Desert Inn provides a restaurant and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Free self parking
Smoke-free premises
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Desert Inn have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator (single-level property)
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Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
LCD TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Microwave
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning
Heating
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 3:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Desert Inn Van Horn
Desert Van Horn
Desert Inn Inn
Desert Inn Van Horn
Desert Inn Inn Van Horn
Frequently asked questions
Is Desert Inn pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Desert Inn?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Desert Inn?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Desert Inn?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Desert Inn located?
Situated in Van Horn, this inn is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Clark Hotel Museum and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Mountain View Golf Course. Prada Marfa is 31.6 mi (50.9 km) away.
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Desert Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 180 out of 333 reviews
10 - Excellent
180
Rating 8 - Good. 113 out of 333 reviews
8 - Good
113
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 333 reviews
6 - Okay
28
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 333 reviews
4 - Poor
10
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 333 reviews
2 - Terrible
2
9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
7.4/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10
Very clean and comfortable.
Michael
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
Quaint & comfortable.
Caroline
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
8/10
The Desert Inn is an old style highway motel. Personable staff. Clean room and bathroom. Parked my motorcycle right outside my door. Great peace of mind. I would stay again and recommend for others.
Jason
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
8/10
This was one of the cleanest rooms I’ve ever stayed in. The AC unit was loud, but kept the room nice and frosty. The train was kind of annoying but not nearly as loud as I feared.
Greg
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
10/10
Great Motel. I would come back.
Andreas
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
8/10
Quick overnight stay. No frills and great price. Easy check in.
Neil
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10
For the money? This was a Gem hidden in plain sight. The owner was both gracious and kind. The room was super clean. The only issue was the high speed freight trains running behind the property. Otherwise the best bang for the buck there is.
Robert
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
Very nice place for the price.
Emmanuel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
8/10
Clean and basic, comfortable bed.
jennifer
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
8/10
Great location
Kinusan
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10
Nice budget motel. Loved the sound of the trains rumbling by.
James
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10
Very clean
Angel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10
This is an older property in a town that has nothing to offer. However, when traveling on the 10 it is in the perfect location. The staff is friendly. Even though it is an older hotel, the rooms are spotless, beds are comfortable and we felt extremely safe. I would stay here again.
Dorothy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10
Great stay
James
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
8/10
location
mary
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
8/10
Fir the price good
Thomas
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10
Very clean, easy to check in, friendly staff. Rooms have all the basics at a bargain price.
Margaret
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10
Very clean and friendly.
Todd
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10
A good night's rest. Thank you!
Ronald
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10
Clean motel, friendly service. One of the older inns. The only negative is the railroad tracks directly behind our room shakes the whole building and No in-room coffee maker. Great price for an overnighter. Would definitely stay here again.
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
6/10
It’s what you expect from a motel in a small town. It’s an older property, so keep that in mind. However, I found it clean and fine for a overnight stay.
Niki
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10
I've stayed here many times over tge years and it's a great experience every time. Clean, comfortable, quiet, priced right, and the owner is very pleasant!
David
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
2/10
The room was not ready at 3:30. When I did go in the room, it smelled of excessive sprays to make it seem clean. Be aware there is a train that runs behind! No coffee pot! No bathtub. A very rundown building. Basically you get what you pay for, it’s a cheap sleep and run. We will be paying a little more next time somewhere else.
Becky
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10
Really nice room for a really affordable price. Easy on and off interstate.
Barbara
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
10/10
The desert inn was the best place I stayed on my trip. The staff are so kind and helpful and even stayed late for me when I knew I wouldn't arrive by check in time. They saved me from another cold night in the woods! The rooms aren't the biggest or fanciest but they're very nice and absolutely cannot be beat for the price. Would absolutely stay again and will only ever stay here if I'm in Van Horn.