El Rancho Motel

2.0 star property
Motel near San Diego Convention Center in Coronado

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Room options

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Economy Room (2 Full Size Beds-No Closet)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 175 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 190 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Coronado

Oceanside stay.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this well-placed motel, you'll find Petco Park and Hotel del Coronado. San Diego Convention Center and Port of San Diego are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Coronado Ferry Landing - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • San Diego Bay - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Naval Base Coronado - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Coronado Beach - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • 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
  • ‪Il Fornaio Coronado - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Coronado Brewing Company - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Village Pizzeria Bayside - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Peohe's - ‬11 min walk

About this property

El Rancho Motel

Motel near San Diego Convention Center in Coronado
El Rancho Motel offers its guests multilingual staff and express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Coronado motel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • No smoking on site
El Rancho Motel offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are 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

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

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

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include 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, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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

How close is El Rancho Motel to the airport?

El Rancho Motel is 7.4 mi (16-min drive) away from the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does El Rancho Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at El Rancho Motel.

How close is El Rancho Motel to the beach?

This motel is 12.3 mi (19-min drive) from Mission Beach and 1 mi (4-min drive) from Coronado Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does El Rancho Motel offer free breakfast?

El Rancho Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at El Rancho Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at El Rancho Motel?

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

Is there free parking at El Rancho Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does El Rancho Motel have a pool?

El Rancho Motel does not have a pool.

Does El Rancho Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is El Rancho Motel to downtown Coronado?

El Rancho Motel is 0.8 mi away from Coronado.

El Rancho Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 397 out of 812 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 277 out of 812 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 812 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 812 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 812 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Aneesh

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was ok but the toilet was clogged. They assisted in changing the room. But it was not a nice experience and the property seems need serious maintenances.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 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

4/10 Poor

Juan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights 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

Maria Victoria

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

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous area within walking distance of downtown and easy driving distance to downtown San Diego or the beaches of Coronado. Nearby restaurants, grocery stores, park. Nice room with characterful retro appliances. Manager very kind and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only downgrade is the shower was slippery and the water pressure was soso
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jessie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Reasonably priced option in Coronado. Easy walk to restaurants and beaches. Self serve check-in. Housekeeping was hit and miss, but overall it met our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

nelson

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
One of poorest accommodations we hav ever stayed at
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

ELLAN

Parking is scarce
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory

Traveled with partner
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

MARK

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Easy parking. Coffee & small fridge in room. Carpets need replacing and bathroom needs upgrades.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tony

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the stay we will be returning
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 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

10/10 Excellent

Katie

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

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel within
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Na
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 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

Rob

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Location

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great place. looking forward to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

D brady

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