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Hotel El Capitan

2.5 star property
Van Horn hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Exterior
Lobby
Indoor wedding
1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk
Outdoor Patio King Room | Terrace/patio
In the heart of the city, Hotel El Capitan offers a warm welcome with a continental breakfast and happy hour at El Capitan Dining Room. Unwind in the garden, explore shopping on site, or get lost in a good book from the library. With free self parking and helpful staff who have left lasting impressions on previous guests.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room
  • Wedding services

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
$141 nightly
The total price is $160
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(119 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Courtyard Patio King Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Courtyard Patio King Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Outdoor Patio King Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Outdoor Patio King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(63 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Courtyard Queen Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Avid Hotels Van Horn by IHG

  • Free breakfast
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 195 reviews
The price is $90
$80 nightly
$90 total
Total includes taxes and fees
Sep 5 - Sep 6
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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 - 53 min drive - 61.4 km

Getting around

  • Van Horn, TX (VHN-Culberson County) - 6 min drive
  • El Paso International Airport (ELP) - 104 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

Enjoy your visit to Van Horn with a stay at Hotel El Capitan. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Fellow travelers love the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 50 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

  • Shopping

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Conference space (1225 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Library
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 22-inch TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

El Capitan Dining Room - Onsite restaurant. Happy hour is offered.
Gopher Hole Bar - Onsite bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 10 (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet, per night

Policies

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.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel El Capitan offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel El Capitan does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hotel El Capitan?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 40 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel El Capitan?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel El Capitan?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 10 (subject to availability).

What is there to do at Hotel El Capitan and nearby?

Hotel El Capitan has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel El Capitan?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, El Capitan Dining Room.

What's the area around Hotel El Capitan like?

Hotel El Capitan is in the heart of Van Horn, a short 2-minute walk from Clark Hotel Museum. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Hotel El Capitan Reviews

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

Popular mentions

Room
Restaurant
Service staff
Food
Historical
Breakfast
Bed
Bar
History
Bathroom

What guests liked

  • The on-site restaurant served delicious food and offered a pleasant dining experience with indoor and outdoor seating options. (50 reviews)
  • The property's complimentary breakfast was excellent, featuring homemade tortillas, salsa, and a variety of hot options. (42 reviews)
  • The property is extremely dog friendly, welcoming pets and providing amenities such as water bowls in the courtyard. (11 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful historic place!
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We love the character of the Hotel with the Bar a Restaurant being on sight
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I always make a point to stay here during my travels through West Texas.
Richard, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

Nice historic hotel with courtyard
steven, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice clean hotel. Friendly staff
rosaura, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The hotel was beautiful. Everyone was very nice and they are pet friendly
Rose, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous stay great staff but small hotel and town. So you should know that already going there. I love this hotel!
DANA, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very nice property. Loved having restaurant and bar on site
Steve, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Every time I go to Van Horn I stay at the cap. It's a great place. Great people, great beds
Scott, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

2nd visit - it's a lovely historic hotel with upgraded bathrooms. Great food at the restaurant.
Mary, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Unique and historic hotel. Freeway close.
JAYME, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent stay at this property. Restaurant and bar are top notch!
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great hotel
Charles, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

This is a beautiful hotel, very comfy beds, well maintained, clean and the staff is very friendly.
Jan, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Cute Well equipped and friendly historic hotel I enjoyed it.
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place. Feels like a throwback in time.
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It was quaint, great restaurant, and Rebecca at the front desk was phenomenal with her customer service.
Kristi, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

This is my 2nd time here and it was just as good as the first time. The menu at the restaurant was different which I enjoyed so I could try something different! Love love love this hotel. The history is so rich and I enjoyed reading all about it!!
Ashley, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Love this place!
Gary, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

This is a great hotel out in the middle of West Texas. The hotel was great, but the staff made it fantastic. They have a wonderful restaurant. A fun experience and we will definitely be back.
Richard, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It was a lovely place to stay. Electricity went out soon after we arrived and did not come back on until after 11pm. We rented a room that had a small patio but the water feature was broken. Overall highly recommend even with no electricity.
Michelle, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Wasnt much around to eat. And some places on google were no longer open or not with the correct updated address of its location. Overall it was a great stay
Ashley, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Historical
Jason, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Clean property, friendly staff.
rosaura, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

By far the best option in Van Horn
Brian Scott, 1-night trip