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The Matador

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

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Standard Room | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Reception
One Bedroom Studio | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV
Microwave
Terrace/patio
The Matador offers comfort and convenience with a continental breakfast and sun-lined outdoor pool. Guests can use in-room WiFi, on-site laundry, and the business center. Visitors praise the attentive staff and strategic location.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Twin Room | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Family Room | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Deluxe King Room | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Corporate Room | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Corporate Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

One Bedroom Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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
  • Sale Common Nature Conservation Reserve - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Sale Station - 3 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 164 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack's Country Bakehouse Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Criterion Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Burrito Bar - ‬7 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 along 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

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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
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • 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 daily from 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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

Front desk (limited hours)

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. Sale Station is 21 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

The Matador Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 397 out of 745 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 276 out of 745 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 745 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 745 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 745 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Matador was well kept and clean. Staff were friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antony

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

Great place and good value!

The Matador is a great place to stay in Sale. The staff are very friendly, the room was spotless and the breakfast was great! It’s very good value too. Thank you for another lovely stay. Antony and Yvonne
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

BENBO

The room is ok and good for the price point.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 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

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

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Moira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great location and the room was spacious and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

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

8/10 Good

Pauline

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

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Agnes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable rooms and great service

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place to stay & the staff were brillant we would happily recommend it the place to stay in Sale.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Sushant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its a nice property with ample parking and excellemt staff and service.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

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

6/10 Okay

Tim

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is well located in Sale . The bed was very comfortable and good parking. On the downside the room was cold with the heating noisy and not very effective. The TV remote did not work with the television in the bedroom and there was a lot of mould on the ceiling in the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was quite enjoyable, would like to have access to cooked breakfast, otherwise clean quiet and pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Ioannis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A fan in the bathroom would be good. There was a long hair (thankfully from a head) on the bedsheet, that wasn't mine. :-/
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff breakfast included
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was awesome for what we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in and housekeeping staff welcoming and friendly. Room clean and well equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice location. Great condition of my room. Easy access to Sale high street. Amazing curry restaurant across the road. Would stay again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had to arrive a little earlier than the check-in time and the staff were accommodating, my room was ready. Beautiful place , i highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Theresa

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff, the place is dated however
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

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