In the heart of Williston, El Rancho Hotel offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and American cuisine at Williston Brewing Company. Unwind in the bar, stay connected with in-room WiFi, or get some work done at the 24-hour business center. Helpful staff and convenient services like dry cleaning/laundry have left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Raymond Family Community Center - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Williston Parks & Recreation - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
CHI St. Alexius Health - Williston Medical Center - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Williston, ND (XWA-Basin Intl.) - 22 min drive
Williston Station - 29 min walk
Restaurants
McDonald's - 8 min walk
Jimmy John's - 3 min drive
Dairy Queen - 12 min walk
Qdoba Mexican Eats - 14 min walk
Slim Chickens - 3 min drive
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.
At a glance
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Hotel size
92 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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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 21
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
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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
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)
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Here's the breakdown, no surprises
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
El Rancho Hotel Williston
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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 75 per accommodation, 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: 3:00 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 7 minutes' walk from Harmon Park.
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Reviews
El Rancho Hotel Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.4
Cleanliness
8.4
Location
9.0
Staff & service
8.0
Eco-friendliness
8.0
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
Breakfast was great with a good variety and hot options. (9 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 12, 2025
Excellent stay!
We had several special requests and the front desk staff was very helpful and kind. The breakfast was very tasty and hot. We stayed an extra night because we were pleased with everything. The price was very reasonable.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 31, 2025
Excellent stay!
Adam
Adam, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2025
Good location and friendly service.
Leon
Leon, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2025
Always a good experience beds super comfortable and nice big tvs and lots of space in the outdoor rooms
Shawna
Shawna, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 10, 2025
We stayed one night at the El Rancho. It is an older motel but was very clean. The staff were very friendly and the continently breakfast was adequate. Very reasonably priced too.
Vicki
Vicki, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 3, 2025
Great staff
Katie
Katie, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 20, 2025
Attached to brewery which is amazing restaraunt
christopher
christopher, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 2, 2025
We like this hotel when going through town. Such a hidden jewel :)
Kathie
Kathie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 29, 2025
Everything! The food was great also!
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 31, 2025
Clean and comfortable room. I enjoy my stay every weekend.
Adam
Adam, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2025
weve stayed in many hotels in the area and find this to be the best for food, value, service. . The room was much larger and the facilty wasin a convenient location.
Gloria
Gloria, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 23, 2025
It was very quiet and had a very comfortable bed.
Was a good deal, financially. The ladies at the desk were very pleasant. We will stay here again.
Jane
Jane, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jan 2, 2025
Conveniently located, and continental breakfast.
Jefferson
Jefferson, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 12, 2025
The staff was great and it is a very affordable place to stay. No AC, carpet is older than me and it needs some updates
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 2, 2025
Nice and quiet
Leah
Leah, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 26, 2025
over all it was good just a little out dated but not in a bad way, the best part is the food next door,
Verified traveler
1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 6, 2025
Ok place for a quick stay
Old and damp and smelly and in severe need of an update
Brad
Brad, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 12, 2025
Easy check in, friendly staff, meidocre cleanliness of room, outdated bedding...good food.
Shawn
Shawn, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 10, 2025
The rooms were clean and the beds comfortable. The pillows weren’t so great, unfortunately.
The hotel is older, but is in a nice, good condition. Avoid the nasty laundry, though!!
Douglas
Douglas, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 12, 2025
Was ok,an older property,surrounded by busy streets,room was good,breakfast was good,could do with someone cleaning the parking lot
Stephen
Stephen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2024
Nice place to stay. Great brewery and restaurant on premises
Dan
Dan, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 12, 2025
Room was clean but air conditioner was very old did not cool and made Soo much noise could not sleep with it kicking and banging is a very old motel
Deb
Deb, 1-night trip
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 trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 4, 2025
Convenient
Katie
Katie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 21, 2025
Clean, comfortable and cordial staff. Always greeted with genuine kindness and the staff were very diligent to help me with my payment issue. They went out of their way to reassure me that I was able to stay, and able to pay.