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 non-smoking 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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Property highlights

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
7.4
Facilities
6.9
Cleanliness
7.8
Comfort
7.5
Value for money
7.2
Location
7.3
Free WiFi
7.5
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Property surroundings

Facilities of El Rancho Motel

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    General
    • Air conditioning
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Fan
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Spanish

    House rules

    El Rancho Motel takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00 to 22:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    Check-out

    Until 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Refundable damage deposit

    A damage deposit of USD 50 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 39. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 21

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Mastercard Visa Discover Cash is not accepted El Rancho Motel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo identification 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 in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    A damage deposit of US$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 via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

    FAQs about El Rancho Motel

    • Check-in at El Rancho Motel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Room options at El Rancho Motel include:

      • Family
      • Double

    • El Rancho Motel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Golf course (within 3 km)

    • El Rancho Motel is 2.4 miles from the centre of Watsonville. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at El Rancho Motel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.