Best Western El Rancho Inn and Suites
1100 El Camino Real, Millbrae, California 94030, United States
Why We Like It
The Spanish-influenced architecture, outdoor pool, and great park and fly deals at nearby SFO make this a Millbrae hidden gem. The onsite pool, restaurant, and bar make this mid-range property feel like a vacation.
Fodor's Expert Review
Paying homage to California's natural abundance, redwoods, bougainvilleas, and palms decorate the public spaces. Smallish rooms open out to the sun, luring travelers to jump in the pool or sidle up to the hotel bar. Park and ride deals for SFO, and a free airport shuttle, make this a popular choice for local travelers.
Tip Splurge on the Sleep and Fly package which includes 10 days of free airport parking at the hotel.
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Room
Retro paintings of California postcards enliven otherwise smallish quarters. Sunset hues and wing-back chairs hint at the interior designer's deco inspiration. A work desk and free Wi-Fi allow travelers to stay up to date.
Bathroom
Tight bathrooms provide marble sinks and tiled baths with showers.
Lobby
The small lobby, staffed by a friendly crew, offers a house computer to print boarding passes, complimentary coffee, and a landscaped outdoor sitting area.
Pool
An outdoor tiled pool and hot tub cater to families, and those wanting to get some laps in before a long flight. Sunbeds line the terrace.
You Should Know Drinkers in the Veranda Bar can watch swimmers dive into the pool through large windows fronting the pool.
Gym
A small gym offers cardio equipment and free weights.
Dining
The on-site Terrace Cafe serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Expect American fare like burgers or salads in the large dining room popular with wedding parties in summer. A small Continental breakfast of muffins, coffee, and fruit is provided for all guests.
Drinking
The Veranda Bar's subterranean lounge features a wall of windows that peek into the depths of the outdoor swimming pool.
What's Nearby
Getting Around
Travelers with cars favor this property for the park and ride deals. Car-less folks can use the airport shuttle to get to and from the BART station. The Caltrain station serves San Francisco and the South Bay. Time crunched? Hire a Lyft to give you a ride to nearby Burlingame.
Restaurants
San Francisco old timers and youthful hipsters flock to the Millbrae Pancake House (4-minute walk) for their morning meals. In Burlingame, line up for gourmet pies and market fresh salads at Pizzeria Delphina (10-minute drive).
Bars
Millbrae's Cloudz Hookah Lounge (4-minute walk) features a sleek decor and a mellow vibe to enjoy the hookah pipes and live music on weekends. Over in Burlingame, those craving DJs, dancing and well drink specials should head to Vinyl Room (11-minute drive).
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