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 visit the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Fellow travellers love the comfortable beds and helpful staff.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
50 rooms
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
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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
Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
On-site parking includes off-street options
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 reception
Wedding services
Facilities
Garden
Library
Banquet hall
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
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 curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top mattress
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath 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 – On-site restaurant. Happy hour is offered.
Gopher Hole Bar – On-site bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late checkout 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 accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
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 that you 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 on-site 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 17-minute walk from Van Horn Rodeo Arena. Travellers say that the hotel is in a great location.
Hotel El Capitan Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
21 November 2024
Vicki
Vicki, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 November 2024
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 November 2024
West Texas gem
Love the El Capitan! Second time staying and it won't be the last. It's an oasis of retro cool. Grateful for the restaurant and the front desk staff.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 November 2024
Marisa
Marisa, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 November 2024
Kathleen
Kathleen, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 November 2024
James
James, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 November 2024
Trip to Texas
Wonderful, caring staff. My wife left her purse there and they mailed to us. We have stayed here everytime we travel from San Diego to Texas. Never disappointed.
Nelson
Nelson, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 November 2024
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 November 2024
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 November 2024
Great Stay in Van Hotn
The hotel and restaurant were delightful! Highly recommend.
Louise
Louise, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 November 2024
Mike
Mike, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 November 2024
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 November 2024
Lovely surprise in Van Horn
A little gem. Very comfortable, clean, cosy. Very friendly staff and a great building. So much nicer than all the cookie-cutter chains. Ideally located when traveling from Big Bend NP to Guadalupe and Carlsbad NO’s
Hans Eric
Hans Eric, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 November 2024
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 November 2024
NANCY
NANCY, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 October 2024
Incredible place to stay with delicious dinner options nightly!
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 October 2024
Iconic Hotel
we had a Great Stay! real cool and well maintained iconic hotel, western vibes, great food, friendly staff and right off the 10 in Van Horn
ROBERT
ROBERT, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 October 2024
Rolf
Rolf, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 October 2024
Kent
Kent, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 October 2024
Soft Bed / Great Breakfast
Loved this hotel. Rooms were comfortable and clean. We had a balcony to the courtyard - people were in the courtyard talking until about 11:00 so not too bad. Best hotel continental breakfast I have had and we always book where there are free breakfast. If you like history - book at Holtel El Capitan.
Jana
Jana, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 October 2024
Exceptional!
This beautiful, historic hotel is immaculate. It's well worth the extra few dollars to stay here. We've stayed here twice, and both times it's been excellent. The dinners in the restaurant are exceptional. Last night we were entertained with live music in the gorgeous courtyard. We highly recommend staying here over the nearby chain hotels.
Roy
Roy, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 October 2024
Larry
Larry, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 October 2024
Very quintessential old west Texas hotel.
I’ve stayed here overnight while passing through west Texas. There is not much in the town, but everything you need is in the hotel. They have a surprisingly really good restaurant with indoor/outdoor seating, free breakfast buffet & the rooms are cozy. Beds are comfy!