Hotel El Rancho

• Pet Friendly
• Swimming Pool
• Gym / Fitness Center
• Free WiFi
• Meeting Rooms
• Family Rooms
• Television
• Restaurant
• Breakfast Available
• Free Parking
• RV / Trailer Parking
• Wheelchair Accessible
• Elevator
• Smoking Rooms Available
• Picnic Tables
• Lawn / Garden
• Patio / Balcony
• Beach Chairs / Towels

• Brandon
  Jan 7, 2024
  Small dogs or big fee

  They wanted $50 for a pet fee because my dog was over 35 lbs. They stuck me in the motel due to dog size and my frustration with the higher free with was very well decorated but not sound insulated. We heard people singing at 4am, others talking around 8am, etc.

• Shiree
  Nov 27, 2023
  Emphatically pet friendly

  It's almost as if the hosts are happier to see your dog than they are you. Couldn't be more pro dog. A wonderfully quirky and charming stay.

• Lisette
  Nov 15, 2023
  Will stay again

  The attention to details, the hospitality of the staff, the availability of gift store and restaurant in same area had my parents and I impressed. Our trip to NM was saved by this historic gem. We have alerted our friends about how amazing our night stay turned out to be and are considering a future stay.

• Lynair
  Oct 27, 2023
  Nostalgic Beauty

  Such a great stop on our road trip! The themed rooms were delightful and perfect for our pup. We loved the quirkiness of this historical sight. They didn’t have much for the pup which is why I only gave it 4 bones. We loved our stay!

• Tabitha
  Aug 20, 2023
  Fun Place

  Staff was super friendly. It's a cool place. Was pretty clean. Definitely a good stop for the night.

• Cecilia
  Jul 30, 2023
  Nice stay

  Restaurant connected to motel, bar also connected. Breakfast wasn't free but that's because it's a restaurant that serves awesome food. My service dog was a very good boy. Motel welcomed him. Yes rooms were small but I enjoyed this motel.

• Angel
  Jul 26, 2023
  Fabulous Historic Spot

  We loved our stay. Our dog had a great time too with friendly staff.

• Peggy
  Jan 11, 2023
  Cool hotel

  Right on the highway and rather poor parking. The decor and feeling in the hotel is great, but for active dogs not nearly enough space. Dogs were welcome though and people were friendly. Location in general was rather poor. Nice restaurant and souvenir store.

• Summer
  Nov 11, 2022
  Fun & historic but a little cramped

  The hotel itself is great with fun memorabilia. The room was clean and well-appointed but very small. Not too much of an issue for the humans, but the pup seemed to have a slight case of cabin fever and there weren’t too many attractive outside options for a walk. Worth a visit, but good to be prepared for a small space.

• Laralyn
  Aug 23, 2022
  CLEAN!

  Accommodations were tiny (I’m talking sink faucets are in arms reach from the toilet!) but we didn’t mind since it was very clean & cute nostalgic decor & pup friendly. Bed was comfortable but could improve by having a choice of pillows with different loft as all were too firm for us both. Friendly staff! :)

• Anne
  Aug 4, 2022
  Great stop

  Everything was just great. Not mentioned in previous comments - walls and doors are nice and thick. Dogs did not hear people walking down halls.

• Sheila
  Jul 20, 2022
  Good, but not great

  We loved the welcoming staff and felt so grateful to be guests at the newly renovated dining room. Our pup was welcome too!!

• Chris
  Jun 9, 2022
  Great fun and Nostalgic

  What a fun trip into the past! Room was Clean and historic. Our pup was welcome! I’m excited to see this site when all the renovations are completed!

• Robert
  Apr 16, 2022
  Best stay ever!

  We were welcomed along with our teacup poodle by the front desk stay. They immediately fell in love with our dog & called the restaurant staff & gift shop staff to meet her. We subsequently received great service in both. Wherever we walked in the hotel the staff made a fuss over the dog. Our room (Ronald Reagan Presidential Suite) was classically beautiful and spacious. The bathroom was the largest we have ever seen and quite beautiful. It belongs in the Hurst Castle! We were told that it was scheduled for some remodeling after we departed. Thanks again for a great stay, and we will be back.

• Veronika
  Apr 16, 2022
  Nice Stay But No Longer Pet Paradise

  El Rancho is a beautiful, updated, kitschy hotel, but as the staff is diligently modernizing, the pet policies are getting more stringent. No longer are dogs allowed in the indoor restaurant, and though there is an outdoor patio, it's closed in colder months. The staff was accommodating with letting us takeout from the restaurant and eat on the benches outside, but this a far cry from earlier reviews touting a pet paradise. All in all, we had a great time, but lack of outdoor green space and the new policies made it challenging.

• Leeanne
  Apr 9, 2022
  Limited

  El Rancho was definitely interesting but very limited in the surrounding area if you need to walk your dog.

• Suzanne
  Mar 5, 2022
  Dog friendly

  The entire staff of extremely pet friendly and helpful. Cool old hotel. I would have given 5 bones but the bathrooms are extremely small. Unfortunately one of the particulars of booking at an iconic historic hotel.

• John
  Feb 24, 2022
  Cool hotel under renovation

  The hotel is a vintage find. However as a pet owner, the area around the hotel is lacking. There’s no real grassy areas and much broken up concrete. The one small “lawn” by the hotel has a “keep pets off” sign.

• Kelly
  Jan 2, 2022
  Cool historical hotel

  The lobby is cozy and beautifully decorated for Christmas! Lots of people with dogs.

• Melinda
  Dec 19, 2021
  Perfect for quick overnight

  Kitschy old hotel. Chose it because reviews said it was very dog friendly and cool/funky for quick stay. We could take our 40# dog to restaurant for breakfast and dinner. comfy bed, large room with lots of room and an additional sitting nook. Desk clerk kindly gave us a room with a balcony that was really like a small deck. Good for the pup. Bring earplugs though. Some people left their dogs alone in the room and they barked. We were glad we stayed here.

• Mary
  Nov 15, 2021
  Dog Paradise

  We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here while traveling across I-40. I can’t imagine a more dog friendly place to stay! Our pooch was allowed in the ENTIRE hotel. Not just our room, but the indoor restaurant as well. He was just shy of 11 months during our stay. They we so kind even though he was a bit barky during dinner, so We decided to take our food to go and eat in our room to be polite to the other diners. A more nature dog would have been fine to stay! The next morning they were happy to see us again and wanted us to try again. Every employee was so kind and welcoming to us. We stayed in the Kirk Douglas room and it was a good size with plenty of space for a crate right next to the bed without being cramped. The only downside is that the sound proofing is minimal on the doors, so our pup could hear everyone who walked by and it made him an anxious sleeper. We plan on stopping here again on our way back home.

• Chips
  Sep 29, 2021
  Great Staff and Historic Hotel

  We had a superb time at the El Rancho Hotel. It’s pet-friendly staff and even a grass area was superb. I received Halloween treats for my dog and we were even greeted w a text before we arrived. Kemberlee was such a great hostess who welcomed us and made us feel at home after a long drive. Thank you so much for your hospitality!

• Liz
  Aug 23, 2021
  Great place!

  We loved the hotel! Our dogs were welcomed into the bar area. Our only complaint was the lack of a suitable area for our pooch to go to the bathroom. The staff was very friendly.

• Debbie
  Aug 21, 2021
  Authentic Hotel

  Small grass area for dogs in front. Dogs can go to restaurant and bar with you.

• Carlie
  Jul 30, 2021
  Awesome Hotel, not for pets

  Super cool hotel with amazing history but not the best for dogs. Little to no grass around the hotel, dog park is further than the 3 blocks. Only glass on property has signs to keep dogs off.

• Christine
  Jun 21, 2021
  Great But

  We tired to cancel our booking and was refused due to the cancellation policy. So we drove late into the night arriving just before midnight only to be told the air conditioning was out and did I want a refund. Grrr so annoying, but it was a great hotel. That being said, you need to be trim to fit into the bathroom. The one in our room was tiny.

• Roy
  Apr 10, 2021
  Great location and pet friendly!

  Loved the hotel, our dog got a treat bag at check in

• Barbara
  Feb 3, 2021
  Jackson at the El Rancho

  Our dog Jackson had a nice time at the El Rancho. He actually stayed in the presidential suite. The bathroom was his favorite place for his bed as it was cozy and warm.

• Matthew
  Nov 14, 2020
  Historic Hotel

  The hotel is full of history, charm and very unique. Unfortunately, Americans were smaller (?) in the last century. I had trouble navigating the bathroom due to my height. Mattress was too soft. But I am glad I stayed as this building is a living museum. And every employee I came across was happy to serve us.

• Christina
  Oct 10, 2020
  Dogs Allowed EVERYWHERE in Hotel

  $25 fee. Upon arrival, my pup was greeted with a care package full of goodies. They are very clear that dogs aren’t to be left alone in the hotel, but DOGS ARE ALLOWED EVERYWHERE in the hotel! They let my pup in the restaurant AND the bar. *Inside*! I’ve never been to a restaurant that allowed my dog inside, as opposed to the patio outside. I don’t understand the low BringFido bone rating of this place — they literally let my dog eat at my table indoors! So glad we stopped here!

• Eric on Sep. 15, 2022
• Mary Kay on Jul. 30, 2022

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Safe Stay: Hotel El Rancho has enhanced cleaning and safety measures in place. Rooms are disinfected between each stay. Hotel staff are required to wear masks.