Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake

4.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, in the vicinity of University of Newcastle

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Exterior
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Breakfast and dinner served
Breakfast and dinner served
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The price is P4,926
P5,462 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9

Room options

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Executive 2 Bedroom Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Jetted bathtub
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Twin Beds

Executive Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Jetted bathtub
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

Standard 2 Bedroom Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Twin Room, Accessible

Highlights

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

Honeymoon Studio Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Jetted bathtub
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Family Room

Highlights

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

Deluxe Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Executive Room + Spa

Highlights

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

Standard Twin

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Queen

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
2259 Pacific Highway, Heatherbrae, NSW, 2324

What's nearby

  • Hunter Region Botanic Gardens - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • University of Newcastle - 18 min drive - 18.2 km
  • John Hunter Hospital - 19 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Newcastle Showground - 19 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Newcastle Civic Theater - 35 min drive - 38.0 km

Getting around

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

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
  • 1 meeting room, wedding services, and laundry services
  • 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 clean, spacious rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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
  • 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

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1985
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch TV

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • 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 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
This property’s restaurant will be closed on Sunday nights and Monday mornings, and may be closed on some public holidays.
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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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)

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

Property is 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
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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 Dec 3, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake on Dec 8, 2024 start from P 4,926.46, excluding 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, pets are not allowed at this 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. 340 out of 803 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 308 out of 803 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 803 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 803 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 803 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

4/10 Poor

Angie

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Was a convenient stop on the way home, beds were clean and comfortable furniture and blanked on couch dated it had a real old person smell that took me a bit to get use to, carpet was terrible I kept my shoes on. Lovely gardens and pool area potential to be a nice stop.

8/10 Good

kerrie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
You can see this property in its hey day would have been pretty spectacular. It has so much potential. A bit run down and unloved now, but did the job for our 1 night.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Thao

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property with great staff. Very clean and large comfortable rooms. We have stayed there often and were always very pleased.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Huge property along the main road in Heatherbrae, with a cafe and restaurant and great room to park on site. Room was well laid out with plenty of space to move - was clean and tidy, though it had seen better days, but was good value a very welcome surprise for my overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Aaron

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

6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Quite comfortable but very dirty in parts. Very worn and tired and expected a bit more for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable clean quiet large room with dining table and desk. Included a restaurant and was close to my place of work, The Tomago Aluminium Smelter. Lighting was not so good. A bit on the dark side.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

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

6/10 Okay

Sudip

Traveled with family
Stayed on the way back from Queensland and it was decent for the value.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place for a sleepover
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Edmund

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good = Bed, soft Room = tired
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Anne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel but no well displayed needs more lighting got lost
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Despite contact as to arrival I was treated as an interloper when I arrived. Little directions given eg drive around the front or the back? Other motels often have the lights on in your room and during winter the AC on, not here.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location to where I was working
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Carleen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking at the door. Clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Comfortable motel room. Block out curtains in room needed cleaning.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rodney

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Have stayed here a number of times before. It would be good by now to have a Smart TV with associated streaming services.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We strayed here before amd liked the charm of the building
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good
Suited our needs.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024