El Rancho Motel

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Scored 7.7
Rated good

Great location!

8.2

This family owned and operated Royal Oaks motel is within a 5-minute drive of downtown Watsonville. The motel offers free on-site parking and nonsmoking guest rooms. Every guest room at the El Rancho Motel features cable TV, a coffee maker and private bathroom. Children stay free when using existing bedding. Services at the Rancho Motel include baggage storage and daily newspapers. Elkhorn Slough wildlife reserve is within a 10-minute drive of the El Rancho. Pajaro Valley Golf Club is 100 yards away.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Vincent
United States United States
“This is a great place. Regarding amenities and comfort, the owners put a lot of thought into what one needs during their stay. The manager was friendly and professional. The cost was more than fair.”
Rinus
South Africa South Africa
“Clean and convenient but very basic. Has everything you need to use as an overnight stay and travel.”
Alicia
United States United States
“This motel is a very good deal and accommodated our party of three nicely. It’s quiet and in a great location.”
Pamela
United States United States
“Very accommodating staff. Feels like home. Very easy check-in, check-out. Requested special cleaning of floor and fix of TV. Both were addressed immediately. Daily cleaning, replenishment of towels, etc. The room's heating and A/C were adjusted...”
Douglas
United States United States
“This was a place to lay our heads between workdays at the Monterey car shows. It was clean and decent, and more affordable than the outrageous prices in Monterey.”
Krueger
United States United States
“This motel was very comfortable. The large room looked like it had been recently updated. Outlets were available where they were most convenient. Nice shower. Very clean.”
Larry
United States United States
“They’ve done a very good job of upgrading an older motel. Everything was clean and felt new. I’ve been was comfortable.”
Wagner
United States United States
“It was clean and the bed was comfortable. Price was good. Easy to get to off the highway.”
Joseph
United States United States
“I was happy. It was exactly what I was looking for.”
Giorgia
United States United States
“Lovely clean rooms with a good sized bathroom. Quiet road off of the main highways”

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Amenities of El Rancho Motel

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking

House rules

El Rancho Motel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of $50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform El Rancho Motel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

A damage deposit of $50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

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