Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.

Is breakfast offered at the property?

Breakfast options are available at the on-site dining facility, The Big Texan Steak Ranch, and snacks can be found in the motel's coffee shop/cafe.

Does the property allow pets?

Yes, pets are allowed with a fee of USD 20 per accommodation, which may vary based on the length of stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details regarding accessible rooms and bathrooms are not provided.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located steps from Big Texan Steak Ranch and a 2-minute drive from Slug Bug Ranch. It is approximately 2.9 miles from the American Quarter Horse Association and Kwahadi Kiva Indian Museum.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool available, which is seasonal. Specific operational hours are not provided.

What are the policies regarding children staying at the property?

Children are allowed to stay at the property. There is no specified minimum age for children to stay for free.

The Big Texan Motel in Amarillo

Average nightly price at The Big Texan Motel by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$72
February	$72
March	$80
April	$89
May	$118
June	$131
July	$127
August	$120
September	$124
October	$80
November	$77
December	$79

What guests think

Travellers describe The Big Texan Motel as a quirky, western-themed stop with generally clean, simple rooms and unbeatable proximity to the Big Texan Steakhouse, while recurring critiques note highway noise, dated finishes, and mixed mattress comfort across stays.

Guests often praise the fun décor, strong shower pressure, and pet-friendly touches. Common drawbacks include thin walls, occasional cleanliness or pest issues, and a pool that can be closed or need better upkeep. Service feels friendly but largely automated; some report quick help, while others struggled to reach staff by phone or text. Expect a memorable, no-frills Route 66 experience focused on theme and convenience.

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Facilities

Facilities include a Texas-shaped outdoor pool, a dog park, a horse hotel, and convenient parking; however, the pool is sometimes closed or poorly maintained and there is no elevator.

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emily

May 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Pool was not open and in the back with the stage it was holding supplies.

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Yvette

Jul 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Swimming pool had parasites! If the pool water was balanced this would not be! So stay away from pool!

10

Crystal

Aug 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

As always the room was amazing. Love the western decor and the layout. We were here on business. We also had 10 horses at the horse hotel, which was also great except the water spigot at the end of the barn we were on did not work. We called and they simply told us it didn’t work. Kinda made it inconvenient but there were some really nice ladies who also had horses there that were kind enough to let us use their water hose in addition to ours to make sure we could water our horses

10

Roslyn

Aug 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The restaurant was amazing with friendly staff. The check in was easy and the room was clean. It had great shower with a waterfall shower head and hot water, a refrigerator and microwave for leftovers, tv? And comfy beds. Guests signed the door which made interesting stories. There was a beautiful Texas shaped pool and even a horse hotel and a dog run.

6

Jama

Jul 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Overpriced. Pool was dirty. Lots of flies in the room and it was loud.

8

Steve

Jul 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a very unique location with high traffic. The pool area needs an upgrade. The rooms are particularly clean, but need upgrading as well. Mary at the front desk is outstanding. Very friendly.

10

Lisa

Oct 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Place was outstanding. Had to park a truck with a 38 foot trailer and parking was really easy. the hotel was right next to the restaurant and they’re being a lot of cars and also being close to the freeway. It was absolutely quiet staying in the room. Had a very good night sleep. And the decorations were so cute.

10

Robert

Jul 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Second time staying. The contact less check in is awesome. Clean comfortable room and we enjoyed a swim in the Texas shaped pool. Plenty of trailer parking and can’t forget the Big Texan Steakhouse next door.

6

Julie

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No elevator, stairs were rusty, rooms ok, bed comfortable. Pretty loud group next door, walls were thin. Everything else adequate

10

TRACY

Nov 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was excellent. The bed was great. The Keurig made great coffee. Can't think of anything that would have made it better. Even my puppy gave two paws up to the doggy park! About all that would be better if there wasn't any pet charge! :)

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness feedback is mixed: many rooms are described as clean and fresh, but recurring reports mention gritty floors, mold, insects (roaches/ants/flies), worn finishes, and occasional maintenance grime.

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Carmelite

Oct 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean but one of the beds in the room had springs that woke you up when you moved while sleeping. Miserable. Found a small roach on the bed also. Did not know there was breakfast available. Did not like the idea of not seeing a person when checking in or out of room.

10

Wayne

Nov 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms were very clean and smelled fresh. The decor matched the ambiance of the Big Texan. The staff were great to deal with when we required batyeries for our TV remote.

4

Norman

Nov 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The floor was tile, it looked clean but it was very gritty. The toilet was very small in the corner beside the ironing board and under the shelf to for the iron.

2

Fabian

Sep 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We checked out at 5am and got out of there. Cockroaches all over the bathroom and tv console. Would never recommend. PLEASE Big Texan motel do something about it.

6

Ronald

Sep 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The floors needed a good cleaning.

10

Harriet

Oct 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room and bathroom were very clean. Comfortable beds and pillows.

4

Terrill

Oct 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Cockroach, no light bulb in lamp, faucet constantly running at low stream.

6

Amber

Jun 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

There were ants all over our bathroom and bathroom vanity.

6

Carolyn

Nov 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our room was clean and neat. Worn out with missing paint and chipped tub in bathroom. Room faced highway and traffic noise was bad as was late night talking in the hallway outside our room that went well past midnight.

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Lisa

Dec 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Don’t bother upgrading to deluxe room it’s no different than basic. Had a hair on my bed sheet when turning down the bed. Mold on bathroom ceiling.

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Rooms

Rooms are uniquely decorated but basic, with comfort varying by room; multiple reviews cite hard or lumpy beds, thin walls and highway noise, small or dated bathrooms, and occasional windowless layouts or loud A/C. Wi‑Fi reliability can be hit or miss.

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Michael

Oct 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very old, not. In great shape. A/C was extremely loud

8

Dana

Dec 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient location. Stay was quiet and safe. The theme was fun but eventually it gets old walking through the saloon doors each time you want to get to the sink--they should be able to be propped open.

8

Albert

Oct 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was amazing upon check in. Room was clean and comfortable. The highway traffic was extremely loud as well as thin walls we could hear neighbors swinging bathroom doors all night. Other than that the white noise machine was a great addition to drown out that noise. Comfortable stay for price and location to delicious restaurant The Big Texan!

8

Michelle

Jul 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Loved the room but the bed was way to hard and squeaked really bad. Overall it was a great place to stay.

6

Sandra

Sep 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very noisy, especially street traffic.

6

Debra D

Dec 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lumpy worn out beds!

10

Richard

Aug 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Cute little room. Clean. Lots of towels. Right off the highway so kinda of noisey all night. The parking lot does have security cameras so that was a plus. Plenty to do at the restaurant besides eating. Thats why we stayed here. Kid friendly with a pool and arcade within the restaurant. Very entertaining. Had issues turning the tv on/off with the remote. The guest internet is hit or miss. But everything else was good. Check in and check out are through a text based system so it was super easy. Recommend if you like a fun night.

6

Saundra

Aug 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

You can definitely tell this is an old motel that has been fixed up. While the decor is a nice touch, it still has the old motel feel. The bathroom is tiny and the bedspreads looked a little tattered. It was a decent place to spend one night.

10

Justin

Jun 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Always a good time. Just wish WiFi was a little better internet connection is touch and go on devices. At least that’s an easy problem to fix. Have stayed there multiple times a year for the past five years can’t complain other than that. Unless you count a stomach ache from eating too much steak lol.

6

Michael

May 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room had no windows.

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Service

Check-in and check-out are largely contactless and quick, and several guests praise friendly staff; however, reaching staff by phone or text can be difficult, and on-site assistance isn’t always available.

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Tina

Jun 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I have stated this Motel before and I absolutely love it. We had to bring our dogs this trip and we're able to get in early. The room was immaculate Mary at the front desk was absolutely amazing in accommodating us. We had an amazing dinner at the restaurant and relaxed you got a good night's sleep. We will go back as soon as possible.

10

Kent

Jul 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The stay was very good. Rooms were clean and Texas unique. I checked in, got my entry code, and checked out without seeing a single person

10

Garlon

Sep 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was very easy to check in on line and the staff was very friendly and helpful. The location was convenient for shopping and dining. The parking and facilities were very well lighted and clean and neat. The rooms were clean, well stocked and pleasantly decorated. We would stay here again when passing through. Mims Family

10

Joan xiaoqing

Sep 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff Mary is so nice to help us everything we need.

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Hannah

Dec 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Although automated check-in was easy, the fact that there was no one available if we needed assistance, which we did was frustrating. And no one responded when we tried to reach out via text. The room was clean enough and fairly quiet but the bed was rock hard and the bedding was terrible. We booked a suite which was actually just two room next to each other, kind of disappointing and deceptive.

6

David

Jun 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Theres no staff at the front desk. All around a more difficult situation. The only redeeming quality is it's right next to the popular Steak House.

10

Mary Ann

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Doing a route 66 trip. Saw the BIG TEXAN and had to stay! Mary at front desk was extremely helpful with our reservations and very sweet. Walked next door for a Big Texan dinner which was fabulous. Lots of fun souvenirs in the gift shop. Very fun place to spend the night!

10

Jacob

Nov 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff and everything was great

8

Christy

Sep 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No one answers phone at front desk. Room is sufficient for an overnight stay.

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Sheila

Aug 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The property is unique though a little dated which is kind of the point. (Carpeting and linens need replacement). The pool wasn't open at 8:30am and there was no one available to address this to. Very convenient next to The Big Texan Steak House and easy access.

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Location

Very convenient for I-40 travelers and steps from the Big Texan Steakhouse; some note traffic and area activity can add noise.

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10

Makinzie

Nov 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room, great location

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John

May 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy on and off hwy 40, very convenient dining next to The Big Texan. Easy & simple electronic check in. Nice

10

Debbie

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

While room was a bit outdated, which was part of the charm, it was very clean and comfortable. We only stayed one night but the location was great! Check-in was very easy and parking convenient.

10

Clark

Aug 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Cool old location, great value

10

Christopher

Aug 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location in Amarillo

10

Lisa

Oct 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Place was outstanding. Had to park a truck with a 38 foot trailer and parking was really easy. the hotel was right next to the restaurant and they’re being a lot of cars and also being close to the freeway. It was absolutely quiet staying in the room. Had a very good night sleep. And the decorations were so cute.

8

Joe

Sep 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was OK across from the restaurant.

10

Dareta

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room and convenient location!

6

Robert

Jun 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

older motel than seen in pictures - noisy due to crowd at restaurant and interstate - no elevator - was convenient to interstate, had reservation for dinner at steakhouse next door so good steak! - did like keyless checkin - they sent code by email and worked just fine.

10

Mary

Oct 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Walkable to The Big Texan Steakhouse

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Dining

Dining is centered on the iconic steakhouse next door, which is often praised for hearty meals; experiences vary at times, and the motel itself does not provide breakfast, though the restaurant offers it.

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Mark

Dec 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice hotel. Excellent restaurant. Friendly staff.

10

Brian

Sep 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Unique, exciting, colourful, great value, different, unexpectedly quiet and the warmest welcome in the restaurant. Phenominal food and amazing staff. Can't wait to go back.

10

Phillip

Sep 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great fun place to stop off on a road trip. The motel itself was clean and had good amenities. The restaurant food was something else! Excellent value for money and the staff are all friendly and very helpful. I will definitely be returning.

8

Brenda

Dec 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast wasn’t offered.

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Tina

Oct 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No breakfast but have a restaurant next door. The big texan restaurant is a fun environment and we stop driving through texas. This time stayed at their hotel, which was perfect. Will stay again

10

Sean

Sep 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was great with my stay and the room I was in. Walked over to the steakhouse for dinner and it was great as well.

8

Travis

Dec 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Christmas buffet for $35 a person. We had super dry turkey even in gravy still dry. Prime rib was ok. Ham was great. Very weird cause we had food off the regular dinner menu and it was amazing

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Marilyn

May 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was decorated cute with the theme. The bed was comfortable and shower was great with good water pressure. It was amazingly quiet with all the cars and obviously filled rooms. The drawback was the restaurant. Called in order, told pick up in 30 minutes, but went to get it and waited 40 minutes to get it there. And food only mediocre. It was great to get key code by email so no check in wait when arrived, just open door and it’s ready.

10

Tonia

Sep 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Enjoyed the stay! Especially, the food!

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Christian

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great restaurant, across the parking lot of the motel, for breakfast, lunch & dinner.

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The Big Texan Motel

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