Name: Rancho California Inn Temecula
Address: 41873 Moreno Road, Temecula, California, United States of America, Temecula, California, US
Price range: US$63–US$245 per night
Rating: 8.08

What guests think

Rancho California Inn Temecula is a budget-friendly, older motel praised for cleanliness and a very convenient, walkable location near Old Town, wineries, and Pechanga, offering quiet nights and basics suited to short, value-focused stays.

Rooms are simple and sometimes dated, but many find them comfortable with useful touches like a fridge and microwave. Staff are frequently described as friendly and accommodating, though there are reports of check-in delays, key-card problems, and concerning ID handling with personal phones. While overall cleanliness is noted, recurring comments cite strong cleaner or air-freshener smells, musty or smoke odors, and occasional pests or maintenance issues. Expect limited amenities and a small pool, making this a practical base rather than a full-service stay.

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Facilities

Facilities are basic, with a very small pool and on-site parking; the property is older and there is no elevator. A few mention clutter or minor upkeep issues, though the pool is sometimes described as clean.

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8

Tim

2 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Easy access to room from parking lot. No walkin-in shower or handicapped-accessible bathroom. The $100 deposit was a bit much.

10

John

25 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable stay. Area is quiet and dining options are close by. Old Temecula is a short walkaway. Hotel has a pool that looked to be well kept and functional although I did not use it. Staff polite and helpful.

10

Judith

10 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy and accommodating. Checked in late no problem just called ahead of time. Convenient location main road to wineries and only 5 min drive from casino makes me give it a 5 star. We walked over to old town nice safe 10 min walk. Tiny pool but wasnt there for the luxury.

8

Stephanie

29 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The property was nice, clean and quiet. I felt safe in my room. But there should be some kind of elevator instead of just stairs to get heavy luggage upstairs. Also, there should be some sort of plates and flatware included with the paper cups and napkins even if they are paper. It is little good using a microwave if you have nothing to put your food in.

8

Julie

12 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Pool not inviting Property cluttered

10

steven

9 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I really love the Rancho California Inn is one of the cleanest properties I’ve been in for an inn the people are so nice. They’re so welcoming. The rooms are very clean. Beds are most comfortable bathrooms are clean very roomy cable TV a refrigerator. There’s a microwave unbelievable to secure your car. They even have night lights outside to make sure the parking lot is very well lit. The staff is absolutely incredible. You need something they are there at your door giving you something extra. If you need service they are there giving you something extra. Everything is close to shops old town Temecula even late night snacking there’s just every amenity close to freeways close to the winery I absolutely love this place. It’s so well priced you can’t go wrong My name is Steven and I hope that your visit to Rancho California inn will be as good as mine was

8

Patricia

23 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This is our second stay at Rancho California Inn. Everything was very good except two things. Maybe it was my own skin sensitivity or the detergent they use, but the sheets caused me to itch. Sheets smelled good and were clean, so maybe it was me but next time I will bring my own. Another thing is that both rooms we stayed in had small roaches. We mentioned it to the manager and he said they spray all the time, so maybe this was in between sprays. Other than that, we enjoyed the pool and friendliness of other guests and management. Restaurants are close by and the inn is walking distance to Old Town and 15 minutes from Pechanga.

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Israel

2 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We arrived at just past posted check in time and no one was available to check us in. It took about an hour until someone was able to check us in. It appeared the room was fine but the next morning we discovered the shower was broken and would not work at all.

8

Omar Anton

23 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This motel is located within an easy 5 min walk of Old Town Temecula, with multiple dining and shopping options. While the furniture is dated and some items in need of repair (such as the shower rod and curtain), the rooms are clean and the staff if very helpful. Good budget option for the area.

8

Edward

30 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good place to stay, bed firm, a/c worked well, parking out front, 2nd floor and no elevator but good steps. Pool is small but looked clean. The management was friendly, we will come back. Thank you.

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Cleanliness

Many guests find rooms very clean, but feedback is inconsistent. Recurring concerns include strong cleaner or air-freshener smells, musty or smoke odors, stained linens, occasional pests, and housekeeping lapses.

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Nick

30 May 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The bed coverings were badly stained and the bathroom floors were sticky. If I had not met up with friends and had been drinking, I would have driven 2 hours home.

10

Josh

2 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The owners/staff very helpful, and kind. Rooms were very clean and comfortable. Mini fridge worked great! Heat/AC perfect. Thank you! I highly recommend

8

Armand

20 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean and I enjoyed my stay, my only problem was that they used way too much air freshener in the room. I tried airing it out for several hours, but the smell was still strong.

8

Patricia

23 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This is our second stay at Rancho California Inn. Everything was very good except two things. Maybe it was my own skin sensitivity or the detergent they use, but the sheets caused me to itch. Sheets smelled good and were clean, so maybe it was me but next time I will bring my own. Another thing is that both rooms we stayed in had small roaches. We mentioned it to the manager and he said they spray all the time, so maybe this was in between sprays. Other than that, we enjoyed the pool and friendliness of other guests and management. Restaurants are close by and the inn is walking distance to Old Town and 15 minutes from Pechanga.

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Tucker

19 Jun 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location on the outskirts of Old Town Temecula. The property is in desperate need of a make-over. Nothing radical, but the room was musty and smelled of stale smoke. Blackout curtains didn't keep out the bright light just outside the window, making sleeping difficult. Doubt we would go back as there are other options nearby as well.

6

Walt

28 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Not enough towels in the room. Shouldn't have to ask. Ironing board cover was dirty. Shower curtain smelled to mildew.

4

Sayyed

29 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

saw a bed bug

4

Andrew

28 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room smelled strongly of cleaner. So strong that I had to move rooms.

10

Amber

20 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean, nice people working there, had all the basics one would need for a weekend stay.

6

Chris

23 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The bed was very uncomfortable. The room was dark and dreary. We did not get our room cleaned (we stayed two nights) and only got "I"m sorry" when we complained. I would not recommend it at all.

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Rooms

Rooms are simple and dated in places, with basic amenities and generally quiet stays; some are spacious, others small. Comfort varies, with multiple reports of firm or uneven mattresses and some noise from thin walls, and a few note spotty Wi‑Fi.

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Christine

31 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Stay was great! Large rooms and very clean!

8

Kendall

17 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

One-night stay only - the rooms were clean but small and spartan.

6

Chester D.

8 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff not very cooperative. I booked a room with a king bed & the check in clerk insisted I asked for two queen size beds. The sheets looked wrinkled (used) And the room had a strong smell of disinfectant. The vanity bowl was full of cracks and needed cleaning behind the faucets. One of the beds was concave and the pillows extremely hard. The room back up to a noisy street. Needless to say we did not have an enjoyable experience.

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Steven

10 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Quiet location. Room was clean. Everything worked. Room had a musty smell, not particularly offensive. Pillows were a little on the flat side, but stacking two together would be too thick. Otherwise a comfortable stay.

8

Charles

28 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean. Friendly attendant..But bed was very uncomfortable.Matress felt springy..Got little sleep because of mattress..Expected a more comfortable matrres for the price of the room

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Stephanie

20 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

No real issues. Upon arrival, the room smelled like Marijuana. I called the front desk and they checked on the people below us. The smell either disapated or we got use to it. Better than the smell of Cigarettes anyways. The only non-issue I had was the bed. The matress was way too firm for me, but some people like that. Overall, I loved how the hotel was tucked away in a quite space. I didn't hear any interstate noise. In fact the only thing we heard were the neighbors having short-lived sex at 1 am ha. The location was right off the interstate and a short walking distance from downtown Temecula.

8

Keith

30 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Property is ordinary and nothing special but was clean and filled my needs...walls are thin and could hear the conversation in next room but other than that it's fine...short walk to downtown Temecula and lots of action there..:)

8

Rick

23 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean and everything worked fine. The only complaint I have is the bed felt off because the springs were uneven.

10

Ralph

7 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Close to great breakfast restaurant and (old town) shopping just blocks away. WiFi was not very good but maybe we shouldn't be on our phones and spend more time with our love ones. :)

8

Omar Anton

23 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This motel is located within an easy 5 min walk of Old Town Temecula, with multiple dining and shopping options. While the furniture is dated and some items in need of repair (such as the shower rod and curtain), the rooms are clean and the staff if very helpful. Good budget option for the area.

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Service

Service is often friendly and accommodating with quick check-in, but experiences vary. Reported issues include key-card failures, being given the wrong room key, check-in delays, and ID handling on personal phones.

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10

Saiful

22 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent service

10

Josh

2 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The owners/staff very helpful, and kind. Rooms were very clean and comfortable. Mini fridge worked great! Heat/AC perfect. Thank you! I highly recommend

10

Crystal

10 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was very friendly and helpful.

4

Israel

2 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We arrived at just past posted check in time and no one was available to check us in. It took about an hour until someone was able to check us in. It appeared the room was fine but the next morning we discovered the shower was broken and would not work at all.

10

Gary

9 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Service was fast checking in.Rooms very clean and comfortable.Price was excellent.

4

Wendy

10 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff is non professional! She gave me the room keys and I was running around three times by carrying a lot of things back and forth since the key was not working.

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Tim

8 May 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was fantastic. The room was clean and served it’s purpose. I was comfortable from the time I arrived. Thank you, Ranch California!

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Regis

29 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Gave us the key to another party’s room

10

Michael

28 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff is very friendly. Very helpful getting me a room down stairs & a place to eat.

4

Vicki

28 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The property itself was clean, beds were comfortable. My HUGE concern is that they use their iPhone and take a photo of your drivers license and credit card. I told her to delete the photo and she either didn’t understand English or refused to delete it. They say it is to verify that you have checked in. The non-English-speaking mother called the son back to the hotel and he deleted the photo.( and the deleted photos) That part was corrected but the OMG moment of seeing many, many other pictures of drivers license and credit cards on her phone was very troubling and extremely illegal.

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Location

Highly convenient within walking distance of Old Town Temecula, with easy access to wineries, Pechanga, and the freeway. Many describe it as quiet; a few note concerns about the surrounding area at night.

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Robin

15 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good location to wineries. Clean room. Bed was comfortable. Outdated interior.

10

John

25 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable stay. Area is quiet and dining options are close by. Old Temecula is a short walkaway. Hotel has a pool that looked to be well kept and functional although I did not use it. Staff polite and helpful.

10

Judith

10 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy and accommodating. Checked in late no problem just called ahead of time. Convenient location main road to wineries and only 5 min drive from casino makes me give it a 5 star. We walked over to old town nice safe 10 min walk. Tiny pool but wasnt there for the luxury.

10

Mely

14 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Super convenient for Winery visit. Clean and safe.

8

Stephanie

20 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

No real issues. Upon arrival, the room smelled like Marijuana. I called the front desk and they checked on the people below us. The smell either disapated or we got use to it. Better than the smell of Cigarettes anyways. The only non-issue I had was the bed. The matress was way too firm for me, but some people like that. Overall, I loved how the hotel was tucked away in a quite space. I didn't hear any interstate noise. In fact the only thing we heard were the neighbors having short-lived sex at 1 am ha. The location was right off the interstate and a short walking distance from downtown Temecula.

10

Vincent B

20 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed here before. Very clean. Location is near the freeway. Walking distance to Old Town Temecula

10

Rogelio

4 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very close to downtown and located near many dining options

8

Dino

13 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This place is nice with a good location, small two-story building. Walking distance from Old Town and to go food joints. Give a try to that Giant pizza place around the corner. Also Alberto's tacos across the street. Walk down Old Town and one morning visit the close by Temecula valley museum. That's all folks have a good trip!

10

Jason

15 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Surprisingly affordable. A quick and easy walk to Old Town. The rooms are clean and comfortable.

8

Omar Anton

23 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This motel is located within an easy 5 min walk of Old Town Temecula, with multiple dining and shopping options. While the furniture is dated and some items in need of repair (such as the shower rod and curtain), the rooms are clean and the staff if very helpful. Good budget option for the area.

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Dining

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morton

31 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Could have provided breakfast.

10

John

25 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable stay. Area is quiet and dining options are close by. Old Temecula is a short walkaway. Hotel has a pool that looked to be well kept and functional although I did not use it. Staff polite and helpful.

10

Ralph

7 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Close to great breakfast restaurant and (old town) shopping just blocks away. WiFi was not very good but maybe we shouldn't be on our phones and spend more time with our love ones. :)

8

Brenda

4 Jan 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The property is in a good state, it is clean and the owners were friendly and helpful, it is close to a few restaurants that sell breakfast which is convenient.

10

Michael

28 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff is very friendly. Very helpful getting me a room down stairs & a place to eat.

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Month	Average price
January	US$85
February	US$92
March	US$86
April	US$90
May	US$108
June	US$100
July	US$98
August	US$92
September	US$85
October	US$91
November	US$86
December	US$82

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16 $63	17 $63	18 $131	19 $245
20 $73	21 $74	22 $72	23 $69	24 $75	25 $141	26 $227
27 $75	28 $71	29 $75	30 $75

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $75	2 $132	3 $179
4 $75	5 $75	6 $73	7 $75	8 $75	9 $132	10 $179
11 $75	12 $75	13 $74	14 $74	15 $75	16 $132	17 $179
18 $75	19 $72	20 $75	21 $72	22 $72	23 $132	24 $180
25 $75	26 $77	27 $75	28 $75	29 $77	30 $135	31 $179

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