The Best Hotels Closest to Santa Elena Canyon in Terlingua - 2026 Updated Prices

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A covered wooden walkway with a view of a parking area and mountains.

A reception desk with a computer, a coffee machine, and a wooden cabinet with postcards.

A modern building with a sign reading "BIG BEND STATION".

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden nightstand, a ceiling fan, and a colorful abstract wall mural.

1. Big Bend Station

12.1 mi from Santa Elena Canyon

Efrain

£80

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A rustic building with multiple levels and a staircase, surrounded by greenery and a paved area.

A spa and theatre sign in front of a building with a stone facade and a well-maintained lawn.

A dining area with a table and chairs, a fountain, and a mountainous backdrop.

A poolside area with a covered patio, lounge chairs, and a table set for dining.

2. Lajitas Golf Resort and Spa

12 mi from Santa Elena Canyon

Ilka

£192

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A stone pathway leading to a body of water, with a wooden fence and a palm tree on the left.

A bedroom with a stone wall, a wooden bed frame, a patterned bedspread, two bedside lamps, and a small wooden nightstand.

A living room with a stone fireplace, a blue armchair, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp.

A motel with a sign reading "Easter Egg Valley" and "Chisos Mining Co. Motel".

3. Chisos Mining Co Motel

11.5 mi from Santa Elena Canyon

Carter

£107

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A hammock under a roofed area with a view of a sunset over a desert landscape.

A row of wooden cabins with a mountain backdrop.

A wooden structure with a porch, a door, and a window with blinds.

A swimming pool with a wooden deck, surrounded by mountains and a cloudy sky.

4. Terlingua Nights Cabins

12.3 mi from Santa Elena Canyon

Dylan

£175

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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Hotels recommended for families near Santa Elena Canyon

A wooden cabin-style kitchen with a large stove, double sink, and wooden cabinets.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a high wooden ceiling, and patterned rugs on the floor.

A rustic wooden building with a sign reading "GUNS" above the entrance.

A rustic cabin with a gravel driveway, surrounded by rocky terrain and sparse vegetation.

Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #3 (The Gun Shop)

Terlingua

£136

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A rustic interior with a stone fireplace, wooden ceiling, and traditional decor.

A U.S. Post Office in Terlingua, TX, with a wooden exterior, a concrete porch, and a mountainous backdrop.

A rustic cabin with a metal roof, surrounded by dry vegetation and rocky terrain.

Two rocking chairs facing a desert landscape with mountains in the background.

Ten Bits Ranch - Room # 17 - Post Office

Terlingua

£144

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A rustic interior with a stone fireplace, wooden ceiling beams, and a bar area with stools.

A desert landscape with a wooden fence, rocky terrain, and sparse vegetation.

A cozy room with a stone fireplace, a bed with a metal frame, and a wooden ceiling.

A view of a mountainous landscape with two wooden Adirondack chairs and a stone fire pit.

Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #14 - The Saloon

Terlingua

£144

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A rustic building with a dirt path leading to it, surrounded by desert vegetation and a mountain in the background.

A stone-floored indoor pool with a metal ladder, stone walls, wooden windows, and a skylight.

A room with a stone hot tub, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a refrigerator.

A spacious room with a stone pool, a bed, a TV, a microwave, and a small kitchen area.

Ten Bits Ranch - Bath House room #16

Terlingua

£162

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A wooden table with a metal coffee pot, a bowl, and a mug, set against a desert landscape with mountains in the background.

A kitchen with a wooden island, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden door.

A desert landscape with a building featuring a stone pathway, wooden pergola, and a cactus plant.

A room with a wooden door, a window with a view of a desert landscape, a potted plant, and a curtain.

Big Bend Escape • Designer Adobe w Mountain Views

Terlingua

£522

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A stone-walled corridor with blue doors leading to a bathroom.

A rustic room with a bunk bed, wooden shelves, and a woven ceiling.

A rustic bathroom with a stone sink, wooden beams, and a large mirror.

A stone building with a wooden pergola, outdoor seating, and a stone staircase.

Big Bend Bunkroom - affordable right outside Big Bend Nat'l Park.

Terlingua

£171

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A stucco house with two doors, a small patio, and a garden with agave plants.

A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed artwork on the wall.

A room with a wooden door, a small shelf with bottles, a ceiling vent, and a concrete ledge.

A caravan in a desert setting with a dirt path leading to it, surrounded by sparse vegetation and mountains in the background.

Ghost Town Casitas — Casa Piedra & Desert Pearl together

Terlingua

A cozy interior with a stone fireplace, wooden ceiling, and a dining area with a patterned tablecloth.

A rustic building with a wooden deck and a metal roof, surrounded by desert vegetation.

A rustic wooden building with a porch, a barrel, and a sign that reads 'TAQUERIA'.

Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #2 (The School House)

Terlingua

£136

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

Top Santa Elena Canyon Hotel Reviews

Ten Bits Ranch - Bath House room #16

10/10 Excellent

"Great"

Lajitas Golf Resort and Spa

8/10 Good

"It was a nice oasis in the desert!"

Ten Bits Ranch - Room #19 Lewis Land & Cattle Co.

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful place to stay! Highly recommend. The room was clean and comfortable and the views were stunning."

Ten Bits Ranch - Room # 20 - Law Office

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing desert scenery, very quiet and peaceful!!!"

The Chisos Suite - overlooking the Chisos Mountain range.

10/10 Excellent

"The view was incredible."

Ten Bits Ranch - Room #13 Jail

10/10 Excellent

"The accommodations were perfect. The community kitchen was well stocked. The night sky views were amazing. Would highly recommend staying here."

Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch - Room #15 - Freight Office

10/10 Excellent

"Staying at Ten Bits Ranch was an incredible experience. The scenery and stargazing were exceptional and the cabin itself was very cozy. It was clean and as described in the listing."

Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #3 (The Gun Shop)

10/10 Excellent

"Close proximity to everything and it even rained for a few hours the day we left and had no problems."

Chisos Mining Co Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and cozy, staff was very nice and easy to work with."

Other attractions near Santa Elena Canyon

Mesa de Anguilla

9.0/10 (29 reviews)

You can take time to visit Mesa de Anguilla during your travels to Terlingua. Amble around this relaxing area's parks or seek out the golf courses.

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Castolon Visitor Center

8.8/10 (13 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Castolon Visitor Center, a lovely green space in Big Bend National Park. Discover the area's desert landscape and mountain views.

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Mule Ears Overlook

Learn about the local history of Big Bend National Park when you spend time at Mule Ears Overlook. Discover the area's desert landscape and mountain views.

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Terlingua Ghost Town

7.8/10 (33 reviews)

Terlingua Ghost Town is just one of the places to see in Terlingua, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Savour the area's bars and restaurants.

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Starlight Theatre

You can find out about the history of Terlingua with a visit to Starlight Theatre. Wander the gardens or discover the area's stargazing spots.

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Big Bend Library

Big Bend Library is just one of the places to see in Terlingua, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the gardens or discover the area's stargazing spots.

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Barton Warnock Visitor Center

9.0/10 (67 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Barton Warnock Visitor Center, a lovely green space in Lajitas. You can seek out the golf courses and hiking trails in this relaxing area.

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Amarilla Mountain

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Amarilla Mountain during your travels in Terlingua. Wander the gardens or discover the area's stargazing spots.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Elena Canyon?

Santa Elena Canyon is located in a scenic area of Terlingua that travellers like for its parks and golfing. Terlingua is home to 198 hotels and other accommodation options, so you can find something that's perfect for your stay.

What's the best place to stay near Santa Elena Canyon?

Big Bend Station is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. You'll find it 12.1 mi (19.4 km) from Santa Elena Canyon. Other good choices in the area include Lajitas Golf Resort and Spa and Willow House.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Elena Canyon, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Santa Elena Canyon.

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Our top choices for Santa Elena Canyon hotels

1. Big Bend Station

2. Lajitas Golf Resort and Spa

3. Chisos Mining Co Motel

4. Terlingua Nights Cabins

Hotels recommended for families near Santa Elena Canyon

Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #3 (The Gun Shop)

Ten Bits Ranch - Room # 17 - Post Office

Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #14 - The Saloon

Ten Bits Ranch - Bath House room #16

Big Bend Escape • Designer Adobe w Mountain Views

Big Bend Bunkroom - affordable right outside Big Bend Nat'l Park.

Ghost Town Casitas — Casa Piedra & Desert Pearl together

Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #2 (The School House)

Top Santa Elena Canyon Hotel Reviews

Ten Bits Ranch - Bath House room #16

Lajitas Golf Resort and Spa

Ten Bits Ranch - Room #19 Lewis Land & Cattle Co.

Ten Bits Ranch - Room # 20 - Law Office

The Chisos Suite - overlooking the Chisos Mountain range.

Ten Bits Ranch - Room #13 Jail

Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch - Room #15 - Freight Office

Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #3 (The Gun Shop)

Chisos Mining Co Motel

Other attractions near Santa Elena Canyon

Mesa de Anguilla

Castolon Visitor Center

Mule Ears Overlook

Terlingua Ghost Town

Starlight Theatre

Big Bend Library

Barton Warnock Visitor Center

Amarilla Mountain

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