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Our top choices for Rapid City motels

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Rockerville Lodge & Cabins

Rockerville Lodge & Cabins
2.5 star property
Rapid City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"We loved our stay! The room was clean & the staff are amazing! We would absolutely stay here again!"
United States
Mikaela
The price is £97
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Rockerville Lodge & Cabins
Fireplace

Town House Motel

Town House Motel
2.0 star property
Historic Rapid City
7.0 out of 10, Good, (674 reviews)
"Better than expected given some negative reviews. The registration clerk was excellent in solving issues and very pleasant"
United States
Chris
The price is £87
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Town House Motel
Front of property

Lantern Inn

Lantern Inn
2.0 star property
Hill City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (328 reviews)
"The room was clean. The staff was helpful with places to eat, coffee shops & things to do!!"
United States
Janice
The price is £120
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Lantern Inn
Indoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers

Rodeway Inn Rapid City North

Rodeway Inn Rapid City North
2.0 star property
Rapid City
5.6 out of 10, (611 reviews)
"It's an older hotel that could use some updates, but our beds were comfortable, the air conditioner worked & the room was clean. Good value for what we paid. The staff was helpful & kind."
United States
Dayna
The price is £58
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Rodeway Inn Rapid City North
Front of property – evening/night

Lazy U Motel

Lazy U Motel
2.0 star property
Rapid City
6.8 out of 10, (121 reviews)
"Less than desirable people stay and hang out here."
United States
Gaspar
The price is £347
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Lazy U Motel
Lounge

Iron Horse Inn

Iron Horse Inn
2.5 star property
Whitewood
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (706 reviews)
"Great economy choice with restaurant on site."
United States
Terra
The price is £64
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Iron Horse Inn
Terrace/patio

Chalet Motel

Chalet Motel
2.5 star property
Custer
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (674 reviews)
"Clean room great location when staying in the Custer area"
United States
Adam
The price is £82
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Chalet Motel
Terrace/patio

Whitetail Creek Resort

Whitetail Creek Resort
2.0 star property
Lead
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (244 reviews)
"What a wonderful location and cabin! It was so relaxing. Great place to stay."
United States
Karin
The price is £93
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Whitetail Creek Resort
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Super 8 by Wyndham Sturgis

Super 8 by Wyndham Sturgis
2.0 star property
Sturgis
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,013 reviews)
"Excellent staff and very quiet. Parking was excellent and very convenient to anything I wanted to see. Breakfast was also very good."
United States
Christine
The price is £82
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Super 8 by Wyndham Sturgis
Exterior

Cedar Wood Inn

Cedar Wood Inn
2.0 star property
Deadwood
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (853 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay and the property was cute and well maintained."
United States
amy
The price is £83
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Cedar Wood Inn
Exterior

Chief Motel

Chief Motel
2.0 star property
Custer
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (548 reviews)
"Been here multiple times, awesome staff, very clean, and great pool!"
United States
Landon
The price is £89
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Chief Motel
Restaurant

Rocket Motel

Rocket Motel
2.0 star property
Custer
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (326 reviews)
"The friendly staff. That you have a parking spot by your room."
United States
Verla
The price is £113
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Rocket Motel
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Top Rapid City Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus Rapid City Rushmore

Best Western Plus Rapid City Rushmore

8/10 Good
"Great location as it is centrally located to Mt Rushmore, Badlands, and Deadwood. The staff were great and breakfast was good. Rooms were nice but pillows were awful. The fitness center air conditioning was out for our entire 5 day stay. ,"
Donald 4-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Best Western Plus Rapid City Rushmore

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Rapid City Motels information

Number of reviews
6,489
Accommodation
7 Motels
Lowest Price
£58
Highest Price
£347

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Rapid City?
As you'll save on your room, you can experience more of the activities in Rapid City. Not-to-be-missed sights include Black Hills National Forest in Rapid City, as well as Mount Rushmore and Mount Rushmore National Memorial in the area.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
Motels often have free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motels usually have exterior corridors overlooking the car park or an outdoor pool. Motels made their debut in the 1920s as a convenient place to stay for the weary traveller driving along America's major roadways.
What are the best motels in Rapid City?
Rockerville Lodge & Cabins: Stay within a 20-minute drive of Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Mount Rushmore. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi and self-parking. Rodeway Inn Rapid City North: Free breakfast and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as air conditioning. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Rushmore Mall and Watiki Water Park. Town House Motel: Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi, along with in-room amenities such as a microwave. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Main Street Square and The Monument Civic Center. Mountain View Lodge & Cabins: It's located within a short 8-minute drive of Black Hills National Forest. A seasonal outdoor pool along with freebies such as breakfast, WiFi and self-parking are available during your stay. Lazy U Motel: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Main Street Square and The Monument Civic Center. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
How many motels should I expect to find in Rapid City?
Expedia has 6 affordable motels in Rapid City.
What can I do in Rapid City?
Explore the notable monuments and fun-filled water parks while you're sightseeing in this family-friendly area. People visiting Rapid City have good things to say about the art scene. Favourite places in and around Rapid City include Black Hills National Forest, Mount Rushmore and Mount Rushmore National Memorial. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Dinosaur Park, Black Hills Caverns and Sheridan Lake. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Watiki Water Park, Fort Hays Old West Town & Dinner Show and Reptile Gardens.
What's the weather like in Rapid City?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Rapid City to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of -2°C. The snowiest months in Rapid City are April, March, February and December, with each month seeing an average of 17 cm of snowfall.
What are my options for getting around Rapid City while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Rapid City to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional), which is located 9.1 mi (14.7 km) away from the city centre. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.