Sonesta Essential - Rapid City, Rapid City ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

1902 North Lacrosse Street, Rapid City, South Dakota, United States, 57701

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7.4

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“The convenient access to I-90 made travel effortless throughout our stay!”view full review

Sonesta Essential - Rapid City is a pet-friendly and 3-star Rapid City hotel situated in the Black Hills of South Dakota, offering access to comfortable accommodations, a gym, and a business center. Guests can enjoy a meal at MĒT Restaurant and Lounge and take advantage of on-site amenities.

Rooms & Amenities

All guest rooms at Sonesta Essential - Rapid City feature a flat-screen TV with cable channels, air conditioning, and a tea and coffee maker. Spacious double rooms include a private bathroom with a shower and a bath, while family rooms offer additional seating areas.

Dining & Nearby Options

On-site dining is provided at MĒT Restaurant and Lounge, where guests can enjoy meals without leaving the hotel. Nearby, various dining options including Millstone Family Restaurant and Outback Steakhouse are within 1 miles.

Leisure & Attractions

For leisure, the hotel offers a gym and easy access to outdoor activities in the surrounding Black Hills area. The Rushmore Mall is less than 1 mile away and attractions such as Badlands National Park and the Museum of Geology are within 2 miles.

Services & Transportation

Sonesta Essential - Rapid City features a business center for guests requiring work-related services. An airport shuttle service is available for easy transportation to and from the hotel.

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Sonesta Essential - Rapid City offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Queen Room Two Queen Beds Non-Smoking

2 persons

335 sq. feet

2 King Size Beds

Shower

Bathtub

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Double Room Two Double Beds Non Smoking

2 persons

335 sq. feet

2 Double beds

Shower

Bathtub

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Queen Room Two Queen Beds

2 persons

335 sq. feet

2 King Size Beds

Shower

Bathtub

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Standard Queen Room Non-Smoking

2 persons

335 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Bathtub

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Facilities

Sonesta Essential - Rapid City offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Dining Experience

“I loved the food at the hotel's restaurant! As a bonus, I was thrilled to get a 15% discount as a hotel guest, which made it even more enjoyable.” view full review

Great Fitness Center

“I found the fitness center to be quite nice, with adequate equipment available. It provided a perfect way to keep up with my workout routine during my stay.” view full review

Comfortable Room

“I stayed in a Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds, and it was excellent. The room had nice carpet and adequate lighting, creating a cozy and pleasant atmosphere.” view full review

Cozy Beds

“The beds in the room were very comfortable, allowing me to get a good night's sleep. The room cooled down quickly thanks to the efficient AC, making it a relaxing retreat.” view full review

Facilities: Very good

7.0/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Fireplace
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Golf course

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Shops/Commercial services
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Sonesta Essential - Rapid City Location

1902 North Lacrosse Street, Rapid City, South Dakota, United States, 57701

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1902 North Lacrosse Street, Rapid City, South Dakota, United States, 57701

City landmarks

Museum

The Journey Museum and Learning Center

1.3 mi

Shopping Area

Rushmore Mall

1.3 mi

Mall

Rushmore Crossing

4600 ft

Mall

Downtown Rapid City

1.9 mi

Stadium

Rushmore Plaza Civic Center

1.5 mi

Landmark

Roosevelt Swim Center

1.3 mi

Landmark

Dean-O's Casino

1.1 mi

Landmark

Berlin Wall Exhibit

1.7 mi

Gallery

Prairie Edge Trading Co. & Galleries

1.9 mi

Gallery

Art Alley

1.9 mi

Museum

Museum of Geology

2.0 mi

Park

Dinosaur Park

2.7 mi

Landmark

Roosevelt Park

1.4 mi

Park

Memorial Park

1.6 mi

Landmark

Badlands National Park

2.0 mi

Gallery

Dahl Arts Center

2.1 mi

Landmark

Leonard Swanson Memorial

1.6 mi

Square

Main Street Square

1.8 mi

Landmark

Pawnseum

2.0 mi

Gallery

Suzie Cappa Art Center Downtown

2.0 mi

Landmark

Berlin Wall

1.7 mi

Landmark

Vickie Powers Memorial Park

1.7 mi

Landmark

Main Street

1.8 mi

Landmark

Black Hills Pow Wow Association

2.0 mi

Library

Rapid City Public Library

2.1 mi

Landmark

Black Hills Escape Rooms

1.9 mi

Landmark

Lakota Dream Museum and Monument

1.9 mi

Landmark

The City of Presidents Walk

1.9 mi

Landmark

Museum of the American Bison

2.0 mi

Nearby

Golf Course

Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf

1800 ft

Restaurants

China Wok

1300 ft

1575 N Lacrosse St Ste B

Mongolian Grill

1300 ft

1415 N Lacrosse St Ste 1

Burger King

2800 ft

2110 La Crosse St

Denny's

3400 ft

2206 North Lacross Dr

Pizza Ranch

1900 ft

1556 Luna Avenue

Pizza and More

4200 ft

2200 N Maple Ave Suite 602

Getting around

City Centre

Rapid City5 min · 2.1 mi

Airports

Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP)33 min · 13.5 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

until 11 am

Guest Parking

Public parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Breakfast

A continental breakfast is served and charges are applicable.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Number of rooms:

193

Former name

Quality Inn Rapid City/Ramada Rapid City

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Sonesta Essential - Rapid City from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 153 verified reviews

6.4/10

Nice

48%

Recommend

Cleanliness

7.3/10

Comfort

7.5/10

Facilities

7.0/10

Free Wi-Fi

6.0/10

Location

7.7/10

Staff

7.9/10

Value for money

7.2/10

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