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Executive Room + Spa
55 square metres
1 Queen Bed
(Extra beds available: Cot)
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Other room types
Twin Room
44 square metres
2 Queen Beds
(Extra beds available: Cot)
Room sleeps 4 guests
(up to 3 children)
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Deluxe Family Room
2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed
(Extra beds available: Cot)
Room sleeps 5 guests
(up to 4 children)
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Standard Twin
44 square metres
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
(Extra beds available: Cot)
Room sleeps 3 guests
(up to 2 children)
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Executive 2 Bedroom Family Room
1 King Bed and 4 Twin Beds
(Extra beds available: Cot)
Room sleeps 6 guests
(up to 5 children)
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Standard Queen
39 square metres
1 Queen Bed
(Extra beds available: Cot)
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Standard 2 Bedroom Family Room
59 square metres
1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds
(Extra beds available: Cot)
Room sleeps 5 guests
(up to 4 children)
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Executive Family Room
1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed
(Extra beds available: Cot)
Room sleeps 5 guests
(up to 4 children)
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Standard Family Room
1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
(Extra beds available: Cot)
Room sleeps 4 guests
(up to 3 children)
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Honeymoon Studio Suite
59 square metres
1 Queen Bed
(Extra beds available: Cot)
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Twin Room, Accessible
44 square metres
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
(Extra beds available: Cot)
Room sleeps 3 guests
(up to 2 children)
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Get an overview of this hotel
Hotel with free parking, in the vicinity of University of Newcastle

Popular property highlights

Free self parking
Free WiFi
Business centre
Laundry facilities

With a stay at Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake in Maitland, you'll be 11.3 mi (18.1 km) from University of Newcastle and 12.4 mi (19.9 km) from Stockton Sand Dunes. This hotel is 12.6 mi (20.3 km) from Newcastle Showground and 12.7 mi (20.4 km) from John Hunter Hospital.

Make yourself at home in one of the 40 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Wireless internet access (surcharge) is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.

Enjoy recreation amenities such as a seasonal outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and a television in a common area.

Grab a bite to eat at Bistro Nomad, a fine-dining restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and luggage storage. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.

Languages spoken

  • English

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Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake

2259 Pacific Highway, Heatherbrae, NSW 2324

Hotel Amenities

Hotel Amenities

  • Total number of rooms - 40
  • Number of floors - 1
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Television in common areas
  • Garden
  • Business centre
  • Express check-out
  • Outdoor seasonal pool
  • Wedding services
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Free WiFi
  • Year Built – 1985
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Number of meeting rooms - 1
  • RV, bus, truck parking
  • Conference centre
  • Free self parking
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Luggage storage
  • Banquet hall
  • Uncovered parking
  • Off-street parking
  • Wheelchair accessible: No
  • No accessible shuttle

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Chinese (Mandarin)

Parking

Free self parking , RV, bus, truck parking

Room Amenities

Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. In-room wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Air conditioning
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Television
  • Alarm clock
  • Fridge
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Phone
  • Private bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Desk
  • Microwave
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • WiFi (surcharge)
  • TV size 30
  • TV size (measurement) inch
  • Heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Towels provided
  • Linens provided
  • Toaster
  • Number of bathrooms: 1
  • Number of beds 2
  • Wardrobe

Where to Eat

Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM on weekdays.

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

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Nearby Things to do

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Minimum check-in age is: 18

Check-in time ends at 8 PM

Check-out

Check-out time is 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets not allowed

You need to know

Please note that dinner may not be served on Sunday evenings. Also, breakfast is not served on Monday mornings.

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and cash.

No cots (infant beds) available

No lifts

Debit cards not accepted

Staffed front desk

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Staff wear personal protective equipment

Protective clothing is not available for guests

No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser

Social distancing measures are in place

Contactless check-in is not available

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly

Temperature checks are not available to guests

Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Contactless check-out is available

Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association

Fees

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.

Hotel Names

  • 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

We should mention

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.

Contactless check-out is available.

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