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Hotel El Capitan

2.5 star property
Hotel in Van Horn with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Outdoor Patio King Room | Terrace/patio
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes
Lobby sitting area
Lobby

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Standard Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room

Highlights

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

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Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room

Highlights

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

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Courtyard Patio King Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Courtyard Patio King Room

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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Outdoor Patio King Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Outdoor Patio King Room

Highlights

Balcony or 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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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Courtyard Queen Room

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
100 E Broadway, Van Horn, TX, 79855

What's nearby

  • Clark Hotel Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Van Horn Rodeo Arena - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Red Rock Ranch - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Mountain View Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Van Horn, TX (VHN-Culberson County) - 6 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

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 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:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations
  • 22-inch TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and ceiling fans

Languages

English, Spanish

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

  • Private 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

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 at Hotel El Capitan?

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 within 1 mi (2 km) of Clark Hotel Museum, Van Horn Rodeo Arena, and Red Rock Ranch. Mountain View Golf Course is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.

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Hotel El Capitan Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 971 out of 1225 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 188 out of 1225 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 1225 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1225 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1225 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

Felipe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Price point is excellent when compared to other hotel options. I plan to stay here again the next time I'm passing through Van Horn.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the historical aspect and how well it has been maintained
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. The staff was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay! Accommodations were great and restaurant in hotel was fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great historic hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was clean, cozy and quiet. The breakfast was great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Al

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very well located
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So blessed to have come on this beautiful place, it was very convenient, delicious food, and wonderful service. The rooms were very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Hotel, clean, friendly staff. Drinks & Food with live DJ in the patio was great & relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in an almost forgotten town - very friendly staff, great rooms and a very good bar and restaurant. We had a room with patio which was nice - almost identical to the Paisano Hotel in Marfa - but i would say the Restaurant in El Capitan is better!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave and Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun historical hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and relaxing and the hotel is beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel,very pretty with style. Awesome service.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eldon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleased with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Everett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice historic Hotel. Restaurant has good food.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Captain is always clean, friendly staff, great restaurant and easy parking. A true gem in West Texas.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always love my stay at this historic property.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and unique place. Dinner was excellent. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thet are pet friendly and the rooms are so clean. I will continue to say here
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well appointed historic hotel. Beautiful courtyard. Friendly staff. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love El Capitan! We stay there at least once a year- never disappoints! Clean, love the restaurant, and the character of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Huan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and restaurant with exceptional staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

EDUARDO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice historic hotel. Clean, good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025