
Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per stay

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately AUD 10 to 25 for adults and AUD 10 to 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 any lifts
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

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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 to 8:00 PM.

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

As of 22 Jun 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake on 19 Jul 2024 start from NZ$156.30, 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?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout 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. 312 out of 739 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 284 out of 739 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 739 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 739 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 739 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy quick check in. Pleasant staff. Huge room. Clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Celeste

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

6/10 Okay

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness
Older style motel with huge pool
We’ve stayed here many times because we like the spaciousness and the large pool. It is dated though but very clean. The grass area around the pool and all the gardens was over grown and it also was when we were there 2 months prior.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 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

Adam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet location, spacious room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

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