El Rancho Motel is a beach lover’s haven near Hotel del Coronado, where you can soak up the sun and enjoy free in-room WiFi. Relax with express check-out, multilingual staff, and helpful service that has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
24/7 front desk
Free parking
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Main amenities (7)
Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Beach umbrellas
Beach towels
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Multilingual staff
Feel at home (6)
Microwave
Private bathroom
Television
Daily housekeeping
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
$159 nightly
The total price is $175
$175 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total includes taxes and fees
Room options
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Economy Room - Best fits 1 guest (1 Full Size Bed-No Closet,165 Sq Ft)
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
15 reviews
(15 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
161 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed
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Economy Room (2 Full Size Beds-No Closet)
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 reviews
(2 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
175 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Twin Beds
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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
10 reviews
(10 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
200 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
15 reviews
(15 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
190 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 reviews
(3 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
210 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
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San Diego Convention Center - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
Getting around
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 16 min drive
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 19 min drive
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 22 min drive
Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 37 min drive
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 41 min drive
Old Town Transit Center - 13 min drive
San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 14 min drive
San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 21 min drive
Restaurants
Village Pizzeria Bayside - 11 min walk
Coronado Brewing Company - 4 min walk
Starbucks - 4 min walk
Coronado Coffee Company - 10 min walk
Peohe's - 11 min walk
About this property
El Rancho Motel
El Rancho Motel offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of San Diego Bay and Naval Base Coronado. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Also, Hotel del Coronado and Coronado Beach are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English, French, Portuguese, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
10 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking limited
Free offsite parking nearby
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
What to do
Beach nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Multilingual staff
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 35.0 per stay
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
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
Does El Rancho Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, El Rancho Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at El Rancho Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at El Rancho Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at El Rancho Motel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at El Rancho Motel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking and windsurfing, and practice your swing on the nearby golf course.
What's the area around El Rancho Motel like?
El Rancho Motel is a short 8-minute walk from San Diego Bay and 13 minutes' walk from Coronado Ferry Landing.
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El Rancho Motel Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Bed
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Restaurant
Beach
Walking
Value
Ferry
What guests liked
The property is close to the beach and offers easy access to beach activities and amenities. (9 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jul 31, 2025
The amenities are cute, the coffee was nice, and the property is quaint
Dianna
Dianna, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 6, 2025
Great location and great customer service.
D brady
D brady, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 23, 2025
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!
Monica
Monica, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 14, 2025
Great place. looking forward to return.
daniel
daniel, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 8, 2025
Safe and clean
Marco
Marco, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 6, 2025
Great place to stay!
Hector
Hector, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 5, 2025
Easy access to anywhere on Coronado, and right on the public bus line with easy access to sites to see in San Diego.
Stefanie
Stefanie, 6-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 19, 2025
Lovely property, comfortable rooms, and very accommodating and friendly staff!
Samuel
Samuel, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 2, 2025
Na
Todd
Todd, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 22, 2025
Excellent experience
Derek
Derek, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 1, 2025
Adorable room. Easy to check in and check out. Very convenient. Will stay again
Stephanie
Stephanie, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 25, 2025
Nice place to rest
Aaron
Aaron, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 4, 2025
This is a cute lil boutique style place to stay. Location is on orange, near the bay(walkable).
We used our e-bikes to get around the island and were able to go everywhere without using our vehicle. (Including beach)
Perfect place to stay abd have a lil $ left to have some fun!
Brigantine has the best taco Tuesday with swordfish tacos!!! And Poehes has a great happy hour overlooking the bay at San Diego. Enjoy😎
Diana
Diana, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 26, 2025
Cozy spot in Coronado
Cozy rooms. Within walking distance to restaurants and shopping. Wish the WiFi was stronger but otherwise a great place to stay.
Joseph
Joseph, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jan 23, 2025
A perfect place to stay, with zen Buddhas and flamingos, loved it!
Liesl
Liesl, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Mar 9, 2025
Motel is very clean and cozy. Staff was very helpful
Theresa
Theresa, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 17, 2025
Quiet, clean, easy access, very affordable.
Anne
Anne, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 6, 2025
Cute
Dana Richard
Dana Richard, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Sep 29, 2024
Great stay, super easy.
Seth
Seth, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 10, 2025
It is posted in multiple places that quiet time is from 9:00pm to 9:00am. At 6:45am someone had a leaf blower going! It only occurred one morning. Otherwise, awesome stay.
michael
michael, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 5, 2025
Exceed
Christian
Christian, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Oct 27, 2024
A Clean, reasonably priced small but comfortable rooms.
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jan 24, 2025
very cozy
FELIPE
FELIPE, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Oct 7, 2024
Wonderful Location
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Oct 29, 2024
Clean comfortable room on Coronado Island. Kinda small in size but great for us while we were in town.