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9.6/10Excellent1,375 Reviews
Cleanliness9.8/10 9.8
Service9.8/10 9.8
Comfort9.6/10 9.6
Condition9.6/10 9.6
Amenities9.4/10 9.4
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About Hotel El Capitan
A stay at Hotel El Capitan places you in the heart of Van Horn, steps from Clark Hotel Museum and a 2-minute drive from Red Rock Ranch. This hotel is 0. 9 mi (1. 4 km) from Culberson County Rodeo Grounds and 2. 2 mi (3.
6 km) from Mountain View Golf Course. Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access, shopping on site, and wedding services. Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Planning an event in Van Horn?
This hotel has 1225 square feet (114 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite. Enjoy a satisfying meal at El Capitan Dining Room serving guests of Hotel El Capitan. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Make yourself at home in one of the 50 air-conditioned guestrooms. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment.
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Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations are provided.
A stay at Hotel El Capitan places you in the heart of Van Horn, steps from Clark Hotel Museum and a 4-minute drive from Mountain View Golf Course. This hotel is 31.4 mi (50.5 km) from Prada Marfa. Make yourself at home in one of the 50 air-conditioned guestrooms.
Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations are provided. Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Planning an event in Van Horn?
This hotel has 1225 square feet (114 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.
Popular amenities
Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Business facilities
Banquet facilities
Accessible facilities
Check-in and check-out
Check-in from
3:00 PM
Check-in until
3:00 AM
Check-out until
12:00 PM
Minimum check-in age
18
Hotel policies
Professional property host/manager
Pets allowed
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Cleaning and safety
Sanitization
Cashless transactions are available
Important information
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You need to know
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
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Special Instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
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Instructions
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- Cashless transactions are available
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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Minimal age
18
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Optional fees
- Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Late check-out fee: USD 10 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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Spoken Language
English
Spanish
Nearby attractions
Clark Hotel Museum
0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Mountain View Golf Course
3.7 km / 2.3 mi
Prada Marfa
50.5 km / 31.4 mi
Hotel facilities & services
Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.
- Total number of rooms: 50
- hotel
- 24-hour reception
- Check-in hour
- Check-out hour
- Wi-fi
- Laundry service
- Lift access
- Shop
- Newspapers
- Library
- Bar
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- Restaurant
- Conference room
- Meeting room
- Breakfast
- Minimum check-in age: 18
Meal plans
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DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDDBL.QN
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- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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- QUEEN SIZE BED
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Room code: DBL.QN
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DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARD • 1 BedroomDBL.ST
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Non-smoking room- Occupancy
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- Bedrooms
- 1
- Room type
- DOUBLE
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- STANDARD
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- 1
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- DOUBLE
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- STANDARD
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Room code: DBL.ST
Facilities with extra charge
- Wi-fi
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DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDSDOUBLE • TWO QUEEN BEDSDBL.2Q
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- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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- DOUBLE
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- TWO QUEEN BEDS
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- TWO QUEEN BEDS
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Room code: DBL.2Q
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DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BEDDBL.KG
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- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- DOUBLE
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- KING SIZE BED
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DOUBLE KING SIZE BED
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- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- DOUBLE
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- KING SIZE BED
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Room code: DBL.KG
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DOUBLE CLASSIC KING BEDDOUBLE • CLASSIC KING BEDDBL.AS-KG
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- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- DOUBLE
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- CLASSIC KING BED
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DOUBLE CLASSIC KING BED
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- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- DOUBLE
- View / characteristic
- CLASSIC KING BED
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room code: DBL.AS-KG
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Guest reviews
What other guests saying about Hotel El Capitan
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Anthony
This is a great hotel that’s close to the interstate, but far enough away for being very quiet and it has a fantastic restaurant👍
valerie
Liked everything. Wanted to stay longer. Room a little small but otherwise great for an old property. Restaurant was great.
Canh
Super clean room, good amenities but a bit too small by today standard. Staff was super friendly.. breakfast was okay!
Josephine
The ladies at the front desk were very nice. The room and tv were small but for a one night stay it was perfect. The restaurant had good food and cold beer.
Jacqueline
This was an overnight stop on our way to Dallas area. We didn't explore the area because we were in and out in a short period of time, but directly around the hotel there didn't seem to be much, other than a few eateries. We chose to have dinner at the hotel restaurant and both of us enjoyed our meals. Breakfast was continental style, offering the usual items most hotels do.
Jerry
Every once in a while I run across an old historic hotel that has been maintained in (or restored to) its original condition. This is one. I wouldn't change a thing about it. Virtually perfect.
Kathleen
Adorable hotel! We really enjoyed our short stay. Rooms are small but clean and nice. Next time I want to opt for a room with the little private patio! Breakfast was really good as well.
Deepak
Rooms and bed were quite small four double occupancy.
Chrystal
I look forward to stopping here every time we are traveling thru. The historic charm with Southwest feel is amazing. My husband and I enjoyed a glass of wine in the courtyard just listening to the live music down the street. The beds were comfortable, a/c worked great and more than just pastries are available in their continental breakfast. Can’t recommend it enough
kendra
Clean room, comfortable bed. The staff was friendly and helpful. The morning breakfast served a nice variety of food.
Jamie
It’s seemed like it would be a very charming hotel with a good breakfast. The rooms were as expected and the restaurant was great for dinner but the hotels version of a breakfast was lousy and not kept full. Kind of ruined the vibe for us. We could have overlooked the smaller room and bathroom but the bad breakfast was a deal breaker. Next time we’d eat dinner there but stay at the holiday inn for less money.
Julie
Quaint hotel. Loved our stay. Will stay here again next time we are traveling through.
Virginia
This historic hotel is a jewel in West Texas. It is gracious and lovely, with a strong sense of history, but also brings the amenities that you'd want in an upscale hotel: a lovely restaurant and edgy cocktails, and a full, interesting menu. Above all, the people who work here are the icing on the cake: they are down-home in all the best ways and completely unpretentious; they are helpful and friendly and bring a strong sense of pride and ownership to their work. I just love El Capitan!
Marie
Beautiful and well-kept historic hotel and a completely unexpected oasis in west Texas! A gem which is well worth the money.
Kevan
I didn't intend to stay in Van Horn, but that's how it worked out. Hotel El Capitan was a godsend though. Great place and it made my impromptu stay very worthwhile.
Tracy
Historic and charming building. Dinner was delicious and breakfast was perfectly adequate.
Thomas
Had a wonderful stay - all of the staff I encountered were super nice and friendly. Felt safe and the room was the cleanest I’ve ever experienced. Yes, there is a train nearby - embrace it or go deal with the highway noise on the I-10 :-)
I will gladly stay there again
I will gladly stay there again
Teresa
What a cool place to stop on our way across the country. So unexpected.
Kirk
The people working here were very friendly and helpful. The food was top notch. What a nice place in the middle of nowhere.
Jamie
What a hidden gem this hotel is! It’s one of the nicest hotels we’ve stayed in. The food in the restaurant is outstanding! Everyone we met was so nice!
Francisco
Beautiful hotel! Friendly staff and very clean. Our room was excellent! They have a restaurant/bar and the food was delicious. Definitely will come back.
Christina
Awesome experience from check in, dinner was awesome, room was beautiful, breakfast was good, I would definitely stay again 😊
Richard
A nice hotel built in the 30s, with a good restaurant and live music.
Suzy
Love this place. Stayed here several times over the years and always a pleasure. Nice breakfast and wish we could have made it there in time for dinner. Great menu. Nice staff. Very clean and comfortable!
Janet
Clean room and bath. Friendly helpful staff. Nice breakfast buffet.
Jennifer
We love staying here ... this was our 2nd time... the restaurant was great and we love the charm of this hotel. We will definitely come back again.
Jesse
My bed was completely covered with blood and biological tissue. About 2 gallons of both. The most disgusting thing I’ve ever seen
Kathleen
Beautiful hotel!! We would stay again in a heartbeat!
Kirsi
A lovely and welcoming historic hotel, beautiful rooms and excellent food! A gem!
Tina
Loved our stay and the staff was great. Breakfast was much more robust than I expected. Would like to stay here again in the future.
Caroline
Lovely historic and restored hotel! Getting in and out of there is a little confusing. You can't really park out front, so you have to drag your luggage up some stairs from a side door to figure out where the registration desk is.
Maria
What a beautiful place to stay. My husband and I are so happy that we found this charming hotel. The place was absolutely antique looking but at tge same time clean upscale. The bed omg, super comfy. Like sleeping on the clouds. The breakfast staff I loved the most. The front desk with those yummy warm cookies. I highly recommend this place. Will definitely come back.
Darrell
Clean and very friendly staff. The restaurant and bar was very good. Would stay there again.
Sallie
Loved staying here and I think our dog loved it even more! Hope to not find myself driving across Texas again but if I am I will be back!
REBECCA S
Great hotel
Bruce
I always stay at El Capitan when I am in Van Horn. Outstanding facilities, amenities, restaurant/bar, and staff.
Dave
The history
Joseph Tolbert
We love the fact that the hotel has been restored and retains the beauty and charm of a previous era. It is so much better than the usual, faceless, heartless highway chain. We will be back!
Sharon
Loved the atmosphere. Food was fantastic. Outside courtyard very inviting.
Jerrold
Lovely old hotel. Clean and well maintained. Very friend and helpful staff. Would definitely recommend.
Joyce
Absolutely beautiful place! Loved the restaurant and our door seating. Food was ok but nothing to brag about. Drinks inconsistent as well as service. Very worst part of stay was the size of the room. The bed seemed much smaller than a queen, which was what was advertised but not uncomfortable. The bathroom was the smallest I’ve ever seen and the commode very low even for a kid. And.. the mirror over the sink was too high. At 5’2”” I could only see my forehead and eyebrows. The refrigerator and microwave was stashed in a little small closet and to add to all this, the coat-hangers were the most difficult ones to use I’ve ever used. Overall I’d give the experience 3 out of 5 only because the place was soo artistically designed and layed out!
Helen
We always love staying at the El Capitan!
Dennis
Lovely old property well taken care of. Great restaurant and breakfast. Nice courtyard to enjoy sitting outside. Would stay here again
Karena
Beautiful Hotel with a great restaurant and a very pretty patio - highly recommended we will be back
Sharon
Bed was quite comfortable; Room was small but we expected that with a historic property. AC was difficult to regulate, either too warm or too cold. Air blew right down onto the bed. There were two small dogs in the room next door that barked steadily from 7pm to 10pm as well as occasionally during the night and started barking at 6am again. There was no phone in the room to call the front desk. Suggest guests with animals be told to not leave dogs alone in room.
Food in restaurant was very good. Parking convenient.
Food in restaurant was very good. Parking convenient.
amy
For being in the middle of nowhere, this is the best option to stay. Super cute place really nice people working there and dog friendly couldn’t have asked for more.
Michael
The good- My Texan wife had always wanted to stay here and this trip to West Texas and Big Bend was the chance. The classic courtyard and shade trees are the entry to a wonderfully restored lobby and library. The rooms are like they never changed but understated new bathrooms. The check-in desk staff was helpful. The breakfast was fine and morning dining space adjacent to the courtyard was sunny. AC was wonderful.
The bad- Rooms have no refrigerators, microwaves of coffee makers. Coffee is available in the lobby though. The evening music in the courtyard and bar was not to our taste [70's rock and very loud], and bartenders bristly and inconsiderate- we left to the library and lobby seating. We chose to eat across the street at The Hangout which was outstanding.
If one is in Van Horn to see Maria arts communities, or Big Bend Ranch State Park or Big Bend National Park, this could be a great choice.
The bad- Rooms have no refrigerators, microwaves of coffee makers. Coffee is available in the lobby though. The evening music in the courtyard and bar was not to our taste [70's rock and very loud], and bartenders bristly and inconsiderate- we left to the library and lobby seating. We chose to eat across the street at The Hangout which was outstanding.
If one is in Van Horn to see Maria arts communities, or Big Bend Ranch State Park or Big Bend National Park, this could be a great choice.
Donna
Room was clean and comfortable. Restaurant food was very good but bar service was a little slow.
Pam
What a great place to stop on our road-trip. This historic hotel has old world charm. The lobby was grand and welcoming, the rooms were quaint and comfortable and the lush outdoor courtyard was the perfect spot to enjoy a cocktail or morning coffee. I appreciated the very well lit parking lot and felt safe leaving my fully packed car there. The restaurant amd bar were closed when we arrived late but had complimentary morning breakfast before resuming our drive. I'll definitely stay here again!
Margaret
Check in was great. Breakfast was good. Room was on the small side but clean. A bit noisy being right on the main road. Quaint hotel, lovely inside.
Jonetta
Beautifuly maintained historic hotel. The staff really care about your comfort and the building.
Donna
Clean & quiet. Staff was very friendly. Food was delicious. Disappointed that coffee was not available in the lobby or restaurant at breakfast. Also, the Expedia itinerary mentioned a $10 food & beverage credit. When I asked at the front desk they said it would be credited on our final bill but I don’t see that it was.
Diane
It’s so nice to stay at this hotel after driving all day. The restaurant is casual, with good food and friendly staff.
David
Very cool art deco hotel. Awesome staff and nice restaurant and bar.
ABHAY
Great convenient location and friendly clean property
Melissa
Nice room. Friendly staff. Tasty restaurant.
Steven
A most excellent experience. Nostalgic rooms but, modern comforts. Awesome food at cafe there. Will stay there again if we are ever out Van Horn way. Very nice hotel.
Beulah
Delightful hotel. Very clean, pet friendly and the restaurant has good food.
Robert
Everything was wonderful
Cindy
Staff was extremely helpful and nice, a very hospitable and welcoming place to stay while on a roadtrip or getaway
Michael Lee
Breakfast ok dinner was great! Staff was excellent
Kent
GREAT ENTERTAINMENT
Brenda F
Breakfast was very good and had a good amount of choices.
Dave
Great place with good restaurant and bar
Sonya
I used the place as a go between to El Paso so I didn't spend time in the room. Despite being very small, the room was nice, the bed comfy, and the shower was awesome. The hotel was very pretty and comfortable. We went at a very busy time because BTS was playing in El Paso so the hotel was completely booked and despite the unusual rush, the staff took excellent care of us. The breakfast was also good.
lisa
We would highly recommend this hotel. It was clean, very friendly staff, restaurant excellent and a good breakfast in the morning.
Andrew
Comfortable historic hotel.
Lauren
Amazing beds and nice breakfast! Love this place.
Merle
Staff was excellent. Dinner was very good, but a bit overpriced.
Breakfast was very ordinary. Gravy for buscuit was watery and no sausage in it.
Coffee from a machine.
Breakfast was very ordinary. Gravy for buscuit was watery and no sausage in it.
Coffee from a machine.
Jay
Classiest lodging between Austin and Tucson.
Jose
Staff and cleaning was great. But amenities were not good. Also breakfast wasn’t that great
Wayne
Excellent step back in history of West Texas. Facility and staff are both top notch
Angela
Very clean, helpful staff, and an excellent restaurant! Highly recommend!
Michael
Clean. Quiet rooms. Friendly bar staff.
Frank
Awesome clean comfortable room. Awesome restaurant and bar......LOVE this hotel. Our halfway point to Phoenix from Dallas and back. Can't wait to stay here again!!! Staff is great and caring!!
Eugene
We had to leave before it opened
Robin
Lovely historic hotel. Nicely updated while maintaining the historic charm.
Sharon
The restaurant was excellent for dinner and breakfast. The room we had alot of road and train traffic noise. You defintely need a sound machine.
Bruce
If you like vintage hotels you will love this classic hotel designed by the architect Trost.
Tracy
This hotel is a gem in the middle of nowhere. Also had a great bar/restaurant and pecan crusted salmon was amazing. Very friendly staff.
Rocky
Great and cute
Laura
We really enjoyed our stay. The hotel was charming and our dinner at the restaurant was very nice. Have recommended to friends as a great stop on the way to El Paso.
Stephen
Neat older hotel that was very well maintained. Good and convenient restaurant.
Greg
A great alternative to the cookie cutter interstate hotels
Ryan
Awesome
Brent
Great place to stay. Comfortable bed!
Dale
Water was out. Have the complimentary breakfast start earlier.
Doug
What a wonderful experience! More than a clean room, great bed and friendly staff. It’s an opportunity to step back in time.
Tod
The room was very clean and the bed was very comfortable. Staff was very nice.
Ryan
Amazing stay, beds were comfy, staff was wonderful
Tom
Cool older property- very historic and fun- my wife & I really enjoyed it!
Laura
Beautifully detailed restoration with clean rooms, friendly and knowledgable staff who make the visit special, fabulous restaurant with something for everyone and all prepared quickly and with delicious flavor ( nothing too bland here!!) Thank you!
Garett
Hotel El Capitan is completely charming. I highly recommend a night’s stay if you’re passing through Van Horn TX
REGINALD
Nicely remodeled hotel from the day when travel by train ruled. Facilities have been attractively and tastefully restored. Comfortable rooms.
James
We looked for a hotel on our way back home and this place was just fine for us. There really isn't much to choose from around here but this place is just fine. Cool old hotel that offers good food for dinner, and the free breakfast in the morning is better than some hotels. Would I sat here again, Yes.
Michael
Lovely room but terrible breakfast.
Donald
Breakfast was good. Staff all nice, room was small (old, historic hotel, no surprise) but comfortable.
Hank
Breakfast has declined
John
Clean and comfortable..
Paul
What a delightful stay! This is a fine, historic hotel that has beautifully maintained and has a very nice restaurant and bar. The beds are comfortable and there’s nothing not to like! A fine piece of Texas Americana!
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Hotel El Capitan
100 E Broadway, Van Horn, United States
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