Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 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
Sonesta Essential Rapid City puts you a short five-minute drive from Watiki Water Park. Guests can visit the fitness centre for a workout, and free perks include WiFi, self-parking and continental breakfast daily between 6:00 AM and 9:30 AM. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
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
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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
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 on-site self-parking
Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
On-site 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
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Local/corner shop
Working away
24-hour business centre
6 meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference centre (9060 square feet of space)
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Built in 1964
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Fireplace in reception
Fitness centre
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 curtains
Alarm clock
Premium bedding
Memory-foam mattress
Free cot/infant bed
What to enjoy
Individually furnished
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Soap and shampoo
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Desk chair
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Access via exterior corridors
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
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).
Also known as
Ramada Rapid City Hotel
Ramada Rapid City
Rapid City Quality Inn
Rapid City Ramada Hotel Rapid City
Ramada Wyndham Rapid City Hotel
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 that you 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 motorhome/bus/lorry 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 centre 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.
Sonesta Essential Rapid City Reviews
Reviews
6.8
Good
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6.8/10
Cleanliness
7.0/10
Staff & service
6.4/10
Amenities
6.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
18 November 2024
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
LYNETTE, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
12 November 2024
Phillip
Phillip, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
31 October 2024
Good clean room for the night and the breakfast buffet was great for the road. Great coffee…!