Hotel El Rancho - Gallup
35.529847, -108.72692Overview
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
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
400 sq. feet
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Bed options:2 King Size Beds
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Shower
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Coffee machine
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Room size:
205 sq. feet
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Bed options:2 King Size Beds
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Shower
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Coffee machine
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Room size:
205 sq. feet
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Bed options:2 King Size Beds
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Shower
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Coffee machine
Essential information about Hotel El Rancho
| 💵 Lowest room price | 120 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 200 yd |
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