As someone who seeks out a trail ride every time we visit somewhere new...this was a trail ride for…read morethe ages. We did a early morning ride with Evo (gotta consider heat and horses) and his knowledge of plant life, history, suggestions for a scenic drive to Marfa, etc. made our excursion completely delightful. Evo also took a few moments to snap LOTS of pics of us (worthy of a picture frame). Evo was polite and respectful of our time and made the trip a nice way to end our vacation. The icing on the cake was Miss Dottie, the cattle dog who was a great addition for our ride.

We stayed in the Badlands Hotel at the Lajitas Golf Resort. The place had the vibe of the old…read morewest, which was really a cool experience. The staff here are outstanding. Very professional friendly, and helpful in any way that you need. The setting of the place is gorgeous (please see photos). There are mountains, the cacti, the sunsets. The golf course itself is really pretty as well. The restaurants on the grounds are all pretty good. Ultimately, it's a great place and I would not hesitate to stay here again on future visits!

The food here is excellent!…read more The Candelilla Cafe is a great place all the way around. We had both Dinner and Breakfast here and could not have been happier with our meals, the service, and the setting. An unlikely place to find a great Salmon dish I know, being in the dessert and all, but it was really tasty and perfectly prepared! Eating dinner and watching the beautiful sunset was an amazing experience. Breakfast was equally matched by the quality and preperation of the food, and seeing the beautiful sunrise! No complaints about this place e at all, wonderful experience!

My husband and I live in Alpine and often like to visit Terlingua as a day trip to get out of town…read moreand enjoy the scenic drives. We decided to stop and eat at the Candelilla restaurant as we have so many times before in the past years. They must have new management and have changed their policies because we were ever so rudely turned away. They asked if we were guest of the resort, of course we said no and so they proceeded to tell us that they do not take non-resort guests after 5 pm. Looking into the restaurant, there was literally no guest dining. I don't know how they expect to make any money turning away people when they have no guest. I don't know how any server can make a living when there is no one to serve. They said we were welcome to the bar. I was not looking to drink. I was looking to have a nice meal with my husband. This is not only frustrating as a paying customer looking for a decent meal but is very sad and poor management. Like I said, I have never had this issue in the past years. We ended up spending our hard earned money at the Starlight who welcomed us with open arms. After telling our waitress that we tried going to the Candelilla, she laughed and said, "Oh yea, they don't take any locals or tourist. If you are not a golfer then they will send you packing. But that's ok because we don't mind the extra business and we will gladly take Lajitas' money." WOW no other words. Be warned transient drivers, weary tourist looking for a nice dinner, or just one of the locals you are not welcome at Lajitas Candelilla Cafe. What a shame after all these years. The Starlight was welcoming, amazing staff, great food, and will gladly take your "Lajitas' money."

**This is a 3.5 star review.**…read more This place is really close to being off the grid, but there are just enough amenities to keep you comfy. It's also a fantastic place to take photos of the stars. The staff: Wonderful! Everyone I encountered made me feel like a million bucks. I encourage you to ask them how they ended up here, because their stories are wonderful. The room: We stayed in #28, which was close to everything, including the laundry, office and restaurant. I liked the convenience, but would've preferred a room a few hundred yards away so that I didn't have to dodge generators and power lines for my nightly photo shoots of the galaxy. -- The beds were comfortable, and the rooms were clean. Question though: Why would you put a refrigerator in the room and not a TV or microwave? Additional amenities: There is laundry here, as well as ice, snacks and a few essentials available at the HQ. Other comments: One other reviewer complained that this place wasn't close to Terlingua and listed Alpine on the GPS. He's right and he's wrong. First, it's called Terlingua Ranch Lodge, and it has a Terlingua postal address. Secondly, 40 miles is nothing to these folks. I talked to someone at the desk whose daughter attends public school in Terlingua and takes a 45-minute bus ride every morning. Finally, my GPS also says Alpine, despite that Alpine is 70 miles up the road. GPS also misspelled my last home address. So what! Nothing is close here! It's SW Texas, for crying out loud. -- I would highly recommend renting a car or SUV to visit this place as the last few miles of the trip on the ranch road is covered in loose rock. I experienced one window chip, and I'm pretty sure that there are some dents on the undercarriage. Thank goodness my credit card includes insurance on rental cars. And thank goodness someone advised me not to take my own car. Finally, though I highly recommend this place, I think they suffer from an identity crisis. On one hand, I can pretty much buy anything I need at the office; eat what I want at the restaurant; do my laundry; get decent internet access; take a hot shower, and set the room temperature to a comfortable 72 degrees to sleep on a nice mattress. This place obviously doesn't want to be known as "off the grid," so why not put TVs in the rooms and a microwave and coffee maker? Either way, I would certainly stay here again.

A nice rustic and pup friendly place to stay if you are visiting the Big Bend National Park or…read morestate park. The cabins/rooms are clean with the basic necessities... no frills. They have a nice pool onsite along with a great little restaurant serving up meals all day. Everyone on staff we encountered was friendly, helpful and welcoming. Be ready to disconnect or bring a good book, WiFi is spotty which is totally fine if you are out here in the first place (no cell service) we enjoyed ourselves!

Lajitas resort is in sad condition. The rooms are sorely outdated, smell bad and are in disrepair…read more Definitely not worth the trip.

I can't say enough about this experience but I'm going to try…read more Our guide was fantastic. He was informative, friendly, and gave us a true adventure. Loved the fact that it was a small group. There were a total of 6 of us and then the guide. We were also lucky enough that my husband and I were on the ride with 2 other couples which made it more comfortable. It was not an average boring trail ride either. We took the unconventional trails, dips, and hills. Joining us was the guides dog, so friendly and so much fun. He ran along side us and the horses seemed to be totally comfortable with him around. We arrived at the top just in time to see the beautiful sunset behind the neighboring Mesa. When we arrived, we sat at the two picnic tables waiting for us. We had cheese, crackers, fruit with a fruit dip, along beer and wine. When we were arriving at the stable at the end of the ride, our guide noticed that the fireworks might make the horses a little uneasy so he made sure to stop and make us aware and let us know that if we or our horses felt uncomfortable we should let him know. I would definitely recommend this trail ride to anyone considering it. It is well worth the money.

This place is the epitome of a laid back, recharge batteries, stress free time. If you want WiFi or…read morecell phone service, this is not the place for you. If you want to unplug and unwind, you found the right place. Bring your food and drink with you as there is only 1 general store within the 40 mile trek to Presidio. Also gas up in Marfa or Presidio, as those are your closest gas stations. General store has beer, but if you want liquor your closest options are Marfa or across the border in Ojinaga.

Worth the journey! Wonderful place to relax and take a dip. You may never want to go back home…read more Jefe, the cat, was an extra friendly bonus and the stars felt like you were on the moon.

The food is the best in the ghost town, much more flavorful and authentic tasting than the…read moreStarlight Theatre. I really recommend to come here for breakfast and have some really good food to start off your day!

Super super super cute little spot to grab a coffee and a quick breakfast before starting your day…read more Had the asado burrito and it was amazing! It was a special on the board out front, so not sure if it's a regular thing but I loved it and hoping to go back to get it one more time before going back home to Houston. The patio is also a great size, quiet & relaxing, with peaceful views of the mountains in the distance. Make sure to give them a try on your next visit.

We stayed in the A frame and we couldn't have asked for a better place. The owners thought of…read moreeverything. It was fully stocked with everything you needed and more. The game room had plenty of games, pool, foosball, air hockey, etc. They let you know the best places to get food, groceries, and gas. If you needed anything, their response was very quick. The views and stargazing were out of this world. I would definitely stay here again. Thank you so much.

our first visit to big bend was made all the better when we booked an A-frame cabin. what a gem!…read more big clean modern bath (walk in shower) and fully equipped (with dishwasher!) kitchen. property management is responsive and helpful. the property and grounds are clean. guests respect the "low light" suggestion- so the stars are big and bright! highly recommend!

Had a wonderful stay in casita #3…read more The casita was clean and modern, and in a quiet location too. Soft towels, soft sheets, adjustable AC and heat, TV, and ceiling fan. In kitchen there's a table and mini fridge, and limited amenities in the cupboards (dish soap, sponge, rags, only a few plates, few cups, silverware, knives, microwave, etc). Any cooking should be done outside on the grills. Outside there's also an ice machine, lawn games (corn hole, giant jenga), as well as a fire pit (closed in summer), hot tub (closed in summer) and pool. The grounds are well kept with gardens and a variety of plants. There's also a coffee shop onsite that serves a variety of drinks and a few food items. Grateful for the free wifi because my Verizon phone had 0 service here or at the park. AT&T had good service though. Stargazing: Beside the annoyingly bright streetlight at the white house on the adjacent property, it's very dark here and we saw more stars here than at home. Sunset and sunrise were both beautiful here too. Awesome location, just a short drive from Big Bend National Park! There's also as a small grocery store (Cottonwood), gas station (Alon), and a few restaurants within a short drive. There's even a liquor store next to the property that has beer, wine, liquors and more! Friendly service too. Truly an excellent place to stay!

Nice and comfortable stay with all the amenities we needed. Great views and sunsets. Close to Big…read moreBend National Park. Was able to see more stars than in the suburbs of Buffalo and I got some decent long exposure pictures of the sky at night.

Words can't describe the view of the night sky at The Summit near Big Bend National Park. The…read moreisolation and quietness of the desert made the entire experience feel surreal. The dome glamping felt both cozy and luxurious, with every detail thoughtfully done. The restrooms and showers were clean, modern, and honestly exceeded expectations for such a remote location. Waking up and ending the night surrounded by those West Texas views was unforgettable. If you're looking to disconnect, soak in nature, and experience some of the most beautiful night skies imaginable, this is the place. Definitely will be returning.

What a unique place to stay in the desert! It was a clean and cozy space complete with chairs, a…read moremini fridge, and a sink. Each dome had its own fire pit for a peaceful place to sit outside to take in some fresh air and enjoy the night sky. There was some thought put into which direction each dome faced so that your neighbors aren't looking into your dome. The communal showers and toilets were much nicer than expected. They had nice outdoor sinks and mirrors by the communal bathrooms. The outdoor kitchen was clean and well maintained. The entire area experienced a power outage and cell service outage. We were legit off the grid more than we bargained for . But, there was a nice man (Jeff) that visited w each group personally to keep us up to date. They also did a good job of texting us about updates. However... it's kinda hard to get updates when u don't have service. Once we had service, they were quick to reply. I was thankful that they made sure our dome was cool once the power came back on.