Business Details
Welcome to Star Hotel in Sale
Established in 1861, Star Hotel has been a cornerstone of the Sale community for over 160 years. As a family-owned and operated establishment, we pride ourselves on delivering genuine hospitality rooted in tradition while embracing modern comforts. Our venue combines historical charm with contemporary amenities, offering a diverse range of services including award-winning dining, fully licensed bar facilities, function hosting, and boutique accommodation.Recognised as the #1 Pub in Victoria through consecutive customer choice awards, we maintain a commitment to quality through our talented team of chefs, bartenders, and hospitality professionals. Star Hotel remains dedicated to fostering community connections while providing exceptional experiences for locals and visitors alike.
Services
Dining
Bar Services
Accommodation
Function Hosting
Takeaway
Highlights and features
- We offer 160+ years of hospitality experience in a historic setting
- Our kitchen serves fresh, award-winning meals daily with kids' options
- Family-friendly atmosphere with dedicated play areas and pet-friendly spaces
- Licensed bar featuring local wines, craft beers, and daily happy hour specials
- Flexible function spaces for events from intimate gatherings to wedding receptions
What people say
Awesome staff
Quality food
Family-friendly
Historic charm
Live music
Services
Dining
Our award-winning bistro serves fresh, locally-sourced meals daily with lunch from 12-2pm and dinner from 5:30-8:30pm. The menu features modern Australian cuisine alongside classic pub favourites, with dedicated kids' options and family booths. Diners enjoy both indoor and outdoor seating areas.
Bar Services
The fully licensed bar offers 40+ rotating craft beers on tap, extensive wine lists featuring regional Victorian vintages, and premium spirits. Daily happy hour from 4:30-6:30pm includes 40% off all drinks, with $6 basic spirits available Friday and Saturday nights.
Accommodation
Historic boutique accommodation includes 1-bedroom apartments with kitchen facilities, queen rooms with shared bathrooms, and budget-friendly bunk rooms. All rooms feature air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and modern amenities while preserving original architectural elements from our 1861 construction.
Function Hosting
Two versatile function spaces accommodate events from 12 to 120 guests. The Glasshouse provides intimate private dining while Sails offers semi-alfresco space for weddings and large celebrations. Full catering and AV support included with dedicated event management.
Takeaway
Hot meals available for takeaway seven days with the same award-winning menu as dine-in. Customers can order online or by phone for convenient collection during regular trading hours. Family meal options and kids' meals available for takeaway service.
Questions
What dining options are available at The Star Hotel?
We offer daily lunch (12-2pm) and dinner (5:30-8:30pm) service with a modern Australian menu, kids' meals, and takeaway options. Dietary requirements can be accommodated with advance notice.
Are pets allowed at The Star Hotel?
Yes, dogs are welcome in our beer garden area. We provide water stations and waste disposal facilities for pet owners.
What function spaces do you have available?
We have two spaces: The Glasshouse (12-20 guests) and Sails (60-120 guests). Both include full catering options and AV equipment with dedicated event coordination.
Do you offer accommodation packages?
Yes, we provide boutique accommodation including 1-bedroom apartments, queen rooms, and bunk rooms with flexible booking options available through our website.
What are your happy hour specials?
Daily happy hour runs 4:30-6:30pm with 40% off all drinks. Friday and Saturday nights feature $6 basic spirits from 8:30-10pm.
Is there live entertainment at The Star Hotel?
Yes, we host live music Saturday nights from 8:30pm and monthly open mic nights. Check our social media for specific performance schedules.
Reviews (7)
Julie Iglesias
Jan 17, 2022
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Food was amazing!!! Don't bother going for the children's "games room"... it's non existent. There were 2 playstation games and neither worked.
Sally Guest
Dec 27, 2021
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Ordered the $40 mixed grill platter. Items were cooked fine but were of the cheapest quality. It says 180gram porter house steak but is a slither of a bbq steak, I wouldn't buy this from Coles if it was on sale let alone sell it to a customer. Sausages and bacon were also disgusting. The best part of the meal was the vegetables
Bella Osborne
Dec 22, 2021
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Great place to dine out. You always get a nice local wine or your choice of cocktails as well as good drinks on tap. The food is full of flavour and is always a filling meal. I always get a steak and they cook it exactly how I ask for it
Mike Smith
Dec 05, 2021
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One of my favorite dishes served well. Staff were warm and friendly. Quick and efficent serving of meals and beverages. Very good pub for a small town!
Fiona Wilson
Nov 20, 2021
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Proprietor gets a big pat on the back for the wonderful friendly yet professional staff serving delish food. AND it was so good we stopped off on the way back to Melbourne. Thanks for a really lovely break on our travels.
Alicia Edwards
Sep 15, 2021
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Best place to eat in Sale. We have a son on the spectrum and feel so comfortable bringing him here. The lovely waitress always goes out of her way to accommodate and make him feel relaxed which usually is impossible. Food is always on point and consistent which I feel most other venues in Sale lack. Great food and great service. Highly recommend!
Shari
Dec 23, 2020
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Been there twice in the span of a few days and both have been very nice. Staff are very friendly and service was great. Really loved the meals. The kitchen seemed very lively which added to the atmosphere
10/10 would recommend if you dont mind a bit of noise
10/10 would recommend if you dont mind a bit of noise