The Matador

Property class: 4
Sale motel with outdoor pool and conference center

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The Matador is a great choice for a stay in Sale. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • Air conditioning
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free self parking
The current price is $95
$105 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a dining table, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(48 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with a view of trees.

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk, and a chair.

Deluxe King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Corporate Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A compact living space with a sofa, a coffee table, a kitchenette, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

One Bedroom Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a round table with a remote control and a wine bottle, a wall-mounted light fixture, and a bathroom with a round mirror and a white sink.

Premium Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • The Wedge - Performing Arts Centre - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Gippsland Art Gallery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Gippsland Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Victoria Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Central Gippsland Health - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 164 min drive
  • Stratford Station - 13 min drive
  • Rosedale Station - 20 min drive
  • Sale Station - 21 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack Ryan's Irish Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Star Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The York Lounge & Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Muffin Break - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Matador

  • The Matador is a great choice for a stay in Sale. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 54 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability

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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • One child (6 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

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

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room
  • Conference center

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 4 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1970
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • High pile carpet in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1 percent

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

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.

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.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Cashless transactions are available.

Property class

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

Also known as

The Matador Sale

Hacienda Sale

The Matador Motel

The Matador Motel Sale

Frequently asked questions

Does The Matador offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Matador does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Matador?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Matador?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Matador?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Matador?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Matador and nearby?

The Matador has an outdoor pool.

What's the area around The Matador like?

The Matador is a short 6-minute walk from Gippsland Centre and 8 minutes' walk from Victoria Park. Travelers say that the motel is in a great location.

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Reviews

The Matador Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, plentiful, and with a good selection of options. (73 reviews)
  • The hotel offers a convenient location with easy access to various dining options and a continental breakfast is provided. (13 reviews)
  • Parking was easily accessible and convenient for guests. (10 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, well laid out property. Nice simple breakfast, everything was fresh.
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8/10 Very good

Very clean and comfortable motel. I would definitely recommend, and would stay there again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Reception very welcoming.King room had been refurbished. Continental breakfast good selection.Was handy to main shopping centre.
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8/10 Very good

A great friendly place to stay. Friendly staff very helpful
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice renovated rooms,walking distance to shops,free breaky is a bonus,would reccommend. Only problem was paper thin walls,could here next door coughing,and even shower running
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10/10 Exceptional

Delicious generous breakfast, friendly and helpful staff, safe easy parking
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10/10 Exceptional

Open pool - quite cold weather around, but otherwise excellent place to stay and absolutely loved the hospitality, cleanliness, services, staff and yummy breakfasts.
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8/10 Very good

The receptionist was friendly and helpful. We had a ground-floor room, which was clean and well-maintained. Parking was available right in front of our room, making it easy to unload our luggage. The breakfast was continental and plentiful.
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10/10 Exceptional

It was good staff were good, bed was great.and breakfast was great
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff clean walking distance to town
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8/10 Very good

The staff were very friendly and made us feel welcome
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel location with very friendly staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were helpful and friendly. Room was clean and comfortable. The breakfast included was very enjoyable. Overall a positive experience
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10/10 Exceptional

The newly renovated king apartment was far beyond my expectations. Beautiful furnishings and well designed. The included continental was also great. Very friendly and helpful staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff go above and beyond here. It’s great.
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8/10 Very good

Clean, staff were attentive
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8/10 Very good

Lovely staff and comfortable stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

Convenient location, friendly staff, excellent breakfast, clean and well maintained.
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10/10 Exceptional

I have stayed here a couple of times now and both have been great. Friendly staff, easy check in, clean rooms and great value. Thank you!
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10/10 Exceptional

Plenty of space, great shower & a pretty good breakfast. Friendly, helpful staff, completed a great stay at the Matador.
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10/10 Exceptional

The Matador Motel is my motel of choice in Sale. I’ve stayed here a couple of times and both stays have been great. It’s quiet, very spacious, and excellent value for money. The rooms are clean and comfortable, making it an easy, stress-free stay. I’d happily stay here again and would definitely recommend it.
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8/10 Very good

Good location. Nice stuff. Good every thing. Only not good is the back yard door made noise when wind blows at night.
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel. Really lovely staff, spacious room, includes a nice breakfast with coffee, good location for restaurants and town access.
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8/10 Very good

Everything was as expected. A good, safe, hotel choice.
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8/10 Very good

Stay was very comfortable enjoyed the complimentary breakfast