Williston Parks & Recreation - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Williston State College - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
James Memorial Art Center - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Raymond Family Community Center - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
CHI St. Alexius Health - Williston Medical Center - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Getting around
Williston, ND (XWA-Basin Intl.) - 22 min drive
Williston Station - 29 min walk
Restaurants
McDonald's - 8 min walk
Applebee's Grill + Bar - 15 min walk
Qdoba Mexican Eats - 14 min walk
Taco John's - 6 min walk
Hardee's - 11 min walk
About this property
El Rancho Hotel
When visiting Williston, El Rancho Hotel is a great choice to consider. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
92 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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 21
Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 5:00 AM–9:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children's menu
Working away
24-hour business center
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Accessibility
Assistive listening devices available
Braille signage
Grab bar near toilet
Toilet grab bar height (inches): 29
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave (on request)
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per accommodation, per day
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
El Rancho Hotel Williston
El Rancho Williston
El Rancho Hotel Hotel
El Rancho Hotel Williston
El Rancho Hotel Hotel Williston
Frequently asked questions
Does El Rancho Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, El Rancho Hotel 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 Hotel?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 25 per accommodation, per day, and there's also a deposit of USD 100 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at El Rancho Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at El Rancho Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Are there restaurants at or near El Rancho Hotel?
Yes, Williston Brewing Company offers American cuisine.
What's the area around El Rancho Hotel like?
El Rancho Hotel is a short 16-minute walk from Williston State College and 15 minutes' walk from Williston Parks & Recreation.
El Rancho Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very Good
Nov 11, 2024
Heather
Heather, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 8, 2024
Geoff
Geoff, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 3, 2024
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Oct 19, 2024
Choose somewhere else.
Hotel charged me for 2 nights and is arguing about giving me a refund for the night I did not stay.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2024
John
John, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2024
Clean quiet hotel
We hesitated when making this reservation as we usually stay at national chain hotels with a quality standard. We were pleasantly surprised by the quality and cleanliness of this hotel. The front desk staff when we checked in was exceptionally friendly and helpful After unpacking our suitcases and getting settled in the room we discovered the TV had no sound. She came to the room to see if she could help since maintenance was not available. We ended up moving rooms but she put us in the room next door so it was an easy switch.
We were on the first floor and pleasantly surprised that when we got up in the morning, most of the pickup trucks in the parking lot outside our window were gone but we never heard car doors or diesel engines so the windows must be well insulated.
When we checked out, the front desk person seemed put out that I asked for a printed receipt. She never smiled or even asked if our stay went well.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 2, 2024
We were on foot, having arrived in a taxi from the train. We are both 75 and were sent to a room outside and apart from the hotel, on the second floor with no elevator. I almost fell with my bag going up the stairs. No one was available to help us. Even though the hotel lobby was warm and lovely, our room was very sparse and mediocre. It was a bit of a disappointment.
Karen A
Karen A, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Sep 18, 2024
Noisy most of the night.
Cecile
Cecile, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 13, 2024
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Sep 6, 2024
Different atmosphere. They did not have our reservation
Theresa
Theresa, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 28, 2024
Love El Rancho
Jenny
Jenny, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Aug 19, 2024
We were checked into the motel not the hotel as advertised. The motel was disgustingly dirty. Staff was accomodating to get us relocated to the main hotel. Accommodations were quite appropriate after that.
Garry
Garry, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2024
Nice place to stay. Great brewery and restaurant on premises
Dan
Dan, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 14, 2024
ACs are old, need to be replaced
Rudy
Rudy, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 11, 2024
I'll stay again!
Nice hotel! Beautiful inside, clean, fresh room, great breakfast and the best price!
Terra
Terra, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 4, 2024
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Jul 26, 2024
Billie
Billie, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 23, 2024
Rudy
Rudy, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 12, 2024
Older property but very clean and updated. Great dining on premises.
Doug
Doug, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 4, 2024
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
Jun 20, 2024
WESTERN STAR
WESTERN STAR, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Jun 18, 2024
Smells horrible, outdated
Destiny
Destiny, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 18, 2024
We got in late from a long day (moving). The hostess automatically offered a late check out. And bought our water and soda.. a real treat, especially at 2 am.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2024
Gary
Gary, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 1, 2024
This accommodation was a good value for the money. Comfortable bed, good shower and clean. Traffic is loud and some things are worn but the important things are good.