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Hotel El Capitan

2.5 star property
Hotel in Van Horn with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk
Indoor wedding
Lobby
Outdoor Patio King Room | Terrace/patio

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

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Room options

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(117 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk

Standard Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Courtyard Patio King Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk

Courtyard Patio King Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Outdoor Patio King Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk

Outdoor Patio King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(62 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk

Courtyard Queen Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

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 - 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 in the city centre
Free continental breakfast, shopping on-site and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Hotel El Capitan. The on-site restaurant, El Capitan Dining Room, features happy hour. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a library and laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, outdoor furniture and coffee/tea in reception
  • Free newspapers, wedding services and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things the dining options, breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 50 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and free bottled water. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations
  • 22-inch TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans

Languages

English, Spanish

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

Restaurants on site

  • El Capitan Dining Room
  • Gopher Hole Bar

Things to do

  • Library
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,225 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

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

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 22-inch TV with satellite channels

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel El Capitan pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 40 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hotel El Capitan?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel El Capitan?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel El Capitan?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for USD 10 (subject to availability).

Where is Hotel El Capitan located?

Located in the heart of Van Horn, this hotel is steps from Clark Hotel Museum and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Mountain View Golf Course. Prada Marfa is 31.4 mi (50.5 km) away.

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Hotel El Capitan Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1001 out of 1251 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 185 out of 1251 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 1251 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1251 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1251 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

6/10 Okay

steven

Nice historic hotel with courtyard
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

rosaura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean hotel. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was beautiful. Everyone was very nice and they are pet friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property. Loved having restaurant and bar on site
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
2nd visit - it's a lovely historic hotel with upgraded bathrooms. Great food at the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay at this property. Restaurant and bar are top notch!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Feels like a throwback in time.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful hotel, very comfy beds, well maintained, clean and the staff is very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute Well equipped and friendly historic hotel I enjoyed it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quaint, great restaurant, and Rebecca at the front desk was phenomenal with her customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love this place!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a great hotel out in the middle of West Texas. The hotel was great, but the staff made it fantastic. They have a wonderful restaurant. A fun experience and we will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historical
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

rosaura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean property, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Brian Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
By far the best option in Van Horn
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madelaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We drive across the country every year and always stop at El Cap! It’s either our first stop leaving the west coast or last time headed back. It holds a special place in our hearts!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dining and bar
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great bar
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very charming hotel with unique architecture and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old hotel in great shape. Perfect stopping place between GTown and Tucson
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had such a great stay that we're rerouting to stay after our 5 week trip. The food was excellent and reasonably priced. The service throughout was great and while it's a charming 50 room historic hotel it has 21st century comfort.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The overall property is very nice and well kept. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect for our class reunion from the conference room, food, and service. My room was great! Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Capitan is always in a good spot for stopping in my way to and from Texas and CA. However the train is noisy, the rooms are so tiny yet very pricey. The restaurant is good but the free breakfast is not. Overall the best place available in that area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025