"The hallway was dirty, and my room needed a lot of maintenance. I found a sock under the curtain. Find another hotel.2021-05-19"
"It took 3 tries to find an acceptable room. The 1st room had worker's materials in the bathtub. The AC didn't work properly in the 2nd room. The 3rd room was OK, but we couldn't log on to the WiFi. Needless to say, I wasn't happy with our hotel experience.2020-08-27"
"Nice hotel, and the front desk clerks were polite. Book a room.2019-11-21"
"The hotel room was large, with a fridge, microwave, and coffee maker. The bed was comfortable, and it was quiet despite being right next to I-90. The area around the sink needed better cleaning. There was a water park and on-site restaurant, so there were modest resort fees and taxes. Access via a service road parallel to I-90 was a bit tricky.2023-10-28"
"The room was clean, comfortable, and attractive. The hotel clerk was well-informed and helpful, and the entire staff was courteous. Good parking.2021-01-24"
"A wonderful hotel with a great pet area.2017-12-03"
"I had to wait for 2 hours because my room wasn't ready. The hotel clerk wasn't apologetic or willing to offer a reason. Usually a good place to stay, but not this time.2021-11-15"
"I had a nice stay. The hotel was clean, and the customer service was great.2020-12-21"
"Easy access to all the attractions. Nice room, though ours smelled like wet dogs and had urine stains on the carpet. The hotel staff was pleasant. No complimentary breakfast or laundry service, so I wouldn't stay here again.2019-08-06"
"The hotel was clean, and the staff was knowledgeable. The pool looked fun. Not impressed with the service at the Perkins restaurant next door.2016-05-09"
"Clean hotel with friendly personnel. Good place to stay.2020-08-13"
"Excellent rates. The room was more than adequate, and breakfast exceeded my expectations. The staff was friendly. An outstanding experience. You should stay here.2016-09-30"
"The 1st room had what looked like dried blood on the blanket. We were moved to another room, and there was hair in the bathtub and on the walls. The toilet was dirty. The hotel clerk sent a housekeeper to clean the bathroom, and she made us wait outside the room.2022-04-24"
"The hotel room was clean. Smooth check-in and checkout. Book it.2021-07-23"
"The hotel looked and smelled old. The room was dark, dreary, and not worth the price. The front desk clerks were accommodating. Don't stay here.2018-09-28"
"The hotel clerk was rude and seemed put out by our arrival. We got there at 5:30 PM and had to wait 30 minutes before our room was ready.2021-11-10"
"The hotel was great, and the staff was friendly and professional. Stay here; it's a nice place.2019-07-14"
"The hotel was close to a shopping center, restaurants, and fast-food chains. Storybook Island wasn't far away. The room was clean, and the continental breakfast was excellent.2019-07-05"
"Good rates. I loved the hotel room. It was spacious and clean, with a living room and full kitchen. The beds were comfortable. The staff was friendly, and a continental breakfast was provided. Book it.2021-08-26"
"The 1st room had an awful smell, so the hotel clerk moved us to a room that was quite nice.2020-06-09"
"Many things in the room were broken or falling apart. We informed the front desk, but nothing was done. The hotel lobby always smelled like burnt toast. Not worth the price.2015-07-31"
"I can't say enough good things about this hotel. Everything was wonderful, and it was well worth the price. The room was spacious, the bed was super comfortable, and the bathroom was clean. Good breakfast and pleasant attendant. Stay here.2019-10-06"
"We had a pleasant hotel stay overall, but we did find a dirty sock under one of the beds, and our room wasn't serviced during our 2-day stay. We had to go to the front desk for clean towels, and the used ones weren't picked up.2017-10-16"
"A pleasant experience all in all. The hotel room was large, and the beds were comfortable. Loved the blackout drapes. But we found a dirty sock under a bed, and our room wasn't serviced the 2nd day. We had to ask for clean towels, and the used ones weren't removed. Other than that, we enjoyed our stay.2017-10-11"
"Reasonably priced. Great hotel room; it was clean and updated. The staff was friendly and helpful. Ample parking for trailers. I'd stay here again.2015-08-17"
"The hotel room was quiet and accommodated 3 of us comfortably.2020-07-15"
"The price was right, and the hotel was comfortable. Good-sized pool and whirlpool, and the workout room was convenient since it had a view of the pool area. Great experience.2016-12-21"
"Great rates. The hotel room was clean and nicely appointed, and the employees were helpful. Loved the pool and whirlpool area, and the shuttle service was a bonus. Breakfast was fast and hot, and the wait staff was friendly. Good experience.2016-05-01"
"The hotel room was great, but the heater didn't come on the 2nd day. As soon as we told the front desk clerk, someone was sent to fix the problem.2022-01-10"
"Perfect location. This hotel was the best of the best.2018-11-12"
"The hotel was built in an atrium structure; the restaurant was on the 1st floor, and food smells filled the building in the morning. Other than that, everything was OK. The staff was friendly. Full set of amenities.2015-09-13"
"The hotel room was nice, clean, and comfortable. Stay here.2023-07-18"
"Our hotel room was right next to the kitchen, and it was quite noisy starting at 5 AM. We were tired and hadn't planned to wake up so early.2018-07-30"
"The hotel was clean, and the staff was courteous and informative. Great stay.2017-02-05"
"Comfortable hotel room with a fridge, microwave, and coffee pot. The front desk clerks were friendly and helpful, and the airport shuttle was on time. The adjacent restaurant was just OK.2016-10-12"
Upscale, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
Near Rushmore Mall
4 floors, 102 studio to 2-bedroom suites
Indoor swimming pool - 24-hour exercise room
Kitchen in every suite
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking - truck parking
Pet friendly hotel
More > - allows pets up to 80 pounds, 2 pets per room - $150 pet fee if staying 7 nights or more - $75 pet fee if staying fewer than 7 nights. - May 2018 < Less
"Nice hotel with great historical decor in the lobby. Good location for walking to restaurants and a store. The staff was polite and helpful.2022-07-17"
"A nostalgic hotel. We enjoyed being in a walkable area.2016-11-08"
"Nice hotel, but room needed better soundproofing. I heard a lot of street noise, music from bars, and other guests. The rooftop bar was amazing, but drinks were expensive.2015-02-10"
"Not a good value. This motel was a dive and needed updating. Stay somewhere else.2021-07-10"
"The motel was old, and the room smelled musty. Didn't look like online photos. There was dog hair on the carpet, and the AC didn't work properly. No towels in the room, though the front desk clerk said he saw the housekeeping put them there. The hair dryer didn't work, and no toiletries were provided. I was really disappointed.2021-06-16"
"The motel clerk refused my request for an early check-in despite my being there for a medical procedure. Don't stay here.2021-05-17"
On the eastern slope of the Black Hills of South Dakota sits Rapid City, a town that’s perfect for accessing everything from scenic trails to Mount Rushmore. Known as the City of the Presidents and the Gateway to the Black Hills, Rapid City offers plenty of Rapid City hotels and attractions, so you’ll never have a problem finding a place to stay and things to do.
Things to Do in the Black Hills
Rapid City attractions are ideal for a wide range of travelers, from couples and families to solo adventurers. The Old West city of Deadwood and 1800s gold mines are just some of the historic sites that draw visitors. For animal lovers, the Reptile Gardens features a snake show, giant tortoises and alligators. And Bear Country USA is a drive-through safari attraction that lets visitors get up close and personal with giant native grizzly bears. At the end of the day, you’ll also find an array of restaurants and even movie theaters in Rapid City proper.
Get Outside
For anyone lodging in Rapid City, the attractions nearby include:
The unfinished but fascinating Crazy Horse Memorial
Custer State Park
Wind Cave National Park
Take in the area’s natural beauty, and you might even be lucky enough to glimpse roaming bison, prairie dogs, river otter or feral burros. Of course, the most famous attraction in the area, Mount Rushmore, is only a short drive away.
Convenient and Pet Friendly
The Black Hills may seem rough and wild, but Rapid City hotels offer every modern comfort and convenience. If you’re planning on bringing a pet with you on your adventures, La Quinta Inn & Suites Rapid City, Econo Lodge and Super 8 Hotel Lacrosse Street all offer accommodations for your furry friends. Want to be where all the action is? The Holiday Inn Rushmore Plaza sits right downtown in a walkable area, so you’ll have easy access to transportation, restaurants and shopping. Plus, there’s an indoor heated pool and a free shuttle to the Rapid City Airport. There are plenty of hotels around Rapid City, too—including in neighboring Spearfish, SD. and Pierre, SD. Browse your options on HotelGuides.com and enjoy our lowest price guarantee.
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