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

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

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
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Airport, 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
(121 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Champagne service
  • 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
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Champagne service
  • 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
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Outdoor Patio King Room

Outdoor Patio King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(65 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Courtyard Queen Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • 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
  • Prada Marfa - 53 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
  • ‪Gilberts Lounge - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪SUBWAY - ‬15 min walk

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.

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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

  • 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.

Reviews

Hotel El Capitan Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1029 out of 1287 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 191 out of 1287 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 1287 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1287 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1287 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quaint, great restaurant, and Rebecca at the front desk was phenomenal with her customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, comfortable early 20th century hotel. Very nice linens, complimentary breakfast and parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect for our class reunion from the conference room, food, and service. My room was great! Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Liang

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The biggest issue is the noise: the hotel is right next to a train track, and trains pass by several times during the night. The windows offer no soundproofing at all, so it gets extremely loud. As a light sleeper, I was woken up multiple times and couldn’t rest properly. On top of that, the price is quite high for what you get. I really wanted to like this place, but the noise and cost just made it hard to recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brian Scott

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
By far the best option in Van Horn
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My favorite place to stay in Van Horn Texas
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Susan, Laguna Niguel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Capitan is always in a good spot for stopping in my way to and from Texas and CA. However the train is noisy, the rooms are so tiny yet very pricey. The restaurant is good but the free breakfast is not. Overall the best place available in that area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, FPO AE

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay at this property. Restaurant and bar are top notch!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

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

Thank YOU!

This was a charming place to stay, easy to access from the highway, well let in the parking lot. Charming place to rest after a long day on the road.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dining and bar
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute Well equipped and friendly historic hotel I enjoyed it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiani

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

10/10 Excellent

LuAnn

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel and staff was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful hotel, very comfy beds, well maintained, clean and the staff is very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is a little gem off the freeway that the whole world needs to know about! It is so charming and so quaint and filled with the friendliest people! Our rooms were filled with beautiful furniture and a beautiful little porch that was overlooking the most charming outside patio area! The restaurant is incredible and we had exceptional food for dinner and the best free breakfast in the morning before heading out! You have to check it out!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

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

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a unique property built in 1939. It has been updated over the years...but many good things of the past have been preserved. We enjoyed the restaurant & bar and free parking. We highly recommend this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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