Red Caboose Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Ronks with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Exterior
Property grounds
Baggage Car, 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Bunks
Restaurant
Honeymoon Caboose, 1 Queen Bed, Whirlpool Bath

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$140
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct

Explore the area

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312 Paradise Lane, Ronks, PA, 17572
  • Place, Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Cherry Crest Adventure Farm
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Sight and Sound Theatre
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lancaster, PA (LNS)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

Baggage Car, 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Bunks

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

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

Farmhouse Suite, 2 Queen & 2 Single Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

Large Family Caboose, 1 Double Bed and 4 Single Bunks

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(56 reviews)

Highlights

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

Farmhouse Small Suite, 1 Queen Bed & 1 Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

Farmhouse Efficiency Suite, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

Farmhouse Efficiency Suite Sm 2 Queen beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

About the area

Ronks

Red Caboose Motel places you steps from Amish Impressions and within a short 5-minute stroll of National Toy Train Museum. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a games room and barbecues. Plus you'll find a picnic area, express check-in and tour/ticket assistance. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and noon. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Ronks motel include Sight and Sound Theatre and The Amish Village.

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

  • ‪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 in Ronks with restaurant and bar/lounge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and an arcade/games room are also featured at Red Caboose Motel. Free self parking is available.

This Ronks motel is smoke free.

  • 47 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1970
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Red Caboose Motel offers 47 accommodations with free toiletries and portable fans. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry 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
  • Cot (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 lift (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 bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Built in 1970
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (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
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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

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Red Caboose Motel Ronks
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Red Caboose Motel?

Red Caboose Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Red Caboose Motel?

As of 22 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Red Caboose Motel on 29 Oct 2025 start from AU$139.99, including 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.

Is parking available at Red Caboose Motel?

Yep, Red Caboose Motel has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Is Red Caboose Motel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and an arcade, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Red Caboose Motel is a hit with families.

Does Red Caboose Motel serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order breakfast is offered daily from 7:30 AM to noon.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Red Caboose Motel?

No, Red Caboose Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Red Caboose Motel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Red Caboose Motel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Red Caboose Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Red Caboose Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 770 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 195 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1022 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

6/10 Okay

Jody, New Tripoli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Area is nice and seeing the Train cars is very cool but the room itself was not impressive. Very small and needs updated. I guess all I can say is I can now cross staying in a train car off my bucket list.
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

Shelice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved it. The room was clean and spacious. The land surrounding was beautiful and the staff were excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
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

8/10 Good

Jamie

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

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

Loved our stay

We loved this experience. Our caboose was large enough to fit 6 people comfortably for sleeping and there was so much to do on the property
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

raina

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The caboose we stayed in did not look like the pictures. It was run down. It was older and smelled musty, spider webs in the bunk room and ceiling, There was a spider in my bed and a few bugs around so the kids wouldn’t sleep. It’s summer on a farm so it wouldn’t be a big deal if you are a camper. The windows had dead bugs and dirt around them. I spent a lot to stay there and maybe they should let visitors know they may get an old one.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Went for my son’s 4th birthday. He has a blast! So much fun train stuff to do nearby. The room was really fun
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

cliff

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was nice but the cabooses were a little run down
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Misty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the uniqueness of the rooms and the cute shop and dinning area. However, they seemed to be short staffed and we waited awhile for our food, but over all everyone wasfriendly and they worked hard. I hope they get help soon to allow the atmosphere flow better.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

July Red Caboose Motel stay.

Stayed at The Red Caboose Motel in July 2025. I have stayed at this establishment a number of times since 2016. I was assigned to the New Haven Caboose which is one of several Cabooses that received fresh exterior paint last year. Room interior was comfortable with two wall unit A/C units which kept the room cool. Room also featured Cable flat screen TV, coffee maker, microwave, and mini-fridge. I dined at the on-site Casey Jones Restaurant and had a good dinner. The Motel is having free concerts during the Summer on Thursday evenings at the on-site Barn entertainment venue with drinks and appetizers available for purchase. All in all, I enjoy my stays at The Red Caboose Motel and will return.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with family and small children
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

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Xinyu, FOREST HILLS

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
caboose is tight but nice and clean. buggy ride on site. toy train museum next door. great animal feed. nice property to walk around. train ride a few minutes away. restaurant setting is nice but food so-so. overall a nice place for family with kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sleeping in a caboose......the girls loved that
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay. We had stayed here about 10 years ago when our son was younger. We have great memories so came back fur a 1night stay with our son. Loved the improvements to the cabooses and property. Had a great time at the 4th of July celebration & fireworks were fantastic. Made more special memories and would encourage families to stay here to do the same.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our second year in a row staying on July 3rd to experience the wonderful festival and fireworks. We were actually gonna go ahead and reserve for next July 3 but was told since it’s on a Friday it would be a two night minimum. Unfortunately, we cannot stay for the two nights and will probably miss next year. Wonderful place, wonderful event, wonderful people. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

MARISA

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mrs James E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rural feel was great. Our granddaughter loved the animals at the petting zoo. Good food, comfortable beds, nice people!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Frank

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
It was a truly great experience. The only issues were that the caboose had a slight left hand lean to it making it a little difficult to maneuver. The bed, though we chose the caboose with a double bed, was very small
Goats on property that you could feed and pet
Local
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

angela

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kids love sleeping in old train cars!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025