Hotels Near Big Bend National Park in Texas

Diana Smith
Millions of tourists choose to visit Big Bend National Park, in Texas each year, to see the natural beauty of the area. It boasts over 800,000 acres and lies next to the Rio Grande River. Guests can enjoy activities in the mountains and the river such as hiking, biking, boating, camping, swimming, fishing and more. Guests who wish to stay in a hotel accommodation that is in very close proximity to the Big Bend National Park entrance, will be happy to know that there are multiple places to stay that are available.

El Dorado Hotel

Situated just next to the entrance to the Big Bend National Park, is the El Dorado Hotel. This hotel sits in the ghost town of Terlingua, Texas, offering a charming place with a lot of history. In addition to being just outside of Big Bend National park is is also just minutes from a multitude of other attractions. Some places of interest include the Starlight Theater, a dinner theater, the Jennsen Gallery which displays works of local artists, shops and restaurants. Each of the gust rooms are furnished with tables and chairs, microwave ovens, satellite television, miniature refrigerators, coffee and tea making facilities and hair dryers. Some rooms also have Jacuzzi spa baths. A restaurant and lounge is located on-site.

Chisos Mountains Lodge

The Chisos Mountains Lodge offers hotel accommodations inside of the boundaries of Big Bend National Park. Just outside the door there are breathtaking views of the beautiful Chisos Mountain Range, with acres of trails to hike on and explore, streams for fishing and boating and wildlife to observe in their natural habitat. This hotel sits at an elevation of just above 5,400 feet, with rooms that offer home-like amenities. Each of the rooms are equipped with refrigerators, microwave ovens, coffee makers, ceiling fans, private walk-out balconies and hair dryers. A gift shop, a restaurant and a quick shop are located within walking distance of this hotel.

La Posada Milagro

Situated just outside of the entrance to the Big Bend National Park in Terlingua, Texas, is the La Posada Milagro hotel. This facility offers a rustic decor with a bit of luxury. It sits within a few minutes of things to do and see, including the Big Bend River Tours and horseback riding at Lajitas Stables. There are restaurants within a short distance as well. Each of the guest rooms feature microwave ovens, refrigerators, coffee and tea making facilities, high-speed wireless access to the Internet, ceiling fans, air conditioning and hair dryers. Some of the rooms have fireplaces as well. Guests can enjoy the outdoor picnic area with fire pits, picnic tables and sun decks. A full service coffee shop is located on the La Posada Milagro property.

Resources and References:

http://www.big.bend.national-park.com/visit.htm

http://www.eldorado-hotel.net/index.html

http://chisosmountainslodge.com/

http://www.laposadamilagro.net/home.html

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