Texas is full of haunted hotels, but none are quite as unique as the historic Gage Hotel in Marathon. Why is the Gage Hotel haunted? What is it in the history of the Gage Hotel in Texas that has people shivering in their shoes? Read on to hear about what makes it haunted and the kinds of paranormal activity you’ll see there.

The Gage Hotel is located way out in the West Texas desert, a fact that, in and of itself, makes you feel a little wigged out during your stay here.
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Built in the 1920s by a man named Alfred Gage who picked up and moved from Vermont to the wide-open promised lands of Texas, the hotel has definitely seen its fair share of people pass through over the years. It isn't hard to believe spirits wander the halls of a place with such a rich history.
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Unfortunately, Mr. Gage was unable to enjoy the fruits of his labor for very long, for he passed away just one year after the Gage opened. He is one of the many ghosts reported to haunt the building - not in a malicious manner, but rather simply to check up on things and bask in the glory of his idea that became a huge success after his demise.
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Guests have reported countless other Gage Hotel ghosts sitting outside on the porch, strolling through the patio gardens, and pacing up and down the hallways. Rooms 10 and 39 are supposedly the most "active" spots in the hotel.
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Aside from the paranormal, the overall atmosphere of the Gage tends to evoke a feeling of mystery, unease, and eeriness. Among other things, the numerous animal skulls mounted on the walls give rise to a macabre sense of death that you won't be able to shake easily.
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Despite its creepy vibe and alleged hauntings, the Gage Hotel is undoubtedly one of the most fascinating places to stay in all of Texas. It's as if, within these walls, time is frozen in the Old West era. Plus, there's just no feeling like being in the middle of nowhere without a care in the world.
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Have you ever stayed at the Gage? What do you think, is the Gage Hotel history true? Is the Gage Hotel haunted? If you have run into any other haunted hotels in Texas, share a story or two with us in the comments.

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Haunted Hotels In Texas

Chris Muras | January 26, 2024

Are there any haunted hotels in Texas?
Texas has a rich history and with a long period of history, there are bound to be a few nefarious goings-on that lead to a few restless spirits. Here are a few haunted hotels in Texas where you might just catch a glimpse of the supernatural:

  • Holland Hotel, Alpine, TX: This historic hotel has been giving guests a comfortable place to rest their heads since 1928. It is so welcoming that many guests are lingering even to this day. With numerous stories and legends of creepy occurrences happening at the Holland, it is no wonder that it is considered one of the most haunted hotels in Texas.
  • Jefferson Hotel, Jefferson, TX: This hotel was originally a cotton warehouse built in the 1850s. Over the next several decades it was a speakeasy, a gambling den, and numerous other businesses before becoming a hotel in 1895. One of the creepiest stories involves the sound of children's laughter and mysterious footsteps running down the hallways. If you dare stay at this haunted hotel, you can record your sightings in the "Book of the Dead" a guest book, so to speak, of all the creepy occurrences that have happened at this historic spine-tingling hotel.
  • Crockett Hotel, San Antonio, TX: San Antonio is a hotbed of haunted hotels, and the Crockett is certainly a doozy. It was built in 1909 on the Alamo combat zone, only a few steps from the bloodiest battle in Texas history. As you can imagine, there are some pretty restless spirits wandering the halls. There have been reports of people hearing horses galloping down the hallways, an elevator that seems to have a mind of its own trapping guests inside as it randomly goes up and down, glowing orbs showing up in photos, and even sightings of men in dark blue revolutionary garb.

If you enjoy a spooky story and the spine-tingling sensation of something hidden in dark places, you'll love this haunted Texas road trip. Hop in the RV and head to haunted hotels in Galveston, a ghost road in Saratoga, or perhaps catch ghostly lights in the sky in Marfa.

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Gage Hotel, 102 NW 1st St, Highway 90W #90w, Marathon, TX 79842, USA