The Holland Hotel

Located on the main street in Alpine is the Holland Hotel, located in a historic building with Western charm. You're going to love the Western feel of the ornate, huge lobby and adjacent courtyard area with fountain. Elevator is very slow, but there is one! Room was very quiet and comfortable. Yes, trains run just across the street; I am sensitive to noise but, despite what other picky reviews say, I did not even notice the noise and slept very well on the comfortable, if creaky, bed. Perhaps request a room facing away from the street? Enjoyed the tub, could have used a few more linens. There is a small lot adjacent to the west of the hotel with 15-20 or so narrow spots, but the small town has plenty of street parking too. Fridge was cold, water was hot, curtains kept out the light, the vibe was very comfortable. Breakfast was a large electric carafe of coffee with some room temp creams, granola bars, and rotting fruit - could be better. It seems the lobby area also usually has a restaurant and bar, which, when open, will certainly make this a 6/5. As for check in being til 7p only, I saw a little locker-style cabinet for guest keys, so a "late" checkin seems possible! Would gladly return

It is a historic hotel. But lack of maintenance and just plane cleaning are not part of being historical. There is no restaurant or bar, the outdoor atrium surfaces are filled with bird poop. The staff told us the restaurant was closed for renovations and may be opened by our arrival. Been closed for months, and work was never started. The hotel is n the process of being sold. Do not book here.

Loved this old hotel. The bed could use a new mattress, though. The TV was easy to use, the staff was great. My only concern was that there was no one on duty during the night and the hotel is left unlocked. And the courtyard could use a little TLC.

This was my second stay at the Holland and it was better than the first time. I remember our room being noisy last time but fortunately that was not the case this time although we had a room overlooking the busy street. The hotel staff were friendly and knowledgeable and the room clean and cozy.

Beautiful old hotel. Clean room, nicely appointed. WiFi adequate at download speed of 9.2 Mbps. Center of downtown, Close to Riata restaurant. Having stayed many times in Alpine and the train’s horn are audible at each. ……………………………………..

Staying at the 1928 vintage Holland Hotel brought some feeling of the history of this area. J. R. Holland (not Ewing) commissioned Henry Trost to design and build this hotel. It is still being remodeled but it looks early 1900’s vintage. The location is perfect to explore downtown Alpine. We walked to the courthouse and spotted an owl dozing near the roof! So our room was average and somewhat dusty, but I’m sure there were many stories that featured this room as a prime character. The lobby and open area are amazing in their appearance; we shot a few games of pool in the side room while our companions set up a Mahjong game in the front room. We all felt at home here or maybe at the home of a rancher/cattleman from the past. The train runs about 100 yards from the hotel; earplugs are provided, and they are needed! You can always stay at a chain hotel but stay here and experience part of Alpine’s history.

In a cookie cutter world this hotel offers a unique experience. If you like and expect major hotel chain sterility, then this may not be for you. We stated here as a family of four with two teens. Our room wasn't ready upon check in but Chloe upgraded us for our original rate. The train goes by during the night but it adds to the experience. The furniture and the rooms are not pristine but add to the ambience and experience and are functional and clean. Maybe a little dust in the corners but it's a small town and this hotel was built many years ago to accommodate railroad passengers. There is a pool table downstairs and a beautiful lobby. It's close enough for day trips down to Big Bend and Davis Mountain State park. The staff was very kind and helpful. Stay here and make Some memories.