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Sonesta Essential Rapid City

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Rushmore Mall

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Lobby
In-room business center
Minibar
Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually furnished, desk
Jetted tub

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
The price is P3,209
P3,607 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25

Room options

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Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually furnished, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually furnished, desk

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually furnished, desk

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually furnished, desk

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap

Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Bathroom

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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

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

About this property

Sonesta Essential Rapid City

Hotel rejuvenated in 2020 and located near Rushmore Mall
Located close to Central States Fairgrounds and Dinosaur Park, Sonesta Essential Rapid City provides free continental breakfast, a grocery/convenience store, and a firepit. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • A banquet hall, free newspapers, and a reception hall
  • A computer station, a 24-hour front desk, and wedding services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 199 individually furnished rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Memory foam beds and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and heating

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (9,060 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1964
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 500 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Property is 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

Is Sonesta Essential Rapid City pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Sonesta Essential Rapid City?

As of Nov 23, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Essential Rapid City on Nov 24, 2024 start from P 3,209.33, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Sonesta Essential Rapid City?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sonesta Essential Rapid City?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Sonesta Essential Rapid City?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Sonesta Essential Rapid City located?

Located in the heart of Rapid City, this hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Rushmore Mall and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Central States Fairgrounds. Dinosaur Park and Storybook Island are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Sonesta Essential Rapid City Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 30 reviews" "

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Exelent serviste
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mohamad

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

christian

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Evelyn

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Samhitha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Judith

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The property needs more attention related with the rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Seth

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good for the price. Breakfast was as expected.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

R Joe

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Farrell

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
I appreciate having a place to stay, it was very good staff at certain times of the day. I had a rude experience with one on Saturday evening. On Saturday night I discovered a needle above my door. I had no hand soap in the room that we had moved into.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniella

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Zoe

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff wasn’t very nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Denise, Woodstock

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Convenient to many restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Scott

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff was great! Room was run down and needed alot of TLC. Restaurant was closed down,
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Guiomar

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024