The hotel is cute, the staff are nice. I hate to say anything negative about people in hospitality…read moreas it's hard work, but I've never seen anything like this in a room let alone a $200 one. My bed was a bloody mess that covered all sheets and the pillows. I'm hesitant to post a picture because it's a bit gory. I'm honestly not sure how this can happen in a hotel room. I couldn't sleep in it.

A charming West Texas gem with vintage flair and genuine hospitality…read more I've driven along I-10 between El Paso and points east more times than I can count, but somehow, I'd never stopped at Hotel El Capitan in Van Horn--a fact that has repeatedly surprised my physician, who has raved about it for years. Now I understand why. Hotel El Capitan is part of a small group of historic hotels in Texas (think Hotel Paisano in Marfa), and it brings that same kind of cinematic charm and small-town elegance to Van Horn. While most of the lodging in the area consists of typical roadside chains, El Capitan stands out as a true destination--picturesque, warm, and full of character. The experience begins with a beautiful courtyard that feels like a hidden oasis. There's a fountain at the center and plenty of outdoor seating, where guests can enjoy food and drinks from the on-site restaurant. Inside, the lobby is cozy and inviting--exactly the kind of place you want to settle into after a long drive. Though Van Horn is only about 90 minutes from El Paso, I was glad I made the decision to spend the night. My room had a charming mid-century vibe, with furniture that looked lovingly preserved from the 1950s or '60s. The bed was incredibly comfortable, and to my delight, the room included a private outdoor patio with two chaise lounges and a table--perfect for a quiet moment under the West Texas sky. The restaurant, like the hotel itself, keeps things traditional but thoughtful. The menu leans Texas-style with clear Mexican influences, and the service was warm and attentive. I ordered the pistachio-crusted chicken with a glass of wine, and it was the ideal wind-down meal. The next morning's breakfast buffet hit all the right notes--classic continental offerings with a few Southwestern touches that made it feel more personal. While I may not have frequent reasons to stay overnight in Van Horn, I'm really glad I took the detour this time. Hotel El Capitan is a little slice of West Texas history and hospitality, and it absolutely deserves its reputation as a must-see stop on the road.

Oh my goodness!!! The Italian food is to die for. Met the owner. Delightful. Wait staff one of the…read morebest I experienced anywhere. Allowed a friend and I to split a glass of wine after doing tastings. This was Friday night. We went back for breakfast/brunch on Sunday! The eggs Benedict were the bomb. 1892 for delicious as well. I love your coffee. One of the best cups I have had in years. Will make a point of going again when I go to Carlsbad.

Firstly, the service was WONDERFUL by our server -- she is a 5-star server (6/09/26). However, I…read morejust cannot give the rest of the experience justification (food-wise) even 3 stars. It was my husband's birthday on 6/09 and I wanted nothing more for on his birthday than for him to be able to visit Carlsbad Caverns and take him to Trinity for his birthday dinner. (My sister and I had visited Carlsbad in 2009/2010 and our meals (steak dinners) were absolutely 5-star with service to match.) I noticed that the restaurant had changed owners, though, in 2012, according to what I had read. The food, his pork chop, and my filet mignon dinners were so very mediocre. The loaded potato was disgusting looking in appearance and I just swiped my fork over a gruesome amount of cheese and bacon bits plopped on top of it. The filet mignon and pork chop were so uneventful. Vegetables were mediocre. We didn't even order an appetizer nor alcoholic beverages, but we wanted to give the server about a 22% tip because she was so nice and attentive, and our bill came to $90 + change. We would've and have had much better meals at Chili's!!! (The wooden 'school-like' chairs were not too comfortable, to boot.) So sad to see how drastically this place had changed....major disappointment (especially on one's birthday).

This place is clean, the staff is very friendly. The breakfast was amazing and there was alotto…read moreoptions to choose from. I chose to stay in a suite and it is very spacious. The size of the bathtub is just wow and the overall decor is beautiful making my stay super relaxing. The location is not that bad a restaurant and a convenient store is within walking distance the parking suitable.

The Best Western Plus Swiss Chalet Hotel & Suites in Pecos, TX has to be the best in town!…read more I decided it was time for a girl's trip that comprised of me, my mom, and my two young daughters. My mom enjoyed museum hopping and site seeing with us. She also got a really good night's rest here. As we left she referred to it as "a neat place." My daughters absolutely loved the pool and hot tub here - we had it to ourselves the night of 1/13/2024 and the following morning. They also raved about the hot breakfast with a cute little Texas-shaped waffle and a variety of boba pearls, including blueberry flavor. Yes, I said boba! We stayed in Suite #203. It was nice and clean with two double beds and a sleeper sofa plus two flatscreens and ample outlets. After taxes and fees, my rate was $160.99 The only pitfalls for me was the interstate noise which wasn't too bad, but I could also easily hear kids running up and down the hallway a few times. Additionally, we had to use towels from our room for the pool. At one point I had to go downstairs to ask for a blanket that I thought should have been supplied in the room as part of the sleeper sofa. Nice, friendly staff. I'd definitely recommend for families.

This was a convenient stay for a trip to Carlsbad Caverns. It was a roomy room with a fridge and…read moremicrowave, and access to the store right across the street. One other thing I really liked was the smart TV that allowed you to log into your own Hulu, Netflix, etc. I don't see that often at hotels and was happy to spend the night in, catching up on my shows! Only complaint about this place is that they did not seem to take COVID seriously as the woman at the front desk did not have a mask, nor seem to require one of those she was chatting with in the small office.

Pretty shocked by the super negative reviews. We received a really good internet price on the room…read moreand couldn't find anyplace cheaper to stay (including in Carlsbad). The room was typical motel, but it was a good size, comfortable and clean. Had no problem with the beds. Free WiFi, cable, typical free coffee packs, shampoo etc. I don't know why some visitors didn't receive the shampoo/soap. We had them. Best of all was the remodeled swimming pool area complete with water slides. Swimming pool was large. This was by far the best swimming pool area of all the hotels we stayed on during our road trip. The kids loved it. Unfortunately, we arrived at the hotel a little late and were only able to take advantage of it for an hour. There were two big negatives. Check in was really slow because their computer system was down. Because of that, the guy tried to charge us normal prices. Fortunately, we had previously printed out all of our reservation information and were able to retain our previous internet price ($80). Second big negative was the included free breakfast. Literally, they provided us with hostess cupcakes and ding dongs for breakfast! Gross. At least they had orange juice, coffee and milk.

I don't usually stay at Hilton but I do have a Hilton Honors account so I random chose to stay at…read moreHome2 just to see how it goes. And honestly it was a good choice, I think this might turn around my feelings toward Hilton that Doubletree in Toronto made me feel . The gym was good, breakfast was good in the morning. They provided light snacks and beer in the evening. The room was big and if I was staying long term I think it could be nice. The only down sides were that I had a towel with what seemed to be mold spots on it like the towel was maybe folded while still wet, and the shower head looked like it rarely gets cleaned.

Great accommodations and a plus for having free EV charging, this is the reason we chose this…read morelocation that and I'm a Diamond member. Staff was friendly and accommodating, breakfast was hot and fresh, coffee was hot and good. My only issue was the AC. There is a thermostat on the wall and you would think this controlled the AC, well, it does not! We didn't sleep very good because it would cool down then get very hot, we adjusted what we thought was the thermostat to the lowest setting and fan to on, but this did not work, finally at 3 am and sweating in bed I got up and looked at the unit under the window which is usually controlled by the thermostat on the wall. It was set to 74°. I adjusted it to 70° with constant fan, THIS finally fixed the issue, unfortunately I had to get up in 4 hours to leave. So if you're going to stay at this establishment, DO NOT USE THE THERMOSTAT ON THE WALL!

There aren't many great options to stay driving through West Texas, but this place is on a whole…read moreother level. Such a cute, clean, and welcoming spot after a long day. Definitely an older building, but the sweet owners keep everything so clean and up to date. The mini fridge and microwave were so appreciated. There's an itty bitty playground out front for the kids (and me hehe) and an astounding amount of plants they're growing around back, so I'd also recommend taking a walk around the property and checking out all the cool stuff!

Very clean, priced right. Just needing a place to sleep and shower then head out the next morning…read more This is the place.

Everything was superb! From check in, to the condition of…read morethe room/bathroom, to breakfast, Zero complaints. Even the parking lot great. The room & bathroom had an updated look. It seemed there was care and pride in this ownership of BW. I did notice that the freeway noise was audible while in the room, but I didn't mind since I was content with being able to see my car from my room. I had no idea that there was a bar in the dining area of the hotel that is open till 11pm (I checked in at 9pm so the only food they had left was a bratwurst sandwich and potato salad) it was a very nice option to have if everything else is closed. Lucky I ate before getting to the hotel. I would definitely stay here again in my travels between Houston and Northern California.

A solid three-star hotel suitable for travelers. Exceptional for quality of service and value…read more This is a better than average hotel property, and in a nice safe location. Texas-style restaurant/bar immediately adjacent. McDonalds about half a mile away. Plenty of easy parking. Nice small gym, and the pool seemed to be really popular with kids. The room was clean and I slept well. Staff went out of their way to be helpful. You really get the feeling they're trying to go the extra mile. And speaking of that, when we arrived I had thought I would need to go out for dinner and I was amazed that they provided that. It was nothing special -- salisbury steak, corn, and mashed potatoes -- but given that I really didn't want to go out after a long drive it was very welcome. However, the hotel breakfast was just OK so I went to the nearby McDonalds instead. This place kept surprising me on the upside. Everything was just a bit better than I expected for the price.

Very nice place, friendly people, reasonable prices for a decent hide out! The owners even took my…read morewife back into Seminole to get us some food