Sir Francis Drake Motel Heatherbrae, Heatherbrae ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

2259 Pacific Highway, Heatherbrae, Australia, 2324

The Sir Francis Drake is a 3-star hotel featuring spacious accommodations and landscaped grounds in Heatherbrae. Notable amenities include an outdoor pool, a fine-dining restaurant called Flames and Flavour, and business facilities for conferences and events.

Rooms & Amenities

Sir Francis Drake offers 40 air-conditioned rooms fitted with flat-screen TVs, refrigerators, and microwaves. Many rooms include private bathrooms with showers and hairdryers, while select units feature seating areas and garden views.

Dining Options

Dining options include the onsite Flames and Flavour restaurant, which provides a fine-dining experience. Breakfast is served Tuesday through Sunday, and takeaway options are available for guests on the go.

Leisure & Business

The hotel features an outdoor pool and landscaped gardens for visitors to enjoy. Business facilities are also available, including three conference rooms suitable for various events, accommodating up to 100 guests.

Services & Location

Sir Francis Drake provides convenient services including complimentary WiFi, laundry facilities, and parking for trailers and buses. The hotel is situated along the Pacific Highway, making it accessible for travelers visiting Newcastle, Maitland, and Port Stephens.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Queen Room

Max:

2 persons

39 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Garden view

Shower

Heating

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Guest Room

Max:

3 persons

44 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Garden view

Shower

Heating

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Family Two-Bedroom Room

Max:

5 persons

59 m²

Bed options:

3 Single beds

Garden view

Shower

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Getting around

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City Center

Heatherbrae3300 ft

Airports

Williamtown (NTL) 10.4 mi

Train

East Maitland 8.6 mi

Hamilton 9.1 mi

What our guests says about facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Proper Shower Experience

I was pleasantly surprised by the bathroom amenities. The water pressure was reminiscent of the good old days, providing a proper shower without any limitations. It made for a refreshing experience during my stay.

William. USA, 2024-03-12Read full review on

Spacious and Comfortable

The room I stayed in was impressively spacious, offering both front and rear access, making it easy to enjoy the pool area. The comfy bed and clean environment made my overnight stay very enjoyable.

Patrick. UK, 2024-04-26Read full review on

Delicious Dining Options

Although I didn't eat on-site, I heard from friends about the fantastic food at the restaurant. It was great knowing that a high-quality dining option was so conveniently available for guests.

Craig. Canada, 2024-05-15Read full review on

Easy Parking Access

I loved the convenience of parking right at my door. The oversized car spaces were easy to navigate, giving me peace of mind that my vehicle was secure throughout my stay.

Doris. Australia, 2024-06-09Read full review on

What’s included

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Parking
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Seasonal outdoor pool
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Spa center

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

2259 Pacific Highway, Heatherbrae, Australia, 2324

Map view

2259 Pacific Highway, Heatherbrae, Australia, 2324

City landmarks

Garden

Hunter Region Botanic Gardens

4800 ft

1 Sketchley St

Bettles Park

1.8 mi

1 Sketchley St

Sketchley Cottage & Museum

1.8 mi

Sketchley Pioneer Cottage

1.8 mi

4 Hunter St

Riverside Park

2.2 mi

Mall

Centro Raymond Terrace

2.1 mi

Mall

Raymond Terrace Marketplace

2.3 mi

Scotty's Cinema Centre

2.3 mi

Tomago House

2.8 mi

Nearby

Garden

Hunter Region Botanic Gardens

0 ft

Restaurants

McDonald's

300 ft

Cnr Pacific Highway & Hank Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

68%

liked the hotel and would stay again

6.8/10

Nice

Rooms

8.0

Location

8.0

Service

6.7

Dining

5.0

Arthur

United Kingdom, November 2023

6.6/10

The hotel rooms were quite comfortable, well-appointed, and clean, although missing a clock radio for wake up calls. The view over the paddocks was a nice touch. The location had character but needed better upkeep and cleanliness. The dining experience was average with limited choices, and the breakfast lacked variety.

Rooms

8.0

The room was clean, comfortable, and well-appointed with a nice view over the paddocks.

Service

6.0

The service was decent, but some staff members seemed disinterested, especially during check-in.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location had character and was quiet despite being on the main road, but it needed better maintenance.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were limited, and breakfast lacked variety.

Facilities

7.0

Albert

United Kingdom, November 2023

7.2/10

The hotel offers a great bed for a good night's sleep and a refreshing pool for hot days, along with complimentary breakfast. While it could use a bit of updating for a more appealing look, it's a decent stay overall.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are clean and comfortable, perfect for a cozy stay. The price is reasonable for what you get.

Service

7.0

Check-in was easy with helpful staff, and they even arranged an alternative restaurant for us, which was a nice touch. However, they could improve on providing basic information like bus schedules.

Location

8.0

The hotel is conveniently located on the highway, making it easy to access. It's close to Ringwood Park motorsport complex and Raymond Terrace, ideal for our trips. However, the busy Pacific Hwy can be a bit noisy for a stroll.

Dining

6.0

The dining options are limited, with only cold choices available in the tariff. It may not be the most exciting, but there are more energetic dining spots around.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel has a pool for a refreshing swim on hot days, which is a nice feature. However, it could benefit from more dining variety or upgrades to its facilities.

Simon

United Kingdom, September 2023

6.8/10

The hotel offers generously sized rooms with a clean and spacious bathroom, though noise from the nearby highway may be an issue. The views over farmlands at the back are quite pleasant. The staff is friendly and accommodating, but the slight uncleanliness due to the carpet's condition is noticeable. The location is convenient for travelers and families, with easy access to the pool. Dining options were disappointing, and there is no breakfast included in the stay.

Rooms

8.0

I loved the huge rooms, and the bathroom was very clean and large.

Service

7.0

The staff were friendly and always smiling, making our stay enjoyable.

Location

9.0

The location is brilliant, especially for quick check-out and spacious rooms, but there's no breakfast included.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was disappointing, and no breakfast was provided.