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El Rancho Motel

2.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
Hallway
Front of property
Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette | Minibar, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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370 Orange Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118
  • Place, Coronado Ferry Landing
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Coronado Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Hotel del Coronado
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Economy Room (1 Full Size Bed-No Closet,165 Sq Ft) | Minibar, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room (1 Full Size Bed-No Closet,165 Sq Ft)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Economy Room (2 Full Size Beds-No Closet) | Minibar, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room (2 Full Size Beds-No Closet)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Minibar, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Minibar, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette | Minibar, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible | Minibar, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

El Rancho Motel

Motel with free parking, near Petco Park
A 24-hour front desk, express check-out and free self-parking are available at this smoke-free motel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include multilingual staff assistance.
El Rancho Motel offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at El Rancho Motel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from San Diego Bay. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Amenities include multilingual staff
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the helpful staff
  • 13 minutes by foot from Naval Base Coronado and a 3-minute drive from Hotel del Coronado
El Rancho Motel offers its guests multilingual staff and express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Coronado motel is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 35.0 per stay.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 35.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Guests will receive key retrieval information. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

El Rancho Motel Coronado
El Rancho Coronado
El Rancho Hotel Coronado
El Rancho Motel Motel
El Rancho Motel Coronado
El Rancho Motel Motel Coronado

El Rancho Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 394 out of 806 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 274 out of 806 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 806 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 806 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 806 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maria Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome area (:
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous area within walking distance of downtown and easy driving distance to downtown San Diego or the beaches of Coronado. Nearby restaurants, grocery stores, park. Nice room with characterful retro appliances. Manager very kind and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was so cute, like a little Barbie house. We will def book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only downgrade is the shower was slippery and the water pressure was soso
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jessie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Reasonably priced option in Coronado. Easy walk to restaurants and beaches. Self serve check-in. Housekeeping was hit and miss, but overall it met our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

nelson

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
One of poorest accommodations we hav ever stayed at
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

ELLAN

Parking is scarce
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location. Could walk restaurants. Small bathroom area yet fine. Need Kleenex. Thank you, nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

MARK

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Easy parking. Coffee & small fridge in room. Carpets need replacing and bathroom needs upgrades.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tony

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the stay we will be returning
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

William E

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location and cleanliness excellent m, but no staff around. Area beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel within
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Na
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianna

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The amenities are cute, the coffee was nice, and the property is quaint
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Wayne

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Waited more than an hour past our check in time. Bed was adequate at best. Carpeting was overdue for a cleaning or replacement.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rob

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Location

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great place. looking forward to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Marian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly charming! Great for walking to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

D brady

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience. Great price for a fabulous location and lovely room. It was a small room- they made that clear from the listing. But it was cozy and comfortable and I would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025