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The Matador

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

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Reception
Terrace/patio
Microwave
One Bedroom Studio | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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68-78 Raymond Street, Sale, VIC, 3810
  • Gippsland Art Gallery
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Victoria Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Gippsland Centre
    ‪9 min walk‬

Room options

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

Deluxe King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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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)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Corporate Room

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

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

Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Sale

In Sale .Stay at this Sale motel and you'll be within 32 miles (52 km) of Ninety Mile Beach and Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park.
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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

  • ‪Sale Greyhound Club - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack's Country Bakehouse Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Criterion Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Burrito Bar - ‬7 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 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Bar (on property)

Criterion Hotel Sale

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, 326 reviews
$73 nightly
The price is $81
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Total with taxes and fees
Criterion Hotel Sale

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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 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 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 Aug 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Matador on Aug 28, 2025 start from $89.18, excluding 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. 390 out of 735 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 273 out of 735 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 735 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 735 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 735 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

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

damian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Although room service was not an option from Hotel, a list of lio
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Fiona

Traveled with partner
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

Anurag

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luigi

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

10/10 Excellent

Sean

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

10/10 Excellent

Olukunle

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very neat and well presented.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Nadia

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our brief stay. was just what we needed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Allan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motel was well placed, room was very clean. Only downside was unallocated parking and parking spaces very narrow.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

rob

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Felt great in old school style well located Room was a good size with view over treed school grounds
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 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.

10/10 Excellent

Barbara-Anne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay - the pool was great and the motel within easy walking distance to a good range of eateries. The room was clean, well-appointed and dark for sleeping. Would have been good to have seats outside the room after a day of driving. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were so friendly and helpful. Made it a pleasure. This might sound silly, but in much more salubrious places we’ve stayed, there is only one chair. The Matador had two around the table, plus one at the desk! Too easy. One of us didn’t have to perch on the bed. Could do with a bit of a freshing up with paint work here and there but the bathroom and toiletries were super. Including “Who Gives A Crap” loo roll!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Bronte

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

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

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

Daniel

Traveled with family
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.