This place is GREAT! Staying in a caboose is so wonderfully unique. They offer several types of accommodations too, from couple suites to family size rooms with bunk beds for the kids. And the Strasburg steam train runs right in front. Eat in the railroad diner car and be sure to visit the railroad attractions in the area. Great for... More

My husband and I stayed here in July, 2010. I didn't tell my husband what hotel I had booked and the look on his face as we drove in was priceless! :-) We stayed for two nights and we loved sleeping in a caboose. We had a twin--the beds were small. Not super comfortable, but not uncomfortable either. I wouldn't... More

This is our second time at the Red Caboose. We arrive late after the front desk was closed. However, the key was ready for us and the caboose was spotless. The petting zoo was great for my two kids. We were close to many attractions. I very nice young lady helped us with directions and suggestions about nearby attractions. My... More

We spent one night as part of our train weekend to visit the railroad, toy train museum and anything else my six year old could find related to trains. Upon arrival we were quickly checked inn and got into our caboose. The caboose was reasonably clean and cozy. Pros: Close to strasburg railroad, unique, memorable experience for kids, on site... More

It's been 10 years since our last visit to the red caboose motel. We were pleased to see that Larry DeMarco is doing a good job of modernizing the motel and improving it all around. Remember, your sleeping in a rail car. The beds are comfortable, clean and cozy. The atmosphere is wonderful if your into or even just interested... More

We stayed at the Red Caboose on Thanksgiving weekend and we were thrilled. My six year old son loved waking up to the sounds of the trains every morning. The food on the rail car was great, big portions for good price. The staff who checked us in and helped me in the gift shop were friendly and very helpful.... More

The concept of sleeping in the train was really cool and this is what attracted us to this hotel. But upon arrival there was a very strong musty smell from our room along with the feeling of dirty. We had to use the bathroom sink counter to make our sandwiches since there was not a table to put anything on.The... More

I've stayed at the Red Caboose Motel now twice, and have often recommended it to my friends. The converted cabooses are private, and while small and by no means fancy, are a fun, inexpensive, quirky alternative to the box motels you see along Route 30 in Lancaster. C'mon! A caboose to yourselves for $60 or $70. The setting is rural... More

I have two young boys who love all-things trains. We've stayed at the Red Caboose twice. It's a challenge to put together a useful, honest and fair review - and here's where I came out. I would rate it a FIVE (5) IF you or your family love trains. Staying in a caboose is really cool. The caboose yard is... More