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The Matador

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

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Microwave
Terrace/patio
Living area
Reception
The Matador offers comfort and convenience with a continental breakfast and sun-lined outdoor pool. Guests can use in-room WiFi, on-site laundry, and the business center. Visitors praise the attentive staff and strategic location.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is P4,552
P5,007 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10

Room options

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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 drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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 drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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 drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Corporate Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Living area

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 drapes/curtains
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Sale is home to The Matador. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ninety Mile Beach and Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park.
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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

  • 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
  • ‪Burrito Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Matador

Upscale motel
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a business center at The Matador. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • 1 meeting room, a banquet hall, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 54 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and mini fridges

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Criterion Hotel Sale

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 327 reviews
The price is P4,691
P5,160 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Criterion Hotel Sale

Property amenities

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

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 center
  • Conference center
  • 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 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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

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

Does The Matador have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Matador?

As of Oct 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Matador on Oct 9, 2025 start from P 4,551.71, 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.

Is The Matador pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Matador?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Matador?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 11:00 AM–1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Matador?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Matador located?

Situated in Sale, this motel is 23 mi (37 km) from Ninety Mile Beach and 28.3 mi (45.5 km) from Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park. Sale Station is 21 minutes by foot.

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The Matador Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 393 out of 741 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 276 out of 741 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 741 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 741 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 741 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Spiridoula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here before.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The continental breakfast was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ws good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Flavia

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great shower, comfortable bed, spacious room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel. Really lovely staff, spacious room, includes a nice breakfast with coffee, good location for restaurants and town access.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nadia

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

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly reception. A very comfy bed and a great continental breakfast - all fresh - no pre-packaged. Will def stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Matador was well kept and clean. Staff were friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

BENBO

The room is ok and good for the price point.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well managed and friendly staff, clean, comfortable and convenient. Very enjoyable, thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Value for money The place is great and stuff pleasant and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

10/10 Excellent

Gary

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

10/10 Excellent

Luigi

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

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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.

8/10 Good

Fiona

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

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.

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we had nice stay would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Extremely comfortable and very friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shintaro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay here. Really convenient location, the room was clean, the staff was friendly, breakfast was satisfying, and the overall atmosphere was enjoyable. Would love to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alistair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accommodation Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2024