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Hotel El Capitan

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

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Hotel El Capitan, in the city center, offers a continental breakfast and happy hour at the El Capitan Dining Room. Enjoy a garden, on-site shopping, and a library. Free self-parking and an impressive staff complete the experience.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

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  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

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Room options

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Standard Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(122 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Courtyard Queen Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Outdoor Patio King Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Outdoor Patio King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(67 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Courtyard Patio King Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Courtyard Patio King Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
79855, TX, Van Horn, 100 E Broadway

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
  • ‪Gilberts Lounge - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪SUBWAY - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Hotel El Capitan

Hotel in the city center
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
  • Wedding services, 1 meeting room, and outdoor furniture
  • Free newspapers, a 24-hour front desk, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews say great things the dining options, breakfast, and helpful staff
Room features
All 50 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free bottled water. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Irons/ironing boards and laundry detergent
  • 22-inch TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and ceiling fans

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Property amenities

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

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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

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

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

Property 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

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?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out 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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Reviews

Hotel El Capitan Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1020 out of 1268 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 1268 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 1268 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1268 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1268 reviews

Reviews

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

Sheryle

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

Claudia

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

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love this hotel! Has all you need and is lovely with a nice ambiance.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Micheal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Van Horn is a halfway stop between Ft Worth and Phoenix. We always stay at the El Capitan. Wonderful small hotel with Spanish decor. Rooms and the hotel are very clean. Staff is friendly and welcoming. Love the restaurant. Great food.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

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

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying here. We stop here every time we drive to Arizona to see family. It’s a hidden oasis
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unique old west Texas feel. Loved seeing mountains in the distance.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay! Accommodations were great and restaurant in hotel was fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

LARRY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very unique. Loved all the detail to keep to the original design. Breakfast was delicious. Free laundry facility a plus. People were very friendly. Place was very clean. Would recommend to everyone we know if going to visit there. This is the place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Every time I go to Van Horn I stay at the cap. It's a great place. Great people, great beds
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

10/10 Excellent

DANA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous stay great staff but small hotel and town. So you should know that already going there. I love this hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

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

Great place to stay.

Comfortable, clean, and a beautiful property. Bed was comfortable as well.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and relaxing and the hotel is beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

James

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

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

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Hotel, clean, friendly staff. Drinks & Food with live DJ in the patio was great & relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Al

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very well located
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the historical aspect and how well it has been maintained
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So blessed to have come on this beautiful place, it was very convenient, delicious food, and wonderful service. The rooms were very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025