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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.
VIP Access

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AED 377
AED 426 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

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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
100 E Broadway, Van Horn, TX, 79855

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?

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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Hotel El Capitan Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1032 out of 1278 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 1278 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 1278 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1278 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1278 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

justin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old school hotel. Tons of charm, rooms were very comfortable and clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the restaurant and bar. Food is consistently good and the staff excellent. A fun place!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stop. Love the bar and restaurant. Food is excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 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

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was amazing. The courtyard seating was relaxing. The rooms were clean and cozy? Definitely will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It’s just a wonderful place to stay,staff is extremely nice and helpful
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

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always a great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place to stay in West Texas!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

clifford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a nice, historic hotel in a very small town. The rooms were nice and quiet. On-site restaurant had outstanding food at a reasonable price. The included breakfast was good, not great. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cool historical property with nice restaurant downstairs
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Classic spot!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pretty historic hotel that has been well maintained. The courtyard is so nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were only there for the night but it was even prettier than the photos. The rooms were very nice and very clean. I will be going back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic hotel. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast food, no sugar free options. Mostly ultraprocessed food. More protein based options desirable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pet areas were plentiful and s t up well.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 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

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with a great restaurant. Stayed there twice now
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful historic place!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant food was not as good as expected considering how nice the hotel was.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

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

Loved this hotel!

This hotel has a lot of history and we really enjoyed our stay. The patio is very inviting and our room was great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025