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El Rancho Hotel

3.0 star property

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Lunch and dinner served, American cuisine
Lunch and dinner served, American cuisine
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Lunch and dinner served, American cuisine
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1623 2nd Ave W, Williston, ND, 58801
  • Place, Harmon Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Williston State College
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Raymond Family Community Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Williston, ND (XWA-Basin Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Williston

Within a short walk of Harmon Park, El Rancho Hotel is within a mile (2 km) of Williston Parks & Recreation. This 3-star hotel has 92 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Harmon Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Williston State College - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • James Memorial Art Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Raymond Family Community Center - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • CHI St. Alexius Health - Williston Medical Center - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Williston Station - 4 min drive
  • Williston, ND (XWA-Basin Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Qdoba Mexican Eats - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Williston Brewing Company - ‬1 min walk

About this property

El Rancho Hotel

Guests of El Rancho Hotel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour business center, and a meeting room. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a vending machine, and an ATM.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, coffee makers, and safes.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 5:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Williston Brewing Company

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet (29 inches high)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM
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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-12:30 AM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at El Rancho Hotel?

El Rancho Hotel provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at El Rancho Hotel?

As of Mar 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Rancho Hotel on Mar 28, 2026 start from $91, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see within easy reach of El Rancho Hotel?

This hotel is located in Williston, a short 15-minute walk from Williston Parks & Recreation and also 7 minutes on foot from Harmon Park. You'll also find Raymond Family Community Center and Spring Lake Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at El Rancho Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does El Rancho Hotel have a casino on the premises?

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

Is there an indoor pool at El Rancho Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at El Rancho Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free Internet access as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Does El Rancho Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does El Rancho Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, El Rancho Hotel serves free continental breakfast at Williston Brewing Company each morning.

Does El Rancho Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at El Rancho Hotel for a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at El Rancho Hotel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to El Rancho Hotel?

The closest major airport to El Rancho Hotel is Williston, ND (XWA-Basin Intl.), which is 13.6 mi away (22 minutes by car).

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

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at El Rancho Hotel.

El Rancho Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 222 out of 482 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 153 out of 482 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 482 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 482 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 482 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Matthew

Traveled with family
It’s dry in the room, smells old. The water pressure of the shower head was so so so slow and takes so long for the water to heat up. Breakfast was ok but it’s dark where the table and chairs.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Lidia

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk and area look nice and clean. Front desk folks were nice. Room 143 in the back was an old looking dated room. The bedding for one of the beds was noticeably not changed. Unfortunately for us we arrived after midnight from our flight and we only needed the room til sunrise when we could hit the road. Will not be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Vincent

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property had plumbing issues and after I and another colleague were moved from the room experiencing plumbing issues, the second room had a window leak from the snow melting from above.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Yolanda

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

ROBERT

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The smell in the room was overwhelming. The light outside our room door was not functioning. The door lock was duct taped to the door. The peep hole in the door had a tissue stuffed in it. The ceiling tiles were dirty with a hole one tile covered with tape. There was no coffee or pot but there was a coffee machine. The carpet was dirty. There was no TV channel guide or motel directory. The breakfast was horrible-hard inedible French toast sticks, watery eggs.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Vincent

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Vincent

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking easy staff friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Josh

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my third time staying here and keep giving the place the benefit of the doubt before I ever spoke on it. First time they gave me a room someone else was already in. Mind you when I walked in they where laying in the bed. Not a good feeling. Then after getting a new room it was a down grade from what I payed for. Now I got a room and when I enters the bath room the damn light was very dim. The build was going out. So I switched it with one that was in a lamp. Problem salved. Then I noticed the temperature on the room being a bit chilly. Tried to adjust and the fan just won’t ever shut off and the cover for the heater attached to the wall was half broken off. Good hell how could someone walk in to clean this dive and not notice a damn thing
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, clean and friendly staff. Overall an excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good stay for the price! Staff was very kind. Just wish a few more and possibly healthy items were at the brekkie!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cheaper pet charge
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Place!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. The staff manning the front desk were alwasy very helpful when I needed something. They were friendly and attentive. The breakfast was good and I was happy to have coffee each morning. Wish the coffee was available at 6 am on weekends like weekdays.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brandon

Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ryan

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Uric

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Room was not clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Parker

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beside reserving a King bed room and getting a room with 2 Queens, the stay was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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