Hotel El Capitan, Van Horn

Hotel El Capitan - A Historic 1930s Henry Trost Hotel with Continental Breakfast and Business Facilities

Located in the heart of Van Horn's main street, the historic Hotel El Capitan was designed by renowned architect Henry Trost in 1930. This 5-star Van Horn hotel features air-conditioned rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs, microwaves, tea/coffee makers, and private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations. Select units include balconies and terraces. The property houses the El Capitan Dining Room serving American cuisine, alongside a bar/lounge for evening drinks. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM. Business travelers have access to 1225 square feet of conference and meeting space, a business center, and catering services. The hotel showcases a courtyard with a fountain and provides complimentary Wi-Fi, on-site shopping, and wedding services. Steps from Clark Hotel Museum and intersecting with Highways 90 and 54, the property sits two blocks north of Interstate 10, 1 mile from Culberson County Rodeo Grounds, and 2 miles from Mountain View Golf Course.

Pros

24-hour front desk with bilingual staff (English and Spanish)

Historic 1930s architecture by Henry Trost

Central location at the intersection of major highways

Comprehensive business facilities with conference space and catering services

Cons

Limited dining options within immediate vicinity (nearest restaurants 0.5-0.5 miles away)

Distance from major airports requires extended travel time