Hot Springs State Park Bath House - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
TePee Pools and Spa - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
Roundtop Mountain - 5 min drive - 3.8 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
Hotel size
12 rooms
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
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)
Guests will receive key retrieval information
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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
Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
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 does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
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 9-minute walk from Merlin's Hide Out and 16 minutes' walk from Hot Springs County Museum. Travelers give top marks for the motel's prime location.
El Rancho Motel Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2024
JASON
JASON, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 6, 2024
Our room wasn't quite ready when we arrived so we checked out tge thrift store across the parking lot. Our room was clean and spacious with plenty of sleeping space for everyone. We brought our service dog in training and when ahe was off duty she made friends witg the resident dog. They were able to play off leash in the shared patio area. The BBQ grills were convenient along with all the outdoor seating. This motel had plenty of parking for our trailer and was off the road so it was very quiet. We also purchased some DoTerra items from the office which was great for our sore muscles. We will definitely stay here again!!
Tyler
Tyler, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 6, 2024
Roger
Roger, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 27, 2024
Excellent
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!
Verified traveler
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 14, 2024
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 12, 2024
Kenneth
Kenneth, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2024
El Rancho Motel
Nice, clean and comfortable motel with friendly staff.
Richard
Richard, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2024
It was very well kept , beautiful theme, very friendly owner check in was a breeze. Would absolutely stay here again!!!
Kylee
Kylee, 1-night family trip
Verified Travelocity guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 22, 2024
John
John, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2024
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!
rebecca
rebecca, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2024
El Rancho
A family run motel. The rooms are well appointed. Thermopolis is a great place to explore the southern Big Horn basin.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2024
Wonderful motel!
Very clean, cozy and great service!!!
Loreen
Loreen, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2024
Great motel!
Paul
Paul, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 14, 2024
Everything was OK except the bathroom. Shower was tiny, and commode was old.
Douglas
Douglas, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 13, 2024
We enjoyed our stay and will stay here when we come again. Nice and affordable.
Ranae
Ranae, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 11, 2024
Yvette
Yvette, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2024
Super friendly and helpful staff, quiet area at night, shower had great pressure, beds are comfortable, great value for a night passing through.
Gary
Gary, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2024
The room was very charming! I loved that there was a table in the room.
Jen
Jen, 2-night family trip
Verified Travelocity guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 10, 2024
Great motel! Loved the room
Amanda
Amanda, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 10, 2024
Wonderful motel! Clean and very cute linens/decorations. Appreciated the microwave and fridge in the room.
Julie
Julie, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 10, 2024
We were very comfortable here. Staff lovely.
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 8, 2024
The person who checked us in we assume to be the owner. She was very welcoming. The room did have an odor…perhaps other guests had dirty/stinky shoes.
But otherwise the room was clean, bed very comfy. We got the last room available so wonder if a room with just one large bed would have been better for us. We would definitely stay again!