El Rancho Motel

2.0 star property

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

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • 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

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Economy Room (2 Full Size Beds-No Closet)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 175 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Coronado

Naval Base Coronado is a short stroll from El Rancho Motel, and other popular attractions like San Diego-Coronado Bridge are within a mile (2 km). The 10 rooms at this motel include refrigerators, microwaves, and minibars.

What's nearby

  • Coronado Ferry Landing - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • San Diego Bay - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Naval Base Coronado - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Coronado Beach - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Hotel del Coronado - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rubio's Coastal Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Il Fornaio Coronado - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Coronado Brewing Company - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Clayton's Coffee Shop - ‬16 min walk

About this property

El Rancho Motel

Guests staying at El Rancho Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas and express check-out. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with sightseeing, directions, and local dining recommendations.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and minibars are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite 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 available

Check-out

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 35.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

Are free cancellation options available at El Rancho Motel?

El Rancho Motel offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do near El Rancho Motel?

This motel is located in Coronado, a short 13-minute walk from Naval Base Coronado and also 19 minutes on foot from San Diego-Coronado Bridge. You'll also find Petco Park and Balboa Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at El Rancho Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Does El Rancho Motel include a casino at the property?

No, El Rancho Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at El Rancho Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at El Rancho Motel?

Couples staying at this motel will value amenities like a minibar, kitchenettes in some guestrooms, as well as a 24-hour front desk.

Does El Rancho Motel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does El Rancho Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, El Rancho Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will El Rancho Motel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at El Rancho Motel though service animals are welcome.

Does El Rancho Motel have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to El Rancho Motel?

The closest major airport to El Rancho Motel is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), which is 7.4 mi away (16 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 13.6 mi away (19-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at El Rancho Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at El Rancho Motel.

El Rancho Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 412 out of 831 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 278 out of 831 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 831 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 831 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 831 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff was ultra courteous.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

April, Coronado

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay comfy
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

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

8/10 Good

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Perry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Limited parking. Didn't know check in procedure before arriving. No person. No answer to phone but did respond quick to text giving us check in instructions. Cute place. Clean. Walked to shopping. Would like more choices in case the parking was taken. Loved no extra parking fees! Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Paula

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness

Okay for overnight stay only

Parking was easy. Close to shops. Room was extremely small. Not worth the price. Old and poor ventilation.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I felt very safe in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Juan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marguerite

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very safe area as well as clean. walkable to bay, easy walk to beach although somewhat long.
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

William

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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