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The Matador

4.0 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this 4-star Sale motel

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A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, a staircase, a bookshelf, and a large portrait on the wall.
A swimming pool with a view of a building and palm trees at dusk.
A modern living room with grey sofas, a wine glass, and a bottle on a table.
A white building with two windows, a black gate, and a sign that says 'The Porcupine Place Welcome.'
A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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68-78 Raymond Street, Sale, VIC, 3810
  • Place, The Wedge - Performing Arts Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gippsland Centre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Victoria Park
    ‪10 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Twin Room

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)
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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
(46 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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)
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Corporate Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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)
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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

  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Sale

In Sale .You'll be 23 mi (37 km) from Ninety Mile Beach with a stay at this Sale motel.
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What's nearby

  • The Wedge - Performing Arts Centre - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Gippsland Art Gallery - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Gippsland Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Victoria Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Central Gippsland Health - 3 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
  • ‪The York Lounge & Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Criterion Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Star Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Matador

Enjoy free breakfast at this 4-star Sale motel
Public spaces have free WiFi. A business center and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is served daily. The Matador also features an outdoor pool and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Sale motel.

  • 54 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 1970
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Matador offers 54 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

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

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 fire extinguisher, 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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

How close is The Matador to the airport?

The Matador is 145.9 mi (164-min drive) away from the Melbourne Airport (MEL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Matador?

As of Jul 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Matador on Jul 17, 2026 start from $95, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Matador have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Matador.

Does The Matador offer free breakfast?

The Matador offers free continental breakfast on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Matador?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at The Matador?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Matador?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Matador have a pool?

The Matador features an outdoor pool.

Does The Matador have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Matador to downtown Sale?

The Matador is 0.7 mi away from Sale.

The Matador Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 434 out of 815 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 301 out of 815 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 815 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 815 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 815 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delicious generous breakfast, friendly and helpful staff, safe easy parking
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and close to town and the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anubhav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Open pool - quite cold weather around, but otherwise excellent place to stay and absolutely loved the hospitality, cleanliness, services, staff and yummy breakfasts.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Barry

Spacious room and great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff go above and beyond here. It’s great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good staff were good, bed was great.and breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DONNA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were helpful and friendly. Room was clean and comfortable. The breakfast included was very enjoyable. Overall a positive experience
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dihan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good access to all. Reasonably priced and good value. I'd rate better than my Airbnb experiences
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and made us feel welcome
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff clean walking distance to town
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, staff were attentive
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, and breakfast was an included bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Manhua Nikki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Nice stuff. Good every thing. Only not good is the back yard door made noise when wind blows at night.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel location with very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Plenty of space, great shower & a pretty good breakfast. Friendly, helpful staff, completed a great stay at the Matador.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious room with lots of storage space. Modern bathroom with nice smelling shampoo, conditioner and soap. Continental breakfast had the usuals but also bircher muesli, meat and cheese platter, variety of coffee pods
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the city centre and spacious breakfast area and clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jan

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

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was as expected. A good, safe, hotel choice.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Nadia

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

10/10 Excellent

Carol Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent stay. Suite very ckean and functional.Stall all very friendl. Wold stay adain
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, friendly staff, excellent breakfast, clean and well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Leonie

Breakfast was good Room a bit tired
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026