Just over half a mile from central Matamoros, Hotel Alameda Express provides a gym, free Wi-Fi and a free local area shuttle service. The Mexico-US border is less than half a mile away. Each functional air-conditioned room at the Alameda Express features flat-screen cable TV, ironing facilities and a telephone with free local phone calls. The private bathrooms include a hairdryer and free toiletries. A free continental breakfast is served daily starting at 7 am. The hotel’s international restaurant is open all day from Monday to Saturday, and lunch is available on Sundays. Free private parking is available at the Alameda Express. The Puente Viejo Border Crossing is 2 miles away, and the Puente Nuevo Border Crossing is 3 miles away. Plaza Fiesta Shopping Center is a 10-minute drive away.