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The Matador

4.0 star property

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A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, a staircase, a bookshelf, and a large portrait on the wall.
A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.
A white building with two windows, a black gate, and a sign that says 'The Porcupine Place Welcome.'
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.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug

Explore the area

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68-78 Raymond Street, Sale, VIC, 3810
  • Place, Gippsland Art Gallery
    ‪2 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)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room

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)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Room

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
(3 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe King Room

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Corporate Room

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for One Bedroom Studio

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Apartment, 1 Bedroom

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Sale

At The Matador, you'll be 37 km (23 mi) from Ninety Mile Beach. 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 Lake Guthridge.
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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

  • Sale Station - 3 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 164 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Criterion Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Star Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jack Ryan's Irish Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sale BBQ Chicken & Salad Bar - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Matador

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 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. 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
  • Limited on-site self parking

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

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • 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

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

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

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 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
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.
  • 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 fire extinguisher, 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 fire extinguisher, 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.

Property class

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 12 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Matador on 13 Aug 2026 start from NZ$173, 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, pets are not allowed.

The Matador Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 438 out of 822 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 303 out of 822 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 822 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 822 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 822 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable motel. I would definitely recommend, and would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Always is lovely
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great friendly place to stay. Friendly staff very helpful
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful receiption staff member on arrival, room was clean and very comfortable for the nights stay. Everything we needed was available to us in the room. We will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

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
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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
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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 review

8/10 Good

Barry

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

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Aging facility however extremely well maintained!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Laurence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet, showing it's age but still good value. The Continental breakfast included in the price was excellent. Recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

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 review

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

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 review

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 review

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

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

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 review

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 review

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 review

8/10 Good

leigh

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

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 review

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 review

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 review

8/10 Good

Nadia

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

8/10 Good

Jan

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