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El Rancho Motel

2.0 star property
Beach lovers find their perfect coastal retreat at El Rancho Motel, where express check-out and attentive multilingual staff enhance the seaside experience

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Located near the iconic Hotel del Coronado, El Rancho Motel welcomes sun-seekers with free in-room WiFi and convenient express check-out. The helpful multilingual staff consistently leaves positive impressions on guests who return for the beachside location and reliable service.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$300
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar

Room options

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

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

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

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Economy Room (2 Full Size Beds-No Closet)

Economy Room (2 Full Size Beds-No Closet)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

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

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

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

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About the area

Located in Coronado, El Rancho Motel is in a shopping district and near the beach. Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit USS Midway Museum and Waterfront Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby windsurfing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Coronado travel guide
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Map
370 Orange Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118

What's nearby

  • Coronado Ferry Landing featuring general coastal views, a sandy beach and a sunset
    Coronado Ferry Landing
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Rear view of a ferry boat, San Diego Bay, San Diego, California, USA
    San Diego Bay
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • View of North Island from San Diego Bay
    Naval Base Coronado
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Coronado Beach which includes a hotel and a garden
    Coronado Beach
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Hotel Del Coronado with the city of San Diego in the background
    Hotel del Coronado
    3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

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

Motel near San Diego Bay
Near Hotel del Coronado, El Rancho Motel provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, beach umbrellas and smoke-free property
  • A 24-hour front desk, beach towels and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at El Rancho Motel include perks, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and minibars. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site 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

  • Smoke-free property

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 and check-out are available

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 35.0 per stay

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

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

Is El Rancho Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 23 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Rancho Motel on 24 Mar 2026 start from NZ$300, 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.

How much is parking at El Rancho Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at El Rancho Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at El Rancho Motel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is El Rancho Motel located?

Situated by the ocean, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of San Diego Bay and Naval Base Coronado. Petco Park and Hotel del Coronado are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

El Rancho Motel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 428 out of 852 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 279 out of 852 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 852 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 852 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 852 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Great quaint little hotel! Easy check in, very clean room, walking distance to shops and restaurants, and free parking which is unheard of on Coronado Island.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room super cute. The staff was super kind and helpful. Amazing place overall! Would easily recommend.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good comfortable room
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute pink decor. Comfortable bedding. Smooth check in and check out process. Many restaurants and cafes nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rolly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean quite place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Audra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing cute property. Clean and easy to check in/out. The owner is very accommodating and will make sure your room is equipped and ready for your stay. I’d stay here every visit to the island.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, centrally located, super cute cottage feel
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, parking was always available. I loved how there was a lot to do in walking distance and the beach was not that far away so it was great! My family loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and peaceful. Grateful to be allowed early check in to rest. Will be back many times.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This location can’t be beat. It’s like summer camp in the city with a fun porch in front to watch people and tables in back to eat outside if you’d like. The beds are comfy, and the accommodations are quaint. We made use of the beach chairs in an easy jaunt to the bay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was nice and cozy. It was also within walking distance of the Hotel Del Coronado. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jack

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

10/10 Excellent

Monty

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Never saw staff , was not. Big deal , only issue which is minor the hot water once we got it was to hot . For price I have no complaints we enjoyed the atmosphere and met some nice people , had party people until apx 11:30 out on common area almost confronted but ended , I would go there again .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

D brady

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property, comfortable rooms, and very accommodating and friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dianna

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The amenities are cute, the coffee was nice, and the property is quaint
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

William E

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location and cleanliness excellent m, but no staff around. Area beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gregory

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Paula

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita

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

So close to the beach!

So close to the beach and amazing restaurants and shops. Property is super clean and service was fantastic. Finding parking was a bit of an issue but well worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Analyse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing weather, easy Ubers to petco, amazing coffee within walking distance!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025