Rapid City Hotels with Bars

We use Marriott hotels whenever possible while traveling. The Fairfield Inn & Suites in Rapid City is a great place to stop for the night. We had a room with a king bed and two TV’s, a sofa sleeper and desk area. The room had a microwave, small refrigerator and coffee maker. The bathroom was large and sparkling clean. We always appreciate the rubber bathmats when provided. The pillows in all the Marriott hotels we have stayed in recently desperately need to be replaced. A good breakfast with hot and cold items is provided from 6:30-9 am each morning. Check-in was quick and easy and the people at the desk were very friendly and helpful. There is a large seating area in front of the hotel with a fire pit. The parking lot is large and handicapped spots are right up front. There are lots of restaurants and fast-food places nearby. The water was too soft, and we felt slimy after showering or washing our hands like we couldn’t get the soap off. We did have one major problem. We were on the third floor and the wind that night was howling around the building and as it turned out, we discovered that the window in our room was broken and wouldn’t close properly, so the noise was intensified, and we didn’t get much sleep if any that night. After driving all day and seeing lots of different sites, we had hoped for a good night’s sleep. Ask for a lower floor room.

Daily Mandatory Charge includes: Destination Marketing Fee, paid to Destination Rapid City.Hotel Alex Johnson Rapid City, Curio Collection by Hilton combines an ideal location and a historic setting for a unique guest experience. The hotel has played host over the years to presidents and celebrities. Built in 1927, this quaint hotel combines the ambiance of the late 1920s with Native American art. When you enter the lobby and browse through the hotel, you’ll notice the ‘four sacred directions’ symbols, a tribute to the area’s Native American culture and beliefs. Also evident are a chandelier made to reflect a teepee, and hand-painted Sioux designs.Within walking distance are downtown Rapid City and Main Street Square with shops, restaurants, museums, and family activities. The historic Elks Theatre is next door. Mount Rushmore is a 25-minute drive away.Once you’ve spent time in the lobby learning about the history of the hotel, continue to your guest room to find historic charm combined with modern amenities. Rooms offer complimentary WiFi, 42-inch flat-screen TVs and coffee makers. Upgrade to a suite for more space, a microwave and fridge. All rooms include members-only access to Vertex Sky Bar.In the lobby, feed your sweet tooth with a truffle from Chubby Chipmunk Chocolates, and your coffee craving at Starbucks. Enjoy some pub food at Paddy O’Neill’s. Go to the top floor for a spectacular view of Rapid City, signature bar selections and a fine dining menu at Vertex Sky Bar. Host a business or social event for up to 200 attendees in our elegant setting.

TL:DR: Don't bother with the ”Presidential” level. BW & I stayed here for two nights while touring around the Black Hills. While pleasant enough, we would not return. To be clear, this review is of the ”Presidential” (”upscale” extra-charge) area of the hotel. I booked this, thinking it would be something special for part of a second (54th?) honeymoon. In some ways, it was perfectly acceptable. Quiet, top-floor room accessible only by key card. Mural graphics of local attractions as wallpaper. Designer chair and ottoman. A really good bed. So, not terrible. But it fell WAY short of extraordinary accommodation for extraordinary price. For example, despite being an ”exclusive” area of the hotel, there was no routinely-expected ”Presidential” lounge available to the guests who pony up. Towels were exchanged in the bath, but the bed was intentionally not made. This so-called limited service was stressed, along with the repeated ”Breakfast is for PURCHASE!” admonishment at check-in. In the bath, the provided shampoo, conditioner, and body wash were in cheap dispensers, hard to use, and the body wash simply refused to come out. The freezer in the in-room refrigerator was so encrusted with ice that we couldn't get an ice cream bar into it. The in-room coffee maker dispensed the cheapest ”something” that was mostly undrinkable. Power outlets were inadequate to charging today's routinely carried electronics. The ”desk” (a long, narrow bar along one wall) was plainly designed for form over function. Only two dresser drawers; we had to keep most of our clothes in our luggage. And only two small (think old European hotel) elevators to serve nine floors of a tour bus hotel. Imagine the crush in the morning when everyone is trying to get downstairs to the bus. Net, not terrible. But not worth a return trip unless you are on an inexpensive cattle car tour of the Black HIlls in one of the cheaper lower floor rooms.

Featuring an indoor pool with a waterslide, a hot tub and a restaurant on-site, this hotel is 44 km from Mount Rushmore National Memorial. There is also a casino and meeting and banquet facilities. Free WiFi, a flat-screen cable TV with premium channels and a coffee machine are included in every room at Grand Gateway Hotel. Each air-conditioned room also includes a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Guests can work out in the on-site fitness centre or take advantage of the fax and photocopying services in the business centre at Grand Gateway Hotel Rapid City. The reception desk is available 24-hours a day. Guests can enjoy a drink at Cheers Lounge and Casino, as well play a game of billiards, table tennis and air hockey at Grand Gateway Hotel. Conveniently located off Interstate 90, this hotel is 15 minutes’ drive from Ellsworth Air Force Base. Central Rapid City is 6 km away. Cats are not allowed. Only dogs 30lbs or less

Four stars for the room and the hotel in general. We had the King plus Sofa Sleeper room. It was huge - separated into two rooms, with one set up as a living room. The bed was soft and firm at the same time with a selection of pillows. Keurig station with coffee and tea. Mini fridge and a microwave. I wish we had more time here so that we could really take advantage of the space. Unfortunately, I chose this hotel based on the availability of the airport shuttle. Delta changed from morning to nighttime arrivals so we left a day early and added a night at this hotel so we could get a shuttle ride upon arrival and back the next day to pick up our rental car. Holiday Inn fell short as far as providing shuttle service, but the biggest problem was the conflicting information I got. I generously did not let this affect my four star rating for the hotel, despite the stress this caused me. The airlines changed the flight schedule to a later arrival - 10:50 pm. Seeing that the shuttle hours are posted as ending at 11pm, I contacted the hotel to ask if they were accommodating this new flight time. This was to be the new “normal” arrival time for this Delta flight. I called several times; I got a different answer each time. I emailed; I was told that they had several guests on that flight and could pick us up, no problem. The day of the flight we were notified of another change…arriving an hour later. I called to ask if could still get a ride at that time and was told, “Just call when you arrive.” I emailed about the updated arrival time and received the reply, “Noted.” I called upon arrival and the front desk person said we cannot be picked up as the shuttle stops at 11pm. Now it is late, I’m with a tired kid, there are no taxis or car hire services, and the hotel cannot provide transportation. Fortunately Rapid Shuttle stays open in the airport until the last flight has arrived and people have been serviced. So I shelled out the money to pay for a shuttle. While I was thrilled to have a ride, I would’ve just stayed at a cheaper hotel without shuttle service if I had know how this was going to play out. So no matter what they tell you, you will not get a ride after 11pm, even if your flight or your baggage is late. We set up a shuttle return the following morning to rent a car from the airport and had some hiccups on that end as well. The shuttle departs once an hour on the half hour (7:30, 8:30, etc). Although we were “scheduled” for 10:30, the shuttle didn’t come until 10:45. Not a big deal since we weren’t catching a flight, but you should be aware this is not a strict schedule.

I would love to give this hotel a high rating as it was clean, comfortable and located nearby to our sightseeing destination. However, we booked the room through an online site and the price was very affordable. As we were checking in, the desk agent asked if we would like to extend our stay for a second night. Knowing that we were planning to stay for another day, we said yes. I asked if the room would be the same (meaning price). The desk agent replied with “it will be the same room as you booked for tonight”. I should have asked more questions. The second night price was more than double the first night. I take full responsibility for not asking the right questions or I would give them only a one star rating for deceitful business practice. Book with caution!

The Days Inn West in Rapid City is centrally located in the Black Hills Region of South Dakota. Hundreds of tourist attractions including Mt. Rushmore Crazy Horse Devils Tower Historic LeadDeadwood World famous Sturgis Bike Rally are located within a short drive from the Days Inn. Our newly renovated motel will suite your every need. Many restaurants nearby lots of safe lighted parking 25 inch TVs with over 60 channels to keep you entertained. Across the road are several parks and nearby shopping areas. For the Friendliest staff and most comfortable rooms you have found the right spot.

The Best Western Ramkota Hotel in Rapid City, South Dakota is conveniently located off I-90, just minutes from Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse Memorial, Badlands National Park, Custer State Park, Reptile Gardens, Rushmore Mall, and Bear Country U.S.A.We offer a conference center 36,000 square feet of flexible meeting space.Not only is this one of the largest indoor waterparks in the Black Hills, we are the only Rapid City hotel to include six waterpark passes per guest room. Make a big splash on one of our 165 foot waterslides or sail the high seas on our pirate ship..... watch out for water cannons!Visit downtown and experience local art galleries, fashionable boutiques, and dont miss the City of Presidents statues while strolling through Main Street Square. This Rapid City hotel is also perfect for those visiting family and friends at Ellsworth Air Force Base and the SD National Guard at Camp Rapid.For your convenience, wireless HSIA is available in public areas throughout the hotel. Other amenities offered include Minervas Restaurant, Oak Leaf Lounge Casino offering video lottery, an exercise facility, business center and courtesy airport shuttle.Located just 20 minutes from Sturgis, home of the annual Sturgis® Motorcycle Rally, book your stay early for this amazing event.This pet friendly hotel is perfect for both business and leisure travelers with clean welcoming rooms which include Wi-Fi, cable satellite television, room service, and Sealy® Perfect Sleeper mattresses to help you rest and relax while on the road. Make your next Rapid City vacation unforgettable with a stay at the Best Western Ramkota Hotel.

I chose this hotel on the way to the US President Mountain. The sanitary conditions are better. There are also more choices for breakfast food. The service staff is warm and Wi-Fi is average.

As far as American Box Hotels are concerned (I'm not a big fan of their lack of character), this is as good as they get. The rooms are large, the beds are comfortable, and the overall quality of the stay is 1st rate. Price was in line with what the rest of the market was doing.