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El Cosmico

1.0 star property
Campground in Marfa with a 24-hour front desk and a bar

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Free WiFi
Free WiFi
Free WiFi
Living area
Free WiFi

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
802 S Highland Ave, Marfa, TX, 79843
  • Chinati Foundation Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Marfa and Presidio County Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Presidio County Courthouse
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Marfa, TX (MRF)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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Room options

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Free WiFi

Teepee Tent

  • Studio
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi

Large Trailer

  • Studio
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Studio
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi

Safari Tent

  • Studio
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi

Medium Trailer

  • Studio
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi

Bushtec Tents

  • Studio
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi

Extra Large Trailer

  • Studio
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi

Cosmic Kasita

  • Studio
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi

Yurt

  • Studio
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi

Small Trailer

  • Studio
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds

  • Studio
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds

About the neighborhood

Marfa

El Cosmico places you within a leisurely stroll of Marfa and Presidio County Museum and Ballroom Marfa. This 47-room campground welcomes guests with a bar/lounge and conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Chinati Foundation Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Fort D. A. Russell - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Marfa and Presidio County Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Presidio County Courthouse - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Marfa Lights Viewing Center - 11 min drive - 11.6 miles

Getting around

  • Marfa, TX (MRF) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Porter's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Sentinel Marfa - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Marfa Burrito - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Planet Marfa - ‬13 min walk

About this property

El Cosmico

Campground in Marfa with a 24-hour front desk and a bar
El Cosmico features free WiFi in public areas and barbecue grills. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. This campground also has a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Dining

  • A bar/lounge

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Fee: USD 30 per pet per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 47 units
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

El Cosmico Marfa
El Cosmico Campsite
El Cosmico Campsite Marfa

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around El Cosmico?

This campground is located in Marfa, a short 13-minute walk from Marfa and Presidio County Museum and also 16 minutes on foot from Chinati Foundation Museum. You'll also find Ballroom Marfa and Fort D. A. Russell less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at this campground?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the campground.

Does El Cosmico include a casino on the premises?

No, El Cosmico doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at El Cosmico?

No, there is no indoor pool at this campground.

What do couples enjoy most about El Cosmico?

Couples staying at this campground will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some accommodations include kitchens and desert views.

Are there hot tubs at El Cosmico?

No, this campground doesn't have a spa tub.

Does El Cosmico have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, El Cosmico doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does El Cosmico allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at El Cosmico for a fee of USD 30 per pet, per night.

How close is the airport from El Cosmico?

The closest major airport to El Cosmico is Marfa, TX (MRF), which is 4.8 mi away (8 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at El Cosmico?

Yes, some accommodations at this campground offer a deck where guests can enjoy desert or resort views.

El Cosmico Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 65 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

BRADLEY

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience. Nice property.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness

Good, but not great, Bushtec tent experience

This is a fun and pretty comfortable outdoorsy place to stay. However, we were there in Feb. The heater and hot water heater inside made the tent perfectly comfortable, but we could never get hot water in the tent's outdoor shower. Since the indoor tub was old and dirty, didn't want to use that. We tried the 'community' outdoor showers but couldn't get hot water there either. All else was great, albeit not as great as it would be in spring/summer/fall, when more people are there. Lots of space, a very cool vibe.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness
We stayed in one of the Bushtech tents for just one night after spending two nights camping and hiking in Big Bend National Park. The Bushtec tents have both an outdoor shower and indoor tub, but when we arrived in Bushtec tent#2 and tried to take a shower, there was a pipe that had burst next to the shower head so water was shooting all over the place (up into the air and unto the tent itself) and there was really low water pressure coming out of the actual showerhead. In addition, the water coming out of the showerhead was completely cold so we weren't able to take a (much needed) shower. When we told the front-desk manager the next morning, she just said she'd report it to the maintence manager. El Cosmico, please be sure all of the facilities/features in your lodging are up-to-standard and actually provide all of the amenities that your guests are paying for. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha P

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool Place for the family adventure
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
This review will sound unfair, because I booked late and didn’t account for the weather. My girlfriend and I arrived near sunset, and booked the tent accommodation on the website about an hour before we arrived. It looked great on Expedia, and the outdoor shower and bathroom sounded fun. But after I checked in I saw the tent was dirty, the outdoor bathroom looked unkempt, and the hottubs were booked up (people book the tubs for 7-11pm… why? So many other people could enjoy them in that time). Also, when I checked in, they couldn’t find my reservation. They said Expedia hadn’t synced up with them. After a long delay and a couple phone calls, the front desk finally ok’ed the reservation. We looked at the tent, bathrooms and shower, and my girlfriend looked very unhappy. I also looked at the weather report and realized it was going to be 34°F The front desk offered additional blankets, and reassured us the electric blankets were good, but somehow it looked like camping at a national park for five times the cost. I asked to cancel, but they wouldn’t refund us the money. I sent a sweet email and asked for a refund, but didn’t get a response. So… I sucked up the cost as a bad decision to come here. Sorry folks, I was looking forward to this visit, but my experience was bad
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

CINDY

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David, Nashville T

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a great visit . Loved my teepee experience. It was a fairly chilly night but the fire and electric blankets kept me warm . I hope to return with friends someday soon.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

rupert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
I love El Cosmico and Marfa. They have a vision few others have and it’s wonderful. It’s important El Cosmico focuses on deferred maintenance. Loose faucet handles, toilet handles, insulating pipes, etc.. Part of the charm is the cool design with a dash of grit, but it anll should function well. Overall, definitely make the pilgrimage.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

FRED

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff. Great property. Very comfortable. Awesome location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Watch out for the Goat Heads
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Maximillian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very unique way to stay in a hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Alba

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Teepees need work.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Interesting place

Interesting place to stay. Glad it had an indoor tub no shower inside only outside. Enjoyed the place nice and quaint.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ruben

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faith

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Warm cozy beds, wild pigs!

The bed in the safari tent is sooo comfortable and the bed warmer was perfect to keep us comfortable and cozy thru the night. The only downside was that a wild pig dumped over the trash near the office and parking lot. I picked up the one near the office, but the parking lot trash remained scattered until we checked out late that morning.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann-Marie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

AWESOME!!!!

This is not just a place to stay, it's a whole experience!!!! I would go back 100+ times!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have a wonderful time in el cosmico,we really enjoy our stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024