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.
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
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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
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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 and 17 minutes' walk from Van Horn Rodeo Arena. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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Hotel El Capitan Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
The on-site restaurant offers delicious food, pleasant atmosphere, and convenient dining options with both indoor and outdoor seating. (49 reviews)
The property's complimentary breakfast was excellent, featuring homemade tortillas, salsa, and a variety of hot options. (41 reviews)
The property is extremely dog friendly, welcoming pets and providing amenities such as water bowls in the courtyard. (11 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
8/10
Comfortable, clean, and a beautiful property. Bed was comfortable as well.
Paul
2-night trip
10/10
It was a great place. Good food and cold drinks.
Israel
1-night trip
10/10
Great place. Wonderful restaurant
Heather
1-night trip
10/10
Beautiful hotel with very good restaurant
Penny
1-night trip
10/10
My stay here was great. The people are very friendly and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable. The food at the restaurant was great!
Stacy
1-night trip
10/10
Restaurant service was slow but otherwise staff were pleasant
tiffani
1-night trip
10/10
Very pleased with our stay.
Eldon
1-night trip
10/10
Loved the hotel and restaurant!
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10
Always love my stay at this historic property.
James
2-night trip
10/10
Great hotel better than what we expected would stop here again
Paul
1-night trip
8/10
Rooms are always clean with fluffy towels and comfy linen. We usual stay in a king with patio, but there is so much dust on the outdoor furniture it doesn’t seem worth it. You should get to the buffet breakfast early, like before 8 so you have more choices.
Charles
1-night trip
6/10
No one was told at check-in that they are having elevator problems.
Thomas
1-night trip
10/10
We enjoyed our stay.
Gerard
1-night trip
10/10
Excellent stay. The most comfortable beds ever. Friendly staff.
Kenneth
1-night trip
10/10
The El Capitan is a must stay! We've been here before and will definitely return. The service is awesome, the room cute and comfy, and the restaurant has GREAT food. We love this little oasis and stop and stay when we are traveling thru Texas.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10
Beautiful hotel!
Charla
1-night trip
10/10
Loved our stay as usual! Service is amazing and we always love staying here!
Meredith
1-night trip
10/10
Great experience Did not disappoint
James
1-night trip
10/10
Wonderful and unique property. Excellent staff, nice bar/restaurant. Will stay again if passing through Van Horn, TX
Todd
1-night trip
8/10
The hotel is fine. The loud traffic and train right out front of the hotel was insane. The trains horn blew multiple times during the night making for a horrible nights sleep. The breakfast was good. I only had a bagel but the selection was good.
Dawn
1-night trip
10/10
Very nice hotel in the middle of Van Horn. So much better than the chain hotels for roughly the same price. Liked the restaurant and bar on site. Lots of sitting areas inside and out to soak up the ambience of the place. Everyone we encountered was happy; staff, patrons and guests!
Matthew
1-night trip
10/10
This is a restored hotel
Nice atmosphere Excellent caring staff
Continental breakfast was nice
Noise from trains and road noise was not so nice
Catherine
1-night trip
10/10
Beautiful historic property that was well-maintained. The staff was extremely friendly and the room was comfortable. I would definitely recommend.
Tristan
1-night trip
8/10
Nice stay. A few more trains passing by then expected
Will
1-night trip
10/10
Amazing staff and room. This is a BEAUTIFUL hotel and I will be back.