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Hotel El Capitan

3.0 star property
Continental breakfast and happy hour await at El Capitan Dining Room, while gardens, shopping, and a library provide plenty of diversions to enjoy

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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.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(128 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Outdoor Patio King Room

Outdoor Patio King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(70 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King 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
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Located in Van Horn, Hotel El Capitan is in the city center. Local points of interest include Clark Hotel Museum and Mountain View Golf Course. Visit our Van Horn travel guide
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
  • Broadway cafe
    6 min walk
  • Aslan’s Coffee Shop
    12 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
  • 1 meeting room, a banquet hall, and free newspapers
  • A 24-hour front desk, wedding services, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things about 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
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 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.

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

Hotel El Capitan Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1044 out of 1283 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 186 out of 1283 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 1283 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 1283 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1283 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wolfgang-Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanroom and bathroom, staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ahmet

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was courteous at this historic hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great, very clean, food so-so, lovely old historic hotel to stay at.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, breakfast had plenty of options
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Gregg C

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, they were amazing and very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk worker (Hayes) was super helpful and accommodating with my family’s needs. Hotel was clean and quiet with friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Darla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel we love staying there Food is really good, staff are always professional and friendly .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Amenities
What a beautiful hotel. The staff was fantastic,the rooms were wonderful what a great experience
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at this hotel a number of times and everything is always clean and the staff is friendly. This is a hotel that is also the most friendly hotel to stay at with my dog.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good. The room and service was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly staff. Enjoyed the breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

leo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok breakfast great ar beautiful building
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

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

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was great and staff was awesome. We only stayed for one night but so cozy and safe. We loved every bit of the property
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique place with a good restaurant. I’ve stayed here numerous times, either just passing through or to day hike in the Guadalupe mountains.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 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

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Pet friendly, clean rooms (small), but we had a courtyard room that helped. The food was good in the dinning room, but the service is absolutely the worst.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

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

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

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast I was blessed. The restaurant has an excellent menu that the locals come to dine. There are beautiful big windows to look out and outdoor seating on those rare Texas days you can sit outside.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 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

8/10 Good

Dana k

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Super comfortable beds. Warm and cozy esthetic. If you’re on a road trip I highly recommend, specially if traveling with your furry family members.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

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

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good variety, excellent coffee and juice. Waffle station. Very friendly staff. Love the Hotel El Capitan!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucille

beautiful hotel, friendly staff, exceptional food
Stayed 1 night in May 2025