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El Rancho Motel

2.0 star property
Mountain motel in Thermopolis with 6 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges

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Property entrance
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Room amenity
Single Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets
Tucked away in the mountains, El Rancho Motel offers a lively retreat with 3 coffee shops/cafes, 3 bars, and 6 restaurants. Guests can unwind with free WiFi, enjoy self parking, access a nearby health club and barbecue grills or simply curl up with some books.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (6)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 6 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges
  • 3 coffee shops/cafes
  • Air conditioning
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Yard
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
$105 nightly
The total price is $119
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Total includes taxes and fees

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Yard
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Dining table
LED TV
Separate bedroom
  • 398 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room, 1 Queen and 1 Double Bed | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 1 Queen and 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Yard
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Dining table
LED TV
Separate bedroom
  • 398 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Single Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

Highlights

Yard
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Dining table
LED TV
Separate bedroom
  • 391 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Yard
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Dining table
LED TV
Separate bedroom
  • 391 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
924 Shoshoni St, Thermopolis, WY, 82443

What's nearby

  • Merlin's Hide Out - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Hot Springs State Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Wyoming Dinosaur Center - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Hot Springs State Park Bath House - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • TePee Pools and Spa - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Worland, WY (WRL-Worland Municipal) - 50 min drive
  • Riverton, WY (RIW-Riverton Regional) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪One-Eyed Buffalo Brewing Co - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dairyland Ice Cream & Yogurt - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Black Bear Cafe - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪P6 Station - ‬3 min drive

About this property

El Rancho Motel

When visiting Thermopolis, El Rancho Motel is a great choice to consider. You can relax with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges, and the 6 restaurants are nice spots to grab a bite to eat. The helpful staff and overall value get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 12 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 3.95 percent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (noon - 9:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (10:00 AM - 10:00 PM)
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 6 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 3 coffee shops
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Access to nearby health club
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby
  • Hot springs nearby

Services

  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LED TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Laundry detergent

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Yard
  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Dining table

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • City/local tax: USD 1.0

Optional extras

  • Late check-in between 11:00 PM and 2:00 AM can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25.00
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3.95 percent

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per night

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

El Rancho Motel Thermopolis
El Rancho Thermopolis
El Rancho Motel Motel
El Rancho Motel Thermopolis
El Rancho Motel Motel Thermopolis

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?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at El Rancho Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

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

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like snowboarding and snowmobiling, and return when the snow melts for fishing and kayaking. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs. Enjoy amenities like 3 bars, a picnic area, and access to a nearby health club.

Are there restaurants at or near El Rancho Motel?

Yes, there are 6 onsite restaurants.

Does El Rancho Motel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a yard.

What's the area around El Rancho Motel like?

El Rancho Motel is a short 17-minute walk from Bighorn River and 9 minutes' walk from Merlin's Hide Out. Travelers give top marks for the motel's prime location.

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El Rancho Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Parking was convenient and safe, often located right in front of the room. (9 reviews)
  • Dining recommendations were spot on and the patio area with a Weber grill was a great option. (5 reviews)
  • The property is very pet friendly, welcoming dogs and cats, and providing a comfortable stay for them. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Clean, nice rooms and a great price. If I’m ever back in Thermopolis, I’ll be staying at the El Rancho again.
1-night trip

10/10

Great staff, very clean rooms, would definitely come back! A+
1-night trip

10/10

Awesome motor lodge! Will stay again when around the area.
1-night trip

10/10

Wonderful property, very easy to find. Extremely clean and comfortable. I would highly recommend stay at the motel. The owner was very professional and courteous. We hope to visit this motel again.
1-night trip

10/10

We loved the homey feel of the rooms, clean, warm(because it was a high of 7!) and comfortable. The staff was delightful.
2-night trip

10/10

This is a recently renovated family owned motel super close to everything in Thermopolis. Our room was warm clean and comfortable and our dog enjoyed sniffing around the 3 acre property.
2-night trip

10/10

Very friendly perfect spot for eating and going fishing on the river
2-night trip

10/10

I love it! El Rancho is the only place in Thermopolis I’ll stay
2-night trip

10/10

The property is an older property but so very well kept. Rooms were very clean and the bed and pillows were some of the most comfortable I’ve slept on in a motel. Very well worth it and extremely friendly owners. Would stay again for sure.
2-night trip

10/10

It was very well kept , beautiful theme, very friendly owner check in was a breeze. Would absolutely stay here again!!!
1-night trip

10/10

Super friendly and helpful staff, quiet area at night, shower had great pressure, beds are comfortable, great value for a night passing through.
1-night trip

10/10

My husband grew up in Thermopolis and he was pleasantly surprised that the new owners/management have been remodeling the hotel. Our room was clean and comfortable. There was enough room for my whole family to sleep. We will stay there whenever we travel back to Thermopolis.
2-night trip

10/10

Nice, clean and comfortable motel with friendly staff.
3-night trip

10/10

Friendly no frills hotel, perfect for a quick sightseeing or fishing trip, nice Mexican food less than a block away.
2-night trip

10/10

We enjoyed our stay and will stay here when we come again. Nice and affordable.
1-night trip

10/10

Great motel! Loved the room
1-night trip

10/10

Great place
2-night trip

10/10

We enjoyed staying at this motel, quiet and removed from the street. Also had good service.
3-night trip

10/10

Newly remodeled and very clean. Quiet. Reasonably priced. Will stay there again.
1-night trip

10/10

Great place to stay. Clean, comfortable and a relaxing area to sit outside to enjoy the beautiful thermopolis area
1-night trip

8/10

Nice place to stay. Great staff
1-night trip

10/10

ElmRancho is a unique place with very comfortable rooms and excellent service. It is a great place to stay in Thermopolis.
1-night trip

8/10

This place is cute, clean, functional, and the staff/owners are very nice. Our unit had a brand new updated bathroom, and everything we needed.
3-night trip

10/10

There are no words to describe how much i enjoyed this stay. What a great family operated business! Clean, updated, nice decor, and exactly where I needed it to be, and what a great town overall!
1-night trip

10/10

The room was super clean, beds and pillows were very comfortable, and it was so quiet and peaceful! Service was top notch, we were given given great recommendations for activities in Thermopolis. Parking was right in front of your room, and the grounds felt very safe. Would absolutely stay here again!
1-night trip