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Marfa House El Balcon, in the heart of Marfa with direct balcony access

Guest house perfectly located for exploring Marfa

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board
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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
TV

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Marfa, TX
  • Place, Presidio County Courthouse
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Marfa and Presidio County Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballroom Marfa
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Marfa, TX (MRF)
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About the area

Marfa

Heart of Marfa.You'll be steps from Presidio County Courthouse and a 5-minute walk from Marfa and Presidio County Museum. Also, Ballroom Marfa is within half a mile (1 km) and Fort D. A. Russell is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Presidio County Courthouse - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Marfa and Presidio County Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ballroom Marfa - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Chinati Foundation Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Fort D. A. Russell - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Marfa, TX (MRF) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bordo - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Sentinel Marfa - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Marfa Burrito - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪LaVenture - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Marfa House El Balcon, in the heart of Marfa with direct balcony access

El Balcon is a one bedroom/one bath studio apartment suitable for one or two persons located on the second floor of the Marfa House, an historic structure originally built as a railroad hotel in 1890 and lovingly restored over a 14-year period to preserve its old west charm and equip it with modern amenities. El Balcon has a private entrance from the second floor balcony of Marfa House and features premium bedding (which can be configured as a king-sized bed or two twin beds, at the guests' option), an en suite bathroom with shower, a seating nook with reading light, and a coffee station; and a second chair. Comfortable seating is also available right outside on the Marfa House balcony, where you can relax and peruse the goings on in central Marfa while sipping your favorite beverage. El Balcon guests also have access to the other Marfa House common areas open to all guests: the gallery sitting area, and the atrium at the rear, which features a fire pit and large screen television.

The City of Marfa charges a local occupancy tax of seven percent, in addition to the state occupancy tax of six percent. We are registered with the City as lodging No. S-105.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Things to do

  • Golf

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights

Shut off AC/Heating, ceiling fans, and TV.

Please bring your trash outside and leave in the city bin across the street.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Any smoking on the premises is subject to assessment of a $750 cleaning fee.

GUESTS MUST FIRMLY CLOSE ALL doors when entering or leaving the building to prevent entry of mosquitoes and other undesirables!!

Quiet time must be observed between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m.

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

How close is Marfa House El Balcon, in the heart of Marfa with direct balcony access to the airport?

This guesthouse is 4.1 mi (6-min drive) away from the Marfa, TX (MRF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Marfa House El Balcon, in the heart of Marfa with direct balcony access have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this guesthouse.

Does Marfa House El Balcon, in the heart of Marfa with direct balcony access offer free breakfast?

This guesthouse does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Marfa House El Balcon, in the heart of Marfa with direct balcony access?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Marfa House El Balcon, in the heart of Marfa with direct balcony access?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Marfa House El Balcon, in the heart of Marfa with direct balcony access?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does Marfa House El Balcon, in the heart of Marfa with direct balcony access have a pool?

This guesthouse does not have a pool.

Does Marfa House El Balcon, in the heart of Marfa with direct balcony access have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Marfa House El Balcon, in the heart of Marfa with direct balcony access to downtown Marfa?

This guesthouse is 0.1 mi away from Marfa.

Marfa House El Balcon, in the heart of Marfa with direct balcony access Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jon W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Host solved issue regarding booking when room reserved was still occupied by previous guest. Upgraded our accommodation.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Chris Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient location and the building is well decorated and interesting. Bedroom itself is very snug. Room struggled to stay cool in the daytime, but it cooled off at night so sleeping was comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean, responsive team, as advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya R., Kemah, TX

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

Excellent location, quiet, clean, great communication with host.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

YT T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shanon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Marfa House is an excellent place to stay. It was cute, quiet and clean along with a great location. The communication from the host was timely and precise. If we travel to Marfa again we would definitely stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Miglena, San Francisco

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, interesting building, and pleasant room, but missing some essentials (coffee filters and stable wi-fi).
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Debbie T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location.

Need a simpler way to communicate when you need items ie toilet paper, towels etc
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for walkability. Clean, comfortable, nice balcony, clear instructions. Only drawback might be the sound of the nearby train (but true of anywhere in the vicinity as the train runs through the town). I would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

alicen c., League City, Tx

Liked: Cleanliness

Marfa Vacation

Loved the room and building. Wonderful stay! Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness

New Year's trip

Conveniently located, cozy, modern, safe, easy parking, located next to restaurants and shopping easy walking distance
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary G.

Liked: Cleanliness

HH

Great location easy check-in …… beautiful setting !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

DAVID

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. Property managers are not present. We were the only people in the building. A few squawks be nice to have sugar, sweetener and creamer for coffee, a box of facial tissues. TV was useless for live or local TV. Otherwise had a nice stay was quiet and relaxing to sit on the balcony.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Location, lovely place!

Easy check in and out with the multiple (good security) door codes. The room is bright, with a bit of light at night (didn’t bother me) and a train now and then going by… but all the town center hotels would have that… those are the only two things that I want to mention that might be a problem for some folks. Otherwise, wow!, incredible location, really lovely place with a balcony & blankets to sit outside and soak in the Marfa evening light. A small gallery downstairs with a reading area and the room itself was bright and comfortable with coffee at the ready. Bathroom was clean and the soap/shampoo/etc… was really nice! I would book again next time I’m visiting.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean, Convenient and Cozy

Highly recommend this spot for a visit to Marfa! Loved the balcony and central location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ledah S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay

We absolutely loved the Marfa House. Convenient location, affordable and cozy. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in the middle of everything, clean, quiet, comfortable, and easy. Coffee maker and fridge made it easy to do breakfast myself. (Bring your own coffee, the provided coffee was oxidized and didn't taste great.) Punch-code locks mean no key to keep track of. Linens, hair dryer, and soap are provided and good. USB charger on bedside table is a great touch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Marfa Jewel!

Nice, well furnished, exceptionally well located, and reasonably priced accommodations in Downtown Marfa.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erik C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Very clean, very comfortable, smelled great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick, Dumfries

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect room to just catch some sleep. Bed was comfortable and the room was nice and cold. Only 2 small issues, the shower felt small to me and the building is close to train tracks. I would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good for the amount of time we stayed. Bathroom small, but accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jose R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Marfa is Amazing!

First time traveling to West Texas, and what an amazing experience it was! Marfa House was hands down the best experience we’ve ever had when traveling. The location was cozy and central to everything in Marfa! What an awesome room filled with art and history, and walk-in distance to lots of food places/stores! Thank you so much for the lasting impression as an amazing host!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Juan G., Austin, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

It’s in a great location.

Property was super clean. The ceiling fan and vents were dusty and bathroom door dirty on the inside. My biggest drawdown was the train hat runs several times during day and night.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021