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Sonesta Essential Rapid City

2.5 star property
Hotel with conference center, near Rushmore Mall

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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

6.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Gym
  • 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

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually furnished, desk

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 King Bed, Roll-in Shower | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually furnished, desk

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 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually furnished, desk

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 | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually furnished, desk

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 | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually furnished, desk

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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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually furnished, desk

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) | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually furnished, desk

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually furnished, desk

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually furnished, desk

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 | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually furnished, desk

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 | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually furnished, desk

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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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rushmore Mall - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Watiki Water Park - 3 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Journey Museum & Learning Center - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Central States Fairgrounds - 6 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Freddys - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬17 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.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 199 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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

Sonesta Essential Rapid City Reviews

6.8

Good

7.2

Cleanliness

6.4

Amenities

7.2

Staff & service

6.6

Eco-friendliness

6.6

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Staff was friendly and room was exactly as described. Would stay again.
Johanna, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good room with king bed. Generally clean. Staff was very friendly.
James P, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean Great bed overall I would stay there again!!!
Pam, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, great breakfast, clean and affordable.
Greg, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

This Sonesta is an older, multi-time re branded hotel, just off I-90 in Rapid City. It is clean with spacious rooms. The staff has been excellent. The breakfasts are good.It is close to all sorts of dining and shopping. I believe there are plans to add onsight restaurant or lounge.
Kevin, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Interesting layout, but great for a quick trip. Breakfast was also great!
Zetana, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Check in was easy and staff were friendly. The room was super spacious and modern, and we loved how comfortable the beds were. The hot breakfast was a nice touch!
Ashley, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very convenient access to nearby restaurants and Interstate 90. The bed and pillows were very comfortable.
Darren, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

King Suite was great!

Rented the King suite with jacuzzi, was surprised at how big this room was, it was like a little apartment with 2 bathrooms, a separate bedroom from the living room - even a sofa bed and little kitchen area with a sink, counter, microwave and fridge. Would definitely stay again!
Ann, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

For the price it was great a lot of times cheaper places like that are just horrible but this was clean friendly quite and comfortable definitely will astray there next time and also easy access to I 90
Travis, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Room was decent. Beds and bathroom amenities were nice. But there was no laundry detergent and housekeeping was tardy. The 3 guys at the front desk were very helpful.
Sanjay, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice, clean and comfy
Dionne, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Decent, clean rooms and consistently excellent customer service from all employees encountered. Thank you!
Jesse, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

They had a great spread for breakfast. Our room was cleaned fine but the beds weren't very comfortable. The carpet had a slightly damp feel like they had shampooed it but it hadn't thoroughly dried.
Angela, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The lady at the front desk was very friendly and helpful. Our inner room was dark, comfortable, and quiet. We enjoyed a peaceful night's sleep!
Nikki, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We liked the outdoor room entrances
Katherine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

YUMMY breakfast
Jenelle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly and courteous staff
Carlos, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place in a beautiful setting! 100% recommend!
Nathan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was a comfortable bed for the night on a great road trip
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great clean hotel. Comfortable Bed and pillows. And it didn't break the bank to stay there. Thanks Sonesta you made it possible for us to come and celebrate our friends college graduation.
Delta David, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Overall, this hotel has a good value in it. Location is very good. The staff is nice. The room is furnished with a lot e.g. microeave, fridge, soft and to the size is reasonable. The continent breakfast is okay. The facility appears to be old, but it generally functions.
Zhijia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff is wonderful. The room was clean and the beds were very comfortable. The property is being renovated and it will eventually be a beautiful place.
Norma, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

looks better on the inside than the outside; our room was nice, but there were oodles of yucky water spots on the bathroom ceiling; only given one roll of TP, which wasn't a full roll; coffee maker didn't work and spewed water everywhere; breakfast was yummy & staff was nice. Wouldn't want an extended stay here, but one night was fine
Rachael, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Simple rooms. Clean and very comfortable.
Laura, 1-night trip