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Reviews of Red Caboose Motel & Restaurant 2 stars

312 Paradise Lane, Ronks, PA 17572, United States

#2 of 12 hotels in Ronks

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 704 hotel reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.4

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    8.4

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.5

  • Free WiFi

    8.0

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  • Reviewed: 20 September 2023

    7.0
    Good place to visit
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Baggage Car
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not as clean as I expected. Somewhat run down. Had a unpleasant smell

    Interesting place. Great food in the dining car!!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 September 2023

    10
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Shady Rest Hotel Farmhouse Small Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Although wonderful stay we unfortunately didn’t get to sleep in the caboose.

    The train setting

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 September 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Couples Caboose
    • Stayed 1 night

    The condition of the rooms (cabooses) leaves room for improvement.

    Location! Dining car.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 September 2023

    10
    We have stayed there twice and we will be staying again next year
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Shady Rest Hotel Farmhouse Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2023

    8.0
    Ok with a few minor inconveniences
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No comfortable chair or couch to sit on. Wooden chairs were very uncomfortable; children upstairs were very loud. Restaurant was always crowded; Restaurant should have priority seating for folks actually staying at the hotel

    Room was clean; daughter enjoyed the petting zoo; rockers on the porch were a nice touch; good view of the train

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 September 2023

    9.0
    Loved it and will definitely book again with the Red Caboose
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Small Family Caboose
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The mattresses in the bunk beds were not made for anyone over 100lbs. It was not comfortable.

    Everything we needed was in one place. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The food at the Casey Jones Restaurant was very good. I will definitely stay again.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2023

    10
    Excellent all the way around.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Second time staying here and loved it! Stayed in the farm house this time since we had more people with us and other than having to move rooms due to a leaky ceiling (people in room upstairs broke their sink) it was excellent. Staff was very accommodating and switched us to a different room next morning. Very friendly staff and delicious food. The kids loved the animals in the petting zoo and being able to see and hear the train right from our room.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Mail Car
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wish we would’ve had a couple more days there

    Great place Tuesday the staff and everyone was very friendly the rooms were very clean we were very happy with our stay there we will definitely be going back

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Large Family Caboose
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    How flat the pillows were, the shower was a little outdated, and probably could have used more head space on the bunk beds.

    Everything. Especially the staff at the restaurant

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2023

    9.0
    I will be back!!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Couples Caboose
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The smell of the horse waste that stayed on the road for a day out near our room wasn't pleasant. Other than that it is such a fun and unique place.

    The caboose was a caboose and you can't change the size of it. It was small but absolutely fantastic to stay in. We loved the fact that we were inside an old redone caboose. Plan and simple, you must try this at least once!! Don't forget to eat at the restaurant (yes it's a train coach!!!!) It has an awesome deck you can have a late night beverage on as well!! Also has a cool little petting zoo and you can take a buggy ride onsite. A kid train musuem was right next door as well!! My wife and I also took a train ride, which was right down the street!. Yes, lots to do and see!!! Book it and try it!!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2023

    10
    Everyone needs to try this place at least once!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Couples Caboose
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There might be some smelly horse waste on the road and the smell can be challenging. BUT!! Remember where you are staying and it all makes sense.

    You got to stay in a Caboose!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2023

    8.0
    The motel was a great novelty, but not ideal for some stays.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Double Caboose
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The inside design of the caboose made it cramped. I would not like to have to sleep with another adult in a double bed. The price was jacked up for the weekend.

    The novelty of it was charming.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2023

    8.0
    A great place to stay if you love trains!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Large Family Caboose
    • Stayed 1 night

    The beds

    I think the experience of staying in a real caboose was excellent! My son loves trains, and this was a great little adventure. The only thing I would recommend is more comfortable beds. I think for the price to stay there, the beds could be a bit better, but other than that, it was great! If you, or know someone that is a train lover, I would definitely recommend!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2023

    8.0
    Cute and fun for a short stay, could use a little updating.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Couples Caboose
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our car was tilted, so it was a little awkward walking and doors would fly open if not held onto. Bathroom mirror and shower head need to be higher. Bed wasn't overly comfortable.

    Cute and unique setup. The restaurant had good breakfast. In a rural setting.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2023

    9.0
    Couples stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Couples Caboose
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We really liked everything .

    Loved all of it. It is such a beautiful and peaceful place. Will be back in a few months.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2023

    9.0
    It was a fun time with our grandson
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Double Caboose
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was small in the caboose but you have to expect that Next time I would get a bigger caboose

    The food was great 👍 It was convenient we ate most of meals ther

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Medium Family Caboose
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loved everything!!!!!!

    So different and so much fun!!!!! All staff was awesome we felt like family!!!!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 July 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perfect for the kids. Would definitely recommend for anyone who's an animal lover.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 July 2023

    10
    Filled my sons dreams to the max
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Medium Family Caboose
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing expect the internet could be better

    My son who is 5 loves trains and he got a super big thrill staying on a train car

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 July 2023

    9.0
    Great location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Double Caboose
    • Stayed 1 night

    It's a very tight space, but this is something that is known since it's a caboose.

    The location and it's great for a first-time stay with kids.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Shady Rest Hotel Farmhouse Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing I can’t wait to go back

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2023

    8.0
    Fun and quirky place to stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Couples Caboose
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Accommodation was a little cramped, but you wouldn’t expect anything else if staying in a caboose!

    Quaint and novel accommodation, basic but spotlessly clean. A must for railroad enthusiasts! A bonus to have so many facilities on site, especially Casey Jones’ restaurant with delicious home cooked food. Staff were great. Very convenient for the Strasburg railroad museum and the Railroad museum of Pennsylvania. Also interesting to be in the heart of Amish culture. Recommend Kelly’s kitchen for authentic Amish fayre.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 July 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Double Caboose
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothibg to not like

    This is the 4 th year that my grandson and I have stayed at the Red Caboose he loves it. And it is close to the train , the museum and the choo choo barn. And we even did a horse and buggy ride .

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2023

    10
    Unique stay. Excellent property!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Caboose
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The observation tower is now locked and we were unable to climb it like we did every time we’ve gone. A nice addition to there property would be an ice cream station!

    This was our 5th time staying here and we love it!!! The bed was very comfortable and the bath was clean! They gave us a call when our train car was ready and we were able to check in early. The restaurant is a plus being onsite along with a gift shop and buggy rides! The steam engine goes by the property 2 times every hour! Very close to all the attractions in Lancaster.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2023

    7.0
    Awesome for the kids
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Large Family Caboose
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Air conditioning noisy. Room not horizontal

    Very Original

    Stayed in July 2023

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