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Red Caboose Motel

Lancaster, Pennsylvania

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Tourist attractions nearbyOnly 1.6 km to Choo Choo Barn and 2.8 km to Cherry Crest Adventure Farm

Suitable for your business tripStay productive with business facilities.

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4.7/5

FantasticFrom 101 reviews

5.0/55 Jul 2026

Mike • Family Trip

Cool place we loved it Christen at the check in desk was awesome. We will be back

5.0/53 Jul 2026

Lisa • Family Trip

The room and housekeeping was great. The property and location was spectacular with the Strasburg railroad steam engine running right by the property several times a day. The onsite restaurant was good, but was always out of something on the menu (waffles, potatoes). The room was quite small, but that was to be expected for a renovated caboose. The only real negative was the ice machine which I found to be either out of ice or dirty or both.

5.0/529 Jun 2026

Gina • Family Trip

Our Caboose was SO CUTE! It was clean and comfortable. The grounds of the hotel were stunning. There was a mini farm, small arcade, and the Casey Jones Restaurant was just amazing. The store in the restaurant and office were so fun to browse too! We were so impressed with the level of service offered. The front desk called to ensure our Caboose was the way we expected and to remind us they were available if we had any questions. While we didn’t ask for housekeeping, we did want towels for the second day and we were able to get them immediately! We wished we had gotten the opportunity to visit the Toy Museum, but we thoroughly enjoyed riding on the train, which is literally within walking distance (or a very short drive). I cannot say enough great things about this hotel. We stayed at two locations during our trip to PA and the Red Caboose Hotel was by far the best location! Thank you for a memorable trip!

5.0/527 Jun 2026

Brandon • Family Trip

The Red Caboose Motel is unlike any other lodging experience you’ll ever have. The motel offers an escape from the hustle and bustle of the modern world by creating a nostalgic experience in the middle of Amish Country. The daily steam train excursions through the property are a wonderful addition to the experience and the inside dining at Casey Jones’ means leaving the area isn’t necessary. Thanks for another great stay!

5.0/527 Jun 2026

Cary

This is a fun one or two night stopover for families. Cabooses that sleep 6 are tight but fine for 1-2 nights. Not really a place for multiple night stay in my opinion. Definitely visit the National Toy Train museum next door and make the trip train themed.

5.0/525 Jun 2026

Dora • Family Trip

Excellent exlerience for children

5.0/523 Jun 2026

Philip • Solo Trip

The Red Caboose is great! It has a wonderful charm that is perfect for any railfan! The room was spotlessly clean and everyone was very welcoming. You couldn’t ask for a better place to watch trains go by. The restaurant is good and the train car that it is in is really beautiful. There’s also a petting zoo area on site that has some very sweet (if greedy!) goats and a very affectionate miniature horse. They offer Amish buggy rides departing from the parking lot if you’re interested; although a quick walk down the street in the evening will see you walking along fields with Amish men and women working hard. It’s also very close to both the Strasburg Railroad (which runs right by the property’s fence!) and the Pennsylvania Railroad Museum. Definitely a great place to visit!

5.0/522 Jun 2026

Nikia • Family Trip

Beautiful train car and property. Extremely kid friendly and a wonderful experience for anyone who loves trains! Highly recommend it was our 2nd stay and we will be back :)

5.0/520 Jun 2026

Richard • Couple Trip

Everything was and staff was excellent, especially Christine from the front desk.

5.0/517 Jun 2026

Viktoriia

Everything was great

5.0/512 Jun 2026

Vicki • Family Trip

We took our 3 and 4 year old grandsons and they were so excited. Everyone was so helpful and kind. Extremely clean and a lot of things to do. My 4 year old grandson said he wants to live there!

5.0/512 Jun 2026

James • Couple Trip

When we come to town to see a show at Sight and Sound we always choose the Red Caboose. Very nice time!

5.0/511 Jun 2026

LaVern • Family Trip

My granddaughter, grandson and I loved the fact that our accommodations were in a train caboose. The train car was actually on railroad tracks!! The interior was very clean and well maintained. The grounds were clean. The staff were very friendly. We went on an Amish buggy tour which was very enjoyable. We ate breakfast, lunch and dinner at Casey Jones which is on the grounds. The food was delicious. I loved the half rack of ribs. Their sauce was fantastic!!We parked right in front of our caboose. I plan to return in the near future.

5.0/510 Jun 2026

Amanda • Family Trip

Been coming to this place since I was a kid, it’s definitely not modern but it’s clean and has an awesome aura. The towels though are hard as a rock and pillow cases not comfortable: besides from that always a pleasure

5.0/510 Jun 2026

Paul • Trip with Friends

Beds were very comfortable, room( caboose ) very clean, nice shower. Plenty of parking. Restaurant on property, good food. Near many attractions. Staff very helpful.

5.0/57 Jun 2026

Raylinn • Family Trip

This motel was great! The car is well maintained. It is not huge, but that was expected seeing as it is a train car. The property is beautiful. The motel is between two fields with incredible sunrises and sunsets. The old-fashioned locomotive runs during the day, which is amazing to see for the kids. It does not run at night so it is not waking you up. The property offers buggy rides to purchase. They have little goats, alpacas and a miniature horse that you can feed and are incredibly friendly. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful. They called to make sure I didn’t need anything when I first checked in before the office closed. They are the same staff that run the restaurant. The restaurant is great and the prices are reasonable. I will definitely be staying here again. The next time I am in the area.

5.0/57 Jun 2026

Cynthia

The room we stayed in had separate sleeping rooms, which was great, we had a 16 year old with us. She had privacy that is not available in most hotels that we normally stay in.

5.0/56 Jun 2026

George • Couple Trip

Awesome and unique experience

5.0/54 Jun 2026

Lamar • Family Trip

There is a petting zoo right on the property which is free. You only need to use change to get food out the feeder to feed the animals. You can see and hear the vintage steam engine train everyday about 3x a day pass in front of the hotel. Just a really fun, relaxing, and enjoyable time!

5.0/51 Jun 2026

Michael • Couple Trip

We came up for the night just to make sure everything is set for our wedding here this summer. Everyone is great, but Christine is wonderful. Our family loves this place.

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312 Paradise Lane, Ronks, Pennsylvania, US

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Accommodation Rules

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You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in Procedure

Check-in3:00 PM-9:00 PM

Check-out11:00 AM

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

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Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Contactless check-out is available.

About Red Caboose Motel

Red Caboose Motel Location
When you stay at Red Caboose Motel in Ronks, you'll be in the historical district, a 5-minute drive from Sight and Sound Theatre and 5 minutes from The Amish Village. This motel is 6 mi (9.6 km) from Dutch Wonderland and 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from American Music Theatre Lancaster.

Red Caboose Motel Facility and Service
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and gift shops/newsstands. This motel also features tour/ticket assistance, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.

Red Caboose Motel Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 47 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include portable fans and blackout drapes/curtains, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Restaurant and Cafe
At Red Caboose Motel, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to noon for a fee.

Room Type and Price

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 - Thu, 08 Oct 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children