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Gardner Hotel & Hostel

2.5 star property
Travelers can enjoy happy hour at four bars, challenge friends to billiards, or explore the arcade at this centrally located El Paso retreat

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The Gardner Hotel & Hostel in downtown El Paso offers an arcade room, billiards table, four bars, and three restaurants. Guests enjoy secured bicycle storage and free self-parking.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry room

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Private Room w/Full Bed & Private Ensuite Bathroom

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Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hostel Bed in 4 Bed Male Shared Dormitory

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Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Blackout curtains
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Hostel Bed in 4 Bed Female Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Blackout curtains
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Hostel Room Full Bed w/Shared Bathroom in Hallway

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Private Room w/Full & Twin Bed & Private Ensuite Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hostel Room Twin Bed w/Shared Bathroom in Hallway

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Private Room w/King Bed & Private Ensuite Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Located in Downtown El Paso, a neighbourhood in El Paso, Gardner Hotel & Hostel is in the entertainment district. Paso del Norte International Bridge is a notable landmark, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Sunland Park Mall and Cielo Vista Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a match? See what's going on at Don Haskins Center or Sun Bowl Stadium. Visit our El Paso travel guide
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311 East Franklin Av, El Paso, TX, 79901

What's nearby

  • The Tibetan-influenced architecture of UTEP includes a simulation prayer wheel and quiet, contemplative gardens sprinkled throughout campus.
    University of Texas at El Paso
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Plaza Theater
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Southwest University Park
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Abraham Chavez Theater
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Judson F. Williams Convention Center
    9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • El Paso Union Depot
    17 min walk
  • El Paso International Airport (ELP)
    12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Barrio Eats & Drinks
    3 min walk
  • Coffee Box
    3 min walk
  • Weso Steakhouse
    5 min walk
  • Cónico Cocina Mexicana
    3 min walk
  • Wxyz
    4 min walk

About this property

Gardner Hotel & Hostel

Hotel near University of Texas at El Paso
Located close to Judson F. Williams Convention Center and Paso del Norte International Bridge, Gardner Hotel & Hostel provides an arcade/games room, laundry facilities and 4 bars. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 3 on-site restaurants, which feature happy hour and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, a TV in reception and a billiards/pool table
  • Smoke-free property, a vending machine and luggage storage
Room features
All 50 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Communal kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, microwaves and ovens
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • 3 restaurants
  • 4 bars/lounges

Restaurants on site

  • Craft & Social
  • Dillinger's Bar
  • Ocho y Media
  • Pizza Joint

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle storage
  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1922
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Gardner Hotel El Paso
Gardner Hotel
Gardner El Paso
The Gardner Hotel El Paso
Gardner Hotel & Hostel Hotel
Gardner Hotel & Hostel El Paso
Gardner Hotel & Hostel Hotel El Paso

Frequently asked questions

Is Gardner Hotel & Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Gardner Hotel & Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gardner Hotel & Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Gardner Hotel & Hostel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Gardner Hotel & Hostel located?

Located in Downtown El Paso, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Judson F. Williams Convention Center, University of Texas at El Paso and Paso del Norte International Bridge. Sun Bowl Stadium and Don Haskins Center are also within 2 mi (3 km). El Paso Union Depot is 17 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Gardner Hotel & Hostel Reviews

7.4

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 300 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 300 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 300 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 300 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 300 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. Hotel was very clean and quiet. The hotel is very accessible to everything downtown. Excellent stay!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed the people running the place. And it was nice to meet the owners
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

ARELI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was very friendly, place was clean. Ok for one night stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing. When people are invested in what they are doing, it shows. Would stay here again 10 out of 10 times!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rich History!

What a beautiful building so much characters and history! I stayed in the John Dillinger’s room which is a corner room- it was so comfortable and interesting room. Definitely will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super kind ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very safe place and good service at the front desk
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome but didn’t get the free drink mmm although I forgot to ask about it
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nynamaree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely clean room. Allowed early check in. Staff checked us when we walked in to be sure we belonged there. Only two free parking spaces right in front if needed- metered parking otherwise - check the city’s website. The historic details were fun. Bed was a single mattress on metal frame but once you’re sleeping easy to disregard. Ac unit in room plus a fan. Bathroom access was scary to think about but it worked just fine. Only had to wait for use once during our stay. The kitchen and tv/billiard room was super cool for people staying longer. Plus the available laundry access was a great consideration. Especially loved the email offering nearby discounts. Definitely worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing and the building has historical significance. I felt like was in the 1920s. It felt very classy. I will come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cool property. The front desk worker was cool. He gave us a solid 15 minute tour of the place and explained the history. Very nice guy. It was a great location for New Years Eve. We could walk to all the bars and clubs for the girls and gays and eat at some available open options. Centrally located for sure. Super loud all night due to New Year’s Eve though so don’t plan on getting any peace and quiet until 230/3am and it’s a hostel - so even though we had a private room, we were next to a public room where everyone woke up and started making noise at like 8am. Other than that, great for partying and walking safely to a ton of fun things.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mike

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good: The staff was friendly and helpful. The lobby was nice. Not so good: the room smelled bad. Suspect the carpet could use a cleaning. Halls were dark paint and poorly lit. Supplied earplugs did not help with the bar music in the adjacent building. Curtains did not block out the lights from passing traffic. Bar fight in the street at 3am. Miserable night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute character and charm. Very loud since next to the nightclubs. Otherwise, great value for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a cute old building with great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was nice I will rent there again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a great place to stay and close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jesse

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worst hotel I have been
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love staying at the Gardner. Great location and great value.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the historic nature of the property, from the historic rooms to the history framed around the property.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It's a basic hostel but with a large kitchen and a lot of seating and interesting stuff in the lobby
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iker

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for your $
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I just don’t like to walk to the bathroom outside, but the bed was condo, the worker helped me when I was bleeding and the recepcion was good, didn’t have a chance to try the food
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

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

8/10 Good

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
like the historic aspects, but only 2 assigned parking spots for 50 rooms… Downtown though, so there are garages nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arturo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
a nice place to stay if you want to party around downtown
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024