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Motel The Matador

The Matador

68-78 Raymond Street, 3850 Sale, Australia – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.3/10! (score from 1132 reviews)

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8.9
Excellent
1,132 reviews
  • Facilities

    8.7

  • Cleanliness

    9.1

  • Comfort

    9.0

  • Value for money

    9.1

  • Location

    9.3

  • Total

    8.9

  • Free WiFi

    8.8

Fabulous location right in the CBD easy access to everything. The Matador was brilliant. Fantastic staff, warm, welcoming, happy and very helpful. Room was beautifully presented, large, clean and very comfortable. Will definitely stay here again.

David Australia

loved the renovated room. nice high cathedral ceilings with exposed timber gave a good feel for the room. Nice interior and a renovated Bathroom. Easy access to the town centre.

Kannan Australia

Large, clean room with a comfortable bed and a great number of amenities (eg kettle, toaster, microwave, hairdryer etc). Very friendly staff. Very central to town which made life very easy.

Benjamin Australia

Really big room for $155 with a big bed; easily fit mom, dad and 1 or 2 buds. Balcony; Buffet Breakfast; Has microwave ; fridge and Netflix; It's near the lake. Craig the manager was always smiling while serving. Really nice.

Rafi Australia

4-star calibre decor, staff truly excellent, great bathroom and room facilities, comfortable bed, very well organised, central location, plenty of parking, had a very relaxing weekend.

Warren Australia

More motels should follow the lead of the Matador by providing a Microwave, Toaster Fridge and Kettle to each room. Its simply good common sense.

Dean Australia

Great location, it was clean with a lovely large room, breakfast was good, we really enjoyed our stay.

Marisa Australia

Great location. Adapted well to COVID restrictions. Great breakfast choice. Friendly staff. Clean refurbished bathroom.

Michael Australia

Great breakfasts here, plus one of the few motels that provide crockery and cutlery for you to eat your take away in if you choose to do so. Other motels should take note! My go-to stay when in the area for work.

Winstone Australia

Very modern facilities, cleanliness, nice size room, breakfast was included which was very good.

Susan United States of America

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8.9
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1,132 reviews
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  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Fabulous location right in the CBD easy access to everything. The Matador was brilliant. Fantastic staff, warm, welcoming, happy and very helpful.”
    David David Australia Australia
  • “loved the renovated room. nice high cathedral ceilings with exposed timber gave a good feel for the room. Nice interior and a renovated Bathroom. Easy access to the town centre.”
    Kannan Kannan Australia Australia
  • “Large, clean room with a comfortable bed and a great number of amenities (eg kettle, toaster, microwave, hairdryer etc). Very friendly staff. Very central to town which made life very easy.”
    Benjamin Benjamin Australia Australia
  • “Really big room for $155 with a big bed; easily fit mom, dad and 1 or 2 buds. Balcony; Buffet Breakfast; Has microwave ; fridge and Netflix; It's near the lake.”
    Rafi Rafi Australia Australia
  • “4-star calibre decor, staff truly excellent, great bathroom and room facilities, comfortable bed, very well organised, central location, plenty of parking, had a very relaxing weekend.”
    Warren Warren Australia Australia
  • “More motels should follow the lead of the Matador by providing a Microwave, Toaster Fridge and Kettle to each room. Its simply good common sense.”
    Dean Dean Australia Australia
  • “Great location, it was clean with a lovely large room, breakfast was good, we really enjoyed our stay.”
    Marisa Marisa Australia Australia
  • “Great location. Adapted well to COVID restrictions. Great breakfast choice. Friendly staff. Clean refurbished bathroom.”
    Michael Michael Australia Australia
  • “Great breakfasts here, plus one of the few motels that provide crockery and cutlery for you to eat your take away in if you choose to do so. Other motels should take note!”
    Winstone Winstone Australia Australia
  • “Very modern facilities, cleanliness, nice size room, breakfast was included which was very good.”
    Susan Susan United States of America United States of America

The Matador is located in Sale, 29 mi from Traralgon. Free WiFi is featured and free private parking is available on site.

Each room at this motel is air conditioned and features a flat-screen TV. You will find a kettle in the room. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer.

You will find luggage storage space at the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.8 for two-person stays.

낍 Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

끉 Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

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Continental

끸 Free Private Parking Available On Site

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8.9
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  • David Australia

    “Fabulous location right in the CBD easy access to everything. The Matador was brilliant. Fantastic staff, warm, welcoming, happy and very helpful. Room was beautifully presented, large, clean and very comfortable. Will definitely stay here again. ” Read more

  • Kannan Australia

    “loved the renovated room. nice high cathedral ceilings with exposed timber gave a good feel for the room. Nice interior and a renovated Bathroom. Easy access to the town centre.”

  • Benjamin Australia

    “Large, clean room with a comfortable bed and a great number of amenities (eg kettle, toaster, microwave, hairdryer etc). Very friendly staff. Very central to town which made life very easy.”

  • Rafi Australia

    “Really big room for $155 with a big bed; easily fit mom, dad and 1 or 2 buds. Balcony; Buffet Breakfast; Has microwave ; fridge and Netflix; It's near the lake. Craig the manager was always smiling while serving. Really nice. ”

  • Warren Australia

    “4-star calibre decor, staff truly excellent, great bathroom and room facilities, comfortable bed, very well organised, central location, plenty of parking, had a very relaxing weekend.”

  • Dean Australia

    “More motels should follow the lead of the Matador by providing a Microwave, Toaster Fridge and Kettle to each room. Its simply good common sense.”

  • Marisa Australia

    “Great location, it was clean with a lovely large room, breakfast was good, we really enjoyed our stay.”

  • Michael Australia

    “Great location. Adapted well to COVID restrictions. Great breakfast choice. Friendly staff. Clean refurbished bathroom. ”

  • Winstone Australia

    “Great breakfasts here, plus one of the few motels that provide crockery and cutlery for you to eat your take away in if you choose to do so. Other motels should take note! My go-to stay when in the area for work.”

  • Susan United States of America

    “Very modern facilities, cleanliness, nice size room, breakfast was included which was very good.”

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  • We have puppies, 9 week old can we bring here? Please let me knew . So we can booked. Thank u

    Hello, Thank you for your enquiry. Sorry but we are a pet-free motel and do not allow dogs onsite. Kind regards, Eliza Reid - Reception


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  • Good evening. Are there fishing spots nearby? Thank you.

    Hi There, Port of Sale across the road has plenty of spots for fishing.


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  • What type of breakfast is it? Is it buffet? Thanks.

    Hi There. We normally do a continental buffet breakfast however with current covid restrictions on us we are not allowed to. In it's place we offer continental tray's that are taken back to your room.


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  • We have puppies, 9 week old can we bring here? Please let me knew . So we can booked. Thank u

    Hello, Thank you for your enquiry. Sorry but we are a pet-free motel and do not allow dogs onsite. Kind regards, Eliza Reid - Reception


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  • Good evening. Are there fishing spots nearby? Thank you.

    Hi There, Port of Sale across the road has plenty of spots for fishing.


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  • What type of breakfast is it? Is it buffet? Thanks.

    Hi There. We normally do a continental buffet breakfast however with current covid restrictions on us we are not allowed to. In it's place we offer continental tray's that are taken back to your room.


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Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
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What's nearby
  • Esso BHP Billiton Wellington Entertainment Centre
    0.1 miles
  • Cobb & Co Stables Market
    0.3 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Cafe/Bar Mister Raymond
    0.2 miles
  • Restaurant Criterion Hotel
    0.3 miles
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    0.1 miles
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  • Pets are not allowed.

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  • Chocolate/Cookies
  • Bottle of water
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
Internet
  • Free! WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Parking

    Free! Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Street parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
  • Business center Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
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  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

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Check-in

2:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

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Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 4 and above are considered adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Cards accepted at this property

Mastercard Visa Eftpos American Express The Matador accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The Matador accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Please note the property will be undergoing refurbishment to select Deluxe Suites and several Apartments throughout 2017. The renovations are designed to have minimal impact on guests.

Please note on Friday's, Saturday's and Sunday's, check-in time is from 14:00 - 19:00 as the reception closes early on those days.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Please inform The Matador of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about The Matador

  • Room options at The Matador include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Family
    • Apartment

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at The Matador (subject to availability):

    • Parking
    • Free parking
    • On-site parking
    • Private Parking
    • Street parking

  • The Matador is 2,450 feet from the center of Sale.

  • The prices at The Matador may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Guests staying at The Matador can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.9).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to The Matador by:

    • Car 2h 40min

  • Check-in at The Matador is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

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  • Staff9.4
  • Facilities8.7
  • Cleanliness9.1
  • Comfort9.0
  • Value for money9.1
  • Location9.3
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