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El Rancho Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star guestrooms with free WiFi

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Relax in a stylish space with round tables, comfortable chairs, and a unique cowhide pattern. Enjoy wine tastings and admire the extensive wine collection on display.
Relax in our classic lobby, featuring a central reception desk, comfortable seating area, and large window.
Cozy retreat with a stone fireplace, plush leather furniture, and a large dining table.
Enjoy a game of pool in the billiards room, surrounded by comfortable seating and unique decor.
Home to Williston Brewing Company, this building offers a convenient location with ample parking.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
1623 2nd Ave W, Williston, ND, 58801
  • Williston State College
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Raymond Family Community Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • CHI St. Alexius Health - Williston Medical Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Williston, ND (XWA-Basin Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Williston

In Williston .Stay at this Williston hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Harmon Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Williston Parks & Recreation. Williston State College and James Memorial Art Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Harmon Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Williston State College - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Raymond Family Community Center - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • CHI St. Alexius Health - Williston Medical Center - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Williston Basin Speedway - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Williston Station - 4 min drive
  • Williston, ND (XWA-Basin Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Qdoba Mexican Eats - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬11 min walk

About this property

El Rancho Hotel

3-star guestrooms with free WiFi
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

A 24-hour business center and a meeting room are available. The business-friendly El Rancho Hotel also features a vending machine, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Williston hotel is smoke free.

  • 92 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
El Rancho Hotel offers 92 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Williston hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and microwaves can be requested.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 5:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet (29 inches high)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM
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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra 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.

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, 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; cash is not accepted
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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

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Frequently asked questions

How close is El Rancho Hotel to the airport?

El Rancho Hotel is 13.6 mi (22-min drive) away from the Williston, ND (XWA-Basin Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jul 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Rancho Hotel on Aug 2, 2025 start from $85.0, 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 El Rancho Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at El Rancho Hotel.

Does El Rancho Hotel offer free breakfast?

El Rancho Hotel offers free continental breakfast every day from 5:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at El Rancho Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at El Rancho Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM.

Is there free parking at El Rancho Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does El Rancho Hotel have a pool?

El Rancho Hotel does not have a pool.

Does El Rancho Hotel have a restaurant?

El Rancho Hotel is home to Williston Brewing Company, which features American cuisine and happy hour.

Does El Rancho Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is El Rancho Hotel to downtown Williston?

El Rancho Hotel is 1 mi away from Williston.

El Rancho Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 192 out of 406 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 406 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 406 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 406 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 406 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and cordial staff. Always greeted with genuine kindness and the staff were very diligent to help me with my payment issue. They went out of their way to reassure me that I was able to stay, and able to pay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Attached to brewery which is amazing restaraunt
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was dirty, carpets have not been vacuumed in a long time.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Friendly staff, rough rooms.

Always good service. Josh is usually at the front desk when I check in. Always accommodates me and my need for an outside room. On a different note, my rooms are rarely clean, always have food left over in the fridge and more often than not a toilet is not working in my rooms. Ive had to switch several times. Showers have been out of order before, heaters not working, etc. it was the only option allowed by my company for me to use on my route otherwise I would have stayed somewhere else for almost $100 a night. Hopefully the new GM can get it under control.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We like this hotel when going through town. Such a hidden jewel :)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable room. I enjoy my stay every weekend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and appeared to be recently updated. There were no smells and access was great. Only thing I would have liked to see was windows that opened. Otherwise was a great stay. Didn't have much interaction with staff but they were pleasant enough. The adjoining restaurant was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Sketchier than expected.

Pretty rough for the price. First room had pee and blood(?) stains on the sheets. Plenty of hair and dirt on the floor. One other room had a plastic bag over the smoke alarm. Front desk was helpful, but at the end of the day this felt a lot sketchier than the price would have suggested. Also: no airport shuttle, “been years”
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sylvester

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Josie

Business traveler

Gross!

Room was disgusting. Not vacuumed, tub and sink were smeared with who knows what, hairs on the toilet and poop streaks in the bowl. Crumb, dirt, and hairs in the bed. Dirt streaks in the bed and stinky pillow cases. Hard to get a hild if front desk. Broken lamp, webs an build up around the heater.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Was ok,an older property,surrounded by busy streets,room was good,breakfast was good,could do with someone cleaning the parking lot
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terra

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

6/10 Okay

david

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Breakfast needs a huge upgrade. The Front desk was friendly & professinal.. The mattresses were in need of repair. The room was clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Adam

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Beds are comfortable. Bathrooms are spacious. Shower/tub cleanliness has been lacking. I was not impressed with my checkin this time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Adam

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Horrible front desk staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

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

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, friendly staff, meidocre cleanliness of room, outdated bedding...good food.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Our stay was nice. The room was clean. The beds were the only disappointment. They were very hard and uncomfortable. They seemed smaller than a queen.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Rudy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Heaters not working, not enough heat
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Travis

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025