We were forced to Evacuate in Gallup, New Mexico! Historical El Rancho Hotel Tour #travel
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Everybody's very excited to stay in El Rancho, the most historic uh hotel/ motel we have ever stayed in our lives.
This whole hotel, we have never stayed in a hotel that's a historic site and with all this history behind it and that's why we are staying in.
I am so glad that we made the move. And we took a chance and we asked the Funda staff to help us and bring us back into this building because this decoration is way more local and way more warm than the one that we were getting in the annex.
This was delicious.
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Join us as we tour Gallup’s iconic El Rancho Hotel, a 1937 landmark built by R.E. “Griff” Griffith, brother of the legendary film director D.W. Griffith. Nestled along historic Route 66, the El Rancho quickly became a beloved Hollywood hideaway, hosting some of the biggest stars of the Golden Age of cinema. Beneath its glowing neon motto “Charm of Yesterday, Convenience of Tomorrow,” this hotel promises Old West charm with modern comfort. Highlights from our visit: • Founded by Hollywood royalty: Opened in 1937 by R.E. Griffith. • Route 66 icon: A classic stop on the Mother Road for travelers and movie stars alike. • Famous guests: John Wayne, Katharine Hepburn, Ronald Reagan, Humphrey Bogart, and many more stayed here during the 1940s–50s. • Rustic architecture: Features a grand stone fireplace, twin split-log staircases, and authentic Southwestern style. During the heyday of Route 66 travel, the El Rancho Hotel stood as a must-visit destination, offering luxury and frontier spirit to weary travelers and Hollywood crews. The staff’s hospitality, originally inspired by the famous Fred Harvey Company, helped make El Rancho one of New Mexico’s premier historic stops. The hotel’s architecture blends ranch and Southern plantation influences, with brick and ashlar stonework, wide verandas, and a dramatic central balcony that captures the spirit of the Southwest. Inside, the heavy log staircases and massive fireplace transport visitors straight back to the glamour of the 1930s and 1940s. While the El Rancho is best known for its star-studded past, it also carries a reputation for being haunted — but whether you believe in ghosts or not, there’s no denying the timeless magic of this historic gem. Thanks for joining us on this journey through one of New Mexico’s most fascinating landmarks! If you enjoyed this glimpse into Hollywood history and Route 66 lore, make sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more travel and history adventures. #ElRanchoHotel #Route66 #HistoricHotels #Travel #HollywoodHistory #NewMexico #History #RoadTripUSA Subscribe to @KhizEesa and follow us around the world