West Texas Is Booming

There’s a new show from Taylor Sheridan starring Jon Hamm, Demi Moore, Billy Bob Thornton set in West Texas. Say less.

Landman, the newest show from writer and creator Taylor Sheridan (known for the blockbuster show Yellowstone and owner of 6666 Ranch in central Texas) premiered on Paramount+ and we think it's a hit.

Based on West Texan Christian Wallace's Texas Monthly podcast "Boomtown," Landman is set in the proverbial ‘boomtown’ oil fields of Midland-Odessa. Filmed mostly around Fort Worth and Weatherford, Landman stars Jon Hamm as Fort Worth-based billionaire Monty Miller, Demi Moore as his wife Cami and Billy Bob Thornton as Tommy Norris, a 'landman,' which, according to the Houston Chronicle, is “a seemingly old-fashioned term for the person oil companies hire to negotiate oil, gas and mineral rights with sometimes hostile landowners.”

While we’re excited for the drama certain to unfold in true Sheridan style, we’re really here for the West Texas scenery. Although Odessa, probably best known as the setting for Friday Night Lights, isn’t really a tourist destination, some of the towns and settings around it aren’t to be missed.  

To capture the Landman vibe, we’ve put together a list of some of the most “Texan” hotels to check out next time you’re in the area:  

^{Every hotel on Late Checkout is independently selected by us. If you book something through our links, we may earn an affiliate commission.}

Hotel Drover, Ft. Worth, TX

Set in the heart of the historic Fort Worth Stockyards, Hotel Drover harnesses the West's true spirit to create a new legacy for Ft. Worth.  Named for the drovers who moved cattle from place to place, Hotel Drover is a timeless and luxe spot to dust off your boots, hang your hat and stay awhile.

Rates start at $500. Book here.

Gage Hotel, Marathon, TX

Open since 1927, The Gage Hotel is surrounded by the pristine beauty of Big Bend country. Unique accommodations complement the laid-back luxury, gracious hospitality and one of the most iconic bars in Texas – White Buffalo.  

Rates start at $230. Book here.  

Hotel Paso del Norte, El Paso, TX

El Paso's 1912 icon has come gloriously back to life. Perched on the intersection of states and nations, this historic hotel weaves together a unique blend of Mexican, Texan, and North American cultures to create an experience that is unique and truly represents the "Soul of El Paso"

Rooms start at $220. Book now.

Hotel Saint George, Marfa, TX

Hotel Saint George first opened its doors in Marfa in 1886, offering a new touch of gentility to the far-flung railroad stop surrounded by nothing but space. Today, Hotel Saint George's graceful simplicity channels Marfa itself, while offering guests luxe amenities and the most spacious, artfully designed accommodations in town.  

Rates start at $250.  Book here.  

Albert Hotel, Fredericksburg, TX  

The newest hotel on our list, Albert Hotel is named for architect and historic preservationist Albert Keidel. Set on Main Street in historic downtown Fredericksburg, TX, the hotel was designed to preserve the town’s distinctive character with a mix of long-standing, historically-protected buildings and new construction tucked away behind.

Rooms start at $180. Book now.

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