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Hotel El Rancho

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Gallup hotel

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Lobby sitting area
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Lobby
Outdoor pool
Lobby

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1000 E. Hwy 66, Gallup, NM, 87301
  • Place, Babe Ruth Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Gallup Cultural Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, El Morro Theatre
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Gallup, NM (GUP-Gallup Municipal)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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

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1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

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

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Family Suite, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom

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

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1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

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

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Family Suite | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Family Suite

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

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1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Economy Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Annex Building

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Annex Building

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Family Suite, Annex Building

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 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 - 14 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

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪3rd Street Tavern - ‬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. A complete renovation of Hotel El Rancho was completed in July 2021.

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 bathtubs or showers with deep soaking bathtubs 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. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in July 2021.

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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 accessible parking space
  • 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

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • 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: 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

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 for adults, and USD 0 to 15 for children
  • 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 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 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 Nov 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel El Rancho on Dec 14, 2025 start from $102.64, excluding 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 offered at Hotel El Rancho , but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 19 and 29 for adults, USD 0 and 15 for children. 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.

Reviews

Hotel El Rancho Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1640 out of 2239 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 400 out of 2239 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 114 out of 2239 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 2239 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 2239 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

william

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was immaculate, small (and the bathroom tiny), and very charming (and the shower excellent). We quite enjoyed our stay. A strength are the common areas. We lingered quite some time in front of the fire in the lobby and then on the second floor overlooking the lobby or on the porch watching the sky turn color. We really liked that the bar (and restaurant) were attached. We last stayed here in 1992. We enjoyed it then and enjoyed it in 2025.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter, Keswick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this historic/nostalgic hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

LORITTA, PHOENIX

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

LORITTA, PHOENIX

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property had a vintage feel to it not like your ordinary modern hotels. It was absolutely enchanting, the room we stayed in Marxs brother's suite was perfect except for the shower, the drainage was not draining properly. And the room was not hunted as people had told me. It was peaceful spacious and beautiful. We will stay they again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sandra

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Nothing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Sandra

Business traveler
Disliked: Amenities
Nothing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi, MONTROSE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a fun place to stay. Definitely would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Sharon, Maricopa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
After reading the reviews, expected much more. The front desk staff was very accomodating, offered to put us in the main hotel. Historic and very interesting, but we had not even unloaded our car when we were approached by a man who's pants were falling off and asking for a handout. Parking was very bad, after circling the lot for several minutes we finally got the last open spot. Our room was tidy and the bed comfortable, but very small. We could have showered, brushed our teeth and used the toilet without having to move more than a step. Unfortunately, imho, historic and interesting does not trump no bathroom space and poor access for people with limited mobility. Nice stay, but i wouldn't say 'wonderful' like the reviewers claim.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

scott

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

Great place to pull up to late at night.

Excellent front desk service. Gorgeous interior to building. Spacious room. Cannot comment on quality of annex rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

frances

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely a unique property, loved our stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo, Wheaton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property, history, and nostalgic feeling was excellent. The fact it was on route 66 just put the exclamation point on it. Unfortunately the restaurant lounge was really bad. Employees focused on the locals and disregarded the actual customers. The food was certainly not what I expected for this hotel. The Old Fashioned was a sweet mess. Such a shame, considering the history of the hotel itself. Big changes required from my perspective, otherwise you will risk financial losses associated to the restaurant lounge.
Front entrance
2nd Floor Mezzanine
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Floyd

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

mary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the historic atmosphere of El Rancho. Exceptional service and cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

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

Home away from home

The beds were perfect with quality linens n quality mattress The food quality in the hotel restaurant was so tasty No complaints from this party we’re coming back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Beth

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean. I’m starting with that word because apparently, in this part of our country, businesses treat “clean bathrooms” like it’s a luxury amenity worth bragging about. I didn’t get it… until we drove further east past this hotel and saw what “normal” bathrooms look like around here. Let’s just say I suddenly understood the hype. And then—plot twist—we hit Amarillo, Texas, and experienced our very first cockroach-infested hotel. Nothing says “welcome to town” like a six-legged greeter scurrying across the floor. Stay here as long as possible and get good rest and make sure your next stop isn’t the stay bridge suites IHG in Amarillo Texas. Let me stay on topic and give this hotel the credit it is due. This was the an EXPERIENCE. The outside of the hotel is classic like something you see in a movie. The staff super kind and friendly helpful.our room was the jimmy stewart. Adorable. We also had our own balcony with a neat view and lots of people just walking around the hotel enjoying the museam of movie star autographs. The food was awesome. Tbh the best food so far on Route 66. The bathroom clean and the beds were decent. Also really cool jewelry made by the Zumi tribe. Turquoise and gems…one bummer the pool was closed and the hotel is having renovations
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great fun place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025