See all properties

The Matador

4.0 star property
Motel in Sale with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for The Matador

Standard Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Interior detail
Property entrance
Reception
Free daily continental breakfast

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 6 of 6 rooms

View all photos for Deluxe King Room

Deluxe King Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe King Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

Standard Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Family Room

Family Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for One Bedroom Studio

One Bedroom Studio | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV

One Bedroom Studio

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Corporate Room

Corporate Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Corporate Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 27.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Twin Room

Twin Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Similar properties

Bar (on property)

Criterion Hotel Sale

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 306 reviews
Criterion Hotel Sale

About the neighborhood

Map
68-78 Raymond Street, Sale, VIC, 3810

What's nearby

  • The Wedge - Performing Arts Centre - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Gippsland Art Gallery - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Victoria Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Gippsland Centre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Central Gippsland Health - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Stratford Station - 13 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 164 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sporting Legends - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sale Greyhound Club - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pastry & Pieces - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Matador

Upscale motel
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a business center at The Matador. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • 1 meeting room, a banquet hall, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 54 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and mini fridges

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1970
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Thursday (7:30 AM - 7:00 PM) and Friday - Sunday (7:30 AM - 7:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

The Matador Sale
Hacienda Sale
The Matador Motel
The Matador Motel Sale

Frequently asked questions

Does The Matador have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Matador pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Matador?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Matador?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 11:00 AM–1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Matador?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Matador located?

Situated in Sale, this motel is 23 mi (37 km) from Ninety Mile Beach and 28.3 mi (45.5 km) from Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

The Matador Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 374 out of 707 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 267 out of 707 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 707 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 707 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 707 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel. Really lovely staff, spacious room, includes a nice breakfast with coffee, good location for restaurants and town access.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nadia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff and comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Value for money The place is great and stuff pleasant and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel in Sale. Clean and had everything we needed. Staff were lovely too.

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well layed out room ...clean and tidy with guest laundry. Easy walking distance to dinner options.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here a few times now and cannot go past it. Staff always friendly and helpful, rooms comfortable and the breakfast is such a bonus.

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Extremely comfortable and very friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked that they provide
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Bronte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff throughout property
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shintaro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay here. Really convenient location, the room was clean, the staff was friendly, breakfast was satisfying, and the overall atmosphere was enjoyable. Would love to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luigi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Supper friendly and knowledgeable staff. Large room and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, good bathroom and comfortable bed. They let us check in slightly early which was appreciated on a very hot day. The continental breakfast was more than adequate.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alistair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accommodation Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nothing not to like

One of the best country motels. Right in town, 2 blocks from the shopping centre and supermarket, over the road from the Port of Sale and great breakfast included in the price. There is nothing not to like
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Management of the hotel was excellent and extremely helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we had nice stay would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was great for an overnight stay. Staff were very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay great value with a nice breaky as well
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

warwick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was close to my work and staff are great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Caleb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reasonably priced hotel for a layover in Sale for family of 4. Staff were very friendly, continental breakfast was included ....new nespresso machine and generous spread of food. The hotel is a bit dated, but everything was reasonably clean. I will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location to stay for a friend’s birthday
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2024