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Ghost Town Hotel
Ghost Town Hotel sits at the center of the historic Terlingua Ghost Town, tucked between the Chihuahuan Desert and the rough mountains that surround Terlingua. Formerly known as the Eldorado Hotel, the property has been refreshed as a pet-friendly hotel where modern conveniences sit alongside the mining-era character of the surrounding ghost town.
The hotel shares its grounds with the High Sierra Bar & Grill, putting Tex-Mex and American Southwest cooking, live music, and a covered patio a short walk from every room. Guests have free WiFi, free parking, daily housekeeping, en-suite bathrooms, and air-conditioned rooms with views across the Texas-Mexico landscape.
It fits travelers looking for a base inside the Ghost Town itself, whether the trip centers on day drives into Big Bend National Park, river time along the Rio Grande, or evenings spent exploring Terlingua’s ruins, cemetery, and porch culture after dark.
At a Glance
Known For
A location inside the historic Terlingua Ghost Town with the on-site High Sierra Bar & Grill, dark-sky stargazing from the property, and a pet-friendly policy that welcomes traveling dogs.
Location
100 Ghost Town Rd, Terlingua, TX 79852. About 45 minutes by car to Big Bend National Park and a short drive west to Big Bend Ranch State Park along the Rio Grande.
Hotel Rooms and Private Casitas
The main hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with en-suite bathrooms, daily housekeeping, and views out across the surrounding desert and mountains. Rooms blend the building’s older character with updated furnishings, and the property is set up to welcome pets alongside their owners.
For travelers who want more privacy, the Big Bend Bungalows sit at the base of Bee Mountain near the entrance to Terlingua. Two casitas, A and B, are styled with Western decor and include private outdoor patios with grills, fire pits, and wooden table seating for outdoor cooking and dining under the stars.
Hotel rooms are booked directly through the property, while the casitas are listed on Airbnb. The hotel works well for shorter park-focused stays, and the bungalows suit couples and small groups who want a self-contained space at the edge of town.
On-Site Dining at High Sierra Bar & Grill
Tex-Mex and Southwest Plates
The kitchen leans into classic Tex-Mex and American Southwest cooking, with smoked meats, hearty burgers, and spicy enchiladas built around fresh local ingredients.
Vegetarian and Vegan Options
The menu includes a selection of vegetarian and vegan plates so guests with different diets can sit down together without working around the menu.
Live Music and Events
High Sierra regularly hosts live music and can accommodate larger groups for birthdays, wedding receptions, and corporate gatherings with advance reservations.
Guest Services and Add-Ons
Ghost Town Shuttle
A local shuttle service helps guests move around the Ghost Town and nearby stops without needing to get back behind the wheel after dinner or drinks.
In-Room Massage
A mobile massage service can be booked directly to a guest room, a useful add-on after long days hiking or driving park backroads.
Catering for Groups
The High Sierra team offers catering for private events and groups staying on or near the property, with planning handled in advance through the hotel.
Practical Information
Reservations for hotel rooms are made through the booking system on ghosttownhotel.com, while the two casitas are reserved through their individual Airbnb listings. Guests can also call the front desk at 432-371-2111 or email reservations@ghosttownhotel.com with questions about availability, group bookings, or accessibility needs.
The property is pet-friendly and asks guests to mention pets at the time of booking. The hotel can accommodate guests with disabilities and asks that specific needs be noted at booking so the right room can be assigned. Free parking sits close to the entrance, and complimentary WiFi covers the property.
High Sierra Bar & Grill is open seven days a week from noon to midnight. Cell coverage in Terlingua is limited, so guests are encouraged to download maps and reservation details before arriving. The hotel parking lot is reachable using the coordinates 29.3198712, -103.6076631 if street addresses do not load on a navigation app.
Explore More While You’re Here
Big Bend National Park
About 45 minutes from the hotel, Big Bend National Park covers mountain hikes in the Chisos, desert drives, and Rio Grande river access.
Terlingua Ghost Town
The hotel sits inside the historic Terlingua Ghost Town, with mining ruins, the old cemetery, the trading company, and the famous front porch all within walking distance.
Big Bend Ranch State Park
West of Terlingua along FM 170, Big Bend Ranch State Park offers some of the most rugged backcountry driving and river views in West Texas.
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