Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #14 - The Saloon

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9.4Outstanding
(22 Ratings)
"The ranch was very nice and well-stocked. The star viewing from the rockers on our front porch was awesome!"
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9.4 / 10.0
Outstanding(22 Ratings)

Hotel in Big Bend National Park, TX


Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average

About this hotel

Big Bend National Park and Big Bend State Park area lodging with a unique West Texas old town experience.
Ten Bits Ranch has some of the most beautiful views in the Big Bend region of Texas.
The rugged off grid Ten Bits Ranch site was chosen for its breathtaking views of the dark sky stars, red craggy rocks and the beautiful sunrise and sunset over the surrounding mountains.
Guests of Ten Bits Ranch may hike and explore over 550 private acres of Ten Bits Ranch land at their leisure. Ten Bits Ranch is your own personal National Park without all the rules and restrictions of hiking the public land.
Guests may have a complimentary self-serve continental breakfast or prepare your own meal 24/7 in the full guest kitchen and dining area in the shared Cantina space.
Ten Bits Ranch is just (20) minutes from the Big Bend National Park entrance and (20) minutes from the historic Terlingua Ghost Town. Ten Bits Ranch is (20) minutes from local activities like the Big Bend rafting companies, Big Bend Stables horseback riding and the local bars & restaurants like the famous La Kiva Restaurant & Bar, Longdraw Pizza, StarlightTheatre, DB’s Rustic Iron BBQ, Chili Pepper Cafe and High Sierra Bar & Grill.
Ten Bits Ranch is (25) minutes from the amazing Big Bend Ranch State Park and the beautiful Lajitas Golf Resort.
Ten Bits Ranch has everything that you need to be comfortable (WiFi, AC, gas & electric heat, satellite television). The entire property is off grid and powered by the one of the largest (57.6 kW) privately owned solar power systems in Texas.
Experience REAL West Texas off grid living in the Big Bend region with your own off grid oasis and 550-acre private park.
Hike and explore right outside your room without the rules and limitations of the public parks. Hike with your pet, bring your ATV or motorcycle, build a fire, visit our shooting range or just have a drink, smoke a cigar or read a book on the porch or by the firepit and look at the beautiful mountains on the hotel property. Let the hundreds of acres and nearly complete freedom create a unique Big Bend experience.
Ten Bits Ranch has some of the best views of the famous Big Bend stars. Since Ten Bits Ranch is completely off grid and located on 550 private acres, there are no neighbors and no ground lights to obscure the perfectly dark night sky.
The amazing solitude is extremely quiet and peaceful day or night. If you come to Ten Bits Ranch when the moon cycle is dark, after 20 minutes (for your eyes to adjust), the stars will appear to surround you like a blanket. Be sure to watch for shooting stars. There is a shooting star in view at Ten Bits Ranch almost every week. Ten Bits Ranch offers a truly private, unique, off grid, dark sky star gazing experience that few people have the opportunity to see in person. The craggy Chimney Rock Mountain blocks out a beautiful black jagged silhouette in the blanket of stars.
Well-behaved pets (and well-behaved people) are welcome at Ten Bits Ranch. Hike and explore at your leisure with both your 2 and 4 legged friends.
Thank you for considering Ten Bits Ranch for your Big Bend Adventure. Wherever you choose to stay, the Big Bend area is a wild, unique and a truly beautiful place that is well worth the trip.
Don’t just take our word for it, see what previous guests are saying in our reviews.
Saloon contains one king bed, a private bar (BYOB) with mini fridge and microwave, 2 gas log fireplaces, flat screen HD TV (Dish Network), a private bath, WIFI access, air conditioning.

The Saloon is a Standard single king room and is part of a quad-plex with the Jail, Freight Office and Bath House rooms. The Saloon has double connecting doors with the Jail and with the Freight Office that can provide an excellent option for groups to share these rooms. To have connecting rooms, please reserve the Jail and/or the Freight Office to share these two (or three) unique rooms during your stay.

As part of our plan, each XBR cabin fits into the overall design of our western town. The décor reminds you of the late 1800’s, but the amenities are modern. We are completely off the grid with solar powered energy. Our power system has proven to be more reliable than the local power company.

When you consider your options for Big Bend National Park cabins, you will be happy with our beautiful yet convenient location. We’re a short 15 minute drive to Terlingua and Study Butte. But we’re far enough away to rest and relax in the surrounding desert and mountainous topography. Big Bend National Park and entrance to the Santa Elena Canyon Trail are just 20 minutes away.

The Ten Bits Ranch Cantina is a unique and enjoyable part of your experience at Ten Bits Ranch. Your room access code will allow you access to the Cantina. Guests will find a self-serve continental breakfast provided 24/7 in the Cantina. There is also a large dining area and full-kitchen in the Cantina. Three full-size refrigerators and two stoves and oven are available for all guests to use during their stay. Out back of the Cantina, you will also find 2 propane grills for your use. Pots and pans, dishes and basic utensils are provided for use during your stay at Ten Bits Ranch.

Amenities at Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #14 - The Saloon

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

9.4 / 10.0
Outstanding(22 Ratings)
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Nov 2025
The ranch was very nice and well-stocked. The star viewing from the rockers on our front porch was awesome!
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Oct 2025
This was the perfect place for my husband and me. We were celebrating his birthday and the wedding of my best friend’s son. I loved how unique the property is to the location. We walked out the back door of our room and the scenery was incredible! The room has everything you need for a short stay. We had a problem with the hot water for our showers the first night there. I contacted Sis and she responded immediately and it was fixed the next day when we got back to our room from some wedding activities.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Sep 2025
Everything was excellent. We had a little bit of a scheduling conflict and there were very accommodating and this was first place we wanted to bring our bed home.
6.0 / 10.0Average·Feb 2025
We were expecting a remote, off the grid location, which we got. It was dustier than we expected. The Freight Office - #15 - should not be rented out until you can get rid of rhe sewer smell. We left a day early because of it. The cantina was good, but there was a large grease glob in the small sink that was neglected by your cleaning crew for 3 days. Might still be there for all we know .

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FAQs

Is parking included with this hotel?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #14 - The Saloon. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hotel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hotel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #14 - The Saloon pet friendly?

Yes! This hotel is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #14 - The Saloon?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.


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