How to Find Luxury Hotels in El Paso, Texas

Birthplace of the margarita, Continental Airlines and the first Hilton hotel, El Paso-the largest city in West Texas-has a long history of innovative citizenry. Bisected by the stunning Franklin Mountains, El Paso is rich with historic sites, museums, authentic Mexican shops and great Tex-Mex cuisine. Here's how to find luxury accommodations in El Paso, Texas.

Instructions

Find Luxury Accommodations in El Paso

1. Call the El Paso Convention and Visitors Bureau at [phone] to book your luxury accommodations, or book online through their Web site (see Resources below).

2. Take a day trip from accommodations in northeast El Paso to the Hueco Tanks State Historic Site less than 25 miles away. Hike to the natural rainwater reservoirs and ancient rock paintings at this remarkable site.

3. Indulge yourself in the luxury of the Camino Real El Paso landmark hotel in the downtown area. Built in 1912, this historic site will give you a taste of what old-fashioned Southwestern hospitality is all about. You can book reservations online (see Resources below) or by calling (800) 7-CAMINO.

4. Book budget accommodations in central El Paso, and use the money you save to take the family to the zoo, the Wet-n-Wild Waterworld or the Western Playland theme park.

5. Soak up the unspoiled beauty of the Southwestern desert when you stay at any luxury bed and breakfast just outside of El Paso.

6. Get a taste of Hilton history by staying at the historic landmark Plaza Hotel (formerly the Hilton Hotel) in downtown El Paso. Built in 1930, this was Conrad Hilton's first high-rise hotel and it remains the third-tallest building in the city.

7. Choose upscale accommodations on the west side of El Paso and visit the spectacular Centennial Museum and Chihuahuan Desert Gardens.

8. Book luxury accommodations in downtown El Paso to be within walking distance of museums, theaters and many authentic Mexican shops.

Know Your Destination

1. El Paso lies on the border of the United States and Mexico, and it has played a significant role in the history of both nations.

2. Brush up on your Spanish. El Paso is a bilingual town where locals are just as likely to speak Spanish as English.

3. Enjoy the abundance of historic architecture and artifacts in this thriving city on the Rio Grande.

Organize Transportation

1. Fly into El Paso International Airport and take a 15-minute cab ride into downtown.

2. Rent a car for the most convenient access to the many points of interest located in and around El Paso.

3. Hop on a trolley in downtown El Paso for a historic tour of the city.

Tips & Warnings

• Protect yourself from heat and sunstroke during the summer months, when temperatures regularly rise above 100 degrees F.