Big Bend Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Big Bend
Downtown El Paso
Downtown El Paso is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Plaza Theater and Abraham Chavez Theater while in the area.
East El Paso
While visiting East El Paso, you might make a stop by sights like Cielo Vista Mall and Butterfield Trail Golf Club.
Mission Valley
While visiting Mission Valley, you might make a stop by sights like Ysleta Mission and Speaking Rock Entertainment Center.
Northwest El Paso
While visiting Northwest El Paso, you might make a stop by sights like Sunland Park Mall and Franklin Mountains State Park.
Horizon City
Though Horizon City may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Eastlake Shopping Center and Eastlake Marketplace Center.
Central El Paso
If you're spending some time in Central El Paso, Rio Grande and Chamizal National Memorial are top sights worth seeing.
Wyndham Midland Downtown
This hotel was so nasty. The first room we had there was blood or some type of red substance on the shower curtin and it was dirty. There were dirty clothes under the bed left by another guest. They did change our room, but it was still nasty. The staff was helpful, but overall, the property is dirty ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Wyndham El Paso Airport Hotel & Waterpark
The one pool that is open is very nice although half of the water park is a construction zone and has a sulfur like smell. Not a single lamp worked in my room (no overhead light) and when the door to the room was closed there was about an inch gap between the door and the frame which was kinda creepy ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn El Paso West - Sunland Park by IHG
The hot tub was great! The property was clean and the staff was absolutely amazing!
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Fort Davis Inn & R.V. Park
Just needed a hotel so I could easily get to the Star Party at McDonald Observatory. This was perfect and quiet.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Red Roof Inn Del Rio
Clean room, large rooms Recently remodeled
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Terlingua Nights Cabins
Great Views and Very Close to Big Bend. No Bathrooms in the cabin it is shard space. My wife walked in on a man going to the bathroom #2 and he had the door wide open and did not bother to close it once my wife walked in. Partly my fault for not reading the reviews and seeing others post about how ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Popular places to visit
Fort Bliss
After visiting Fort Bliss, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in El Paso. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Sun Bowl Stadium
Catch an event at Sun Bowl Stadium during your trip to El Paso. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
University of Texas at El Paso
Explore the campus of University of Texas at El Paso during your trip to El Paso. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Balmorhea State Park
You can take time to visit Balmorhea State Park during your travels to Toyahvale. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
McDonald Observatory
Enjoy an outing to McDonald Observatory during your stay in Fort Davis. Discover the mountain views and restaurants in this relaxing area.
Davis Mountains State Park
You can take time to visit Davis Mountains State Park during your travels to Fort Davis. Discover the area's mountain views and restaurants.
- Fort Bliss
- Sun Bowl Stadium
- Sunland Park Mall
- Cielo Vista Mall
- Guadalupe Mountains National Park
- University of Texas at El Paso
- The Horseshoe Midland County Multipurpose Facility
- Sunland Park Racetrack and Casino
- Outlet Shoppes at El Paso
- McDonald Observatory
- Angelo State University
- Goodfellow Air Force Base
- Scharbauer Sports Complex
- Shannon Medical Center
- Rio Grande
- Don Haskins Center
- El Paso County Coliseum
- Marfa Lights Viewing Center
- Plaza Theater
- Cactus Hotel
- Abraham Chavez Theater
- El Paso Zoo
- Franklin Mountains State Park
- Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center
- Music City Mall
