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Terlingua Ranch Lodge

3.0 star property
Hikers find their perfect retreat at Terlingua Ranch Lodge, with nature trails leading to a peaceful garden, library, and homestyle BBQ after a day of exploration.

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Terlingua Ranch Lodge offers a mountain escape with hiking and biking trails, a seasonal outdoor pool, garden, library, in-room WiFi, a restaurant, and BBQ grills.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$243
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View, Mountainside

Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually furnished, desk

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(64 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Accessible, Mountain View

Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room, Accessible, Mountain View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

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

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

Map
16000 Terlingua Ranch Rd, Terlingua, TX, 79852

What's nearby

  • Many Stones - 43 min drive - 33.1 km
  • Big Bend Library - 49 min drive - 41.8 km
  • Big Bend National Park - 50 min drive - 45.2 km
  • Starlight Theatre - 54 min drive - 49.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Bad Rabbit Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Terlingua Ranch Lodge

Lodge in the mountains
A terrace, a garden and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at Terlingua Ranch Lodge. Active travellers can enjoy hiking/biking trails at this lodge. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities and a restaurant.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Barbecues, a banquet hall and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Decks/patios, highchairs and heating

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Big Bend Station
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  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry room
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The price is NZ$262
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
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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
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • 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

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

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 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 50.00 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from March to October
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

Does Terlingua Ranch Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Terlingua Ranch Lodge?

As of 22 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Terlingua Ranch Lodge on 3 Jan 2026 start from NZ$242.98, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Terlingua Ranch Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 30 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Terlingua Ranch Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Terlingua Ranch Lodge?

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

What time is check-out at Terlingua Ranch Lodge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Terlingua Ranch Lodge located?

Situated in the mountains, this lodge is within 25 miles (40 km) of Many Stones, Big Bend Library and Big Bend National Park. Starlight Theatre and Persimmon Gap Visitor Center are also within 32 miles (52 km).

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Reviews

Terlingua Ranch Lodge Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 285 out of 532 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 152 out of 532 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 532 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 532 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 532 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy, felt safe and nice clean place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Amenities
Wonderful place, enjoyed my stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great here; staff was helpful and friendly. What a great place for peace and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Fun place close to Big Bend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and excellent food
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to see stars at night. Room was very clean. Great amenities and a cool restaurant around the corner to grab a bite to eat. Very dark at night to stargaze. Will be staying here again. 100% recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice employees
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Great place with beautiful scenery. We stayed with two dogs.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pradip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean . It was warm , cozy and both cold and hot water running without any glitch. Location is a quite far from the Terlingua downtown though but the ranch is fully self supportive and has its own nice restuarant with nice great food options both for breakfast , lunch and dinner with reseanable price. Place is situated very next to beautiful canyons and lot many off-road gravel roads all around.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay. Felt remote and a great getaway from the city! The views are beautiful. Front desk staff amazing , restaurant has good food! We enjoyed our stay at the ranch.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome property, awesome staff. Restaurant exceeded expectations. An all around amazing experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay! The room had even more amenities than their website mentions. And we love that it was dog friendly. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay and visit Big Ben NP. And watch the stars in the dark. room was comfortable and clean. Our group of three rate this property👍👍👍!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great. Staff is awesome! Cafe food is yummy!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the property but it was a bit off of the beaten path, which I'm sure some love.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Staff & service
If you want to get away from it all, this is the place for you. No cell service, spotty wifi, no TV. Pretty stars at night. 15 mi off main hwy— last 3 mi unpaved. Restaurant on sight. Very friendly staff. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Betsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice rustic and pup friendly place to stay if you are visiting the Big Bend National Park or state park. The cabins/rooms are clean with the basic necessities... no frills. They have a nice pool onsite along with a great little restaurant serving up meals all day. Everyone on staff we encountered was friendly, helpful and welcoming. Be ready to disconnect or bring a good book, WiFi is spotty which is totally fine if you are out here in the first place (no cell service) we enjoyed ourselves!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

Disliked: Amenities
This is probably a great place to stay for groups or families. For a single person, not so much. There is apparently a bunkhouse but it was closed up when I visited. There is one trail that goes uphill to a bench that takes about 20 minutes to walk and that’s it. More trails would’ve been nice. It’s a pleasant place but for the money and the rough drive on 3 miles of dirt road I expected something more special. I was there to visit Big Bend Park and it’s my own fault that I picked a place that is an hour and 45 minutes from the Chios basin visitor center.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Forrest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was able to help with late check-in and then when we had to leave a day early was very accommodating. It is a long way down the road to get to it but worth it. Rooms are nice (small fridge ONLY) but sitting underneath the mountains is nice. Bad Rabbit Cafe is right there and can get you anything you need if you're hungry. We had a great time and would stay here again. You can stay in Terlingua in the motels but you won't get the same experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frands

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Prime location when you visit big bend. Amazing sky view at night! The cabin had all we needed
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sundara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet place. Neat. Wonderful place for star gazing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
13 miles off the main road.If you want quiet and dark skies this is the place.Restaurant was pretty good and staff very friendly.Rooms clean and tidy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025