Discover the Hotel Settles' elegant Art Deco architecture, which has been lovingly restored to its circa-1930s glory after an extensive renovation faithfully following the building's original blueprints. Its distinctive appearance and place in Texas history led to the hotel being listed on the National Register of Historic Places in April 2013.

Marvel at the beautifully restored floors, woodwork, and plasterwork, which were originally designed by architect David Castle. W.R. Settles originally built this magnificent historic hotel during the late 1920s, as the surrounding community of Big Springs underwent a massive oil boom. He spared no expense in bringing the building to life, spending around $500,000 on its construction.

Follow in the footsteps of Hotel Settles' most distinguished guests. Hailed as one of the finest hotels of its time, Hotel Settles hosted many illustrious individuals over the years, from Hollywood celebrities to politicians, with names like Elvis Presley, Lawrence Welk, Marilyn Monroe, Hand former U.S. presidents Herbert Hoover and Lyndon B. Johnson having graced its guestlist. The hotel even played a role in the 1969 film Midnight Cowboy.