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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 WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Economy Room - Best fits 1 guest (1 Full Size Bed-No Closet,165 Sq Ft) | Minibar, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Economy Room (2 Full Size Beds-No Closet) | Minibar, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room (2 Full Size Beds-No Closet)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Minibar, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Minibar, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette | Minibar, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible | Minibar, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

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 windsurfing nearby, 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 - 0.6 miles
  • Rear view of a ferry boat, San Diego Bay, San Diego, California, USA
    San Diego Bay
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • View of North Island from San Diego Bay
    Naval Base Coronado
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Coronado Beach which includes a hotel and a garden
    Coronado Beach
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Hotel Del Coronado with the city of San Diego in the background
    Hotel del Coronado
    4 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    4 min walk
  • Rubio's Coastal Grill
    18 min walk
  • Il Fornaio Coronado
    12 min walk
  • Clayton's Coffee Shop
    16 min walk
  • Coronado Brewing Company
    4 min walk

About this property

El Rancho Motel

Motel near Hotel del Coronado
Near Coronado Beach, El Rancho Motel provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, smoke-free premises, and beach towels
  • Multilingual staff, a 24-hour front desk, and beach umbrellas
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at El Rancho Motel boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and minibars. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, 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 transportation

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

  • Smoking not allowed

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 available

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 35.0 per stay

Property 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 is parking?

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?

Check-out 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 mi (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. 399 out of 814 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 277 out of 814 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 814 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 814 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 814 reviews

Reviews

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

James

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

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

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

8/10 Good

D brady

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Perry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Limited parking. Didn't know check in procedure before arriving. No person. No answer to phone but did respond quick to text giving us check in instructions. Cute place. Clean. Walked to shopping. Would like more choices in case the parking was taken. Loved no extra parking fees! Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Phenomenal. Responsive and helpful staff, great accommodations, comfortable and beautiful. Great location. Would recommend to everyone!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

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

Cozy spot in Coronado

Cozy rooms. Within walking distance to restaurants and shopping. Wish the WiFi was stronger but otherwise a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motel is very clean and cozy. Staff was very helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A Clean, reasonably priced small but comfortable rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience. Great price for a fabulous location and lovely room. It was a small room- they made that clear from the listing. But it was cozy and comfortable and I would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful Location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean comfortable room on Coronado Island. Kinda small in size but great for us while we were in town.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a cute lil boutique style place to stay. Location is on orange, near the bay(walkable). We used our e-bikes to get around the island and were able to go everywhere without using our vehicle. (Including beach) Perfect place to stay abd have a lil $ left to have some fun! Brigantine has the best taco Tuesday with swordfish tacos!!! And Poehes has a great happy hour overlooking the bay at San Diego. Enjoy😎
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshuah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I at was nice and quiet place to stay. When a question arose the staff was able to assist me immediately. Would stay here again in the future if I ever return to San Diego.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sergei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are grateful for caring service that made our stay very enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Wayne

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Waited more than an hour past our check in time. Bed was adequate at best. Carpeting was overdue for a cleaning or replacement.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025