El Rancho Motel

Motel within easy reach of Petco Park

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November 2025

24

December 2025

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV

El Rancho Motel is a beach lover’s haven near Hotel del Coronado, where you can soak up the sun and enjoy free in-room WiFi. Relax with express check-out, multilingual staff, and helpful service that has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Excellent

Popular amenities

24/7 front desk
Free parking
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
Free WiFi

Main amenities (7)

Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Beach umbrellas
Beach towels
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

Microwave
Private bathroom
Television
Daily housekeeping
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar

$149 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

Room options

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Tonight

Nov 24 - Nov 25

Tomorrow

Nov 25 - Nov 26

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 6 of 6 rooms

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

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Ceiling fan

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

15 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed

Economy Room (2 Full Size Beds-No Closet)

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Ceiling fan

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

16 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Ceiling fan

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

19 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Ceiling fan

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

18 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Kitchenette

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

Ceiling fan

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

20 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Ceiling fan

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

19 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed

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Pool
Pet friendly
Free parking
Free WiFi

$125 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 1 - Dec 2

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About the neighborhood

370 Orange Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118

What's nearby

Coronado Ferry Landing - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
San Diego Bay - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Naval Base Coronado - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Coronado Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Hotel del Coronado - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 16 min drive
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 19 min drive
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 22 min drive
Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 37 min drive
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 41 min drive
Old Town Transit Center - 13 min drive
San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 14 min drive
San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 21 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
‪KFC - ‬9 min walk

About this property

El Rancho Motel

When you stay at El Rancho Motel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Naval Base Coronado and Hotel del Coronado. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Also, Petco Park and San Diego Convention Center are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 10 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
- Contactless check-in available
- Express check-out available
- Check-out time is 11 AM
- Contactless 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

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required

Pets

- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free onsite self parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
- Onsite parking limited
- Free offsite parking nearby

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

What to do

Beach nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Windsurfing nearby

Services

24-hour front desk
Multilingual staff
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels

Stay connected

Free WiFi
Phone

Food and drink

Refrigerator
Microwave

More

Daily housekeeping

Fee & policy details

Children & extra beds

Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 35.0 per stay

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

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

Does El Rancho Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, El Rancho Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at El Rancho Motel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at El Rancho Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at El Rancho Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at El Rancho Motel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like hiking and windsurfing, and practice your swing on the nearby golf course.

What's the area around El Rancho Motel like?

El Rancho Motel is a short 8-minute walk from San Diego Bay and 13 minutes' walk from Coronado Ferry Landing.

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El Rancho Motel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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What guests liked

The property is close to the beach and offers easy access to beach activities and amenities. (9 reviews)

From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 4, 2025

Great hotel within

Tyler, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Oct 24, 2025

Okay for overnight stay only

Parking was easy. Close to shops. Room was extremely small. Not worth the price. Old and poor ventilation.

Paula, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 6, 2025

Great place to stay!

Hector, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 23, 2025

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!

Monica, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jul 6, 2025

Great location and great customer service.

D brady, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 31, 2025

The amenities are cute, the coffee was nice, and the property is quaint

Dianna, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Sep 27, 2025

Parking is scarce

ELLAN, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 1, 2025

Cute place for quick stay

Cute place with proximity in Coronado for quick overnight stay before flying out.

Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 14, 2025

Great place. looking forward to return.

daniel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 19, 2025

Lovely property, comfortable rooms, and very accommodating and friendly staff!

Samuel, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Sep 7, 2025

Great location. Easy parking. Coffee & small fridge in room. Carpets need replacing and bathroom needs upgrades.

MARK, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Jun 13, 2025

Nice place if you want to do a a 2 day getaway.

Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 8, 2025

Safe and clean

Marco, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jul 5, 2025

Easy access to anywhere on Coronado, and right on the public bus line with easy access to sites to see in San Diego.

Stefanie, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 3, 2025

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.

Anita, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jul 14, 2025

Truly charming! Great for walking to everything

Marian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jan 23, 2025

A perfect place to stay, with zen Buddhas and flamingos, loved it!

Liesl, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 1, 2025

Adorable room. Easy to check in and check out. Very convenient. Will stay again

Stephanie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 25, 2025

Nice place to rest

Aaron, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 22, 2025

Excellent experience

Derek, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 17, 2025

Phenomenal. Responsive and helpful staff, great accommodations, comfortable and beautiful. Great location. Would recommend to everyone!

2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 29, 2024

Great stay, super easy.

Seth, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 5, 2025

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!

Sarah, 2-night trip