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Hotel El Rancho

3.0 star property
Hotel in Gallup with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk

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Experience the grandeur of EL RANCHO, where a majestic staircase and elegant furnishings create a warm and inviting atmosphere.
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Relax by the rectangular pool surrounded by comfortable lounge chairs.
Experience the warmth of a traditional setting in our inviting lobby, featuring a high ceiling, exposed beams, and a rustic brick wall.
Experience the warm hospitality of Elrancho, where a traditional lobby awaits with a roaring fireplace and comfortable seating areas.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping

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Room options

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Traditional hotel room with two single beds, a desk, and a comfortable chair.

Family Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

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Relax in comfort with a large bed, bedside tables, and a bench at the foot.

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Jetted Tub

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Bidet
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, 1 Bedroom

Relax in this stylish room with a large bed, sofa, and side table, perfect for unwinding.

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Economy Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Annex Building

Two single beds with matching headboards and footboards, a nightstand, and a large window offering a desert view.

Economy Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Annex Building

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2021
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Family Suite, Annex Building

Two single beds with patterned bedspreads and matching pillows, a wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Family Suite, Annex Building

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Two single beds with white linens and decorative pillows, a wooden headboard, and a dresser.

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(68 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Sofa bed - single
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Elite Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Pool View

Relax in comfort with a large bed, decorative headboard, and a cozy reading nook.

Elite Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Annex Building

Relax in a classic room with a large bed, wooden headboard, and cozy armchair.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Annex Building

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Relax in a stylish room with a comfortable bed, desk, and television.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(201 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Sofa bed - single
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
1000 E. Hwy 66, Gallup, NM, 87301

What's nearby

  • Gallup Cultural Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • El Morro Theatre - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Richardsons Trading Company - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Gallup Indian Medical Center - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Rio West Mall - 3 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Gallup Station - 14 min walk
  • Gallup, NM (GUP-Gallup Municipal) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Jerry's Cafe - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Hotel El Rancho

Hotel near a train station, remodelled in 2021
Consider a stay at Hotel El Rancho and take advantage of a terrace, shopping on-site and a fireplace in reception. Be sure to enjoy a meal at El Rancho Restaurant, the on-site restaurant. In addition to a bar and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), wedding services and luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff, outdoor furniture and a lift
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 99 individually furnished rooms feature amenities, such as free WiFi, desk chairs and free bottled water. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; USD 19 to 29 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • 49'er Lounge
  • El Rancho Restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Shopping

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Lift (108 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Built in 1937
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - July 2021

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during March, October, November, December, January and February:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 16 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 19 to 29 for adults and USD 0 to 15 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

El Rancho Hotel Gallup
El Rancho Gallup
El Rancho Hotel
Hotel El Rancho
Hotel El Rancho Hotel
Hotel El Rancho Gallup
Historic El Rancho Hotel
Hotel El Rancho Hotel Gallup

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel El Rancho pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 16 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hotel El Rancho ?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel El Rancho ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel El Rancho ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hotel El Rancho located?

Situated in Gallup, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Babe Ruth Park and Gallup Cultural Center. El Morro Theatre and Richardsons Trading Company are also within 1 mile (2 km). Gallup Station is 14 minutes by foot.

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Hotel El Rancho Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1536 out of 2104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 380 out of 2104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 2104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 2104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 2104 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lucie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Amenities
Great ambience. Staff was so nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a wonderful, Historic and fun place to stay on Route 66
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay with all care
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edgardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the hotel, it's beautifully kept and spotless. The rooms were cozy and well-maintained, and the food was absolutely delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Renovated historic hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only place to stay in Gallup, New Mexico. No point staying anywhere else. The atmosphere and people are the best. Style and character alone is worth the visit.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristiina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing historical hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like staying at an old western rustic museum/mansion with excellent service and friendly atmosphere. Very clean and I'll return in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very unique and nostalgic hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay. The hotel was super comfy and the staff were quick and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cute and quaint hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Amenities
Old hotel as expected but funky and fun
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The timeless throwback to a bygone era. Really decent food at the restaurant there.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Well-run with great food and a very unique history. I was so glad I stumbled across them.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great piece of Hollywood old western movie history set in a restored hotel property with full restaurant, great food, full bar, reasonably priced excellent cocktails, clean rooms, friendly welcoming staff. Will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice historic property, decor, and efficient staff. Double queen bathroom and shower were smaller than a motor home or phone booth.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Very clean and quiet. Beds are comfortable. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the rustic design and history of the property. We have visited this place numerous times.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the charm of the property
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
unique hotel, could use to be updated.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most historic place in Gallup! Oozes Western charm.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super Cool Hotel with rich history and a lot to offer. You have super big and nice rooms, its clean, it has charm and a lots of detail, nice bar and restaurant, a big gift shop, endless corridors, even a pool, memorabilia everywhere and maybe youll also find a secret room ;)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michaele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is unique, historical, and the room’s decor is fun. Route 66 in the 1940s and 1950S is what they’re going for, and the designers did a beautiful job. It’s a good place to stop for the night, and it’s dog friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025