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The Big Texan Motel

2.5 star property
Travelers find a classic Americana experience at this Amarillo steakhouse motel, where the famous restaurant shares space with comfortable lodging

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The Big Texan Motel in Amarillo offers a convenient stay with its famous steak ranch restaurant on-site. Guests can cool off in the outdoor pool, grab coffee in the lobby, browse the on-site shops, or catch up on laundry at the provided facilities.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
The current price is AED 468
AED 538 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug

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Room options

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View all photos for Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, a wooden coffee table, and a cowhide rug.

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a bench at the foot of the bed, a wooden dresser, and a wall with a 'Bless' sign.

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(63 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two single beds, wooden headboards, and a small table.

Basic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(417 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

A room with two wooden beds, each with floral-patterned bedding and a star emblem on the headboard. A wooden sign above the beds reads "ANTIQUE."

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(238 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with two pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, and a framed sign on the wall.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(60 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

A bedroom with two beds, a nightstand with lamps, and a framed sign above the beds.

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)
  • 74 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Amarillo is home to The Big Texan Motel. Comanche Trail Golf Club and Austin Tennis Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame and Amarillo Zoo. Wonderland Amusement Park and Western Bowl are also worth visiting. Visit our Amarillo travel guide
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Map
7701 Interstate 40 Access Rd, Amarillo, TX, 79118

What's nearby

  • Four overturned vehicles with colorful graffiti in a rural setting.
    Slug Bug Ranch
    2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • A desert landscape with prominent red rock formations and sparse vegetation.
    Palo Duro Canyon
    53 min drive - 78.0 km
  • Big Texan Steak Ranch
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Kwahadi Kiva Indian Museum
    2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Amarillo Civic Center
    9 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Amarillo, TX (AMA-Rick Husband Amarillo Intl.)
    8 min drive

Restaurants

  • Love's Travel Stop
    9 min walk
  • The Big Texan Steak Ranch
    2 min walk
  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • Whataburger
    4 min drive

About this property

The Big Texan Motel

  • Property highlights
  • You can look forward to shopping on site, a coffee shop/cafe, and laundry facilities at The Big Texan Motel. Be sure to enjoy a meal at The Big Texan Steak Ranch, the on-site family restaurant. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • An outdoor pool
    • Free self parking
    • Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and a vending machine
    • Coffee/tea in the lobby
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, overall value, and convenient parking
  • Room features
  • All 50 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
  • More amenities include:
  • Daily housekeeping and phones

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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
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Big Texan Steak Ranch

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

More

  • Phone

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 11:00 AM

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 20 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
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 20 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Does The Big Texan Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Big Texan Motel?

As of 18 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Big Texan Motel on 18 August 2026 start from AED 468, excluding 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 The Big Texan Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 20 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Big Texan Motel?

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 The Big Texan Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Big Texan Motel located?

Situated in Amarillo, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Big Texan Steak Ranch, Slug Bug Ranch, and Kwahadi Kiva Indian Museum. American Quarter Horse Association and American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Big Texan Motel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2729 out of 4112 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 821 out of 4112 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 332 out of 4112 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 122 out of 4112 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 108 out of 4112 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy stop along the way to Colorado and the Big Texan next door had great food
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this location. Clean and quiet and just fun to be around! Food is excellent at the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ease of check in. Excellent location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely a twist on traditional motel, was different and unique in a good way
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun rooms, very clean, great food next door! Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fredrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, very helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, a little dated but definitely dedicated to an old western hotel theme.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location next to Big Texan restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute western theming in rooms, easy check in through the app and a door code, great location to The big Texan restaurant! Fun stsy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was great! Check in easy. Room 200 is recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the kitchy decor and vibe! Especially loved that check in and check out was by text. So easy!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A must stop on our way out of Texas! Excellent Service! The Staff at all of the Big Texan locations are amazing! They are also very pet friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms excellent customer service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the theme, the friendly staff, the ample laundry facilities, and the Big Texas Steak Ranch!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Enjoyed the historic Route 66 throw back vibe. Pet friendly was definitely a plus. Food at the Big Texan was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was great! Clean rooms, quiet and convenient. Parking and check in were a breeze! I will be visiting again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, in room coffee that was good, amazing front desk check-in. Bed was comfy and the room was convenient and very nice Ice machine was in a VERY hot laundry room and gave trickles of crushed ice slowly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
True western atmosphere! Comfortable beds. The steakhouse & brewery were good. Enjoyed listening to each music on Saturday night!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Betty

Disliked: Amenities
We liked it was close to the restaurant. The pool was disgusting
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Quirky but good!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, fun atmosphere. We were originally put it a suite with a kitchenette, but only one bed. We needed too. It was unfortunate because that looked like a great room for a couple. But moving was easy and the staff was helpful and the other room was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely fabulous! A step back in time. Incredible food! Delightful staff-hotel and dining! Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Franklin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, lots of parking, loved the theme of the motel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bathroom was clean and white telling me to sit down and make it a double 😂 Free k-cups for breakfast. Plenty of parking. Staff was very helpful!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fast check in/out
Stayed 1 night in May 2026