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Sonesta Essential Rapid City

2.5 star property
Hotel with conference center, near Rushmore Mall

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Lobby sitting area
Flat-screen TV
In-room business centre
Room, 1 Queen Bed
Terrace/patio
Sonesta Essential Rapid City puts you just a 5-minute drive from Watiki Water Park. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 6:00 AM and 9:30 AM. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Gym
  • Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fitness center
  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Computer station
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is CA $74
CA $83 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 20 - Mar 21

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Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
Select Comfort bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds

Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
Select Comfort bed
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pet Friendly)

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Property grounds

Foothills Inn

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Airport transfer
  • Pet-friendly
8.0 out of 10, Very good, 1,001 reviews
The price is CA $56
CA $78 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Foothills Inn
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About the area

Map
1902 N Lacrosse St, Rapid City, SD, 57701

What's nearby

  • Rushmore Mall - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Watiki Water Park - 4 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Central States Fairgrounds - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • The Monument Civic Center - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Main Street Square - 6 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Rushmore Mall Food Court - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Sonesta Essential Rapid City

Sonesta Essential Rapid City puts you just a 5-minute drive from Watiki Water Park. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 6:00 AM and 9:30 AM. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 199 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Up to 4 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Grocery/convenience store

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (9060 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1964
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Fitness center
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Firepit

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Alarm clock
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 500 per accommodation, per stay

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

Also known as

Ramada Hotel Rapid City
Ramada Rapid City
Rapid City Ramada
Ramada Rapid City Hotel
Ramada Wyndham Rapid City Hotel
Rapid City Ramada Hotel Rapid City
Ramada Wyndham Rapid City
Clarion Inn
Ramada by Wyndham Rapid City
Sonesta Essential Rapid City Hotel
Sonesta Essential Rapid City Rapid City
Sonesta Essential Rapid City Hotel Rapid City

Frequently asked questions

Does Sonesta Essential Rapid City offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Sonesta Essential Rapid City does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Sonesta Essential Rapid City?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Sonesta Essential Rapid City?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sonesta Essential Rapid City?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Sonesta Essential Rapid City and nearby?

Sonesta Essential Rapid City has a fitness center and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

What's the area around Sonesta Essential Rapid City like?

Sonesta Essential Rapid City is in the heart of Rapid City, a short 12-minute walk from Rushmore Mall and 7 minutes' walk from Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf.

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Reviews

7.4

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Blaine, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Not Heat or Hot Water in the Room
I highly recommend you ask very specific questions before booking and checking in. Our room's furnace did not work, so it was 62⁰ degrees in the room all night. There were no extra blankets or sheets. We slept fully clothed in jeans and hoodies. Also, there was no hot water. It didn't even get to get to lukewarm after letting the shower run for awhile. When this was brought to the attention of the front desk staff this morning, we found that they were fully aware. We were told they kept heaters behind the desk for this exact reason. "We've had people out to look at it. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't." We had no idea heaters were available because they withheld the information about the furnace. It wasn't posted anywhere in the lobby or in the room. The only thing they offered was a late checkout, which was ludicrous because why would we would want to spend anymore time in a freezing room? The room was clean and would have been great otherwise. The attitude of the staff clearly demonstrated they had zero cares. I went as far as doing a chat session with hotels.com's staff to make sure they were aware of this situation. The agent reached out to the hotel property and was told they would do nothing more. I feel bad because I am not a Karen at all. I was ready to leave it be, but the hotels.com agent was very kind and offered 10.00 to use towards my next booking. That was very gracious.
Angela, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

kathy, 3-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Brandy, 2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Heather, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Olusegun, 5-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Joe, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Good price for a good stay
Good, Clean, Friendly, good stay overall.
Joe, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

The room was nice for the price. I could not shut the heater off. I was hit all night and had difficulty sleeping. But otherwise was nice.
Sean, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Louis, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Peter, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Jonathan, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Disappointed
Room we were given had not been cleaned at all. Bed wasn’t made and dirty towels everywhere. Replacement room was clear at the back of the hotel with two small beds.
Jesse, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Phillip, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We checked in 1 hour late NO problem they fix the reservation very nice lady at the front desk Big smile they gave us couple of warm cookies for the kids extra towels Open our room to make sure heat was working And everything was well I didn’t spect this kind of treatment and service I was very pleased thank you very much we’ll check in again same place when we come back to North Dakota big thumps up
KING CAR, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Exelent serviste
Jesus, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Overnight place to rest
Overnight stay after a hike in the black hills. Room was perfect and comfortable. Breakfast was not so good; coffee was nasty, the sausages were not fully cooked, but of course there’s always cold cereal to save the day!
LYNETTE, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Mohamad, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

christian, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Phillip, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

No hot water in facility called the front desk several times nothing was done tell asked for refund there still wasn’t hot water at check out
Evelyn, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Good clean room for the night and the breakfast buffet was great for the road. Great coffee…!
David, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Elaina, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Samhitha, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review