Terlingua Ranch Lodge

3.0 star property
Lodge in Terlingua with seasonal outdoor pool and restaurant

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Property grounds
Balcony
Property grounds
Miscellaneous
Seasonal outdoor pool

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
16000 Terlingua Ranch Rd, Terlingua, TX, 79852
  • Big Bend National Park
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Panther Junction Visitor Center
    ‪91 min drive‬
  • Santa Elena Canyon
    ‪97 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Mountain View, Mountainside

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View, Mountainside

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Desk
  • Mountain view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Double Room, Accessible, Mountain View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Desk
  • Mountain view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Terlingua

At Terlingua Ranch Lodge, you'll be 27.4 km (17 mi) from Many Stones and 34.4 km (21.4 mi) from Big Bend Library. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This pet-friendly lodge offers free WiFi in public areas, a library and a terrace. Added amenities include a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Terlingua lodge, you'll be 36.6 km (22.8 mi) from Big Bend National Park.

What's nearby

  • Big Bend Library - 49 min drive - 34.4 km
  • Big Bend National Park - 54 min drive - 36.7 km
  • Panther Junction Visitor Center - 91 min drive - 71.6 km
  • Santa Elena Canyon - 97 min drive - 59.5 km
  • Chisos Basin Visitor Center - 98 min drive - 76.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Bad Rabbit Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Terlingua Ranch Lodge

Lodge in Terlingua with seasonal outdoor pool and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. A seasonal outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Terlingua Ranch Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Terlingua lodge is smoke free.

  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Terlingua Ranch Lodge offers 32 accommodations with air conditioning. This individually furnished accommodation includes desks. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Highchair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 50.00 per stay)
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD50.00 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in March and close in October.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Terlingua Ranch Lodge Lodge
Terlingua Ranch Lodge Terlingua
Terlingua Ranch Lodge Lodge Terlingua

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Terlingua Ranch Lodge?

Yep, Terlingua Ranch Lodge has a free self car park.

Does Terlingua Ranch Lodge have a pool?

Terlingua Ranch Lodge has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open from March to October.

Is Terlingua Ranch Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as highchairs in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Terlingua Ranch Lodge is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Terlingua Ranch Lodge?

No, Terlingua Ranch Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Terlingua Ranch Lodge?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Terlingua Ranch Lodge's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Terlingua Ranch Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Terlingua Ranch Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 199 out of 402 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 128 out of 402 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 402 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 402 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 402 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Steven

Travelled with family
Disliked: Room comfort
In the middle of nowhere, close to nothing.
If you're staying here thinking you're staying in Terlingua proper, you're not. It's an hour drive to the "center" of Terlingua. And actually when we put the Lodge's address into GPS it gave us an Alpine address. So the name is misleading. If you're using this as a base camp for visiting Big Bend, it's about an hour and half to Panther Junction. Add an additional 20 minutes to the drive times given by Google Maps, the last three miles are probably the worst gravel road I've ever encountered (big rocks, washboard and washouts). So if you have a nice car or would rather not have to pay for a new front-end alignment, I'd avoid this place. We had a two night reservation here, but didn't return for the second night solely because of the road. Other than that, the place is pretty plain-jane. And noisy, our cabin was a four-plex and the neighbors were up early to get to Big Bend. Not really worth what they were charging.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Mahesh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very far from the park. Took more than an hour to get there from the gate
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaykumar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Night sky viewing experience
Location for night sky viewing was worth the driving unpaved roads for 3 miles.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Murlidhar, Katy

Travelled with partner
Property is good but too far from national park and 3 miles unpaved road. Too much dust and need power wash cleaning for car
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

JIARUI

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve read many complaints about the drive into the ranch. No bad considering where u are at. Just take it slow. No tv in the room. Which is great. If ur out here u are just using the room to bath and sleep. Mattress was great. Has ac and heat. Bring ur own coffee pot. There is no sink except what’s in the bathroom. The cafe was awesome. Ate there several times and the food and service was great. If u come in off of 385. Make sure it has not rained in awhile. The road is dirt from 385 to Terlingua ranch road. I think about 16-20 miles. Hour drive. But u may see some wildlife while cruising that road. We saw several bobcats and mule deer and a javelina, while on that road in the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

narayanan

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rogerio, San Antonio

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Area is beautiful we spent the night for the Geminids meteor shower and was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Surya

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good rooms with great views.

10/10 Excellent

Manan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay. Their bathroom needs an upgrade and 3 miles of bumpy road to reach the property makes it a 4/5 star experience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Lukas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price of 150 dollars/per night I was shocked to have AC/heating, that was very old, super loud and smelly. We had to turn it off for the night so we could sleep - and were lucky it was not so cold, there were only thin blankets and the walls are thin and provide no isolation at all. This was the main issue and I cannot imagine being there when it is too hot or too cold (which is in this dessert like enviroment almost always except some days during fall and spring which we were lucky enough to choose. The drive to Big Bend main hike trails is also quite long, so next time I would consider something else.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Cindy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, Remote Cabins
These are great little cabins, with no TV's or cell service, but WiFi is available. The staff was great. The beds are a little hard. We stayed in 2 different cabins because we had to move during our stay due to a water leak. The bed in the newer unit was more comfortable than the bed in the older unit, but still a little too hard for me. The area is beautiful, but very remote. It takes an extra 45 minutes to get into Terlingua for restaurants and gas stations, so once we finished for day at the parks, we made sure to get dinner before heading to the lodge, as we did not want to make the drive back into town again. Other than that, it was a great place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rustic is what we’ve come to expect in the Big Bend area
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

nancy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Lorrie

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Aakar

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property as expected. Nice play to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stars, sunrises, the whole nine yards. Love the remote nature of this place with excellent food options on site. Best getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing nighttime view of the sky. The room was very clean and a nice quiet place.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Marie

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is so dark and hard to find.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Matt

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The drive onto property at 5pm, not recommended! Certainly not the fault of Terlingua Ranch, head out the window along the horrific 3.5 mile bumpy, shake riad in an economy vehicle not for the faint of heart. Once checked in by the awesome staff, so welcoming, such a pleasure. The room was great. The beds, and the pillows!!!! Omg🤗 where do we buy these!!! Everything so worth the ride out of town, stargazing unmatched! Thank you so very much, for sharing your hospitality and serene experience, we’re thankful. Our highest recommendation.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024