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

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
100 E Broadway, Van Horn, TX, 79855
  • Clark Hotel Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Mountain View Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Van Horn, TX (VHN-Culberson County)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(115 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Courtyard Patio King Room

Courtyard Patio King Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Outdoor Patio King Room

Outdoor Patio King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(59 reviews)

Highlights

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

About the area

Van Horn

Hotel El Capitan places you in the heart of Van Horn, steps from Clark Hotel Museum and 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Mountain View Golf Course. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .Gopher Hole Bar is the hotel's own bar. 1225 square feet (114 square metres) of event facilities include a meeting room and conference space. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served.

What's nearby

  • Clark Hotel Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mountain View Golf Course - 3 min drive - 3.8 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 Van Horn with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
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.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • 1225 sq ft of conference space
  • 114 sq. m of conference space
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

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

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
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. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel El Capitan?

Hotel El Capitan offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Hotel El Capitan?

Yep, Hotel El Capitan has a free self car park.

What makes Hotel El Capitan a romantic place to stay?

A champagne service and a lounge bar, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel El Capitan.

Does Hotel El Capitan serve breakfast?

Yep, visitors give top marks to the free continental breakfast here! Available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel El Capitan?

No, Hotel El Capitan does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel El Capitan?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel El Capitan?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Hotel El Capitan Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 991 out of 1238 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 183 out of 1238 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 1238 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1238 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1238 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

Ann

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful historic hotel. The staff are all friendly, efficient and helpful. The property itself is beautiful and peaceful. Birds roosting in the courtyard trees and a bonus. The rooms are not huge, but beautifully appointed. Everything you could need is there. I would gladly return to El Capitan in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying here on our way through. We meet the nicest people and it is always special.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast needs help... At have fresh brewed coffee... not self-serve eith plastic utensils 😏 Dinner was great..,
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Checked in a couple of hours ago. Front desk person was great. Dinner in the incredibly charming courtyard was fabulous. Really nice waitress. In the room now and it’s a little dated but bathroom is spotless, towels are nice. Bed and bed linens are comfortable and cozy. Can hear a little street noise but not enough to be bothersome. Really like this place so far; would likely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

cindy

Stayed 1 night in Mar 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

Dana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a grand old treasure. Magnificent example of an older era gateway motel. Staff super friendly. Restaurant is wonderful. Great and reasonably priced entrees. Plus town had cheap gas!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

Retro experience in modern world

Very nice hotel in the middle of Van Horn. So much better than the chain hotels for roughly the same price. Liked the restaurant and bar on site. Lots of sitting areas inside and out to soak up the ambience of the place. Everyone we encountered was happy; staff, patrons and guests!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No comment on breakfast, my wife and I left before breakfast. The bed was super comfortable and the restaurant was superb. The hotel itself is old but is maintained well. It has many unique features but the courtyard entrance was our favorite. Lastly, the hotel staff were courteous, helpful, and professional.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice historic hotel. Clean, good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Best hotel for miles
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

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

10/10 Excellent

Kim

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

10/10 Excellent

Jack

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

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay. The most comfortable beds ever. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcelo

Liked: Amenities
Service good, clean and well maintained
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It has a nice vibe and historic charm. Room was small but quite comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce, Roswell

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The El Capitan was a vision of what sophisticated Van Horn used to be like. One patron at the bar told us the the cast of the movie Giant stayed there during filming. James Dean and Liz Taylor were in the atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

TIMOTHY

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, excellent service, super friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Will

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay. A few more trains passing by then expected
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Absolutely charming
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mihai, Waco

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Will always try to stay here again if driving I-10. Nothing like it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025