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Desert outpost with character

Terlingua exists as something entirely its own—a former quicksilver mining town where crumbling stone ruins from the 1880s now share space with artists, river guides, and travelers seeking the remote beauty of the Chihuahuan Desert. The decaying Chisos Mining Company structures create a striking contrast against the Chisos Mountains, while the town's evolution has brought accommodations ranging from adobe casitas to modern bubble hotels. The Porch at Terlingua Trading Company serves as the communal living room for nightly sunset watching.

Gateway to Big Bend exploration

This quirky settlement functions as the primary base for exploring Big Bend National Park, located just minutes from the western entrance. The Starlight Theatre, housed in a restored 1930s movie house, anchors the social scene with live music and regional cuisine. Terlingua's fame as the Chili Capital of the World stems from its legendary annual cook-offs, though the town's appeal extends to dark sky stargazing and Rio Grande adventures.

Planning your visit

Reaching Terlingua requires commitment—most travelers fly into Midland or El Paso and drive 4+ hours through desert landscape. The town rewards those who make the journey with authentic desert experiences and a community that embraces its isolation as an asset.

Frequently Asked Questions about Terlingua

Can I book hotels in Terlingua on Delta Stays using miles?

Yes, you can book your hotel stay in Terlingua using your Delta miles, or a combination of miles and cash. Upon accessing your Delta SkyMiles® account, you will find Member-valued offers at participating properties that could enhance your visit.

What are the benefits if I use Delta Stays to book my hotel stay in Terlingua?

SkyMiles Members can earn 2 miles per $1 spent on completed hotel stays and vacation rentals booked through Delta Stays, get access to Member offers at select properties, and can pay with miles, cash, or a combination of both. To ensure you earn miles when paying fully with cash, simply sign in to your SkyMiles account or enter your SkyMiles number at checkout. Please allow up to 8 weeks after completing a stay for miles to appear in the SkyMiles account provided. Please also note that if you use miles to pay for any portion of your stay, you will not earn miles on that reservation, including any amount paid with cash.

What is the policy to change or cancel my hotel booking made through Delta Stays?

Each property maintains its own cancellation policy. Be sure to check the cancellation policy listed under the hotel’s details before booking. Some rates may be refundable, while others may be non-refundable. Changes and cancellations to your booking may result in a different amount of miles earned and awarded to your account.

Can my Delta SkyMiles® American Express® Card be used for booking?

As a Delta SkyMiles® Gold, Platinum, or Reserve American Express® Cardholder, you enjoy the advantage of earning additional miles alongside numerous valuable benefits, including an annual statement credit of up to $200 applicable toward prepaid accommodations booked through Delta Cars and Stays. Please note that terms apply to these offerings. To gain a full understanding of your card's complete benefits package, we recommend visiting the Delta SkyMiles® American Express Credit Cards page where detailed information about all your cardholder privileges is available for review.

Can I earn MQDs on Delta Stays hotel bookings?

Occasionally, Delta Stays may offer SkyMiles Members an opportunity to earn Medallion® Qualification Dollars on hotels and vacation rentals booked through Delta Stays. We recommend accessing the Delta Stays MQD Offer page to view current MQDs promotions and examine their terms and conditions.

In order to book a hotel on Delta Stays, do I need to be a Delta SkyMiles Member?

Delta Stays provides hotel booking services to all customers. However, registering as a SkyMiles Member enhances your experience by allowing you to earn miles and access Member pricing and promotions. As a SkyMiles Member, you will receive 2 miles per $1 spent through Delta Cars and Stays (not including taxes and other charges). Joining the SkyMiles program is entirely free. Register today by visiting the delta.com.

Can I book a vacation rental through Delta Stays?

Yes, Delta Stays extends beyond conventional hotel offerings to include a wide selection of vacation rentals for your travel accommodations. You can search for homes, condos, and other unique stays powered by Vrbo on the Vacation Rentals page.

Which hotels have good ratings in Terlingua?

In Terlingua, you’ll find 6 hotels to choose from when you book on Delta Stays. Lajitas Golf Resort and Spa has a guest rating of 8.6 out of 10, and features a seasonal outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Another top-rated hotel is Paisano Village RV Park & Inn and guests love its comfortable beds.

What's a good time of year to visit Terlingua?

To experience Terlingua during great weather, consider a visit in October when temperatures cool after summer's heat and the skies are clear with minimal rainfall. For fewer crowds and more solitude, consider visiting during June when temperatures exceed 100°F with consistently sunny skies and significantly lower visitor numbers.

What hotels in Terlingua are located near Starlight Theatre?

This 1930s movie house turned saloon serves gourmet dishes while live music fills the adobe walls. Arrive early for a spot on the porch to watch the desert sunset. One popular hotel is Lajitas Golf Resort and Spa which is a short drive away.

*Terms and conditions:

Mileage Offer:

SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window on the base hotel rate for a completed hotel stay. Base hotel rate is the cost of the hotel room, before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking or upon checkout. Taxes and fees, gratuities, room service other booking charges, or any bookings which are paid or reduced by miles, redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit. For clarity, if miles are used as a form of payment (whether for all or a portion of the booking), no portion of the booking will be eligible to earn miles under this offer. Except with respect to the Hertz Mileage offer (listed below), SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per eligible US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Cars on the base car rental rate for a completed car qualifying rental booking (“Qualifying Dollars”). A qualifying rental booking includes rentals at a participating location for one or more days at rates other than travel industry rates or discounts, wholesale of tour package rates or discounts, wholesale tour package rates, insurance/dealer replacement rates, corporate and government rates, group travel discounts, or rentals in conjunction with a frequent flyer car award, or other corporate agreements applicable to the respective car company. Calculation of the applicable standard mileage offer is listed below by car rental company. Qualifying Dollars include the base car rental rate, which is the cost of the car rental before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking. Taxes, fees, other incidental charges, or other booking charges or any bookings which are paid or reduced by redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit and are not included in the Qualifying Dollars.

This mileage offer does not apply to stays or car rentals booked through Delta Vacations or any cruises booked through Delta Cruises.

Standard mileage offer for car rentals booked at https://www.delta.com/Opens in a new window or https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window:

Hertz Reservations:

• General SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Silver Medallions earn 5 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Gold Medallions earn 6 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Platinum Medallions earn 7 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Diamond Medallions earn 8 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Dollar and Thrifty Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Alamo, Enterprise, National, Avis, Budget, Payless and SIXT Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 2 miles per Qualifying Dollar