Sonesta Essential Rapid City

Hotel with free breakfast, near Rushmore Mall

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Dates

November 2025

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December 2025

Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually furnished, desk

Located close to Rushmore Mall and Central States Fairgrounds, Sonesta Essential Rapid City provides free continental breakfast, a grocery/convenience store, and a firepit. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Popular amenities

Pet friendly
Gym
Housekeeping
Laundry
Parking included

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Nov 20 - Nov 21

Tomorrow

Nov 21 - Nov 22

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 11 of 11 rooms

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Flat-screen TV

Renovated in 2020

Sofa bed - queen

Select Comfort bed

Premium bedding

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

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

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

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

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

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

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Flat-screen TV

Renovated in 2020

Sofa bed - queen

Select Comfort bed

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Flat-screen TV

Renovated in 2020

Sofa bed - queen

Select Comfort bed

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Flat-screen TV

Renovated in 2020

Sofa bed - queen

Select Comfort bed

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Flat-screen TV

Renovated in 2020

Sofa bed - queen

Select Comfort bed

Premium bedding

Sleeps 8
1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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
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

Hotel remodeled 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 reception hall, a front-desk safe, and wedding services
Free newspapers, smoke-free premises, and a vending machine
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:

Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and heating

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P3,750 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 27 - Nov 28

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

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
Renovated entire property - June 2020
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Premium bedding
Select Comfort mattress

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

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 at the property

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

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

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).

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Sonesta Essential Rapid City Reviews

6.8

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Good

Johanna

Sep 5, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Staff was friendly and room was exactly as described. Would stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobby

Jul 29, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Would stay again.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Mario

Oct 15, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Thank you so much

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

James P

Sep 12, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good room with king bed. Generally clean. Staff was very friendly.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Finley

Jul 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Decent stay, given the area.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Aug 3, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

For the cheaper place in town, great parking for Sturgis, excellent beds, good breakfast, terrific value

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Larry

Sep 26, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Property in process of being sold or closing. Staff was very helpful.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Jul 22, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The room was clean Great bed overall I would stay there again!!!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Aug 15, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

darleen

Aug 18, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Bed was comfortable and clean

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Jun 10, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

A very nice hotel for the price!

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Suzan

Oct 13, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Difficult experience actually getting a room that I reserved at this hotel.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Jun 9, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly staff, great breakfast, clean and affordable.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Aug 10, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend this hotel. Very clean ,turn down service was excellent.Bed was soo comfortable. I will be staying here again.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

brian

Aug 15, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Happy

Was in town for Sturgis Rally was treated great would stay there again

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Becky

Aug 6, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

was walkable to restruarants

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Zetana

Jul 27, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Interesting layout, but great for a quick trip. Breakfast was also great!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Jul 31, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

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!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

MELODY

Jun 2, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We stayed 2 days and the breakfast was good!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Rodney

Aug 31, 2025

Room are ok

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Aug 12, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed in the Family suite. Worked well for my group.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Jul 10, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very convenient access to nearby restaurants and Interstate 90. The bed and pillows were very comfortable.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Jul 30, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Sep 4, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Consistently reasonable rates, especially in comparison to other hotels in Rapid City and the surrounding area; clean, comfortable, ample-sized rooms; and the employees are always friendly, respectful, professional and helpful, especially the housekeeping department and Adam (Matthew?). And I love the full breakfast! Sonesta Essential has become my go-to hotel for my regular trips to Rapid City. Thank you so much!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025