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Sonesta Essential Rapid City
2.5 star property
Hotel with conference center, near Rushmore Mall
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At Sonesta Essential Rapid City, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Rushmore Mall and Central States Fairgrounds. 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. Also, Dinosaur Park and Storybook Island are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Reviews
6.86.8 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Pet friendly
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Connecting rooms available
Main amenities (12)
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)
Feel at home (6)
- Children stay free
- Connecting/adjoining rooms available
- Private bathroom
- Television
- Garden
- Daily housekeeping
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About the neighborhood
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
- Journey Museum & Learning Center - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
- Memorial Park East - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
- Central States Fairgrounds - 8 min drive - 3.5 km
Getting around
- Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 22 min drive
Restaurants
- Texas Roadhouse - 15 min walk
- Applebee's Grill + Bar - 2 min drive
- Freddys - 9 min walk
- Golden Corral - 9 min walk
- Little Caesars Pizza - 18 min walk
About this property
Sonesta Essential Rapid City
At Sonesta Essential Rapid City, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Rushmore Mall and Central States Fairgrounds. 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. Also, Dinosaur Park and Storybook Island are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
Hotel size
- 199 rooms
- Arranged over 2 floors
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
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
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
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)
Pets
- Pets allowed (2 total)*
- Service animals welcome
- Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
- Pets must be supervised
Internet
- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
- Free onsite self parking
- Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
- Onsite parking includes off-street options
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
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7.2
Cleanliness
6.4
Amenities
7.2
Staff & service
6.6
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 5, 2025
Staff was friendly and room was exactly as described. Would stay again.
Johanna
Johanna, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2025
A very nice hotel for the price!
Meredith
Meredith, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 20, 2025
Decent stay, given the area.
Finley
Finley, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2025
Friendly staff, great breakfast, clean and affordable.
Greg
Greg, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 2, 2025
We stayed 2 days and the breakfast was good!
MELODY
MELODY, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 3, 2025
For the cheaper place in town, great parking for Sturgis, excellent beds, good breakfast, terrific value
Gary
Gary, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 22, 2025
The room was clean Great bed overall I would stay there again!!!
Pam
Pam, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 23, 2025
Visiting family. Convenient location and good for dog traveling with me.
Lee
Lee, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 12, 2025
Good room with king bed. Generally clean. Staff was very friendly.
James P
James P, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 15, 2025
Good budget hotel
Hotel was clean. The restaurant was closed during our stay but was being completely remodeled and looked like it will be nice. I’d stay here again when I’m in the area.
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 27, 2025
Interesting layout, but great for a quick trip. Breakfast was also great!
Zetana
Zetana, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2025
Bed was comfortable and clean
darleen
darleen, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 6, 2025
was walkable to restruarants
Becky
Becky, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2025
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
Ashley, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 10, 2025
Highly recommend this hotel. Very clean ,turn down service was excellent.Bed was soo comfortable. I will be staying here again.
Jonathan
Jonathan, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 10, 2025
Very convenient access to nearby restaurants and Interstate 90. The bed and pillows were very comfortable.
Darren
Darren, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 23, 2025
Great staff
Staff at check in was brilliant, really friendly, funny and helpful - especially with loading our cases into our uber!
Emma
Emma, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 15, 2025
Happy
Was in town for Sturgis Rally was treated great would stay there again
brian
brian, 7-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jun 18, 2025
Clean place to stay between travels, but that was about it and that is all we needed.
Ayla
Ayla, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 26, 2025
Property in process of being sold or closing. Staff was very helpful.
Larry
Larry, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2025
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
Travis, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jun 6, 2025
Very friendly & helpful staff
Lorie
Lorie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 30, 2025
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
Ann, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 16, 2025
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
Kevin, 2-night trip