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The Santa Elena Room - 50 minutes from Santa Elena Canyon.

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Terlingua, TX
  • Big Bend Library
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Barton Warnock Visitor Center
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Santa Elena Canyon
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Santa Elena - Room 1

1 Queen Bed

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Dining area

About this property

The Santa Elena Room - 50 minutes from Santa Elena Canyon.

The Santa Elena is a lovely stucco and stone accommodation facing Big Bend’s famous “Mule Ears” in the nearby Big Bend National Park.

The cozy room features a queen-size bed, air conditioning, wifi, and direct access to the West Courtyard and its’ firepit. The private bathroom includes a shower.

Its namesake, The Santa Elena Canyon is a fifty-minute drive from our guesthouse.

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Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Mountain view
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside the room, on the patio.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Terlingua

Located in Terlingua, this aparthotel is in a rural area. Homer Wilson Ranch is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park. Rafting offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking, mountain biking and horse riding nearby.
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Terlingua, TX

What's nearby

  • Big Bend Library - 12 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Many Stones - 13 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Barton Warnock Visitor Center - 18 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Mesa de Anguilla - 53 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Santa Elena Canyon - 57 min drive - 36.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Terlingua ghost town Starlight theater - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪High Sierra Bar & Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria El Milagro - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chili Pepper Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Long Draw Pizza - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Santa Elena Room - 50 minutes from Santa Elena Canyon. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Santa Elena Room - 50 minutes from Santa Elena Canyon.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Santa Elena Room - 50 minutes from Santa Elena Canyon.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Santa Elena Room - 50 minutes from Santa Elena Canyon. located?

Situated in a rural location, this aparthotel is within 9 miles (15 km) of Big Bend Library, Many Stones and Big Bend National Park. Big Bend Ranch State Park and Barton Warnock Visitor Center are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dennis M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Everything was as listed. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

M H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Stay

The cabin/room was beautiful! We stayed in the Santa Elena and the size and restroom was perfect for us. All very nice, rustic ranch decor! We enjoyed the porch and outdoor areas for sunrise and sunset! Host was very helpful and always accessible. Can't wait to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brief stay

Glad we arrived early enough to relax on the beautiful patio. My husband has a prosthetic leg and I was not aware of the outside steps. But other than that, it was a wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy stay, great location

We liked it so much that we’ve rebooked for our next trip to Big Bend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grason U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terlingua Treasure

Great casita, very clean with easy access to Big Bend both National and State Parks. Good food, coffee, shopping and bars within easy walking distance. Great view from rock patio of the Chisos Mountains and unbelievable star-filled skies.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing & Comfy in Ghost Town

Very cute property in the heart of ghost town. Hot water worked great, and the a/c/heater kept us very comfortable overnight even though it was super windy and cold outside. The communical kitchen worked well for us to cook a steak and enjoy on the patio. Beautiful scenary!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hiroshi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas in Terlingua

Santa Elena Room #1 was clean and cozy. Nice and private with bathroom inside room. Beautiful view of Terlingua and the stars. Walking distance to many things.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute spot

Close to the
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Great p-lace to stay that is close to everything in Terlingua
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Beautiful location right outside the West entrance to the National Park. Coffee shop in Terlingua is just near the guesthouse. Sunrise over the mountains is spectacular, and the dark skies at night mean awesome starscapes.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mom, Daughter, Pup

Beautiful and well maintained common area! Great views! Our room was comfy for the 3 of us. Ages 93,62 &3💜
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terlingua stay

This place was perfect , kids and myself really enjoyed it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice digs in Terlingua

The room and bath were clean, unique, quiet. Good quality linens and pleasant outdoor space. Stargazing at night and proximity to national and state parks were of first concern. Terlingua itself is an experience all its own, but people are friendly. Good dinner at the Starlight Theater, fun treats at Milly Way, and great breakfast and coffee at the Espresso y Mas! Suggest to owner that a plastic bathmat be available as the shower floor when wet and soapy was extremely slick. Also, we own property in the hill country with septic system and a boat with pump heads. None have ever required us to prohibit flushing of toilet paper. Surprising in a property at this price point.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arlene

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karlie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Halloween

Lovely and relaxing as always, thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and Relaxing

The property had everything we needed and was a great place to come back to after a day of hiking at Big Bend. The little coffee shop just below was a plus. Gorgeous views and night skies.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karlie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One Night - Milky Way

This is a great room! Beautifully laid out to enjoy views inside or on the porch and near the kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Stay in Terlingua

Really enjoyed staying here in Terlingua. Would recommend and certainly stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chantil G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect place !!

This place was even better than the pictures showed! It was literally the perfect place to stay there. It’s close to the entrance of the park, it’s close to the cutest and best coffee shop (which by the way, has the best breakfast, particularly the eggs Benedict) , and it’s also close to the starlight theater restaurant, which is open every day at 5 PM for dinner and the food was also awesome there too. The staff was very helpful and very quick to respond and very, very nice! We had the best time and if I ever come back out that way, I will definitely stay at the same place again. Definitely exceeded all of my expectations!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Small but unique room. Enjoyed the outdoor kitchen/bbq. Nice view from the courtyards for sitting out in the evening
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay in Terlingua!

Very peaceful, comfortable, and clean room with beautiful views from the patio. After day hikes at Big Bend it was wonderful to come back to our oasis and walk to dinner!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Not a lot of options near Big Bend, but loved our stay hear. So much character and room 1 has a private bath. Finding air conditioning and plumbing is hard, but really impressed with this. Love the atmosphere of Terlingua and the convenience to get to Big Bend NP. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
it snowed and was cold for our stay, glad to have a warm room to stay in,
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

holly b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ms. Holly

Great location for Big Bend, friendly, we very much enjoyed our stay and would return if ever in the area again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

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