Hotel El Capitan

3.0 star property

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Lobby sitting area
Courtyard Patio King Room | Terrace/patio
Courtyard view
Lobby
Lobby

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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

Room options

Standard Room

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

Courtyard Queen Room

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

Outdoor Patio King Room

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

Courtyard Patio King Room

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

Standard Double Room

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

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About the area

Van Horn

A stay at Hotel El Capitan places you in the heart of Van Horn, steps from Clark Hotel Museum and a 4-minute drive from Mountain View Golf Course. .This hotel is 31.4 mi (50.5 km) from Prada Marfa.

What's nearby

  • Clark Hotel Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mountain View Golf Course - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Prada Marfa - 41 min drive - 61.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Hangout Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Broadway cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Aslan’s Coffee Shop - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Hotel El Capitan

Hotel in Van Horn with free breakfast and a restaurant
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.

Make yourself at home in one of the 50 air-conditioned guestrooms. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations are provided.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and shopping on site. Additional features at this hotel include wedding services, a banquet hall, and a vending machine.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at El Capitan Dining Room serving guests of Hotel El Capitan. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Planning an event in Van Horn? This hotel has 1225 square feet (114 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
El Capitan Dining Room - Onsite restaurant. Happy hour is offered.
Gopher Hole Bar - Onsite 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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets 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

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, 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

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. 1035 out of 1278 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 188 out of 1278 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 1278 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 1278 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1278 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good variety, excellent coffee and juice. Waffle station. Very friendly staff. Love the Hotel El Capitan!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless and the staff was wonderful. We look for any chance to stay there. We love it.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dirk

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best place in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was amazing. The courtyard seating was relaxing. The rooms were clean and cozy? Definitely will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Anita at front desk was amazing!! Rooms were great. Enjoyed restaurant. Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheridan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazed how every time we stay, the staff is excellent, the spaces are immaculate, the rooms are well appointed and the food and drinks are great - all at a reasonable price.
Enjoying margaritas in the library with our dog
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast is good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are clean, and the staff is courteous and welcoming. We’d rather stay here than all the regular places in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and the hotel is beautiful… An oasis in the middle of a long road trip.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay here. The room was clean and the bed was very comfortable. We had a nice evening meal and breakfast in the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was on our bucket list. Amazing step back in time. Staff were very helpful and extra friendly. Caring for our every need. Food and staff were exceptional Room was spotless with outdoor patio for dining..we really had a great time and will never forget their kindness.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was okay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for two nights to hike Guadalupe Peak. Hotel was great with a cool historic vibe. Customer service was the best I have ever had at a hotel . The bar and restaraunt were fun as well. The only two things wrong with the trip were not the Hotels fault. 1. The train is close and goes by a couple of times a night. 2. One of the patrons had a dog that kept barking .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

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

Wonderful!

Our room was very comfortable, but its location at the front of the hotel & adjacent to the road was very loud with traffic noise AND a frequent train. A different location would probably have been better. Otherwise, the experience was excellent and the hotel is charming.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen, Tucson

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

rosaura, Rancho Cucamonga

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

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming small hotel with a lovely little courtyard and period furniture. Friendly service. Small but clean rooms with tiny bathrooms. A/C blows directly on the bed, which is otherwise quite comfy. The restaurant was mediocre with friendly but poor service.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic property
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025