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Hotel El Rancho

Property class: 3
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Gallup hotel

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A spacious lobby with a central wooden coffee table surrounded by chairs, a staircase with red steps, and a sign reading "EL RANCHO".
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A lobby with a wooden floor, a red sofa, and a lamp.
A multi-level hotel interior with a red carpeted staircase, wooden railings, and a patterned carpet.
A long hallway with patterned carpet, wooden beams, and blue doors.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym

Explore the area

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1000 E. Hwy 66, Gallup, NM, 87301
  • Place, Gallup Cultural Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, El Morro Theatre
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Richardsons Trading Company
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Gallup, NM (GUP-Gallup Municipal)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a telephone, a tissue box, and a wall-mounted picture.

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(90 reviews)
  • 204 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a ceiling fan.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(244 reviews)
  • 204 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a bench, a television, and a window with curtains.

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, 1 Bedroom

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 2 Double Beds

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden bench, a small table, a bookshelf, and a television.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Suite

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a telephone, and a chair.

Family Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

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

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a cactus, and a mural of a desert landscape with a sign for "Exit 289 Historic US 66".

Economy Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Annex Building

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, a painting of a teepee, and a sign reading "Historic Route 66".

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Annex Building

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(59 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, Annex Building

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a ceiling fan, and a painting of a gas station on the wall.

Family Suite, Annex Building

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Gallup

In Gallup .Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Babe Ruth Park and Gallup Cultural Center. El Morro Theatre and Richardsons Trading Company are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Babe Ruth Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Gallup Cultural Center - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • El Morro Theatre - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Richardsons Trading Company - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Rex Museum - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪3rd Street Tavern - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Jerry's Cafe - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Hotel El Rancho

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Gallup hotel
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A fitness center, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel El Rancho . Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Gallup hotel.

  • 99 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1937
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel El Rancho offers 99 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Irons/ironing boards, hair dryers, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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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
  • 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

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Shopping

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

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
  • Individually furnished
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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: USD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 35 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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

How close is Hotel El Rancho to the airport?

Hotel El Rancho is 3.2 mi (6-min drive) away from the Gallup, NM (GUP-Gallup Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Oct 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel El Rancho on Nov 5, 2026 start from $131, 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.

Does Hotel El Rancho have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel El Rancho .

Does Hotel El Rancho offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel El Rancho , but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 19 and 29 per person. It's available on weekdays from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a casino at Hotel El Rancho ?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Fire Rock Navajo Casino (8-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel El Rancho ?

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

Is there free parking at Hotel El Rancho ?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel El Rancho have a pool?

Hotel El Rancho does not have a pool.

Does Hotel El Rancho have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel El Rancho have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel El Rancho to downtown Gallup?

Hotel El Rancho is 0.8 mi away from Gallup.

Hotel El Rancho Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1894 out of 2631 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 480 out of 2631 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 147 out of 2631 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 2631 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 2631 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fantastic. Clean room, helpful staff and really cool hotel. Particularly enjoyed finding the "secret room". Very unique and fun experience. Will definitely revisit and recommend to others. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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The history of this hotel shines through. So enjoyable to walk around and read about the movie stars who stayed at the hotel and the movies made in the area. And finding the key to the speakeasy room was fun. Staff were attentive and helpful and rooms nicely done!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel had great charm, a good breakfast at the restaurant, and awesome gift shop.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay. Bed was comfortable and the breakfast was large and delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great lobby and common space Breakfast included
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was so facinating and awesome we loved it. Will definitely be staying there again in the near future
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a historic hotel. Loved our visit
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Second visit here and we tell everyone how fabulous the El Rancho Hotel is with the history, the food, and just an overall great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel! Room was great and staff was so helpful and kind. The food and drinks were great! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food, location, accommodations were superb!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Roll through great place to stay awesome beds. Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun place to stay with great history and vibe.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice place, and the decor was amazing. The service was outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very unique and the history makes it a must stay for us when we are passing through. We plan our trip so we can stay here whenever we are traveling.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly. Unique hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel! Blast from the past for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very charming and well maintained property. The breakfast choices in the dining room were excellent. The history of the place was impressive. We had a very enjoyable stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was one of my favorite hotels I’ve ever stayed in! All of staff were super friendly and helpful, the property was full of amazing history, personality, and charm! The food in the restaurant was great! I will 100% stay there the next time I am passing through Gallup!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location !
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the route 66 rooms. The rooms were very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great bar! Place was popular with the locals.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Excellent place to stay. Nostalgic and memorable. Breakfast was included in our stay, and it was great. The restaurant and bar were wonderful. The room was small, but it was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool hotel to stay at!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026

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