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A hotel patio with outdoor seating, a stone fire pit, and umbrellas.

An indoor swimming pool with a slide, a staircase, and seating areas.

A modern lounge area with a stone wall, a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a flat-screen TV.

A hotel with a parking lot, a gas station, and a view of mountains during sunset.

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Rapid City Rushmore

6.4 mi from Ellsworth Air Force Base

James F.

£57

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a beige exterior, a covered entrance, and a sign indicating it is a Sleep Inn & Suites.

A pool area with a 2.5m x 6m pool, sun loungers, and a small slide.

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a TV, and a desk.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a yellow armchair, and a view of the dining area.

2. Sleep Inn & Suites Rapid City

4.8 mi from Ellsworth Air Force Base

Bodie

£44

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a water slide, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A modern living room with a gray sectional sofa, two red lamps, a white shelving unit, and a fireplace.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a tiled backsplash, and a trash can labeled "TRASH".

3. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rapid City, SD

6.4 mi from Ellsworth Air Force Base

Carrie

£54

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor seating area with sofas and round tables, a stone fire pit, and a building with a blue and yellow facade in the background.

A person in a red swimsuit lying on a pool slide.

A hotel reception area with a counter displaying various beverages and snacks, a digital scale, and a 'Cool It' refrigerator.

A modern hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a large window offering a view, and a sign indicating it's a Hilton hotel.

4. Tru by Hilton Rapid City Rushmore

6.4 mi from Ellsworth Air Force Base

Anne

£50

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a menu board.

A modern bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, a beverage dispenser, and a menu board.

A kitchenette with a microwave, shelves stocked with snacks, a refrigerator, and a freezer.

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

5. Courtyard by Marriott Rapid City

4.4 mi from Ellsworth Air Force Base

Susan

£62

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a window with a view of the outside.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a large painting on the wall, a clock, and a vending machine.

A self-service snack and beverage kiosk with refrigerated drink dispensers and shelves stocked with snacks and beverages.

A hotel lobby with multiple dining tables and chairs, a reception area, and a TV mounted on the wall.

6. Best Western Plus Rapid City Rushmore

4.9 mi from Ellsworth Air Force Base

Claudia

£69

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern bar area with a central bar counter, multiple seating options, and large windows allowing natural light.

An indoor water park with slides, pools, and seating areas.

A restaurant with wooden booths, a large window overlooking a pool, and a ceiling with a colorful mural.

A lobby with teal armchairs, a sofa, a reception desk, and a large wall mural.

7. La Quinta Inn and Suites by Wyndham at WaTiki Waterpark

4.6 mi from Ellsworth Air Force Base

Robert

£58

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A stone fireplace with a clock, a small plant, and a purple-lit fire feature.

An indoor swimming pool with a 3ft depth, a changing room with chairs, and a view of the outside.

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including sofas and chairs, arranged around a central fireplace.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, and a bar area with a chair.

8. Staybridge Suites Rapid City - Rushmore by IHG

6.4 mi from Ellsworth Air Force Base

Shannon Marie

£89

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a Gold Bison Grill.

A bar area with multiple bar stools, a counter with bottles, and a wooden ceiling structure.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk, and a chair.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign for the Doubletree by Hilton Gold Bristol Grill.

9. DoubleTree by Hilton Rapid City Downtown Convention Center

7.9 mi from Ellsworth Air Force Base

Tawny

£76

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, and a TV.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, parking lot, and surrounding greenery.

An indoor swimming pool with clear views through large windows, a tiled floor, and a seating area with chairs and tables.

A living room with a fireplace, a television, and comfortable seating.

10. Elevation Inn & Suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

8.2 mi from Ellsworth Air Force Base

Alma

£64

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, and a view of a building in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a large blue patterned wall, and a modern design.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, modern furniture, and a view into the kitchen.

A lobby with a fireplace, yellow armchairs, a blue sofa, and a television.

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Rapid City near Mt. Rushmore

6.5 mi from Ellsworth Air Force Base

Dawn

£48

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, a modern chandelier, and a mix of seating arrangements including sofas and a unique blue and white chair.

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a desk, and a bed.

A modern apartment with a living room, dining area, and kitchenette. It features large windows, a sofa, a coffee table, and a bed.

An indoor swimming pool with two separate sections, a tiled wall with a wooden ceiling, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

12. ClubHouse Hotel & Suites - Rapid City

12 mi from Ellsworth Air Force Base

Hoang

£80

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a TV, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a reception desk.

A clinical setting with a treadmill, exercise balls, dumbbells, and a water dispenser.

A swimming pool with a sign indicating a spa capacity of 7 persons.

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Rapid City - Rushmore South by IHG

12.1 mi from Ellsworth Air Force Base

Gary

£69

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel with a central entrance, multiple floors, and a sign for 'Comfort Suites.'

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and blue chairs, a kitchen area with modern appliances, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

A hotel room with a sofa, a round table, a desk, a chair, a TV, and artwork on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear water sign, a lifeguard chair, and a towel rack.

14. Comfort Suites Conference Center Rapid City

4.8 mi from Ellsworth Air Force Base

Deborah L

£56

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An indoor water park with multiple water slides, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a painting, and a lamp.

A laundry area with stacked washing machines and a shelf.

A kitchen area with a countertop, a printer, a potted plant, and a sign on the wall.

15. Home2 Suites by Hilton Rapid City

4.4 mi from Ellsworth Air Force Base

Maricel

£56

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious living room with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a dining area with a bar.

A Baymont by Wyndham hotel with a covered entrance and a parking lot.

A swimming pool with a metal ladder and a pool cleaning device.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and a television mounted on the wall.

16. Baymont by Wyndham Rapid City

4.7 mi from Ellsworth Air Force Base

Carl

£48

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An indoor water park with multiple water slides, a pool, and seating areas.

A patio area with a fire pit, green cushioned seating, and a view of a parking lot and buildings in the background.

A modern lounge area with green upholstered chairs, a round coffee table, and a stone accent wall.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area featuring green upholstered chairs, a round table, and a blue marble-patterned floor.

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rapid City

4.6 mi from Ellsworth Air Force Base

Diane

£54

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel with a blue water slide in front.

A circular outdoor seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by patterned sofas and chairs.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and a large window offering a view.

18. AmericInn by Wyndham Rapid City

6.5 mi from Ellsworth Air Force Base

Wendell

£54

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A rooftop terrace with a fire feature and seating.

A bar with a wooden counter, stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and mugs.

A modern living room with a sofa, ottoman, and dining area with chairs.

A dining area with tables and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a view of a landscape.

19. Hotel Alex Johnson Rapid City, Curio Collection by Hilton

8.4 mi from Ellsworth Air Force Base

Frieda

£71

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious hotel lobby with multiple dining tables and chairs, large windows, and a patterned carpet.

A lobby with a stone fireplace, a reception desk, and seating areas.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, TV, and a desk with a chair.

A lobby with a stone fireplace, seating areas, and large windows.

20. Hilton Garden Inn Rapid City

6.2 mi from Ellsworth Air Force Base

Michael

£72

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Ellsworth Air Force Base

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hampton Inn & Suites Rapid City Rushmore	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Sleep Inn & Suites Rapid City	8.8 Excellent 1,640 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rapid City, SD	9.0 Wonderful 2,208 reviews	View
Tru by Hilton Rapid City Rushmore	8.8 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Rapid City	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Top Ellsworth Air Force Base Hotel Reviews

Foothills Inn

8/10 Good

"Breakfast was severely lacking any appealing choices."

Travelodge by Wyndham Rapid City/Black Hills

8/10 Good

"1"

Comfort Suites Conference Center Rapid City

10/10 Excellent

"Jason was super helpful when checking us in. Many thanks."

Courtyard by Marriott Rapid City

8/10 Good

"I was disappointed there was not breakfast included and there was a daily parking fee charged."

Beautiful home with large yard and hot tub. Great for families!

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location, perfect amount bedrooms and bathrooms for 3 couples to stay plus extra room for kids. Very clean and great communication with the host. Easy check in. Would definitely stay again. Thank you"

Spacious 4-bedroom house in beautiful Box Elder with AC

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, quiet neighborhood with easy access to Rapid City, Blackhills, Mt. Rushmore, etc.Owner's communication is brilliant and hospitality is above and beyond."

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Bethlehem Cave Wild Adventure Park

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South Dakota Air and Space Museum

9.4/10 (57 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at South Dakota Air and Space Museum during your trip to Box Elder. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Dakota Fields Sports Complex

8.4/10 (5 reviews)

Catch an event at Dakota Fields Sports Complex during your trip to Rapid City. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Watiki Water Park

8.2/10 (981 reviews)

Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Watiki Water Park during your visit to Rapid City. Attend a sporting event while in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants.

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Central States Fair

Central States Fair is just one of the places to see in Rapid City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time for the notable monuments and horse riding in this family-friendly area.

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Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf

8.0/10 (10 reviews)

You can take time to visit Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf during your travels to Rapid City. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Rushmore Mall

8.6/10 (1,963 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Rushmore Mall during your trip to Rapid City. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Central States Fairgrounds

8.6/10 (205 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Central States Fairgrounds during your stay in Rapid City. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ellsworth Air Force Base?

Ellsworth Air Force Base is located in a welcoming area of Ellsworth AFB known for its array of dining options and sporting events. You'll find 30 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Ellsworth Air Force Base?

La Quinta Inn and Suites by Wyndham at WaTiki Waterpark is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a free water park and free breakfast. It's located 4.6 mi (7.3 km) from Ellsworth Air Force Base. Other good options within a few miles include Baymont by Wyndham Rapid City and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rapid City.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Ellsworth Air Force Base?

Expedia has 30 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Ellsworth Air Force Base.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ellsworth Air Force Base, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Ellsworth Air Force Base.

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1. Hampton Inn & Suites Rapid City Rushmore

2. Sleep Inn & Suites Rapid City

3. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rapid City, SD

4. Tru by Hilton Rapid City Rushmore

5. Courtyard by Marriott Rapid City

6. Best Western Plus Rapid City Rushmore

7. La Quinta Inn and Suites by Wyndham at WaTiki Waterpark

8. Staybridge Suites Rapid City - Rushmore by IHG

9. DoubleTree by Hilton Rapid City Downtown Convention Center

10. Elevation Inn & Suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Rapid City near Mt. Rushmore

12. ClubHouse Hotel & Suites - Rapid City

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Rapid City - Rushmore South by IHG

14. Comfort Suites Conference Center Rapid City

15. Home2 Suites by Hilton Rapid City

16. Baymont by Wyndham Rapid City

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rapid City

18. AmericInn by Wyndham Rapid City

19. Hotel Alex Johnson Rapid City, Curio Collection by Hilton

20. Hilton Garden Inn Rapid City

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Top Ellsworth Air Force Base Hotel Reviews

Foothills Inn

Travelodge by Wyndham Rapid City/Black Hills

Comfort Suites Conference Center Rapid City

Courtyard by Marriott Rapid City

Beautiful home with large yard and hot tub. Great for families!

Spacious 4-bedroom house in beautiful Box Elder with AC

Other attractions near Ellsworth Air Force Base

Bethlehem Cave Wild Adventure Park

South Dakota Air and Space Museum

Dakota Fields Sports Complex

Watiki Water Park

Central States Fair

Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf

Rushmore Mall

Central States Fairgrounds

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