Hotels in El Paso

Dramatic Franklin Mountains rise above this border city where Mexican and American cultures blend seamlessly in the high desert. The restored Plaza Theater dazzles with Spanish Colonial splendor, hosting Broadway shows beneath a ceiling of twinkling 'stars.' At Southwest University Park, cheer for the Chihuahuas baseball team while sampling chile-topped hot dogs. The El Paso Museum of Art houses an impressive collection of Mexican and European works. Mornings at the Downtown Artist and Farmer's Market reveal local treasures before the desert heat intensifies. Families flock to the El Paso Zoo and Western Playland's vintage rides. For sunset views that explain why locals fiercely love this underrated city, head to Scenic Drive overlook.