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Hotel El Rancho - Gallup

1000 E Hwy 66, Gallup, New Mexico, United States of America, 87301·View on map

$$$$

Overall Score

Great

8.6Great

Free WiFi8.9

Staff8.9

Cleanliness8.8

Comfort8.8

Location8.7

Who stays here

Couples51%

Families27%

Groups10%

Solo10%

Overview

Overall Score

Great

8.6Great

Free WiFi8.9

Staff8.9

Cleanliness8.8

Comfort8.8

Location8.7

Who stays here

Couples51%

Families27%

Groups10%

Solo10%

2-star historic Route 66 hotel in Gallup with Hollywood western movie star legacy

Historic Hollywood Legacy

Hotel El Rancho preserves the history of Hollywood western film stars who stayed here during location shoots. The lobby functions as a museum with signed celebrity photos and memorabilia from the 1940s and 1950s. A vintage elevator and a grand staircase add to the period atmosphere, as noted in guest reviews.

On-Site Dining

The hotel restaurant serves American and Mexican dishes, including green chili burgers and prickly pear margaritas. A bar on the property offers cocktails and a full menu, with the same menu available in the restaurant and lounge. The snack bar and coffee house provide additional options, and kids' meals are available for families.

Rooms & Accommodations

Guest rooms in the main building are named after movie stars and feature themed decor with record players and retro telephones. The motel annex offers larger rooms with exterior entrances and patio parking, also decorated in Route 66 style. Selected rooms include a kitchenette with a fridge, and all rooms have a private bathroom with free toiletries.

Amenities & Services

El Rancho Gallup has a fitness centre, a garden with outdoor furniture, and a shared lounge with a TV area. Free parking and accessible parking are available, and the hotel is pet-friendly. A 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, and luggage storage are provided, along with a gift shop selling local crafts.

Activities & Surroundings

Guests can hike in the surrounding area, with trails accessible from the hotel. The hotel offers walking tours and classes about local culture. Located on Historic Route 66, Hotel El Rancho is a convenient stop for travelers between Albuquerque and Sedona.

Historic Legacy: Hollywood movie star memorabilia and vintage elevator
Dining: American & Mexican menu with green chili burgers
Rooms: Movie star-themed rooms and motel annex
Amenities: Fitness centre, pet-friendly, gift shop
Activities: Hiking, walking tours, local culture classes
Location: On Historic Route 66 in Gallup

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:59

until 11:00

Amenities

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

Children & extra beds

Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Building

Number of rooms:92

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Rooms and availability

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King Suite

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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Presidential Suite

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 King Size Bed and 1 Sofa bed

Shower
Coffee machine

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Queen Suite

Max:

3 persons
Bed options:

1 King Size Bed or 2 Queen Size Beds2 King Size Beds

Shower
Coffee machine

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Free parking

Baggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness center

Flat-screen TV

Elevator

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center
Hiking
Horseback riding
Bowling
Fishing

Services

Housekeeping
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area

Children

Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Sun loungers
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Dining table

Bathroom

Washing machine
Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

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Essential information about Hotel El Rancho

💵 Lowest room price	120 US$
📏 Distance to center	200 yd

Location

1000 E Hwy 66, Gallup, New Mexico, United States of America, 87301

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1000 E Hwy 66, Gallup, New Mexico, United States of America, 87301

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1000 E Hwy 66, Gallup, New Mexico, United States of America, 87301

City landmarks
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The Gallup Cultural Center

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Museums

Rex Museum

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Historic El Morro Theatre

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Chief Theater

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Mall

Zecca Plaza

100 yd

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Tilt

200 yd

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Gallup Cultural Ctr

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Gallup Down Town Conference Center

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Fr Dunstan Park

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Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Cathedral

200 yd

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Chief Manulieto Sculpture

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East Aztec Baptist Church

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Gallup Coffee

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Wind Biker

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Church

Cathedral Of The Sacred Heart

200 yd

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Historic District

200 yd

Events

Gallup Cultural Center

200 yd

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Gallup Area Arts Council

200 yd

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ART123 Gallery

200 yd

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Gal-A-Bowl

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American Bar

1.0 mi

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Quintanas Music and Indian Jewelry

1.0 mi

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Sisters of our Lady of Guadalupe and St. Joseph

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X-Treme-Lee Fun Balloon Adventures

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Gallup Parks and Recreation

1.3 mi

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Rehoboth Mckinley Hospital

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Gallup State Veteran's Cemetery

1.7 mi

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Front Row Seat

1.9 mi

Mall

Uptown Plaza

100 yd

Restaurant

Pizza Hut

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Reviews of Hotel El Rancho

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