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Executive Room + Spa

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Deluxe Family Room

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

Twin Room, Accessible

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Twin Room

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Executive 2 Bedroom Family Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Standard Family Room

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Hotel Description

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Hunter Region Botanic Gardens. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a restaurant.

  • Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
  • Free self-parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Full breakfast served weekdays for a fee
  • WiFi for a fee
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a business centre, a meeting room and a conference centre
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the cleanliness and spaciousness
  • 11.3 mi (18.1 km) from University of Newcastle and 12.4 mi (19.9 km) from Stockton Sand Dunes

About the Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake

Location 2259 Pacific Highway, Heatherbrae, NSW 2324

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre and a meeting room are available. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake also features a seasonal outdoor pool, a garden, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Maitland hotel.

  • 1 floor
  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1985
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

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

Parking

Free self parking , RV, bus, truck parking

Transport

  • Train station: Hexham Station (9.9 km / 6.2 mi)
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. In-room wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • Television
  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hairdryer
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout curtains
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Wardrobe or cupboard

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

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 Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 8 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open during the following times:

  • Monday-Friday: 7:00 AM-9:00 PM
  • Saturday-Sunday: 8:00 AM-8:00 PM
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM, please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. 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.

This property's front desk is open during the following times:

  • Monday - Friday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Saturday - Sunday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests arriving after 8:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

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

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

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.

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.

  • 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 is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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

You should know

  • The seasonal pool will open in October and close in May.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
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