Airport Motel Sir Francis Drake  

On the outskirts of Maitland in Heatherbrae, minutes from the city centre. Close to the Hunter Region Botanic Gardens and roughly 18 km from the University of Newcastle and about 20 km from the Stockton Sand Dunes. A handy base for exploring Newcastle and the wider Hunter region.

A compact mini-hotel with 40 air-conditioned rooms built for convenience. Rooms come with TVs, showers, refrigerators, microwaves, coffee/tea makers and work desks. The vibe: pared-back, practical and ready for road-trippers or short stays.

Seasonal outdoor pool and a spa centre to unwind. There’s a garden, a bar and an on-site restaurant, plus free self-parking and a tour desk. Laundry and press services are available, and an on-site doctor adds an extra layer of ease.

Business centre, conference facilities and meeting rooms on site, with express check-out and luggage storage for smooth departures. Complimentary wireless internet is available in public areas; in-room internet may incur a surcharge.

Bistro Nomad is the on-site fine-dining restaurant with a bar/lounge and limited room service hours. Continental breakfast is served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.