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Hotel El Capitan

3.0 star property

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9.6 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travelers

1930s charm with desert-day ease

Hotel El Capitan keeps things easy for a West Texas stopover, right on Van Horn’s main street. The Spanish Colonial Revival lobby sets the tone with European tile floors, wrought-iron banisters, and exposed vigas under tall ceilings. Settle in with a complimentary hot breakfast in the dining room, then head out with WiFi and in-room flat-panel TVs waiting back at base.
VIP Access

  • Desert dining, covered

    Dinner at Henry’s brings comfort food with creative flair, daily.

  • Courtyard downtime

    Relax by the fountain amid palm and olive trees, with al fresco dining.

  • Basecamp for big adventures

    A convenient starting point for Guadalupe Mountains National Park.
$151 nightly
The total price is $170
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees

Amenities

  • Gopher Hole Bar cocktails, Texas wines, craft brews
  • Historic jewelry vault feature behind the bar
  • Private balconies overlooking the courtyard fountain
  • Replica red neon rooftop sign beacon
  • Bank vault reborn as the onsite gift shop
  • Passenger elevator for easy floor-to-floor access
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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, a window with curtains, and a decorative wall piece.

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(139 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a headboard, a bedside lamp, a nightstand, a chair, a framed picture, and a window with curtains.

Courtyard Queen Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with white linens, two bedside lamps, and a wooden headboard.

Outdoor Patio King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(73 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

Courtyard Patio King Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a patterned floor.

Standard Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
100 E Broadway, Van Horn, TX, 79855

What's nearby

  • Clark Hotel Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mountain View Golf Course - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Prada Marfa - 46 min drive - 61.4 km

Getting around

  • Van Horn, TX (VHN-Culberson County) - 6 min drive
  • El Paso International Airport (ELP) - 104 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Broadway cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cattle Company - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sam’s Truck Stop - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Hotel El Capitan

  • Hotel El Capitan is a great choice for a stay in Van Horn. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Fellow travelers love the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 50 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in 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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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

  • Shopping

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Conference space (1225 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Library
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 22-inch TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

El Capitan Dining Room - Onsite restaurant. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Gopher Hole Bar - Onsite bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 10 (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet, per night

Policies

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.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Hotel El Capitan Hotel
Hotel El Capitan Van Horn
Hotel El Capitan Hotel Van Horn

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel El Capitan offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel El Capitan does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hotel El Capitan?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 40 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel El Capitan?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel El Capitan?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 10 (subject to availability).

What is there to do at Hotel El Capitan and nearby?

Hotel El Capitan has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel El Capitan?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, El Capitan Dining Room.

What's the area around Hotel El Capitan like?

Hotel El Capitan is in the heart of Van Horn, a short 2-minute walk from Clark Hotel Museum. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Reviews

Hotel El Capitan Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The restaurant served delicious food and offered a great menu with a variety of options. (318 reviews)
  • Breakfast was a highlight with great selection and quality, often exceeding expectations. (79 reviews)
  • The hotel offers a welcoming and pet-friendly environment with amenities such as a dog area and dining tables set up for guests to dine with their pets. (22 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Best place to stay in West Texas…. Lovely hotel with experienced staff, beautiful building and comfortable accommodations
Jeannette, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Historic and charming building. Dinner was delicious and breakfast was perfectly adequate.
Tracy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay, beds were comfy, staff was wonderful
Ryan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I always stay at El Capitan when I am in Van Horn. Outstanding facilities, amenities, restaurant/bar, and staff.
Bruce, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Josephine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Tina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely old property well taken care of. Great restaurant and breakfast. Nice courtyard to enjoy sitting outside. Would stay here again
Dennis, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay. Close to Guadalupe Mountains and the restaurant is great
Alan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved the atmosphere. Food was fantastic. Outside courtyard very inviting.
Sharon, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

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.
Jennifer, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Laura, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely historic hotel. Nicely updated while maintaining the historic charm.
Robin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Neat older hotel that was very well maintained. Good and convenient restaurant.
Stephen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Awesome staff, very clean, excellent place.
Donald, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Jacqueline, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Tracy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This place was amazing!! The staff was wonderful and the property was so beautiful! The environment at the bar/restaurant was welcoming and friendly. Food was outstanding. We enjoyed our stay so much
Carissa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a lovely hotel. The restaurant is superb. Great staff. Conveniently close to Guadalupe National Park. And it's dog friendly. I would definitely stay here again.
MARCIA, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very friendly, checkin was simple, the room was very clean and the restaurant was reasonably priced and very good
Janet, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean , staff was courteous, dinner and breakfast was excellent
Andy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Yes. Breakfast selection was great Have stayed here several times. Will stay again. Highly recommend.
Vince, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nicely remodeled hotel from the day when travel by train ruled. Facilities have been attractively and tastefully restored. Comfortable rooms.
REGINALD, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Love this hotel. Room very nice with an outside space. Love the restaurant and bar.
Judith, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable, clean room, good food, wonderful service both in restaurant and main desk. Great decor.
fred, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Historic hotel with modern amenities. Wonderful staff. Good in-house restaurant. Live music on the patio. Overall a charming stay.
Dorothy, 1-night trip