Antelope Lodge, Alpine

Antelope Lodge - 1950s Motor Court with Pet-Friendly Cottages and Garden Courtyard

Located on the western edge of Alpine, this historic motor court stands as one of West Texas's first motel properties at an elevation of 4475 feet. The 3-star Alpine hotel features individual cottages with stone porches and direct parking access. Each room comes equipped with free WiFi, air conditioning, cable TV, and select units include kitchenettes for meal preparation. The central courtyard, shaded by pine trees, includes BBQ grills and picnic areas for guest use. Guest rooms showcase retro colors from green and pink to baby blue and tan, complemented by vintage 1950s tile work in the bathrooms. The property maintains its original character, with the Antelope Lodge name still inscribed in local rocks on the front porch floor. Situated 2 miles from Alpine Dog Park and Museum of the Big Bend, the lodge serves as a base for exploring Big Bend National Park, Fort Davis, and the McDonald Observatory.

Pros

Professional on-site management with office hours from 9 AM-7 PM Sunday-Wednesday and 9 AM-10 PM Thursday-Saturday

Front desk provides dishes, pots, and utensils upon request

Shared kitchen facilities available in main building

Storage space available in lobby refrigerator for guest groceries

Cons

100 miles from nearest major airport (Midland International Air and Space Port)

Pet restrictions include 50-pound weight limit and breed limitations