The Gardner Hotel and Hostel located near downtown near Downtown El Paso has been a downtown El Paso mainstay since 1922, the Gardner Hotel has a storied history — infamous gangster John Dillinger stayed here in the 1930s while on the run. The public areas are well kept, especially the attractive lobby, which has been restored to its original condition with a marble staircase, mauve carpeting, and historical photographs. There are two shared hostel rooms — one for males and one for females — each with two bunk beds and desks. There is also a wide range of private accommodations — some with no frills, some with the original antique furnishings. Hostel guests share bathrooms and an equipped kitchen, and also have access to a television, a pool table, and a pay Internet kiosk. The private rooms have TVs, phones, and private bathrooms.