Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake

Property class: 4

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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.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is £82
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov

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A hotel room with a brick wall, a large bed with white and black bedding, a red armchair, a wooden coffee table, and a desk with a lamp.

Standard Queen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(74 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a dining area, and a brick wall.

Standard Twin

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 474 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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A hotel room with a brick wall, a large bed with white and brown bedding, a red sofa, a small table, and a chair.

Executive Room + Spa

  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a view of the outdoors.

Standard Family Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Standard 2 Bedroom Family Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 635 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

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A hotel room with a brick-patterned wall, a bed with white linens, a black leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, a white desk with a microwave, and a framed picture on the wall.

Deluxe 2 Bedroom Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Superior 2 Bedroom Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a brick wall, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a bed with two pillows.

Executive 2 Bedroom Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 5 Single Beds

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A four-poster bed with a canopy, a bedside table, a lamp, and a brick-patterned wall.

Honeymoon Studio Suite

  • Garden view
  • 635 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. The room has brick walls and wooden flooring.

Double Queen Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 474 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 474 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Located in Heatherbrae, a neighbourhood in Maitland, Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake 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. Visit our Maitland travel guide
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2259 Pacific Highway, Heatherbrae, NSW, 2324

What's nearby

  • A calm lake with a curved path, green grass, trees, and residential buildings in the background.
    Foreshore Park
    27 min drive - 16.9 miles
  • A coastal landscape with a lighthouse on a rocky outcrop, sandy beach, and ocean waves.
    Nobbys Head Beach
    30 min drive - 18.1 miles
  • Hunter Region Botanic Gardens
    2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • University of Newcastle
    11 min drive - 10.5 miles
  • Newcastle Civic Theater
    26 min drive - 16.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • OPR Cafe
    6 min drive
  • Lakeside Tavern
    6 min drive
  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • McDonald's
    9 min drive
  • McDonald's
    3 min walk

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
    • Continental breakfast (surcharge), motorhome/coach/lorry parking and express check-out
    • 1 meeting room, wedding services and laundry 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 cleanliness, size rooms at the property.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with hairdryers
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and microwaves

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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 29 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake on 31 Oct 2026 start from £82, 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, 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 begins at 2 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 within 12 mi (20 km) of University of Newcastle, Newcastle Showground and Stockton Sand Dunes. John Hunter Hospital and Newcastle Civic Park are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 419 out of 957 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 357 out of 957 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 957 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 957 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 957 reviews

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8/10 Good

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Clean and tidy, comfortable accommodation, a bit dated but still a good accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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Very efficient and fast check-in. Huge room. Good shower
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Spacious clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved the family room
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were really friendly and it is a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, nice and quiet and lovely restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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We have stayed here a few times and the bed is very comfy. All facilities are great. We enjoy our stays here to catch up with family.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

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Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

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Good check in, parking at door.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

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A nice clean comfortable spacious motel with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful hotel. Nice staff. Excellent location!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Always a good quiet stay on a sprawling property which includes restaurant. Great stop off from driving or between places to visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice big room, well anointed, clean, good bed and facilities, looked like nice pool raining at time of stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Peaceful place we really love our stay there
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

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Easy to find, just off the motorway. Was great to have a restaurant there, lovey food.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Close to the highway, large rooms, great for families..we enjoyed our stay…def recommend..
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

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Great place to stay on our way to QLD it was very clean and quiet and suited our needs. Will definitely stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice place to stay, friendly staff, I recommend the hotel to all people who want to explore Newcastle.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Very pleasant, helpful staff and large clean room. Had an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

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Great getaway to relax as a stopover
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Large room great location quiet area to break up the trip to Qld
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely and clean,pleasant staff,food was delicious and room very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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8/10 Good

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Great place for an overnight stopover comfy bed and staff are very pleasing we stop here on all our journeys to and from Qld to Melbourne
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

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A/C kept the room cool.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We arrived mid-evening at the end of a 14 hour drive. The welcome was great, the room large and comfortable, the bar and restaurant better than you might expect.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025