Sir Francis Drake
Sir Francis Drake
Sir Francis Drake, located in Heatherbrae, offers a seasonal outdoor pool. The property occupies 5 acres of landscaped grounds and features conference rooms and free on-site parking. All rooms include a dining area, tea/coffee making facilities, and garden views. Each room has a private bathroom with a shower and hairdryer, and some rooms include a spa bath. Muree Golf Club is 4.3 mi from the property, and Hunter Valley is a 45-minute drive from Sir Francis Drake. Newcastle Airport is 6.2 mi away. The fully licensed Restaurant Bistro Nomad serves delicious meals, including T-Bone steak, grilled barramundi, lamb cutlets, seafood platters, and a variety of Australian à la carte dishes six nights a week. Please note, it is closed on Sundays. Breakfast is available for cooked or continental options from Tuesday to Sunday. Restaurant may be closed on public holidays. For more information, please contact the motel.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Restaurant
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
Angela
Australia“Great location, spotless , great value , large rooms”- Elaine Australia“This is the third time we have stayed at the Sir Francis. It suits us very well for our trips. The rooms are much larger than the normal and as comfortable as you need them to be for a night. Cleanliness is great and staff are very friendly. ...”
Holmes Australia“The room was large and very clean. The staff were excellent.”- Anthony
United States of America“It is a great option for a traveling family as there are rooms with multiple beds, dining table, microwave and fridge etc in room. Also when choosing the family room there is a second door (suite) to have the younger kids hit the hay early.” 
Jim Australia“The convenience to the highway and the restaurant onsite.”
Leith Australia“Excellent disabled facilities. The cripples room was the closest to both reception and the restaurant. Lovely meal at the restaurant. I had a taste of the steak and it's one of the best ever. Poor waitress. Her first night so she was still...”
David Australia“Great rooms, very clean, & pool was inviting. Food in the restaurant was great.”
Lucy
Switzerland“by far the best motel we stayed in Australia. Nice and very spacious rooms and huge parking per room directly in front of the room. Beautiful garden and pool area, the garden is really big and incredible. Very peaceful and the rooms are quiet too”
Penelope Australia“Location suited us on our way from Sydney to Coffs Harbour. Great size room, clean and spacious, comfortable bed. Easy parking at the door, restaurant on site with a good evening meal.”
Uma Australia“Everything is excellent and we enjoyed stay at this hotel”
Area info
Restaurants1 Restaurant On Site
- Bistro Nomad
- CuisineAustralian
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly
Amenities of Sir Francis DrakeGreat facilities! Review score, 8
Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Restaurant
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
View
- Garden view
Outdoors
- BBQ facilitiesAdditional charge
- Garden
Kitchen
- Dining table
- Toaster
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Kitchenette
Living Area
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Sitting area
- Desk
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Telephone
- TV
Food & Drink
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Bar
- Tea/Coffee maker
InternetWifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Fax/PhotocopyingAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
General
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Tile/Marble floor
- Heating
- Carpeted
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
Accessibility
- Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming poolFree!
- Seasonal
Spa
- Spa facilities
- Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
- English
House rulesSir Francis Drake takes special requests – add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
Please note that there is a 3% charge when you pay with an American Express or Diners Club credit card.
Please note for bookings of 5 or more rooms, different policies and procedures may apply. For further information please contact the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.
You can request a room with paddock views by contacting the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. Please note that these rooms are not guaranteed and will be confirmed upon arrival, subject to availability.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
FAQs about Sir Francis Drake
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Yes, Sir Francis Drake is popular with guests booking family stays.
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The prices at Sir Francis Drake may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Guests staying at Sir Francis Drake can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.8).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Buffet
- À la carte
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Sir Francis Drake offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Spa facilities
- Swimming pool
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Room options at Sir Francis Drake include:
- Double
- Twin
- Family
- Suite
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Sir Francis Drake has 1 restaurant:
- Bistro Nomad
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Check-in at Sir Francis Drake is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
