Red Caboose Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Ronks with a restaurant and a bar

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Property grounds
Reception
Restaurant
Baggage Car, 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Bunks | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
312 Paradise Lane, Ronks, PA, 17572
  • Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Sight and Sound Theatre
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • The Amish Village
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Lancaster, PA (LNS)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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Room options

Medium Family Caboose, 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Bunks

  • 207 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Mail Car, 2 Queen Beds

  • 207 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Large Family Caboose, 1 Double Bed and 4 Single Bunks

  • 207 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Small Family Caboose, 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunks

  • 207 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Farmhouse Efficiency Suite Sm 2 Queen beds (NOT CABOOSE)

  • 207 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Baggage Car, 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Bunks

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Farmhouse Suite, 2 Queen & 2 Single Beds

  • 207 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Farmhouse Small Suite, 1 Queen Bed & 1 Double Bed (NOT CABOOSE)

  • 207 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Honeymoon Caboose, 1 Queen Bed, Whirlpool Bath

  • 207 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Farmhouse Efficiency Suite, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed (NOT CABOOSE)

  • 207 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Couples Caboose, 1 Double Bed

  • 207 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Double Caboose, 2 Double Beds

  • 207 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Ronks

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.

What's nearby

  • Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cherry Crest Adventure Farm - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Sight and Sound Theatre - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • The Amish Village - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • American Music Theatre Lancaster - 9 min drive - 5.9 miles

Getting around

  • Lancaster Station - 19 min drive
  • Lancaster, PA (LNS) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Smorgasbord - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Down On The Farm Creamery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Red Caboose Motel

Motel in Ronks with a restaurant and a bar
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 picnic area, a vending machine, and barbecue grills.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and portable fans.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to noon for a fee: USD 4.95 to 9.95 for adults and USD 4.99 to 4.99 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Built in 1970
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 10.0 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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 4.95 to 9.95 for adults, and USD 4.99 to 4.99 for children
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 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 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
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck 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 or credit 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. 
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Red Caboose Motel
Red Caboose Motel Ronks
Red Caboose Ronks
Red Caboose Hotel
Red Caboose Motel, Restaurant & Gift Shop Hotel Strasburg
Red Caboose Motel, Restaurant And Gift Shop
Red Caboose Motel Motel
Red Caboose Motel Ronks
Red Caboose Motel Motel Ronks

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Red Caboose Motel?

Red Caboose Motel provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see within easy reach of Red Caboose Motel?

This motel is located in Ronks, just steps from Amish Impressions and National Toy Train Museum, and within a short walk of The House of Donald Collectibles and Museum. You'll also find Sight and Sound Theatre and The Amish Village within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Red Caboose Motel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking and free RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does Red Caboose Motel include a casino on the premises?

No, Red Caboose Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Red Caboose Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Red Caboose Motel?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include kitchens.

Does Red Caboose Motel have a hot tub?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Red Caboose Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Red Caboose Motel serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Red Caboose Motel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Red Caboose Motel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Red Caboose Motel?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Red Caboose Motel?

The closest major airport to Red Caboose Motel is Lancaster, PA (LNS), which is 15.8 mi away (26 minutes by car). Another top airport is Reading, PA (RDG-Reading Regional), which is around 28.6 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Red Caboose Motel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Red Caboose Motel.

Red Caboose Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 760 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 185 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1002 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

ruthy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I, and my friends, enjoyed the concept/idea of the cabooses. This time, however, the caboose I had seemed to be run down and not as nice as in the past....I had also inquired two times during my stay if I could SEE some of the the other cabooses so I could choose the one I liked best for my next stay but was told (both times) that that is not possible. I would be given what was available....I would rather "KNOW" which one I was actually getting before securing a caboose. :(
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisheva

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great experience we had, staying at the Red Caboose! Our cabin was lovely, the staff were friendly and helpful, and we enjoyed the beautiful surroundings as well as the charming town of Lancaster. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Crystal

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was great thats why we like staying there.What also makes this a great place to stay is there is a restaurant on site,Casey Jones.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Red Caboose grounds were well kept and a wonderful experience! From the restaurant to the petting zoo, we loved every bit of it! The room was a classic motel setup, but with a train flare.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

melodie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historical. Quaint cosey
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

francis

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

Tchou tchouuuuu

Cool expérience ! Nice place and good restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

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

Red cabbose inn

It was excellent very nice and clean,we stayed at the farm house second floor room #4, well worth the money
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

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

Great place!

The kids loved getting to sleep in a Caboose. It was very clean and comfortable. Kids each had their own bed. Our only issue was the cold floor. When temps dropped and wind picked up the carpeting on the floor did little to cover the cold. So if you are going in cooler weather take your slippers.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth, Lake Worth

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most unique place we probably could’ve stayed, can’t wait to come back one day!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at the Red Caboose Motel! Thank you for everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Apollymi

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a little chilly being the beginning of March but otherwise and excellent stay. Even my son loved it all.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a fun place to stay, especially with children. I went spur of the moment with my 10 year old girl; she loved the charm of the space and the bunkbeds. I loved the service and novelty of the neat space. We will be back soon with our whole family.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria G

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great get way
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miqueias

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an assume little “motel, not really a motel like others around though as their rooms are redone cabooses. It’s absolutely awesome sleeping in a very clean and cute, authentic caboose. Adorable, clean, and so much fun. You can also watch the Strasburg train pass right from your front door. The restaurant, Casey Jones, is very convenient, the food is good and the staff are all amazing. We’re already making plans to come back with our granddaughter.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love this place. It’s so much fun. The rooms are cozy and clean and everyone is super friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025