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The Santa Elena Room - 50 minutes from Santa Elena Canyon.

Apartment in Terlingua with patio

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Terrace/patio
Point of interest
Exterior
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Apart-hotel

1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Mountain view
The current price is NZ$468
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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Terlingua, TX
  • Place, Starlight Theatre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Elena Canyon
  • Place, Big Bend National Park
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the area

Terlingua

At this aparthotel, you'll be 0.2 km (0.1 mi) from Starlight Theatre and 10.9 km (6.8 mi) from Big Bend Library. Highlights at this aparthotel include free WiFi and a patio. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Terlingua aparthotel include Many Stones and Big Bend National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Starlight Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Big Bend National Park - 12 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Big Bend Ranch State Park - 12 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Barton Warnock Visitor Center - 13 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Chisos Mountains - 56 min drive - 63.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Chili Pepper Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Venga - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria el Milagro - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪El Gordo’s Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starlight Theater - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Santa Elena Room - 50 minutes from Santa Elena Canyon.

The Santa Elena is a lovely stucco and stone accommodation facing Big Bend’s famous “Mule Ears” in the nearby Big Bend National Park.

The cozy room features a queen-size bed, air conditioning, wifi, and direct access to the West Courtyard and its’ firepit. The private bathroom includes a shower.

Its namesake, The Santa Elena Canyon is a fifty-minute drive from our guesthouse.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Outside the room, on the patio.

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside the room, on the patio.

Important information

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
The Santa Elena Room 50 Minutes From Santa Elena Canyon
The Santa Elena Room 50 minutes from Santa Elena Canyon.

Frequently asked questions

Does The Santa Elena Room - 50 minutes from Santa Elena Canyon. have a pool?

No, this aparthotel doesn't have a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Santa Elena Room - 50 minutes from Santa Elena Canyon.?

As of 19 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Santa Elena Room - 50 minutes from Santa Elena Canyon. on 5 Jan 2026 start from NZ$468.07, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Santa Elena Room - 50 minutes from Santa Elena Canyon.?

No, The Santa Elena Room - 50 minutes from Santa Elena Canyon. does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Santa Elena Room - 50 minutes from Santa Elena Canyon.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

The Santa Elena Room - 50 minutes from Santa Elena Canyon. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hallie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amichay E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good place. Lovely design

The place is super nice, walking distance from the coffee shop and the Starlight Theater
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay

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

10/10 Excellent

Dennis M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Everything was as listed. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

M H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Stay

The cabin/room was beautiful! We stayed in the Santa Elena and the size and restroom was perfect for us. All very nice, rustic ranch decor! We enjoyed the porch and outdoor areas for sunrise and sunset! Host was very helpful and always accessible. Can't wait to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Brief stay

Glad we arrived early enough to relax on the beautiful patio. My husband has a prosthetic leg and I was not aware of the outside steps. But other than that, it was a wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana L., Houston, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfy stay, great location

We liked it so much that we’ve rebooked for our next trip to Big Bend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grason U.

Liked: Cleanliness

Terlingua Treasure

Great casita, very clean with easy access to Big Bend both National and State Parks. Good food, coffee, shopping and bars within easy walking distance. Great view from rock patio of the Chisos Mountains and unbelievable star-filled skies.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing & Comfy in Ghost Town

Very cute property in the heart of ghost town. Hot water worked great, and the a/c/heater kept us very comfortable overnight even though it was super windy and cold outside. The communical kitchen worked well for us to cook a steak and enjoy on the patio. Beautiful scenary!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hiroshi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas in Terlingua

Santa Elena Room #1 was clean and cozy. Nice and private with bathroom inside room. Beautiful view of Terlingua and the stars. Walking distance to many things.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute spot

Close to the
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G., Kermit

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Great p-lace to stay that is close to everything in Terlingua
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Beautiful location right outside the West entrance to the National Park. Coffee shop in Terlingua is just near the guesthouse. Sunrise over the mountains is spectacular, and the dark skies at night mean awesome starscapes.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dara R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mom, Daughter, Pup

Beautiful and well maintained common area! Great views! Our room was comfy for the 3 of us. Ages 93,62 &3💜
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Terlingua stay

This place was perfect , kids and myself really enjoyed it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice digs in Terlingua

The room and bath were clean, unique, quiet. Good quality linens and pleasant outdoor space. Stargazing at night and proximity to national and state parks were of first concern. Terlingua itself is an experience all its own, but people are friendly. Good dinner at the Starlight Theater, fun treats at Milly Way, and great breakfast and coffee at the Espresso y Mas! Suggest to owner that a plastic bathmat be available as the shower floor when wet and soapy was extremely slick. Also, we own property in the hill country with septic system and a boat with pump heads. None have ever required us to prohibit flushing of toilet paper. Surprising in a property at this price point.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arlene

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karlie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Halloween

Lovely and relaxing as always, thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful and Relaxing

The property had everything we needed and was a great place to come back to after a day of hiking at Big Bend. The little coffee shop just below was a plus. Gorgeous views and night skies.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karlie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

One Night - Milky Way

This is a great room! Beautifully laid out to enjoy views inside or on the porch and near the kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Stay in Terlingua

Really enjoyed staying here in Terlingua. Would recommend and certainly stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chantil G.

Liked: Cleanliness

The perfect place !!

This place was even better than the pictures showed! It was literally the perfect place to stay there. It’s close to the entrance of the park, it’s close to the cutest and best coffee shop (which by the way, has the best breakfast, particularly the eggs Benedict) , and it’s also close to the starlight theater restaurant, which is open every day at 5 PM for dinner and the food was also awesome there too. The staff was very helpful and very quick to respond and very, very nice! We had the best time and if I ever come back out that way, I will definitely stay at the same place again. Definitely exceeded all of my expectations!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Suzanne, covina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Small but unique room. Enjoyed the outdoor kitchen/bbq. Nice view from the courtyards for sitting out in the evening
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect stay in Terlingua!

Very peaceful, comfortable, and clean room with beautiful views from the patio. After day hikes at Big Bend it was wonderful to come back to our oasis and walk to dinner!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023