Banks -- Most of the city's banks are situated on the southeast corner of Parque Morazán. Banpro is 1 block south of Parque Morazán on Avenida Bartolomé Martínez (tel. 505/2772-2574). There is an ATM at BAC (tel. 505/772-5905), a half-block east of the southeast corner of Parque Morazán. Casual money-changers operate on all corners in this area, as well. Money transfers can be arranged at the Western Union (tel. 505/2778-0069) a half-block north of the Alcaldía.
Emergencies -- For emergencies, dial tel. 101. For other police matters, call tel. 505/2772-3870. The fire brigade can be called at tel. 505/2772-3167.
Hospital -- Matagalpa Hospital (tel. 505/2772-2081) is north of the city on the road to San Ramón.
Internet -- Internet outlets are located throughout the city, but CyberCafé Downtown (no phone) has the best location, a half-block west of the southwest corner of the Parque Darío. It's open daily from 8:30am to 8pm. All outlets charge approximately C40 an hour.
Telephones -- Cheap international calls can be made from most Internet cafes. Public phones are in the post office, and a number of card-based booths are dotted around town. The main Enitel office is 1 block east of Parque Morazán (tel. 505/2772-4600). It's open daily from 7am to 9pm and sells phone cards.
Pharmacy -- Pharmacy Matagalpa (tel. 505/2772-7280) is in front of the restaurant Pescamar. It's open Monday to Saturday from 8am to 6pm and Sunday 8am to noon.
Post Office -- The main post office, Correos de Nicaragua Matagalpa (tel. 505/2772-4317), is 1 block south and 1 block west of Parque Morazán's southeastern corner.
Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.
