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Red Caboose Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Ronks with a restaurant and a bar

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Exterior
Baggage Car, 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Bunks | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes
Honeymoon Caboose, 1 Queen Bed, Whirlpool Bath | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes
Restaurant
Property grounds
The Red Caboose Motel in the historical district offers fun for all ages. Kids love the playground, and the arcade entertains everyone. Adults can relax at the bar. Free self-parking and a cooked-to-order breakfast near the popular restaurant are available.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Medium Family Caboose, 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Bunks | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Medium Family Caboose, 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Bunks

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Microwave
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Mail Car, 2 Queen Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Mail Car, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Microwave
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Large Family Caboose, 1 Double Bed and 4 Single Bunks | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Large Family Caboose, 1 Double Bed and 4 Single Bunks

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(54 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Microwave
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Small Family Caboose, 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunks

Small Family Caboose, 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunks | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Small Family Caboose, 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunks

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Microwave
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Farmhouse Efficiency Suite Sm 2 Queen beds (NOT CABOOSE) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Farmhouse Efficiency Suite Sm 2 Queen beds (NOT CABOOSE)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Baggage Car, 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Bunks

Baggage Car, 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Bunks | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Baggage Car, 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Bunks

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Microwave
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Farmhouse Suite, 2 Queen & 2 Single Beds (NOT A CABOOSE)

Farmhouse Suite, 2 Queen & 2 Single Beds (NOT A CABOOSE) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Farmhouse Suite, 2 Queen & 2 Single Beds (NOT A CABOOSE)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Microwave
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Farmhouse Small Suite, 1 Queen Bed & 1 Double Bed (NOT CABOOSE)

Farmhouse Small Suite, 1 Queen Bed & 1 Double Bed (NOT CABOOSE) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Farmhouse Small Suite, 1 Queen Bed & 1 Double Bed (NOT CABOOSE)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Microwave
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Honeymoon Caboose, 1 Queen Bed, Whirlpool Bath

Honeymoon Caboose, 1 Queen Bed, Whirlpool Bath | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Honeymoon Caboose, 1 Queen Bed, Whirlpool Bath

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Microwave
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Farmhouse Efficiency Suite, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed (NOT CABOOSE)

Farmhouse Efficiency Suite, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed (NOT CABOOSE) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Farmhouse Efficiency Suite, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed (NOT CABOOSE)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 19 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Couples Caboose, 1 Double Bed

Couples Caboose, 1 Double Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Couples Caboose, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Microwave
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Double Caboose, 2 Double Beds

Double Double Caboose, 2 Double Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Double Double Caboose, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(57 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Microwave
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
312 Paradise Lane, Ronks, PA, 17572

What's nearby

  • Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Cherry Crest Adventure Farm - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Sight and Sound Theatre - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • The Amish Village - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Dutch Wonderland - 12 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Lancaster Station - 19 min drive
  • Lancaster, PA (LNS) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Smorgasbord - ‬5 min drive
  • Cracker Barrel
  • ‪Hershey Farm Restaurant & Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dienner's Country Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Red Caboose Motel

Motel near Sight and Sound Theatre
You can look forward to a playground, an arcade/game room, and a bar at Red Caboose Motel. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), express check-in, and barbecue grills
  • A vending machine, smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews say great things the dining options, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to noon for a fee: USD 4.95 to 9.95 for adults and USD 4.99 to 4.99 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Built in 1970
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 4.95 to 9.95 for adults, and USD 4.99 to 4.99 for children
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Red Caboose Motel
Red Caboose Motel Ronks
Red Caboose Ronks
Red Caboose Hotel
Red Caboose Motel, Restaurant & Gift Shop Hotel Strasburg
Red Caboose Motel, Restaurant And Gift Shop
Red Caboose Motel Motel
Red Caboose Motel Ronks
Red Caboose Motel Motel Ronks

Frequently asked questions

Is Red Caboose Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Red Caboose Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Red Caboose Motel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Red Caboose Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 25 (subject to availability).

Where is Red Caboose Motel located?

Situated in the historical district, this motel is steps from Amish Impressions and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Sight and Sound Theatre. National Toy Train Museum and The House of Donald Collectibles and Museum are also within 10 minutes.

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Red Caboose Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 761 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 191 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1013 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Joann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice 😊 we loved our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! Quiet and convenient to area shopping and tourist options!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our 3rd stay here and it is always pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was a nice get away for a weekend. food in the restaurant was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay. The staff was very friendly. Lots to do around the area and the novelty of the place was unique
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great bed
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place to visit for a unique "experience" hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Amenities
Was a fun and unique experience. Enjoyed the fact that there was the restaurant on site and it was yummy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent area will return soon
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Very unique stay in an authentic train car!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

JoAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time, the caboose was clean and set up very nice. Dining close in walking distance, Staff very friendly and accommodating. So many things to do in the area, Dutch Wonderland, Turkey Hill, etc....
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was awesome and staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to visit all the sights in the area. Great staff always friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super cute place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay in the heart of Amish country! Add the whistle and charm of the Strasburg Railroad and it was a complete vacation for this rail fan!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything well above expectations, very pleased.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quite pretty setting
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique place to stay. Love the train passing by. Food is good to.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have a nice stay , the room very clean , staff 5 stars
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
My grandsons love trains and it was unique to stay in an actual caboose. Close to Strasburg Railroad and the train museum which was the focus of our trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a great caboose motel experience!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant on site. Cabooses are well maintained and spacious. Would have been nice to have an outdoor space to enjoy the wonderful weather.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Izabella B

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay yearly and love it. We have now started coming with friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025