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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
1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk
Indoor wedding
Lobby

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(116 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 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
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 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

Patio
Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 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
(59 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 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
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 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
  • Mountain View Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.4 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
  • An elevator, free newspapers, and 1 meeting room
  • A banquet hall, coffee/tea in the lobby, and wedding services
  • 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
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 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 steps from Clark Hotel Museum and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Mountain View Golf Course.

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Hotel El Capitan Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 988 out of 1235 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 183 out of 1235 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 1235 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1235 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1235 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

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay at this property. Restaurant and bar are top notch!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful hotel, very comfy beds, well maintained, clean and the staff is very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute Well equipped and friendly historic hotel I enjoyed it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love this place!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

rosaura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean property, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Brian Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
By far the best option in Van Horn
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very charming hotel with unique architecture and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great bar
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old hotel in great shape. Perfect stopping place between GTown and Tucson
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had such a great stay that we're rerouting to stay after our 5 week trip. The food was excellent and reasonably priced. The service throughout was great and while it's a charming 50 room historic hotel it has 21st century comfort.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dining and bar
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The overall property is very nice and well kept. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect for our class reunion from the conference room, food, and service. My room was great! Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 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

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

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

8/10 Good

Catherine

The hotel is very clean and nice. Our room is on the
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Quaint, nostalgic, and great carrot cake in the dining room
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Capitan is always in a good spot for stopping in my way to and from Texas and CA. However the train is noisy, the rooms are so tiny yet very pricey. The restaurant is good but the free breakfast is not. Overall the best place available in that area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 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

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a unique property built in 1939. It has been updated over the years...but many good things of the past have been preserved. We enjoyed the restaurant & bar and free parking. We highly recommend this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very nice and has lots of history. The staff was very friendly and helpful. they
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Al

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