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Caboose experience is really unique and definitely a must do in area for a family, groups or couple.

Super nice place and I appreciate the communication. First they called and said they close at 9 but had a solution also left something in the caboose and they called and left us know. Thanks

Everything was fine the caboose was ok needed some update but fine and unusual overall a pleasant experience

We stayed in the honeymoon caboose and had a fabulous time. The staff is friendly and helpful and the restaurant is excellent.

Truly a different lodging experience; a authentic train caboose which had been in service, converted to a motel room. Admittedly not a lot of room to move around but with two flat screen TVs, bathroom with shower, queen size bed, frig, microwave, table & chairs and a bunk bed...it would be expected. The Red Caboose Motel began operations in 1970 and some updating should be considered.

Petting zoo was adorable!! Very friendly staff. Great location. Will stay here again.

Nice and quiet place to stay at . You can enjoy the petting zoo there is also a restaurant too definitely coming back

Very cool spot to stop for a night on our travels.

Great for train fans. Super close to the Strasburg Railroad and Amish country. Real steam trains and horse and buggy rides. Great for watching too.

There was friendly service and very beautiful and unique!

The Cabooses added to the character of the property of course. Would be fun for children especially.

Property and train cars have changed very little since our last stay with our son in the 90's. It was nice to be able to to bring our grandchildren and duplicate that trip from long ago.

Liked there were so many play options for kids and close to everything. Didn't like that the caboose smelled like mold and the bathroom did have mold in it. The bedding was not comfortable either.

Red Caboose is a very unique place to stay and the staff were friendly and helpful. I feel the cars could be updated as the one we were in was showing it's age... but maybe that's part of the charm.

Unique place

My wife agreed to a train vacation - she called it a "traincation" - sleeping in the caboose was really nice. Eating in the Casey Jones dining car was an added bonus - very nice and the food and service was excellent. We saw lots of young families and the children seemed to enjoy the experience - including the free petting zoo and Amish buggy rides. The staff was super friendly and helpful - even called to make sure we got into our caboose and everything was going good. This is a property with 38 cabooses and two larger cars. But everything was clean and well stocked. It's safe. You park right in front of your caboose. A/C and lights all worked as they should. I highly recommend the Red Caboose Hotel - it's a fun place and there are LOTS of things to do close by. If you go - take a train ride on the nearby steam loco powered Strasburg Railroad train! A BIG GOOD TIME! I

If you love trains this is the place to stay! Friendly and helpful staff, excellent restaurant, cozy rooms in a caboose! Beautiful scenery, can’t wait to stay again!

Everything was good so was the food

Paradise Lane Ronks PA

Hotel highlights

  • Free WiFi in rooms and public areas
  • Free uncovered self parking
  • Onsite dining

Red Caboose Motel places you next to Amish Impressions and within a 5-minute walk of National Toy Train Museum. This motel has 47 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.


Dining

You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge or visit the onsite restaurant for a bite to eat. Start each morning with cooked-to-order breakfast, available for a fee from 7:30 AM to noon.


Rooms

Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and portable fans.


Property features

At Red Caboose Motel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, an arcade/game room, and express check-in. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and tours/tickets. Additional amenities include a gift shop, a vending machine, and a picnic area.

Room options

Farmhouse Efficiency Suite Sm 2 Queen beds

2 Queen Beds | Sleeps 4

Honeymoon Caboose, 1 Queen Bed, Whirlpool Bath

1 Queen Bed | Sleeps 3

Small Family Caboose, 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunks

1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds | Sleeps 4

Farmhouse Suite, 2 Queen & 2 Single Beds

2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds | Sleeps 6

Guest reviews for Red Caboose Motel

Everyone (22) Couples (6) Family (11)
5
Everyone

Caboose experience is really unique and definitely a must do in area for a family, groups or couple.

By on Mar 26, 2024

Review comment responded on Mar 26, 2024

We are happy that you enjoyed your stay and hope you come back to visit again

5
Family with small children

Super nice place and I appreciate the communication. First they called and said they close at 9 but had a solution also left something in the caboose and they called and left us know. Thanks

By on Feb 8, 2023

Review comment responded on Feb 9, 2023

We're so happy you enjoyed your time with us.We strive to make each stay a memorable one.Please come back and visit us again.

4
Friends

Everything was fine the caboose was ok needed some update but fine and unusual overall a pleasant experience

By on Jan 23, 2023

Review comment responded on Jan 23, 2023

We are glad you enjoyed your stay!. With the age of the cabooses, we are always working on keeping them up to date! We are very busy this winter making them better!

5
Partner Couples

We stayed in the honeymoon caboose and had a fabulous time. The staff is friendly and helpful and the restaurant is excellent.

By , from Ocean on Dec 15, 2022

Review comment responded on Dec 15, 2022

We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and loved the resturaunt.!

5
Everyone

By on Oct 3, 2022

4
Partner Couples

Truly a different lodging experience; a authentic train caboose which had been in service, converted to a motel room. Admittedly not a lot of room to move around but with two flat screen TVs, bathroom with shower, queen size bed, frig, microwave, table & chairs and a bunk bed...it would be expected. The Red Caboose Motel began operations in 1970 and some updating should be considered.

By , from Willow Park on Jun 26, 2022

Review comment responded on Jun 26, 2022

Thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your feed back. We are in the process of updating all of our cabooses. We are making other renovations on the property as well.

5
Family

Petting zoo was adorable!! Very friendly staff. Great location. Will stay here again.

By on May 28, 2022

Review comment responded on Jun 10, 2022

WooWoo! We are glad you had such a good time! Till we see you again.

5
Partner Couples

Nice and quiet place to stay at . You can enjoy the petting zoo there is also a restaurant too definitely coming back

By on May 27, 2022

Review comment responded on Jun 10, 2022

Thanks so much for staying with us. It was such a pleasure having you on-board with us. We can't wait to have you back.

5
Family with small children

Very cool spot to stop for a night on our travels.

By on Apr 16, 2022

Review comment responded on Apr 16, 2022

We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay!

5
Family with small children

Great for train fans. Super close to the Strasburg Railroad and Amish country. Real steam trains and horse and buggy rides. Great for watching too.

By on Dec 20, 2021

Review comment responded on Dec 20, 2021

So glad you enjoyed your stay! Come back again soon!

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