Who owns Paso del Norte hotel?

The Meyers Group
El Paso’s 108-year-old icon has come gloriously back to life. Acquired by The Meyers Group in 2016, and following a four-year multimillion-dollar renovation, the 351-room luxury hotel has been restored to its former grandeur and is now part of the Autograph Collection.

How old is the El Paso del Norte hotel?

Built in 1912, Hotel Paso del Norte has spent a decade perfecting hospitality. A veritable who’s who of the 20th century have passed through these doors, adding their stories to the unique blend of Native American, Mexican and Southwest Texas cultures that make this hotel a true gem.

What year was Paso del Norte TX founded?

1659
El Paso del Norte (the present day Ciudad Juárez), was founded on the south bank of the Río Bravo del Norte, (Rio Grande) in 1659 by Fray García de San Francisco. Agriculture flourished thanks to the complex irrigation system built by the Spanish and Indians, including a massive earthen dam.

What is the history of El Paso?

In 1789 the presidio of San Elizario was founded to help in the defense of the El Paso settlements against the Apaches. With the establishment of Mexican independence from Spain in 1821 (see MEXICAN TEXAS), the El Paso area and what is now the American Southwest became a part of the Mexican nation.

What food is El Paso famous for?

Even in El Paso, a city held up as the Mexican food capital of the USA, the border cuisine here stands out. Start with a plate of tostadasand salsa before moving on to the excellent homemade caldos (soups), fajitas, burritos and enchiladas.

Can you go to Juarez without a passport?

U.S. citizens must present a valid U.S. passport book or card, in addition to an entry permit (Forma Migratoria Multiple or FMM) issued by Instituto Nacional de Migración (INM). Travelers should be sure to enter Mexico with valid proof of automobile registration, even if remaining in the border zone.