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 of America, 57701

Sonesta Essential - Rapid City is located in the Black Hills of South Dakota, providing easy access to iconic sites such as Mount Rushmore. The hotel offers homestyle hospitality and friendly service, catering to both leisure and business travelers. With a pet-friendly policy, it accommodates a wide range of guests. Its central location allows for convenient exploration of nearby attractions and parks.

Location

Sonesta Essential is just a 5-minute drive from Rushmore Mall and Central States Fairgrounds. Rapid City Regional Airport is approximately 12.5 miles away. Popular attractions such as Badlands National Park and Storybook Island are easily accessible. Parking is available for those arriving by car.

Rooms

Each guest room at Sonesta Essential features cable TV with HBO, air conditioning, and free WiFi. Rooms come equipped with laptop-friendly workspaces and other essential comforts. Guests will find safes and coffee/tea makers in their accommodations. The simple furnishings promote a hassle-free stay.

Eat & Drink

Guests can enjoy meals at Boss' Pizzeria and Sports, an onsite restaurant serving a variety of dishes. MĒT Restaurant and Lounge is another dining option available to guests. The hotel's dining facilities aim to provide convenient and enjoyable meal experiences. Nearby local restaurants offer additional dining choices.

Leisure & Business

The hotel includes a fitness center, indoor pool, and a spa tub for recreational activities. A 24-hour business center and meeting spaces of over 9,000 square feet are available for professional needs. Guests can also find complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Various additional amenities support both relaxation and work.

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City Center

Rapid City 2.1 mi

Airports

Rapid City Regional (RAP) 10.8 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Accessible Comfort

“I noticed that the accessible facilities were well-designed, making navigation easy and comfortable for all guests.” view full review

Delicious Dining!

“I enjoyed the fantastic restaurant menu, and the 15% discount for hotel guests made it even better!” view full review

Well-Equipped Gym

“The fitness center was impressive, featuring modern equipment that made my workouts enjoyable!” view full review

Cozy Rooms

“The room was clean and cozy, with adequate lighting creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for relaxation.” view full review

General

Non-smoking property
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Baggage storage
Elevator
ATM/Cash machine
Sundry/Convenience store
Vending machines
Multilingual staff

Sports & Fitness

Exercise gym
Fitness studio

Services

Free airport shuttle
24-hour room service
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Wedding services
Taxi service
Newspaper service
Computer connection

Dining

Continental breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Catering service
Free breakfast

Business

24-hour business center
Exhibition space

Children

Babysitting/Child services
Game room

Facilities for people with disabilities

Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Swimming pool
Casino

Room features

Air conditioning
In-room safe

Media

Television
Telephone

Location

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

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

City landmarks

Shopping Area

Rushmore Mall

2900 ft

Museums

The Journey Museum and Learning Center

1.4 mi

Mall

Rushmore Crossing

4700 ft

Mall

Downtown Rapid City

1.9 mi

Stadiums

Rushmore Plaza Civic Center

1.5 mi

125 Waterloo St Roosevelt Park

Roosevelt Swim Center

1.4 mi

206 N 8th Street

Berlin Wall Exhibit

1.8 mi

903 E North St

Dean-O's Casino

1.1 mi

Gallery

Prairie Edge Trading Co. & Galleries

1.9 mi

Gallery

Art Alley

2.0 mi

Museums

Museum of Geology

2.0 mi

Parks

Dinosaur Park

2.7 mi

125 Waterloo St

Roosevelt Park

1.4 mi

Parks

Memorial Park

1.6 mi

Badlands National Park

2.0 mi

Gallery

Dahl Arts Center

2.1 mi

Rapid City

Leonard Swanson Memorial

1.6 mi

940 Kathryn Ave

Vickie Powers Memorial Park

1.6 mi

629 St. Joseph

Pawnseum

2.0 mi

Square

Main Street Square

1.9 mi

206 N 8th St #100

Berlin Wall

1.7 mi

Gallery

Suzie Cappa Art Center Downtown

2.0 mi

Main Street

1.9 mi

522 7th St

Black Hills Pow Wow Association

2.0 mi

Libraries

Rapid City Public Library

2.1 mi

705 Main St

Black Hills Escape Rooms

2.0 mi

629 Main St

Lakota Dream Museum and Monument

2.0 mi

631 SD-79

The City of Presidents Walk

2.0 mi

607 St. Joseph Street

Museum of the American Bison

2.0 mi

Nearby

Golf Course

Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf

2000 ft

Restaurants

Burger King

1000 ft

2110 La Crosse St

Denny's

1700 ft

2206 North Lacross Dr

Pizza Ranch

3200 ft

1556 Luna Avenue

Pizza and More

3900 ft

2200 N Maple Ave Suite 602

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

82%

liked the hotel and would stay again

convenient location

comfortable rooms

disappointing dining

not the best location rating

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

9.0

Location

8.0

Service

8.7

Dining

7.7

Henry

United States of America, May 2024

8.2/10

This hotel is conveniently located right next to the highway in the Black Hills area, making it easy to access with a few restaurants nearby. The rooms feature very comfortable king beds on the main level, ideal for a restful stay. The service was excellent with pleasant housekeeping and the added convenience of shops and laundry facilities, even offering a welcome drink. While the dining experience included seasonal vegetables, it didn't come off as expected. Overall, this hotel provides a good value for money stay with its great location and comfortable rooms.

Rooms

9.0

The room with the very comfortable king bed on the main level was perfect for a good night's sleep.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional, with helpful housekeeping and convenient shop and laundry services. Plus, the welcome drink was a nice touch.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location right next to the highway in the Black Hills and close to several restaurants offers great convenience for travelers.

Dining

7.0

Although the dining included seasonal vegetables, the overall dining experience could have been better.

Facilities

8.0

convenient location

disappointing dining

John

United States of America, July 2023

8.4/10

The hotel offers a convenient stay right off the freeway, close to restaurants, and a short drive from downtown. The morning ease of reaching the airport adds to its appeal. The rooms boast a king bed and an exceptionally comfortable mattress, ensuring a restful night's sleep. However, the lack of extra amenities might affect the overall value.

Rooms

9.0

The room on the main level with a king bed was cozy and inviting.

Service

8.0

The housekeeping service was attentive to detail and efficient in meeting my needs.

Location

8.0

Being right off the freeway and close to dining options made exploring the area easy and enjoyable.

Dining

9.0

The included dining experience offered mouth-watering dishes that satisfied my cravings.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-maintained and provided a pleasant environment for relaxation.

clean

limited amenities

David

United States of America, June 2023

8.2/10

The hotel is centrally located in the Black Hills, right off the freeway, with easy access to nearby restaurants. The rooms on the main level with king-sized beds offer a very comfortable stay. However, the dining experience, while including French pastries, may lack variety. The service is notable for its welcome drink and efficient housekeeping services.

Rooms

9.0

The room with a king-sized bed on the main level was exceptionally comfortable.

Service

9.0

The service, including a welcome drink and attentive housekeeping, was top-notch.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location in the Black Hills provides a great starting point for exploring the area, with convenient access to restaurants and the freeway.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience, featuring delicious French pastries, was enjoyable but may benefit from more variety.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel boasts well-maintained facilities, enhancing the overall guest experience.

convenient location

limited dining options