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Hotel El Capitan

2.5 star property
Hotel perfectly located for exploring Van Horn

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Exterior
1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk
Lobby sitting area
Outdoor Patio King Room | Terrace/patio
Lobby

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
100 E Broadway, Van Horn, TX, 79855
  • Clark Hotel Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Mountain View Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Prada Marfa
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Van Horn, TX (VHN-Culberson County)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(116 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Courtyard Patio King Room

Courtyard Patio King Room

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

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Outdoor Patio King Room

Outdoor Patio King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(59 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Courtyard Queen Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Van Horn

Heart of Van Horn.A stay at this hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Clark Hotel Museum and 3 miles (5 km) of Mountain View Golf Course. Prada Marfa is 31.4 mi (50.5 km) away.

What's nearby

  • Clark Hotel Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mountain View Golf Course - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Prada Marfa - 53 min drive - 61.4 km

Getting around

  • Van Horn, TX (VHN-Culberson County) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Country Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Porter's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Van Horn Cattle Company - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Lizzie's - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Hotel El Capitan

Hotel perfectly located for exploring Van Horn
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this hotel measures 1225 square feet (114 square meters) and includes conference space. A library, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel El Capitan. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Van Horn hotel.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • 1225 sq ft of conference space
  • 114 sq m of conference space
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel El Capitan offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Satellite television is provided.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library
  • Shopping

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 22-inch TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 10

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 40 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 10 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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
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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

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

Hotel El Capitan Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 994 out of 1240 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 182 out of 1240 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 1240 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1240 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1240 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Vincent, Clayvill

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine, waco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is amazing
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Vicky

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

casie, San Marcos

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a gem of a place buried deep in the heart of a flat and windy land! A joy to the road weary traveler! The courtyard and lobby draw you in with its charm of a bygone time, and the staff treat you like royalty. An overall lovely experience.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean, and makes ya feel like you’re being transported back in time. The rooms are cozy, comfy, spotless, and dare I say, luxurious? PLUS, the private balcony was just lovely. All of the beautiful tile throughout the hotel is truly stunning! The courtyard was also so beautiful. I worked on the puzzle in the library for a couple of hours… you’re missing ONE piece (that I know of)… I almost finished the edge and the whole left side! The one piece that’s missing IS an edge piece. I picked up some cool stuff in the gift shop, including a new puzzle, and next time I stay, I want a balcony overlooking the courtyard. You have a special place there. Thanks for making it such a pleasure to be a guest. Your staff went above and beyond which was just the cherry on the already iced cake! I wish you were closer to Cali!! 😊
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Got the room right off the hotel lobby. It is extremely loud, we can hear every conversation from the people that have gathered in the lobby, not sure when they will leave so I can get some sleep
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love El Capitan! We stay there at least once a year- never disappoints! Clean, love the restaurant, and the character of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and unique place. Dinner was excellent. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

RONN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A stay back in time

The check in was fine once we found the desk a sign at the street would have been nice. The walk through the courtyard was a great opportunity to see the wonderful food options. We were surprised with a gift bag of snacks and drink vouchers thanks to our booking service. Our room was small but that was expected as it is a historic hotel. Outlets were plentiful but not conveniently located again expected and why I carry an extension cord. Our room included a walled patio that was cozy with loungers as well as a table and chairs where we enjoyed our snacks and our own Happy Hour. We enjoyed a wonderful dinner in the courtyard that was enhanced by the lighted fountain and the cooperative weather conditions. The bed was very comfortable and the hotel was quiet except for the occasional trains that reminded us of the movie My Cousin Vinny. The breakfast was very good and featured tamales that were average but were a nice gesture. We were glad that we experienced El Capitan and I'm sure we will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Perry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Oasis in Van Horn

The El Capitan is a must stay! We've been here before and will definitely return. The service is awesome, the room cute and comfy, and the restaurant has GREAT food. We love this little oasis and stop and stay when we are traveling thru Texas.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth, Ontario

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has a restaurant/bar so parking is hard to find at dinner time. Checking in was easy. Received a welcome bag. Bathroom lacks counter space but was clean. Bed sloped to the edges.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
love this historic hotel. It has unique and beautiful deco. Very clean, very nice staffs. A bit of down side is that you may hear train passing at night. It happened once on our first night (we stayed for 2 nights). Other than that everything is perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave and Marlene, Blue Jay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun historical hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Sylvia

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025