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Motel Alves

Stay at Motel Alves in Mexicali with 4.4 stars and 439 reviews. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking, and easy access to Bosque y Zoológico de la Ciudad and local attractions.

Tijuana-Mexicali Km 1, El Porvenir, Televisora, 21337 Mexicali, B.C., Mexico View on map
8.8/10
Very Good Based on 442 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking
What recent guests emphasize

Balanced comfort with practical amenities

Guests appreciate Motel Alves for its convenient location and essential services, making it suitable for travelers focused on sightseeing and getting around. While amenities are basic, recent visitors highlight its value for short stays and easy access to local attractions.

Guests often praise

  • Reliable free Wi-Fi service throughout the property
  • Convenient free parking facilities on site
  • Proximity to popular local sights such as the Bosque y Zoológico de la Ciudad
  • Clean and comfortable rooms suited for quick visits

Worth knowing

  • No pool or fitness center available for extended relaxation
  • Facilities and services focus on basic lodging needs rather than luxury
  • Guest experience is rated good for travelers prioritizing sightseeing and recreation
  • Nearby options include similarly rated motels within a few miles radius

Best for

  • Travelers seeking affordable accommodations with essential amenities
  • Visitors planning to explore nearby attractions on a budget
  • Short-term stays prioritizing location over in-house entertainment
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About this property

Welcome to Motel Alves

Motel Alves is a modest motel located along the Tijuana-Mexicali route in the El Porvenir area of Mexicali, B.C., Mexico. It offers essential amenities such as free Wi-Fi and complimentary parking, though it does not feature a pool or fitness center. With a solid rating of 4.4 based on 439 reviews, the property generally meets guest expectations for comfort and convenience.

The setting of this motel suits travelers interested in sightseeing and recreation, evident from its proximity to local attractions like Bosque y Zoológico de la Ciudad, a popular zoo with diverse animals and a train ride, and the Diocese of Mexicali, both highly regarded by visitors. However, its suitability for visitors scores a moderate 3.1, indicating that while the location is practical, it may not offer extensive leisure or luxury options on site.

Guests will find traveling to and from Mexicali R. Sanchez Taboada International Airport relatively straightforward, with the airport reachable in about 36 minutes by car. The property also sits near several other accommodations, including Motel Virreyes and Hotel Posada Inn, providing alternatives within a few miles.

Overall, Motel Alves fits the needs of those seeking basic lodging with good access to local points of interest and transportation. Its practical amenities and steady guest ratings suggest it appeals mostly to visitors prioritizing function over extensive hotel facilities or upscale services.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking

Not available at this property

Pool
Fitness center
Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Motel Alves

Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico

Based on sightseeing, recreation, and getting around

  • Boulevard Lazaro Cardenas Y Calle Rio Celian 15 min Walk
  • Calle H. Colegio Militar Y Encinas Este 14 min Walk
  • Calle H Colegio Militar Y Division del Norte 14 min Walk
  • Mexicali R.Sanchez Taboada International 36 min Car · 1 hr 28 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Baja California. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Bosque y Zoológico de la Ciudad 11,217 reviews

Bosque y Zoológico de la Ciudad

C. Alvarado S/N, Nueva Esperanza, 21050 Mexicali, B.C., Mexico

4.5 · Zoo
Museo Sol del Niño 55 reviews

Museo Sol del Niño

Alfonso Esquer, Blvd. Adolfo López Mateos S/N, Zona Industrial, 21010 Mexicali, B.C., Mexico

3.7 · Science Museum
Diocese of Mexicali 65 reviews

Diocese of Mexicali

C. José María Morelos 192, Primera, 21100 Mexicali, B.C., Mexico

4.6 · Catholic Church
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