Top 10 Hotels Near McDonald Observatory in Fort Davis for 2026

Our top choices for McDonald Observatory hotels

Fort Davis Inn & R.V. Park

15.9 km from McDonald Observatory

Melissa

RM343 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Davis Mountains Inn

16.1 km from McDonald Observatory

Sonia

RM560 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Butterfield Inn Main Street Cottages

16.1 km from McDonald Observatory

Marianna

RM823 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Jun - 18 Jun

Fort Davis Drug Store Hotel

16.1 km from McDonald Observatory

Brian

RM538 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Jun - 16 Jun

The Hotel Limpia

16.1 km from McDonald Observatory

Stephanie

RM504 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Jun - 10 Jun

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Fort Davis Inn & R.V. Park	2.0 star property	8.4 Very good 1,186 reviews	View
Davis Mountains Inn	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 983 reviews	View
Butterfield Inn Main Street Cottages	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 159 reviews	View
Fort Davis Drug Store Hotel	2.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 176 reviews	View
The Hotel Limpia	2.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 623 reviews	View

Top McDonald Observatory Hotel Reviews

Fort Davis Inn & R.V. Park

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was absolutely perfect. The room which was perfect. I can give this inn with a A+++."

The Hotel Paisano

8/10 Good

"The hotel is a beautiful grand old lady. Very elegant. From the front entrance with the courtyard and its babbling fountain through the elegant lobby to the "parlor" with its charming cozy fireplace, we found it delightful. All the staff could not have been more helpful! They were pleasant and personable and went out of their way to be friendly...Alexis and Gretchen were lovely and made us feel right at home. We stayed one night in the James Dean room and one night in a patio room. Both were clean, comfortable and each had its own unique style. When we got rained out of trying to catch the Marfa lights due to a thunderstorm and came back early to the hotel, Gretchen lit the fireplace in the parlor and put on some romantic soft jazz for my husband and me to snuggle in and relax. My only complaint was that the restaurant and the lounge, both of which I was really looking forward to enjoying, were closed for remodeling. I only wish we could have had some advance warning from the hotel about that situation. Perhaps the hotel could have offered a discount or something. We're glad we stayed there but it was definitely a letdown."

Fort Davis Drug Store Hotel

6/10 Okay

"Ok, so I don't know how to describe this hotel. There is NO STAFF. You are given a code to enter the building and the key to your room is in your room when you walk in . The room itself was clean and had all the amenities listed, the beds were comfortable, the a/c took a bit to try and figure out (not sure if it worked properly- but it cooled us enough). The wifi to the TV - was not working, but it did work for phones. The crazy thing is - the first floor used to be a restaurant, now it is closed but has a pool table, fuzz ball, ping pong table for patrons to use. It is kind of eery. The stairs to go up to your room are very narrow and steep, especially for older folks. As mentioned in another review, the floor boards are loud and creak with every step. The second floor consists of a living room area and an area with tables, I guess if you decide to eat there (bring your own food) - you can. Overall, I don't think I'd stay there again. The town itself is VERY small, not much to do here, I don't mean to be rude, but this place is good if you are passing through for the night, visiting the McDonald Observatory or the historical site itself."

Mountainside Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Beautifully appointed house with 5 en suite guest rooms, common front room and full kitchen. Never saw any staff, but received texts with explicit instructions for gaining access and checking out. Also received contact information for obtaining help with any problems. We had no problems. Great stay, reasonable cost. Particularly good coffee for brewing in room. TV had basic cable, but no internet connection for apps, etc.—but we weren’t there to watch tv."

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Davis Mountains State Park

4.6/5 (260 reviews)

You can take time to visit Davis Mountains State Park during your travels to Fort Davis. Discover the area's mountain views and restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around McDonald Observatory?

McDonald Observatory is located in a welcoming area of Fort Davis that travellers like for its mountain views and restaurants. Fort Davis is home to 53 hotels and other accommodation options, so you can find something that's perfect for your stay.

What's the best place to stay close to McDonald Observatory?

Fort Davis Drug Store Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. You'll find it 10 mi (16.1 km) from McDonald Observatory. Other good options in the area include Fort Davis Inn & R.V. Park and Davis Mountains Inn.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near McDonald Observatory, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near McDonald Observatory.

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