Red Caboose Motel

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

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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

Room options

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Showing 12 of 12 rooms

Baggage Car, 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Bunks

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

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

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
  • 207 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Double Caboose, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(65 reviews)

Highlights

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

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
  • 207 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Honeymoon Caboose, 1 Queen Bed, Whirlpool Bath

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

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
  • 207 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Large Family Caboose, 1 Double Bed and 4 Single Bunks

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
  • 207 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Medium Family Caboose, 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Bunks

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

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

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
  • 207 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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
  • 207 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
2 bedrooms
  • 207 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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
  • 207 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
312 Paradise Lane, Ronks, PA, 17572

What's nearby

  • Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cherry Crest Adventure Farm - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Sight and Sound Theatre - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • The Amish Village - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Dutch Wonderland - 12 min drive - 7.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Hershey Farm Restaurant & Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Smorgasbord - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dienner's Country Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Latte Luv - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Agape Cafe & Grille - ‬4 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 luggage storage
  • Barbecue grills, a gift shop, and ATM/banking services
  • 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 does it cost to stay at Red Caboose Motel?

As of Nov 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Red Caboose Motel on Nov 4, 2025 start from $90.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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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Reviews

Red Caboose Motel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 762 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 189 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1008 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable, the family had a great time and stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a unique experience and worked well for day trips in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cheryl

The food at the restaurant was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 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

10/10 Excellent

Lana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. The restaurant and gift shop on site was a nice touch. The boxcar was perf
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 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

10/10 Excellent

James

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really cool concept. Beautiful surroundings
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruban

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is the best place to stay. A must for adults and kids who love trains.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Great place to stay. We loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was great thats why we like staying there.What also makes this a great place to stay is there is a restaurant on site,Casey Jones.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute place. Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second time staying at The Red Caboose and we just love it. Its beautifully maintained, family friendly, and allows us time to "turn off". It is in a prime location making it easy to get anywhere in and around Lancaster. Last year we stayed in the Mail Car and this year we stayed in the Large Family Suite. It was a great option for us as we have a 14 year old and a 2 year old. It gave us all the space we needed and we LOVED the porch. Because of the Red Caboose, we made our original Lancaster trip an annual occurrence.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Must for Train Enthusiasts

If you love trains, you’ll love the Red Caboose! We stayed in car 26 and it was very comfortable and so charming. Bonus : the steam engine passes by a few times a day!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a fun place to stay. Lots to do right there on the property. Even tough it’s a long way from home, I’ll go back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable and modern rooms. Just like a hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unique experience in staying in a caboose as I am a railroad nut.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Kids dream

Kids loved it, my grandson is a train fanatic
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous and attentive staff. Great family property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a blast!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Suggestion: bring your own towels and pillows. The towels are hard as a rock, pillows are flat. Everything was clean besides attention to detail. The Murphy bed clearly wasn’t cleaned for multiple uses. Some cobwebs in the corners and dust on the walls.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
If you want to stay in a memorable location, look no further than the Red Caboose Motel. The rooms are clean and offer many amenities on the property. They even have a petting zoo and offer buggy rides (for a fee). The restaurant served excellent food. Overall, this is an excellent place to stay and to watch the Strasburg Rail Road trail travel by several times a day. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Red cabbose inn

It was excellent very nice and clean,we stayed at the farm house second floor room #4, well worth the money
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caleb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredibly clean room. Peaceful environment around property. Parking directly next to room. Would definitely recommend, and I hope to stay again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025