New Matamoras is in the southeast corner of Ohio, just across West Virginia state line. When the town was first established it was known as Matamoras. In 1861, the town's name was changed so that it would not be confused with another town in Ohio -- Metamora.
The town is named after the Battle of Matamoras, which was fought during the Mexican-American War. Washington County was given its name in 1788 as a tribute to George Washington. The county once encompassed nearly 50 percent of Ohio -- it now consists of approximately 635 square miles.
The Aldeco Motel is in the heart of New Matamoras. Established in 1979, The Aldeco Motel offers both single and double rooms. The motel is 28 miles north of Marietta, Ohio, and about 15 miles from New Martinsville, West Virginia. The Aldeco Motel offers in-room air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi. The motel allows dogs and cats in certain rooms. Wayne National Forest is nearby. The forest is in a section of the Appalachia Mountains and covers about 250,000 acres with more than 300 miles of trails for hiking and biking.
The New Martinsville Inn, in New Martinsville, West Virginia, is about 16 miles north of New Matamoras. The inn features free continental breakfast, indoor pool with spa and high-speed Internet in every room. Some rooms are available with Jacuzzi tubs. Ohio River paddleboat rides are available nearby. The Lewis Wetzel Wildlife Management Area, eight miles north of the inn, encompasses approximately 13,000 acres and has many pathways and trails.
The Super 8 motel in Marietta, Ohio, is about 29 miles southwest of New Matamoras. Pets are allowed for an extra $5 a night, as of 2011. Two attractions within three miles of the motel are The Coca-Cola museum and the Historic Harmar Village.
