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El Rancho Motel

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Petco Park

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Located near the iconic Hotel del Coronado, El Rancho Motel welcomes sun-seekers with free in-room WiFi and convenient express check-out. The helpful multilingual staff consistently leaves positive impressions on guests who return for the beachside location and reliable service.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is S$150
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

View all photos for 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)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
370 Orange Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118

What's nearby

  • Coronado Ferry Landing - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Coronado Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Hotel del Coronado - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Petco Park - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 7 min drive - 7.1 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 - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Coronado Brewing Company - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Village Pizzeria Bayside - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬9 min walk

About this property

El Rancho Motel

Motel near Hotel del Coronado
Near Coronado Beach, El Rancho Motel provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, smoke-free property and beach umbrellas
  • Multilingual staff, beach towels and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at El Rancho Motel include perks, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and minibars. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and electric kettles

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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 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals 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

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

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

Is El Rancho Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 16 Nov, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Rancho Motel on 30 Nov, 2025 start from S$149.99, 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.

How much is parking at El Rancho Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at El Rancho Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at El Rancho Motel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is El Rancho Motel located?

Situated by the ocean, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of San Diego Bay and Naval Base Coronado. Petco Park and Hotel del Coronado are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

El Rancho Motel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 382 out of 785 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 268 out of 785 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 785 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 785 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 785 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice, customer service was nice, ambiance was nice, all an all it was nice
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Victoria

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

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

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

8/10 Good

Jessie

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

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Liked: Amenities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

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

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for the location and proximity to so many different options for food and the beach. Loved our stay and we will be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 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

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property, comfortable rooms, and very accommodating and friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Nice place if you want to do a a 2 day getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

So close to the beach!

So close to the beach and amazing restaurants and shops. Property is super clean and service was fantastic. Finding parking was a bit of an issue but well worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liesl

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
A perfect place to stay, with zen Buddhas and flamingos, loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

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

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, clean, easy access, very affordable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean comfortable room on Coronado Island. Kinda small in size but great for us while we were in town.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

christy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly staff! Beautiful property
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Saundria

El Rancho Motel is a very clean and cozy place and I will book again for all of my trips to Coronado. Management goes the extra mile for their guests, it is indeed outstanding!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

A very clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice , clean place to stay! Thank you !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cozy, clean place. In a convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Very cute and Convenient

We loved the location! We are walkers, so walkable to both the Ferry Landing and shops /restaurants. Very happy with the DIY services. Easy access to towels, coffee, ect. Great water pressure in shower!!! Our room was tiny, but patios are very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kobie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is a cute place to stay with many amenities close by. It is different compared to more traditional hotels. If you are looking for an affordable motel with lots of things to do within walking distance, then this will be a great motel for you.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cute, safe solo travel spot

The El Rancho is so cute and quaint! It's a really sweet little place and it's clear the owners take good care of the property. The room was clean and comfortable. It was also really quiet which was nice for being streetside. Definitely would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was quaint. About 4 blocks from the ocean
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023