Hotel El Rancho

3.0 star property
Hotel in Gallup with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk

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Outdoor pool
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping

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Room options

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Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Jetted Tub

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed - single
Private bathroom
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Sofa Bed and 2 Double Beds

Economy Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Annex Building

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Family Suite, Annex Building

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2021
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(64 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Elite Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Annex Building

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(195 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
1000 E. Hwy 66, Gallup, NM, 87301

What's nearby

  • Gallup Cultural Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • El Morro Theatre - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Richardsons Trading Company - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Gallup Indian Medical Center - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Rio West Mall - 3 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Gallup Station - 14 min walk
  • Gallup, NM (GUP-Gallup Municipal) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Jerry's Cafe - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Hotel El Rancho

Hotel near a train station, remodelled in 2021
Consider a stay at Hotel El Rancho and take advantage of a terrace, shopping on-site and a fireplace in reception. Be sure to enjoy a meal at El Rancho Restaurant, the on-site restaurant. In addition to a bar and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), ATM/banking services and a gift shop
  • Luggage storage, a lift and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 99 individually furnished rooms feature amenities, such as free WiFi, desk chairs and free bottled water. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; USD 19 to 29 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • 49'er Lounge
  • El Rancho Restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Shopping

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Lift (108 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Built in 1937
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - July 2021

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during March, October, November, December, January and February:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 16 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 19 to 29 for adults and USD 0 to 15 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

El Rancho Hotel Gallup
El Rancho Gallup
El Rancho Hotel
Hotel El Rancho
Hotel El Rancho Hotel
Hotel El Rancho Gallup
Historic El Rancho Hotel
Hotel El Rancho Hotel Gallup

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel El Rancho pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 16 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hotel El Rancho ?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel El Rancho ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel El Rancho ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hotel El Rancho located?

Situated in Gallup, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Babe Ruth Park and Gallup Cultural Center. El Morro Theatre and Richardsons Trading Company are also within 1 mile (2 km). Gallup Station is 14 minutes by foot.

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Hotel El Rancho Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1477 out of 2042 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 381 out of 2042 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 2042 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 2042 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 2042 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cute and quaint hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved the ambiance, cleanliness, wonderful tiled bathrooms, small but fun rooms, great bed
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

It was so unique after a vacation full of chains
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel with a history and good food.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is clean and decorated to reflect its past. We loved our stay! We had a family suite, which was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place :) great decor, service and the restaurant is pretty decent and timely.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always stay here if im in Gallup. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chuck

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent vintage hotel with historic significance that has been updated yet still harkens back to earlier years. Great location, historic charm. Food and drinks were fantastic as well as the staff attention and kindness. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorrie

Liked: Amenities
The hotel is amazing as is the staff and the restaurant!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay in Gallup. Great history
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! So historic and fun
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Cute historic Hotel rooms were a little small but overall great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the charm of the property and the wonderful lobby.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the inside and decoration. Well kept
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed out first time at El Rancho. We stayed in the annex building and the rooms were exceptionally clean and cutely decorated in a Route 66 theme! Everyone was very friendly and the main hotel is beautiful. My kids loved discovering the secret room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel but room and bathroom a bit small
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A Road Trip Must Everything you would hope for when visiting a Historic Route 66 Hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was one of the best hotel experiences we have ever had. The design abd decor are one of a kind and in addition to creative every feature was so functional and thoughtful to the guest. Wonderful value.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Desiree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberrt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the history surrounding this hotel. The atmosphere and decor is wonderful. We ate in the restaurant twice and the food and service were great. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El Rancho is a pleasant upscale remembrance of the past glories of Cowboy Westerns, with all of the accoutrements and vivid documentation. The classic actors of the era stayed here & today's guest get to share in that. Quaint w great Bar and Restaurant on site. You'll enjoy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was nice they have outdoor security as there were a lot of homeless people around the area
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved its uniqueness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025