Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake

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Independent
8.2 (1885 reviews)
2259 Pacific Highway, Heatherbrae, New South Wales, 2324 , Heatherbrae , AU
61-2-49871444

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Facilities

Express check-out
Free WiFi
Garden
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Designated smoking area
Wheelchair accessible
Outdoor pool - seasonal
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Television in common areas
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and spacious rooms
Friendly staff
Cons:
Dated rooms
Inconsistent service in restaurant

Categories

Cleanliness
7.93
Generally clean, but noted areas needing attention.
Service
8.4
Staff were helpful and friendly, ensuring a positive experience.
Location
8.44
Convenient access to nearby attractions and amenities.
Room Quality
8.09
Spacious and comfortable rooms, though some were dated.
Amenities
8.22
Good facilities including a pool, though some areas were noted for improvement.
Value for Money
7.88
Reasonable for the overall stay but mentioned as overpriced by some.
Food and Beverage
8.33
Restaurant food was excellent and reasonably priced.
Overall Experience
8.3
Overall a pleasant stay with minor points for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 21:35

Property Description

Welcome to Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake, your perfect retreat in Maitland!

Recreational Bliss
Immerse yourself in relaxation with our seasonal outdoor pool and beautifully landscaped garden, offering a serene escape right at your fingertips.

Dining Delights
Savor exquisite culinary experiences at Bistro Nomad, our fine-dining restaurant with an elegant bar/lounge. Enjoy room service for a delightful meal in the comfort of your room.

Effortless Convenience
Business travelers will appreciate our well-equipped business center and meeting facilities, while complimentary Wi-Fi access keeps you connected throughout your stay.

Ready for an unforgettable experience? Book your stay at Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake today!

Important information:

  • 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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: NTL

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 1885 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.93
Service: 8.4
Location: 8.44
Room Quality: 8.09
Amenities: 8.22
Value for Money: 7.88
Food and Beverage: 8.33
Overall Experience: 8.3
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McConnell • couple • au
7
good location howere overal the complex was showing that it was tired
Pros:

location, value for money

Cons:

Room needed a good clean the doors back and front were very dirty

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Janine • couple • au
9
Love this motel have stayed there before.
Pros:

Rooms are very big and spacious, bed was comfortable.

Cons:

Cannot use streaming channels on the tv.

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • au
4
disappointed
Cons:

Room had torn curtains, was not very clean

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Brett • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

Size of our room was fantastic
Restaurant food was great
Very clean

Cons:

Everything was fantastic

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Beth • couple • au
9
Very happy with location and spaciousness.
Pros:

Great location and restaurant on site is good.

Cons:

Some of the furnishings are aging.

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Moore • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Judith • solo_traveller • au
9
Enjoyed
Pros:

The location.

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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amanda • couple • au
7
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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David • extended_group • au
10
Excellent
Pros:

very clean

Cons:

nothing

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Cam • extended_group • au
8
A comfortable stay in a very good location.
Pros:

Very comfortable and good value for money.

Cons:

Sooner or later the place and rooms will need some love & attention to modernise. Not much change since when I stayed 20yrs ago. Very neat & tidy place though.

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Craig • solo_traveller • au
10
Happily returning for the second time!
Pros:

Clean, great staff and excellent breakfast

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Jully-Ann Nomawethu • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

Clean just what we needed.

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Alan • couple • au
7
Average
Cons:

No body lotion, no conditioner, fan rattles badly, shower curtain a disgrace

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Alison • family_with_children • au
10
2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Rhonda • couple • au
9
2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Al • solo_traveller • au
10
Will stay at this location again.
Pros:

Perfect for an overnight stay on a big drive

Cons:

All was good

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Jade • couple • au
3
Overnight stop over for our travels. Stayed here just for the night between travels, I probably would not stay here agai
Pros:

Close to highway access if you're travelling

Cons:

Outdated, dusty apartment. Smelt damp when we entered. The bathroom curtain had dust clearly visible...we wouldn't be staying here again.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Murray • family_with_children • au
8
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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tracey • couple • au
8
Comfortable and great stopover
Pros:

Comfortable and good location

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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A and J in Bundy • couple • au
7
Satisfactory for our needs ( a one off visit to Heatherbrae)
Pros:

We were given a very spacious room with comfortable bed

Cons:

Room was a bit “ tired”. Could use a lick of paint in a few spots. Bathroom towel rail and toilet roll holder need fixing. Could hear occupants in the next room.

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee