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.
Reviews
7.47.4 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
Connecting rooms available
Pet-friendly
Non-smoking
Gym
Free breakfast
Laundry facilities
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)
Children stay free
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Daily housekeeping
The current price is ₹3,610
₹3,610
₹4,097 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Room options
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Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower
Highlights
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Select Comfort bed
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 1 King Bed
Highlights
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed - queen
Premium bedding
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 1 Queen Bed
Highlights
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Select Comfort bed
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Room, 1 Queen Bed
Highlights
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Select Comfort bed
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Room, 2 Double Beds
Highlights
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Select Comfort bed
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
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Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed - queen
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed - queen
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Suite, Multiple Beds
Highlights
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed - queen
Premium bedding
Sleeps 8
1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
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Room, 2 Queen Beds
Highlights
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Select Comfort bed
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Sonesta Essential Rapid City puts you just a 5-minute drive from Watiki Water Park. 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. Fellow travelers 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
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 cots (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 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
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.
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.
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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Sonesta Essential Rapid City Reviews
Reviews
7.4
Good
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
7 January 2025
Good price for a good stay
Good, Clean, Friendly, good stay overall.
Joe
Joe, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 September 2024
Will stay here again!
Carter
Carter, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
21 October 2024
Great breakfast.
R Joe
R Joe, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
31 October 2024
Good clean room for the night and the breakfast buffet was great for the road. Great coffee…!
David
David, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 September 2024
Convenient to many restaurants and shopping.
Denise
Denise, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 November 2024
Exelent serviste
Jesus
Jesus, 1-night trip
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
10/10 Exceptional
26 October 2024
good stay overnight. cold breakfast no big deal
Francine
Francine, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
22 October 2024
Good for the price. Breakfast was as expected.
Seth
Seth, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
5 January 2025
The room was nice for the price. I could not shut the heater off. I was hit all night and had difficulty sleeping. But otherwise was nice.
Sean
Sean, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
21 September 2024
Staff was great! Room was run down and needed alot of TLC. Restaurant was closed down,
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
23 October 2024
The property needs more attention related with the rooms.
Judith
Judith, 3-night trip
2/10 Poor
20 December 2024
Disappointed
Room we were given had not been cleaned at all. Bed wasn’t made and dirty towels everywhere. Replacement room was clear at the back of the hotel with two small beds.
Jesse
Jesse, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
1 October 2024
Staff wasn’t very nice
Zoe
Zoe, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
7 November 2024
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
Evelyn
Evelyn, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
15 October 2024
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.