There are many travelers who focus their sights on the east and west coasts of the United States when planning their next endeavor. However, by doing that you miss out on a lot of cool spots in the middle of the country–for instance, Rapid City, South Dakota. Rapid City is most well-known for being the gateway to Mount Rushmore, an iconic American landmark that is just a short drive from the city. In fact, Rapid City is the gateway to many incredible sights, such as the craggy landscape of Badlands National Park and the stony structure of the Devil’s Tower. The city welcomes all visitors and offers a plethora of luxury hotels and vacation rentals. So, if you’re searching for your next travel destination, book a vacation package in Rapid City and stay at a cozy accommodation. Read on to see our picks of the best places to stay in Rapid City, South Dakota.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 20, 2025.
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Hotels
1. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rapid City, SD (from USD 80)
Mexican restaurant next door, free hot breakfast with some limitations. Limited breakfast options, but good value for money.
Exceptional value for the price, with free breakfast and family-friendly pricing.
Convenient location close to shops, restaurants, and attractions. Quiet and safe area with easy freeway access.
Clean, modern rooms with a great pool, slide, and hot tub. Exercise room, free cookies, and coffee bar.
This pet-friendly hotel is the perfect place for a family vacation, where not even your furry friends are left behind. Along with fully furnished family rooms with all modern comforts, they provide pet bowls so your four-legged friends can be comfortable.
As for communal facilities, this hotel in Rapid City, South Dakota, has a pool with year-round access, so you can always look forward to washing away your exhaustion with a swim. You can also opt for a warm soak in the hot tub after a therapeutic massage session.
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rapid City, SD
16.54 km (10.3 mi) from Bear Country USA
2. Comfort Inn & Suites Rapid City (from USD 72)
As the name suggests, this hotel offers rooms in Rapid City that focus on comfort. You’ll find all modern amenities, such as TV and WiFi, in your rooms. Additionally, some of the suites come with a work desk, perfect for business travelers.
Furthermore, the location is also ideal for exploring the many attractions of Rapid City, such as the Mount Rushmore National Memorial and the Reptile Garden Family Fun Park. After an exhausting day of fun and exploration, you can go for a relaxing swim in the heated pool, available year-round for the guests.
Comfort Inn & Suites This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
10.49 km (6.6 mi) from Bear Country USA
3. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Rapid City (from USD 82)
Howard Johnson has all the comforts you need for a great stay in Rapid City. The rooms at this hotel are cozy and welcoming, with brightly-colored decor and warm wooden furniture. Make the most of your downtime by getting into a workout at the gym, doing laps in the indoor pool, or relaxing in the hot tub. If you’re craving a late-night snack and don’t feel like venturing into town, Howard Johnson has you covered. Head down to the convenience store in the lobby and grab something to prep in your room’s microwave. They also offer complimentary wine and snacks on select nights!
Elevation Inn & Suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
13.8 km (8.6 mi) from Bear Country USA
4. The Rushmore Hotel & Suites; BW Premier Collection (from USD 82)
Many visitors to Rapid City are headed for Mount Rushmore, one of the United States’ most impressive landmarks! This iconic monument is just half an hour away from the city, but you can continue the experience by staying at the Rushmore Hotel. This accommodation is Mount Rushmore-themed and features Americana decor in the rooms and pictures of the landmark throughout! Fuel up for your day’s outings at the Enigma Restaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. After a day spent exploring, cap off the night at 445 Martini Lounge, which has 90 varieties of the namesake cocktail on the menu and live music on weekends.
The Rushmore Hotel & Suites; BW Premier Collection
12.99 km (8.1 mi) from Bear Country USA
5. Staybridge Suites Rapid City - Rushmore, an IHG Hotel (from USD 137)
Excellent and varied breakfast, free evening social, friendly breakfast staff
Slightly pricey, but worth it for the quality and amenities offered
Convenient location with easy access to natural and historic sights, shopping, and dining options
Spacious rooms with kitchenettes, outdoor seating area, free laundry facilities
Staybridge Suites is one of the best places to stay in Rapid City, with tons of five-star reviews and a long list of amenities that will please any traveler. Your stay includes a complimentary breakfast, access to the indoor pool and hot tub, and use of the fitness center and laundry facilities. Select rooms come with kitchenettes that are convenient for long-term stays. Staybridge Suites is just a short drive from Dinosaur Park, a unique attraction that includes seven dinosaur sculptures overlooking downtown Rapid City!
Staybridge Suites Rapid City - Rushmore, an IHG Hotel
15.92 km (9.9 mi) from Bear Country USA
6. Best Western Ramkota Hotel (from USD 92)
With the feel of a rustic cabin and the amenities of an upscale hotel, Best Western Ramkota is the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation! Elements like a wooden awning covering the entryway and a large stone fireplace and mounted taxidermy adorning the lobby will make you feel as though you’ve checked into an old hunting lodge. It isn’t as rustic as the wild west, though the rooms are comfy and include coffee makers. The hotel has a restaurant, pool, and even a water park on the property, so you can have an adventure without even getting into your car!
Best Western Ramkota Hotel
16.28 km (10.2 mi) from Bear Country USA
7. The Nest Hotel
The Nest Hotel is a great pick if you’re traveling with a large group. It offers one- and two-bedroom apartments, where the bedrooms are separated from the living room. The larger apartment has room for up to six guests with plenty of space for everyone to spread out. If you’re traveling with a smaller group, the hotel also offers traditional rooms for two to four people. They also provide complimentary toiletries, a coffee maker, air conditioning, as well as an expansive complimentary continental breakfast.
The Nest Hotel
Address: 15 East North Street
14.14 km (8.8 mi) from Bear Country USA
Apartments
8. Comfy 1916 home near downtown (from USD 68)
Start your adventures around midtown Rapid City from this two-bedroom home built in 1916. Remodeled into a cute little apartment, this rental has an atmosphere that’s sure to help you have a restful stay throughout. The living room features a 42-inch HDTV with Netflix, an electric fireplace, and a sleeper couch for your comfort and entertainment. The kitchen has a stove, microwave, and fridge for your cooking and dining needs.
As for places you can visit, this vacation home rental in Rapid City is within walking distance from downtown and the myriad of restaurants, shops, and attractions there.
Top guest reviews
Host:
amanda is a great hostamada was a great host very accessible and timelyamanda the host was thoughtful communicative and professionalshe's very friendly and directamanda was very responsive and helpful in her communications alsoLocation:
cute apartment and a great location to everything in towngreat location for a walk into downtown to get a bite to eatclose to downtown and local attractionsnice quiet and neat apartment right near downtown…the location was all that it promised to beCleanliness:
nice and clean nicely decoratedwell furnished and clean apartmentplace was very clean and well supplieda clean comfortable spot to stayhouse was very clean and well appointedRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the music was loud and could be heard over the air conditioning unit and a box fan) amanda has a portable air conditioning unit- it does amazingly well to cool the housereally nice place well appointed kitchen comfy couch easy street parkingjust an fyi the shower is very small (maybe 4x4)the beds were comfortable too
9. Quaint but sophisticated guest apartment
This charming rental channels the wild west with rustic elements like wooden barn doors and antique furniture. The overall feeling is a warm and cozy vibe that welcomes guests right from the start! The two-bedroom apartment can host up to five guests comfortably, with a sofa bed in the living room. There is a kitchen that even has a wine cooler, and coin-operated laundry downstairs so you can refresh your wardrobe during your stay.
12.51 km (7.8 mi) from Bear Country USASuperhost
Accommodates: 5
Top guest reviews
Host:
mary is a great hostnice place awesome host quick responseresponsive host great pricemary is a wonderful host and we were extremely pleased with our entire stayroomy had all the basics mary is very helpful etcLocation:
perfect location and centrally locatedgreat location for visiting mtgreat place to stay close to everythinggreat place in the perfect locationsuper nice place excellent location for downtown area and mount rushmoreCleanliness:
very clean and brightclean and fully equippedvery clean and had everything we neededtowels smelled clean were high quality and were beautifully presentedso comfortable and clean and stylishRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
this cute space appears brand new the beds were so comfortable and had all the amenities of homemy family and i (two adult and two teenagers) had a very comfortable and enjoyable stay at mary's place
10. Large apartment perfect for a group of travelers
With three bedrooms and room for six guests, this is an ideal rental no matter who you’re traveling with–couples, groups of friends, and families with kids will all enjoy staying here! This basement apartment is completely private with its own keypad entry. There is a huge kitchen with any appliance you could imagine, as well as a washer and dryer. Be sure to grab some groceries and have a grill night on the patio outside. There are also tables and chairs, so you can dine al fresco and have a festive night to celebrate your travels.
Rapid City, South Dakota, United States
10.85 km (6.8 mi) from Bear Country USAAccommodates: 6
Top guest reviews
Host:
jerry is a great hostjerry is a great hostjerry was a wonderful hostjerry was a wonderful hostjerry was a great hostLocation:
this location is almost perfectlocation was great-easy access to many attractionsnice location / beautiful propertyawesome place and locationimmaculate great location everything you need jerry hasCleanliness:
sparkling clean and super comfortable homeit was spotlessly cleanit was very clean and very comfortablethe rooms are very nice and clean the bathroom was very clean and stocked full with suppliesthe property was super clean and orderlyRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
this has to be one of the best air b&b apartments that we have stayed inhe welcomed us graciously gave us a tour explaining the apartment & necessary informationthe beds are all super comfy and the blankets are also amazingthe bathroom had shaving cream lotions soap body wash shampoo conditioner and plenty of clean towelshe is a warm and welcoming guest who also is comfortable to leave you be
11. Spacious rental in the historic district
Located in the historic West Boulevard district of Rapid City, the charming neighborhood adds to the appeal of this apartment! You’ll be within walking distance to Main Street Square where you can spend hours browsing the shops, cafes, pubs, and more. Up to six guests can stay in this two-bedroom apartment, which provides a comfortable environment for your downtime. The apartment has two outdoor seating areas, one private to this rental, and one shared with other tenants in the building. There are also conveniences like a designated parking space and coin-operated laundry.
Rapid City, South Dakota, United States
12.43 km (7.8 mi) from Bear Country USAAccommodates: 6
Top guest reviews
Host:
response time from host was greatbrenda was an amazing hosthome owner was very accommodating to our needs and very responsive to our questionsshe was very responsive and ensured that we had everything we neededdebra's communications were timely and helpfulLocation:
great location to town squarefantastic location and about a 10 minute walk to downtownso close to all attractionsa great location in rapid city loved the location and quiet surroundingsperfect location for hitting all the attractions in the areaCleanliness:
it was very clean and stylishspotlessly clean and spacious homeit was very clean and the beds slept wellher place was very clean and nicely decoratedconvenience quiet clean and comfortRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
very clean beautiful furnishings comfortable beds and extra amenities (snacks coffee etccoffee tea snacks hair dryer kitchen stocked with nice essentials etca huge tv with netflix and a comfy couchthe added touches like makeup remover ground coffee and nightlights made the stay even more comfortablewe fell in love with south dakota and the house was so peaceful lovely and comfortable
12. Charming downtown apartment with lots of light
Enjoy all the privacy of your own home by staying in this private apartment! The upstairs rental has its own keypad, so guests can feel free to come and go as they like. The apartment is bright and sunny, with two bedrooms that can sleep up to six guests. The rental is fully renovated with all the comforts needed for your stay. The kitchen is fully furnished and just waiting for a few groceries to cook delicious meals. After a long day exploring, get cozy in the beds, which come with memory foam and pillow-top mattress.
Rapid City, South Dakota, United States
12.27 km (7.7 mi) from Bear Country USATop guest reviews
Host:
patricia and other co-hosts were very responsiveLocation:
comfortable and close to downtownlocated in a nice quiet area and close to everything you needgreat downtown location only 30 min from mt rushmorewe were attending an event downtown so the location was ideal - perfect walking distanceit easy walking distance to a liquor store and other restaurantsCleanliness:
it was clean and very invitingpatricia’s place is clean and quietthe place itself was clean and spacious with lots of charmthe house was spotless clean and very well decoratedit was very clean its mount ice when we arrivedRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
apartment had a keurig which was greatclean comfortable apartment with updated appliances all the amenities and ease of access to any location in rapid cityit is a charming and roomy apartment with convenient key-less entrybeds were comfortable
13. Luxurious and modern downtown loft
If you think you have to travel to big coastal cities to stay in a luxurious, modern loft, you’ll miss out on a lot of great vacation rentals–like this cool accommodation in Rapid City! The interior of this one-bedroom loft apartment is impeccably decorated with sleek furniture and contemporary artworks. It will feel more like you have checked into a boutique hotel than an Airbnb! The apartment also has its own private roof deck, where you can enjoy both sunshine or the night sky while sipping a cocktail or eating a freshly-roasted s'more.
Rapid City, South Dakota, United States
12.88 km (8.0 mi) from Bear Country USATop guest reviews
Host:
nick is a great hostnick is an awesome hostnick is very accomadating responsive a great hostnick is a fantastic hostnick was very responsive and helpfulLocation:
swanky apartment in a super location close to restaurants and shoppingclose to great restaurants and good shoppingawesome location - can walk everywhere downtown and easy access to parking spacefabulous location in downtown rapid city with starbuck’s literally steps awayan excellent location for seeing mtRead more reviewsCleanliness:
nick’s place was clean and spacioushouse was beautiful clean and comfortableeverything was clean and tight- impeccable and well appointedit was immaculately clean and nick responded immediately to messagesspotlessly clean - martha stewart has nothing on nick - and simply a beautiful space
A bustling city in the heart of America
Rapid City is right in the center of many natural wonders and epic landscapes. It’s also close to iconic monuments to American heritage, like Mount Rushmore, and Native American culture, like the Crazy Horse Memorial. Rapid City itself is the perfect starting point to explore all of these sights but has a lot to offer itself. There are great eateries, charming neighborhoods, and museums to browse.
While you’re planning your itinerary, don’t forget to book the accommodations. From hotels to Airbnbs in Rapid City, the above-listed places to stay are some of the best. So, choose the one that fits your needs and enjoy a laid-back vacation.
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