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The Matador

4.0 star property
Sale motel with outdoor pool and conference centre

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Standard Room
Microwave
One Bedroom Studio | Living area
Reception
Terrace/patio
Immerse yourself in the upscale charm of The Matador, where a delicious continental breakfast and an outdoor pool with sun loungers await. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, use the laundry facilities or business center to get work done. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff and convenient location.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking

Main amenities (8)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Conference centre
  • Business centre
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room
  • Luggage storage
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is NZ$155
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul

Room options

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Deluxe King Room

Deluxe King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Family Room

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 curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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One Bedroom Studio | Living area

One Bedroom Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Corporate Room

Corporate Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Twin Room

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • The Wedge - Performing Arts Centre - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Gippsland Art Gallery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Victoria Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Gippsland Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Sale Common Nature Conservation Reserve - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sporting Legends - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sale Greyhound Club - ‬3 min drive
  • Jack's Country Bakehouse Cafe
  • ‪Pastry & Pieces - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Matador

Enjoy your visit to Sale with a stay at The Matador. 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 travellers love the helpful staff and breakfast.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 54 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are 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
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 1 per cent 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
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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
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Children

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

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • No stag or hen 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

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room
  • Conference centre

Services

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

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

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Mini fridge

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 per cent

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and hen parties.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's 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.

National rating

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 that you 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, but service animals are welcome.

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 social distancing 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 1-minute walk from The Wedge - Performing Arts Centre and 6 minutes' walk from Gippsland Centre. Travellers say that the motel is in a great location.

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The Matador Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast selection was a nice surprise and a great bonus, with many guests finding it more than adequate. (29 reviews)
  • The property's location offers easy walking access to numerous dining options and a free breakfast. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10

Lovely staff and comfortable stay.
1-night trip

8/10

Great little hotel in Sale. Clean and had everything we needed. Staff were lovely too.

10/10

Enjoyed our brief stay. was just what we needed
1-night trip

10/10

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

Felt great in old school style well located Room was a good size with view over treed school grounds
1-night trip

10/10

Motel was well placed, room was very clean. Only downside was unallocated parking and parking spaces very narrow.
1-night trip

8/10

Friendly staff throughout property
4-night trip

10/10

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.
1-night trip

10/10

Excellent accommodation Great breakfast
1-night trip

10/10

Supper friendly and knowledgeable staff. Large room and very clean.
1-night trip

8/10

we had nice stay would stay again
1-night trip

10/10

Management of the hotel was excellent and extremely helpful
1-night trip

10/10

A great place to stay great value with a nice breaky as well
1-night trip

8/10

Was great for an overnight stay. Staff were very friendly and helpful
1-night trip

10/10

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
2-night trip

10/10

It was close to my work and staff are great
1-night trip

10/10

Really well worth staying here
2-night trip

8/10

Great spot
2-night trip

10/10

Although room service was not an option from Hotel, a list of lio
1-night trip

8/10

Great location to stay for a friend’s birthday
1-night trip

8/10

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.
1-night trip

10/10

Definitely stay again
1-night trip

10/10

Good place to stay
1-night trip

10/10

Nice place
1-night trip

8/10

Stay was very comfortable enjoyed the complimentary breakfast
2-night trip