The Matador

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

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Standard Room
Reception
One Bedroom Studio | Living area
Terrace/patio
Microwave

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov

Explore the area

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

Room options

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 curtains
Hairdryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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 curtains
Hairdryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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
Hairdryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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 curtains
Hairdryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Corporate Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

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

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 curtains
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Sale

At The Matador, you'll be 37 km (23 mi) from Ninety Mile Beach and 45.5 km (28.3 mi) from Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park. Highlights at this motel include a complimentary breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and luggage storage. Added amenities include a conference centre and laundry facilities. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Sale motel include The Wedge - Performing Arts Centre and Gippsland Centre.

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

  • 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

Motel in Sale with free breakfast and outdoor pool
Public spaces have free WiFi. A business centre 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 centre
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Matador offers 54 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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 centre
  • Conference centre
  • 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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1 per cent 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 per cent

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 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
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 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all 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 aged 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

What is the cancellation policy at The Matador?

The Matador offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Matador?

As of 1 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Matador on 2 Nov 2025 start from NZ$160.60, 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.

Is parking available at The Matador?

Yep, The Matador has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Matador?

The closest beach to The Matador is Ninety Mile Beach (31 km).

Does The Matador have a pool?

The Matador has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Does The Matador serve breakfast?

You bet, our visitors can't get enough of the free continental brekkie here! Offered on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Matador?

No, The Matador does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Matador?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Matador?

No, only service animals are allowed.