3 Best Hotels in Marathon, West Texas and the Panhandle

Cowboy, Native American, and Hispanic cultures are reflected in the furnishings and artwork of this gorgeously restored historic hotel, built in the 1920s by renowned architect Henry Trost, across from the downtown railroad tracks. There are several types of accommodations: the original upstairs rooms, some with shared hallway baths; a hacienda-style courtyard with posh adobe quarters; and three renovated homes with elegant bedrooms. The property sits on 27 acres with fragrant gardens.

This affordable, retro lodging comprises 10 rustic but attractive Southwestern rooms with double beds, private baths, and cable TV, as well as an apartment with a full kitchen. Amenities include an adobe courtyard with native plants, fireplace, and fountain. There is also a 19-space RV park with full hookups and an area for tent camping.