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The Big Texan Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Amarillo with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Family dining
Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
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

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Tomorrow

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(205 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(57 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(381 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bathrooms
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • 74 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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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.
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Map
7701 Interstate 40 Access Rd, Amarillo, TX, 79118

What's nearby

  • Big Texan Steak Ranch - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • American Quarter Horse Association - 4 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Tri State Exposition - 4 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Amarillo Civic Center - 8 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Wonderland Amusement Park - 12 min drive - 8.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Big Texan Steak Ranch - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cattleman's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ben E Keith - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Villa - ‬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

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

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

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Big Texan Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

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 at The Big Texan Motel?

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 and Kwahadi Kiva Indian Museum. American Quarter Horse Association and American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

The Big Texan Motel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2684 out of 3940 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 789 out of 3940 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 273 out of 3940 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 104 out of 3940 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 90 out of 3940 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

10/10 Excellent

Clark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cool old location, great value
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient stop with fun restaurant next door
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manolo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the hotel, our room, and the Big Texan Steak Ranch across the hotel. Great service, friendly people. Hope to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Flor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a fun stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Traveling with dogs and just needed easy, clean place to stay and eat. Place was perfect!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lachelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great food next door.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Was very clean, rustic appearance was great and with restaurant so close it was a huge win!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
A destination property.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Great place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We ensure we go by Big Texan on long trips. Love this place on Route 66.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My son and I loved our stay. Aurora was awesome. She made me feel at home. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value for price. Very convenient stop when going through Amarillo with a fun restaurant next door
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay on way home from traveling!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the entire place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, iconic motel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice place, conveniently located, nice, fun, clean, very easy to check in and out.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the room. It was very western.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No hasle check in clean quiet would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So unique. We loved the nostalgia and the restaurant is excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fun place to stay. Very Texan !!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay!!! Very cute…clean…staff were very nice and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacquie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super fun and kitschy!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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