Hotel El Capitan

2.5 star property
VIP Access

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Exterior
Outdoor Patio King Room | Terrace/patio
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains
Lobby
Indoor wedding

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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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
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members

Room options

Standard Room

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

Standard Double Room

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

Courtyard Patio King Room

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

Outdoor Patio King Room

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

Courtyard Queen Room

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

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About this property

Hotel El Capitan

Hotel in Van Horn with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
Along with a restaurant, this hotel has a bar/lounge and coffee/tea in a common area. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include conference space, laundry facilities and a 24-hour front desk.
Hotel El Capitan offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Satellite televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The free breakfast at Hotel El Capitan gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Clark Hotel Museum. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a restaurant.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Amenities include free newspapers in reception, a meeting room and conference space
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the overall comfort, cleanliness and comfy beds
  • Steps from Clark Hotel Museum and a 4-minute drive from Mountain View Golf Course
  • Pets welcome for a fee
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 metres) 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.

Guests are served a free continental breakfast daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
El Capitan Dining Room – On-site restaurant. Happy hour is offered.
Gopher Hole Bar – On-site bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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. 1003 out of 1260 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 190 out of 1260 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 1260 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1260 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1260 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

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with partner
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

cynthia, broomfield

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully restored historic hotel. The patio made the room feel much larger. All the staff were friendly and helpful. The dinner was very good with excellent service. Breakfast included several hot options-more than just a continental breakfast. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary, DeSoto

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

10/10 Excellent

tiffani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Restaurant service was slow but otherwise staff were pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dwight

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has an old world Spanish influence that’s romantic and beautiful.
Lobby area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

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

8/10 Good

Francis

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

10/10 Excellent

Teresa, Gilbert

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very nice and has lots of history. The staff was very friendly and helpful. they
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the place to go if you are in Van Horn. Exceeded my expectations and will definitely stay here every time I have to visit for work. Their outdoor patio/dinner area was the perfect spot to unwind from a busy day and finish up work! All the staff was so pleasant and helpful! Dog friendly and so clean! Love the old Spanish Mission feel! Thanks for a great stay, and can’t wait to return!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay on our way home to California from Houston,TX
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

Charles

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

10/10 Excellent

Lucille

beautiful hotel, friendly staff, exceptional food
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Vincent, Clayvill

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An oasis in the desert 🏜️ the rooms were great! The food was really good! The staff was understanding and welcoming. Definitely a rare gem in the desert. Very unexpected. Thank you 🙏 El Capitan. You the best :)
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lovelys

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe location. Front desk Staff is super nice, warm, friendly. Beds are really comfortable, towels are soft! Water pressure and heat are great! Be mindful of smaller parking lot (though it’s lit up like a dealership which is good), if you had a lot of luggage like us (moving across country) there’s no easy access like regular hotels to grab the trolley right in front of the door. You have to park in a single thirty minute spot outside on the street curb and walk into the hotel to grab it and walk it pretty far from outside the building. See Google maps front of the building, that’s where folks walk into to check in. Train only sounded a couple times around midnight, loud but it was just a minute or so. We were still up. AC isn’t really strong, but was enough with the ceiling fans in the bigger suite. Other than that, we enjoyed the historical aspect of the building and appreciate the front desk gentleman and his accommodating demeanor - especially after driving for ten hours! Fridge is a nice touch too!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautifully restored historic property. Well worth the stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry, Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property in the middle of nowhere
Stayed 1 night in May 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

Israel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a great place. Good food and cold drinks.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness

Great if you don’t need an elevator

No one was told at check-in that they are having elevator problems.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

The hotel is very clean and nice. Our room is on the
Stayed 1 night in May 2025