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El Rancho

3.0 star property
Beach aparthotel in Tarifa with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Escape to El Rancho, where rustic charm meets warm hospitality. Unwind with a massage at the spa or indulge in Spanish cuisine at EL RANCHO steakhouse. Guests can connect to WiFi, enjoy the garden, and relax by the pool.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • 12 smoke-free apartments
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Meeting room
  • Picnic area
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Flat-panel TV
  • Free self parking

Room options

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Twin Room | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (2 Adults)

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (3 Adults)

  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (4 Adults)

  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Basic Loft, Multiple Beds | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Loft, Multiple Beds

  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Basic Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Courtyard View

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Interior detail
Hotel Tarifa Lances, a member of Radisson Individuals
Tarifa
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 431 reviews
The price is $90
$99 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Hotel Tarifa Lances, a member of Radisson Individuals
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About the neighborhood

Map
Pedro Valiente N6, Tarifa, Cadiz, 11380

What's nearby

  • Playa de los Lances - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Whale-Watching - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Punta Tarifa - 8 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Bolonia Beach - 26 min drive - 23.4 km
  • Bolonia - 26 min drive - 23.4 km

Getting around

  • Gibraltar (GIB) - 51 min drive
  • Tangier (TNG-Ibn Batouta) - 76 min drive
  • San Roque-La Línea Station - 28 min drive
  • Algeciras Station - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Surla - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Manduka Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Papaya Tarifa - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Café del Mar (Beach) - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Osteria del Sole - ‬3 min drive

About this property

El Rancho

  • Enjoy your visit to Tarifa with a stay at El Rancho. Guests can indulge in massages and enjoy Spanish cuisine at EL RANCHO, which is open for breakfast and lunch. A bar/lounge and a seasonal outdoor pool are other highlights, and apartments offer patios and flat-screen TVs.

At a glance

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Property size

    • 12 apartments
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 4:30 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 10 AM - 5 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 18
PETS

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Restaurants on site

  • EL RANCHO
  • EL RANCHO

Dining

  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Room service available

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Work spaces

  • 1 meeting room

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevators
  • Soundproofing
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • In-room massages
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Banquet hall

Things to do

  • Horse riding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 12 rooms

Special features

Dining

EL RANCHO - This steakhouse specializes in Spanish cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
EL RANCHO - Onsite bar.

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from January 23 to March 31:
  • One of the dining venues
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Meeting facilities
  • Parking area
  • Swimming pool
The following facilities are closed on Thursday:
  • Dining venue(s)

Children & extra beds

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 11 AM to 8 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from June to September

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

This property does not have elevators.

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

This property is professionally cleaned.

Also known as

El Rancho Apartment Tarifa

El Rancho Tarifa

El Rancho Tarifa

El Rancho Aparthotel

El Rancho Aparthotel Tarifa

Frequently asked questions

Does El Rancho offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, El Rancho 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.

Is there a pool at El Rancho?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 11 AM to 8 PM.

Are pets allowed at El Rancho?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at El Rancho?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at El Rancho?

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 4:30 PM. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at El Rancho and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, horseback riding, and snorkeling. Enjoy amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool, a picnic area, and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near El Rancho?

Yes, EL RANCHO offers Spanish cuisine.

Does El Rancho have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, each apartment features a patio.

What's the area around El Rancho like?

El Rancho is located a short 11-minute walk from Playa de los Lances.

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Reviews

El Rancho Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

7.8

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay for Tarifa and kiting

Brilliant stay at El Rancho - really friendly hosts and excellent access to Tarifa's beaches and town and nearby villages too.
Zoltan, 14-night trip
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6/10 Good

gorgeous beach close by but hotel nothing special.

After booking I received an email stating that I needed to check I by 17:30 otherwise there was an extra 20€ charge. I specifically made sure I was booking a room with a microwave, but when checking in the receptionist said twin rooms don't have kitchen, I had to show her the description on hotels.com staying a kitchennete and she was able to give me a 1 bed apartment, as I needed somewhere to cook my food. There is not a freezer as described. The attachment to hold the shower head was broken and the towels were very thin. The bed sheets smelt slightly of sweat. It was cheap and location was good. It was OK for the 2 days, but I wouldn't return.
Julie, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Well thought out concept by El Rancho: rooms / apartments, restaurant (with a lot of choice), fitness / sports area with bar area for snacks and breakfast, free parking (some right in front of the room), facility in the countryside a little away from the city center. The concept of converting what was presumably a former farmhouse was basically a success. However, the original walls visibly have their own peculiarities: In particular, our room was extremely damp and although there was constant ventilation in the bathroom. Both the comforter cover and all our clothes were damp, and a book we had brought with us had curled pages after a day's stay. There were two single beds in our room whose mattresses were no longer comfortable. They were extremely saggy, had been laid out and were far too soft, which led to back problems for us. It would have felt cleaner if the comforters had had a comforter cover and not just a separating sheet between the body and the comforter. The check out was not ideal as the reception (which was in the restaurant which was closed) was not manned and it was not clear where to return the keys (no return box visible).
Verena, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good
Alan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

A True Spanish Experience!

Adjoining restaurant was great, authentic meal with genuine service. Loved the decor, El Rancho is outside of the city, close enough to town but away from the hustle and noise. The “hotel” is old and rustic but clean and a true Spanish experience! Location is about 10 minutes South of Tarifa, but worth the drive.
Daniel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Super acogedor

El lugar es tranquilo, acogedor y familiar. Ha sido una experiencia super agradable, el trato ha sido espectacular y el ambiente que se siente allí es algo que no se puede vivir en cualquier lugar.
Alba Jose, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good

Una estancia ventosa.

En general estuvo bien con la excepción de haber ruidos de personas conversando hasta altas horas de la madrugada y que se quedan fuera una vez el bar-restaurante cierra.
Antonio, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

In het kort: mooie locatie en zeer gast vrij. Ons verblijf bij El Rancho was werkelijk geweldig! De appartementen zijn allemaal prachtig en ook het terras is een fijne plek om te zitten. In de appartementen en in het restaurant komt de geschiedenis van de ranch op een interessant manier naar boven. Het meest opvallende was de uitstekende service en het vriendelijke personeel. Het team regelde alles wat je vroeg perfect en laten zien dat ze plezier hebben in hun werk. Het restaurant dat erbij zit is van top klasse. Hier heb in het lekkerste vlees gehad dat ik ooit heb geproefd. De prijzen voor het vlees van enorme kwaliteit zijn in vergelijking met Nederland echt een top deal. Al met al, zowel voor een fijn verblijf als ontzettend lekker eten: El Rancho is een aanrader!
Youk, 15-night trip
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4/10 Fair

In need of updating and better equipping

I was disappointed overall with the El Rancho apartments. The apartment was very small, the kitchen was tiny and very poorly equipped to cook for yourself. There were broken sockets in the apartment and it is in need of a refresh. The apartment was not representative of the photographs shown on the Hotels.com website and I would not either recommend or stay again.
Andrew, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Der Aufenthalt war Ok. Das Restauran ist ein muss für Fleisch Liebhaber! Was ich zu bemaängel habe ist die Toilette Duschkopf Defekt. Die duschkabien ist für kleine Leute gemacht die Halterung vom Duschkopf war kaputt. WC spüle funktionierte nicht, musste immer mit ein küpel Wasser Spülen. Sonst für den Preis ok.
Daniel, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Estupendo

Estupendo alojamiento, cerca de todas las playas, a 3km de tarifa,todo estupendo y la comida de el restaurante totalmente recomendable. Repetiremos sin duda!
Melodia, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Wir waren wohl die ersten in diesem Jahr in diesem Appartement, weshalb wir nachgereinigt haben . Ausstattung ist ok . Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis gut
7-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Si tratta di una casa rurale fuori dal centro abitato ma comoda per andare in paese e alle spiagge. Dotata di giardino, piscina, parcheggio e un buon ristorante. L'appartamento è rustico e senza troppe pretese, mentre la camera è moderna e più accogliente.
Mara, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Così così

Buona posizione, vicino a Tarifa e a circa un km dalla spiaggia. Le camere sono essenziali, noi avevamo molte formiche in camera, il letto era duro e in bagno l'unica luce era quella dello specchio (che non funzionava bene). Considerando il prezzo non super economico ci aspettavamo qualcosa in più.
Alice, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

El entorno y situacion muy bien tranquilo y un trato muy bueno por los dueños que también regentan el restaurante continuo con unos platos buenísimos y Si vas con niños fabuloso.solo que en nuestro caso era habitación tipo hotel sin ser apartamento y no nos hicieron limpieza de habitación ni cambio de toballas en tres noches que estuvimos y muchas hormigas por toda la habitación que se metían en la maleta cama y tohallas.
3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Poco distante dal centro di tarifa, vicinissino a spiaggia los lances. Consiglio di provare la cucina locale al ristorante annesso.carne ottima , porzioni abbondanti e prezzi abbordabili.
3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excelente

Sitio espectacular con gente muy familiar. El entorno es maravilloso. Volveré 100% seguro.
Francisco Javier, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Apartment near to Tarifa

Booked last minute, basic, clean apartment, ideal for what we needed. No kettle or hairdryer. Ate in the restaurant which was okay decorated with bullfighting memorabilia.
Karen, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Lugar muy tranquilo ideal para visitar las playas de tarifa y alrededores, habitación tipo apartamento con cama muy cómoda, la piscina pequeña pero ideal para un baño después de la playa, nos ha gustado bastante, sólo estuvimos una noche pero no nos importaría repetir.
Conchi, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Günther, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Efrosini, 3-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

3-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Sandra, 3-night trip