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El Rancho Motel

Property class: 2

Photo gallery for El Rancho Motel

A dining area with outdoor seating, a sign reading "El Rancho Coronado," and a variety of flowers.
A reception desk with a wooden counter, a sign for El Rancho Motel, a flower arrangement, and a window with blinds.
A patio area with outdoor seating, a sign for El Rancho Coronado, and surrounding greenery.
A porch with a tiled floor and a door leading inside. There are two potted plants with pink flowers on the right side.
A modern hotel room with a glass door leading to a balcony, a bed with a white duvet, a desk with a chair, and a small table with a plant.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$281
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept

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
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Economy Room (1 Full Size Bed-No Closet,165 Sq Ft)

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a ceiling fan, a window with blinds, and a door.

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Economy Room (2 Full Size Beds-No Closet)

A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom, and a mirror.

Economy Room (2 Full Size Beds-No Closet)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a decorative pillow, and a wall with a tropical leaf pattern.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden wardrobe, a desk with a chair, and a ceiling fan.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

A modern hotel room with a glass door leading to a balcony, a bed with a white duvet, a desk with a chair, and a small table with a plant.

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A hotel room with a bed, a red sofa, a ceiling fan, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Coronado

At El Rancho Motel you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like San Diego Bay and Naval Base Coronado. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and express check-out. Additionally, you'll find multilingual staff. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this Coronado motel include San Diego-Coronado Bridge and Hotel del Coronado.
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What's nearby

  • Coronado Ferry Landing - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • San Diego Bay - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Naval Base Coronado - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Coronado Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Hotel del Coronado - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • 25th - Commercial Station - 4 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 13 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Il Fornaio Coronado - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rubio's Coastal Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Henry - ‬17 min walk

About this property

El Rancho Motel

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.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • No smoking on site
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.

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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

  • Smoking not allowed

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

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at El Rancho Motel?

El Rancho Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at El Rancho Motel?

As of 6 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Rancho Motel on 7 Sept 2026 start from NZ$281, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at El Rancho Motel?

Yep, El Rancho Motel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to El Rancho Motel?

The closest beach to El Rancho Motel is Mission Beach (11.2 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at El Rancho Motel?

No, El Rancho Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at El Rancho Motel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at El Rancho Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

El Rancho Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 473 out of 933 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 299 out of 933 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 933 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 933 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 933 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anastatia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great value.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

M Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, hot shower, cold a/c, nice staff, quiet and great location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, clean rooms,
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There is parking available and the staff was helpful with check in and check out. The facility is basic but clean and well maintained and is a good value for the money in this area.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute. Perfect central location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, parking, ac This is my second time booking a room al El Rancho M . Is very close to restaurants and the beach area, I would recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean..loved the location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and cute. Great location walking distance to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a lovely place to stay. The staff was so helpful and accommodating. It is a great centrally located place walking distance from shops and the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute little place so convenient . Def would go back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. Easy parking close walking distance to all shops and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. Very clean only problem we had was we couldn’t get the TV to work. They were helpful with suggestions, but we never were able to figure it out. Overall a very nice place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Clean and Cozy. Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a nice little place to stay for a weekend. Rooms are clean, staff is wonderful and helpful and the rooms are clean. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is clean, within walking distance of food and shops. Great place !!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Troyce

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable place in a great location!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was easy check on, appreciated the glass coffee cup!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Favorite place while visiting Coronado
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

chris

Parking
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, eventlless stay. Simple check-in and check out and the staff is very kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Great quaint little hotel! Easy check in, very clean room, walking distance to shops and restaurants, and free parking which is unheard of on Coronado Island.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Bryan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Room was dirty upon arrival. The floors and the shower were noticeably not cleaned. Cheapest place to stay in Coronado
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The stay here was great! It was simple, cute, and had everything you need even in a smaller single room. Fridge, microwave, and coffee maker with pods! Such a simple and great stay. Super comfortable beds as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026