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Marfa House El Balcon, in the heart of Marfa with direct balcony access

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Property grounds
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board
TV
Exterior detail
A modern living room with a brown leather sofa, a dining table with chairs, a ceiling fan, and artwork on the walls.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Marfa, TX
  • Place, Presidio County Courthouse
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Marfa and Presidio County Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballroom Marfa
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Marfa, TX (MRF)
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Marfa

This guesthouse places you next to Presidio County Courthouse and within a 5-minute walk of Marfa and Presidio County Museum. Guestrooms at this guesthouse include balconies, refrigerators, and coffee makers.
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What's nearby

  • Presidio County Courthouse - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Marfa and Presidio County Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ballroom Marfa - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Fort D. A. Russell - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Chinati Foundation Museum - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Marfa, TX (MRF) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bordo - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Marfa Burrito - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Water Stop - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Saint George - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Marfa House El Balcon, in the heart of Marfa with direct balcony access

El Balcon is a one bedroom/one bath studio apartment suitable for one or two persons located on the second floor of the Marfa House, an historic structure originally built as a railroad hotel in 1890 and lovingly restored over a 14-year period to preserve its old west charm and equip it with modern amenities. El Balcon has a private entrance from the second floor balcony of Marfa House and features premium bedding (which can be configured as a king-sized bed or two twin beds, at the guests' option), an en suite bathroom with shower, a seating nook with reading light, and a coffee station; and a second chair. Comfortable seating is also available right outside on the Marfa House balcony, where you can relax and peruse the goings on in central Marfa while sipping your favorite beverage. El Balcon guests also have access to the other Marfa House common areas open to all guests: the gallery sitting area, and the atrium at the rear, which features a fire pit and large screen television.

The City of Marfa charges a local occupancy tax of seven percent, in addition to the state occupancy tax of six percent. We are registered with the City as lodging No. S-105.
Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and the bathroom offers a hair dryer. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a balcony, and a refrigerator. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Exterior
Riata Inn
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  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 694 reviews
$129 nightly
The price is $137
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Things to do

  • Golf

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Shut off AC/Heating, ceiling fans, and TV.
Please bring your trash outside and leave in the city bin across the street.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Any smoking on the premises is subject to assessment of a $750 cleaning fee.
GUESTS MUST FIRMLY CLOSE ALL doors when entering or leaving the building to prevent entry of mosquitoes and other undesirables!!
Quiet time must be observed between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m.

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 12:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 20

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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this guesthouse?

This guesthouse is located in Marfa and just steps from Marfa and Presidio County Museum and Ballroom Marfa. You'll also find Chinati Foundation Museum and Fort D. A. Russell within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Marfa House El Balcon, in the heart of Marfa with direct balcony access?

No, there isn't parking at this guesthouse.

Is this guesthouse associated with a casino?

No, this guesthouse is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this guesthouse?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What do couples enjoy most about Marfa House El Balcon, in the heart of Marfa with direct balcony access?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will value amenities like premium bedding, free WiFi in some accommodations, as well as a firepit.

Are there hot tubs at Marfa House El Balcon, in the heart of Marfa with direct balcony access?

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

Does this guesthouse provide breakfast?

No, this guesthouse doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this guesthouse allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this guesthouse.

Are there connecting rooms at Marfa House El Balcon, in the heart of Marfa with direct balcony access?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this guesthouse?

The closest major airport to this guesthouse is Marfa, TX (MRF), which is 4.1 mi away (6 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Marfa House El Balcon, in the heart of Marfa with direct balcony access?

Yes, every accommodation at Marfa House El Balcon, in the heart of Marfa with direct balcony access comes with a balcony.

Marfa House El Balcon, in the heart of Marfa with direct balcony access Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tonya R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Excellent location, quiet, clean, great communication with host.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alicen c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Marfa Vacation

Loved the room and building. Wonderful stay! Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, responsive team, as advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host solved issue regarding booking when room reserved was still occupied by previous guest. Upgraded our accommodation.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient location and the building is well decorated and interesting. Bedroom itself is very snug. Room struggled to stay cool in the daytime, but it cooled off at night so sleeping was comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, Convenient and Cozy

Highly recommend this spot for a visit to Marfa! Loved the balcony and central location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

New Year's trip

Conveniently located, cozy, modern, safe, easy parking, located next to restaurants and shopping easy walking distance
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shanon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The Marfa House is an excellent place to stay. It was cute, quiet and clean along with a great location. The communication from the host was timely and precise. If we travel to Marfa again we would definitely stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

HH

Great location easy check-in …… beautiful setting !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Marfa House was perfect for our needs. We walked to all of the downtown Marfa spots. We enjoyed the balcony, and the security of our access to the property. Clean and well appointed! Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Miglena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, interesting building, and pleasant room, but missing some essentials (coffee filters and stable wi-fi).
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location for walkability. Clean, comfortable, nice balcony, clear instructions. Only drawback might be the sound of the nearby train (but true of anywhere in the vicinity as the train runs through the town). I would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Debbie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great location.

Need a simpler way to communicate when you need items ie toilet paper, towels etc
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Location, lovely place!

Easy check in and out with the multiple (good security) door codes. The room is bright, with a bit of light at night (didn’t bother me) and a train now and then going by… but all the town center hotels would have that… those are the only two things that I want to mention that might be a problem for some folks. Otherwise, wow!, incredible location, really lovely place with a balcony & blankets to sit outside and soak in the Marfa evening light. A small gallery downstairs with a reading area and the room itself was bright and comfortable with coffee at the ready. Bathroom was clean and the soap/shampoo/etc… was really nice! I would book again next time I’m visiting.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. Property managers are not present. We were the only people in the building. A few squawks be nice to have sugar, sweetener and creamer for coffee, a box of facial tissues. TV was useless for live or local TV. Otherwise had a nice stay was quiet and relaxing to sit on the balcony.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tami W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super clean and nicely decorated

We had a very nice stay here. Our concern regarding cleaning was immediately forgotten when we walked in. You could tell it everything had been cleaned very well. The room is small if you are 6'4 like my husband but we didn't spend much time in the room since there was a very nice balcony to sit on when not sleeping. There is a train that could go past the Marfa House in the middle of the night but it didn't bother us. The bed is comfortable and there is a wide selection of pillows. Nice towels, hair dryer, coffee supplies and shampoo. The only thing missing is a small fridge since it is hot there in the summer. We had a cooler so we could have hauled it up the stairs and left it on the balcony but chose to leave it in the car. Overall, a nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ledah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

We absolutely loved the Marfa House. Convenient location, affordable and cozy. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Right in the middle of everything, clean, quiet, comfortable, and easy. Coffee maker and fridge made it easy to do breakfast myself. (Bring your own coffee, the provided coffee was oxidized and didn't taste great.) Punch-code locks mean no key to keep track of. Linens, hair dryer, and soap are provided and good. USB charger on bedside table is a great touch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Marfa Jewel!

Nice, well furnished, exceptionally well located, and reasonably priced accommodations in Downtown Marfa.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Very clean, very comfortable, smelled great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect room to just catch some sleep. Bed was comfortable and the room was nice and cold. Only 2 small issues, the shower felt small to me and the building is close to train tracks. I would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good for the amount of time we stayed. Bathroom small, but accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Marfa is Amazing!

First time traveling to West Texas, and what an amazing experience it was! Marfa House was hands down the best experience we’ve ever had when traveling. The location was cozy and central to everything in Marfa! What an awesome room filled with art and history, and walk-in distance to lots of food places/stores! Thank you so much for the lasting impression as an amazing host!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Juan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It’s in a great location.

Property was super clean. The ceiling fan and vents were dusty and bathroom door dirty on the inside. My biggest drawdown was the train hat runs several times during day and night.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Felita L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stairs noooo

It was nice could have used a small fridge and microwave. Stairs hurt my knees. Will try to look into booking a room downstairs. Thank we enjoyed it!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021