Gage Hotel

I'd say strong 4.Let me make it simple. There are several awesome places to stay in this town and Gage is one of them. Chances are if you are coming this way you want to stay in a historic hotel. Or at least have an authentic west Texas experience.Stay here!Go!!!

5/5A great place to stay in Marathon, Texas if you're looking for a retreat. It has a spa, gym for use, outdoor pool, and firepits, attached restaurant is called 12 Gage and Bar: Buffalo Bar. We stayed in the Shepard house, the historic house behind the hotel suites. It had nice rooms(spacious), the only downside is that there was no attached bathroom, and it was outside of the room, down the hall. The hotel is beautifully designed and clean. They give you a keurig coffee machine and free water bottles in the room! The location is excellent as it is down the street from food, and drinks. It is about an hour and 30 minutes from Big Bend National Park, this is not the place to stay if you're wanting to transport to the park; I'd recommend closer towns.

This place seldom disappoints when you're in Marathon. To those who don't know Marathon is a tiny little town at the turn to Big Bend. There isn't much there, at all. Fortunately, the Gage hotel was restored years back and had been a destination for all. I can't vouch for the single rooms because I have always stayed in one the casitas on the property. However, they are always nicely detailed and clean. The lobby is totally west Texas, warm and inviting. The restaurant and bar (12 Gage) are the finishing touches. The food is always spot on and the wait staff is helpful and pleasant. They have their hands full with customers who have had one or two extra Ranch Waters (guilty) and do so with a smile. The quail options are a favorite for all of us who stay at the Gage. Book a room in advance because they fill up fast.

I'd heard many great accounts of the Gage before I finally got the chance to visit and stay. The history of the architect is fascinating, and the hotel resembles several other notable west Texas hotels. The lobby was classy and inviting, and the staff incredibly professional and friendly. Our room was perfect. The gym had absolutely anything you could need, and the pool and grounds were immaculate. The hotel bar is fantastic, and there are several other watering holes a stone's throw away. To top it off, for a cat lover, there is a resident feline named "Squeak" who seemed to take to me. This place is truly legendary, and we would love to visit again.

Really enjoy this place! Out in the middle of Nowhere West Texas, it's a perfect jumping off place to visit Big Bend and a even better place to land after spending a day visiting the Park.The place has a real cool bar called the White Buffalo, and a fantastic restaurant called the 12 Gage. Try the Quail and the Rib Eye and you will not be disappointed but my dining companions had the fish and they were happy too! Go figure!No TV's, but with the pool, the bar, the restaurant, the open fire pit to visit with other travelers and of course the big sky, you don't miss the tube!It's every Texans obligation to visit Big Bend at least once and this place makes it a lot more fun!

On a recent stay, we reserved the Casa Jardin suite and couldn't have been happier. The check in was flawless and quick. We then drove over to the gardens and our Casa. It was unbelievably romantic, beautiful, and enjoyable. It felt like we had the entire gardens to ourselves. The room was huge and the bathroom incredible. Right out the porch were distant views on one side and a lovely entry to the phenomenal Gardens. This is just one special place that you should treat yourself and your significant other to.

A charming hotel and great restaurant with welcoming staff. I loved the Gage Hotel and recommend it.

I took a trip to West Texas and we spent one night stayng at the Gage Hotel. Marathan is a small town and there's not much to see outside of this historic hotel. While it's pricier than other options in the area, it's worth the experience. First off, the property is beautiful. You'll definitely want to spend some time walking through the lobby, the outdoor patio, and the hotel bar famous for its prickly pear margaritas. DMX had just passed when I was there and they played some of his songs which was just perfect. The rooms similarly have a lot of character and they're clean. Within walking distance from the hotel are several restaurants and the Gage Gardens. The gardens are are a picturesque spot to take a stroll, play some putt-putt, or relax in nature. Service was lovely throughout and I would definitely return. Alpine is only a 20-30 minute drive away if you'd like to explore a more populated town while you're in the area.

I've not stayed here, but I've visited numerous times and everyone I know raves about the restaurant

The hotel itself has lots of character. Fun just to look around. Staff was great. Food at 12 Gage Restaurant was not good and definitelynot worth the price. Waitstaff was great. My Room was in the Captain Shepard House. Nice, but not worth the price. Low water pressure and on and off Hot Water. Cannot recommend. Will not be back.