$89 Avg/night
Rate based on Check-in: May 22, 2013 Check-out: May 23, 2013

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rapid City

3 stars
1314 N. Elk Vale Road, 1314 N. Elk Vale Road, Rapid City, SD 57703
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.0
out of 5
25 reviews
Family getaway

It was a great location. Access to the water park was fine. Would of liked to have access to the... See full review

  • Bicycle Dar
  • May 12, 2013
Deadwood

Hotel was very clean and was right in the center of where we needed to travel too. See full review

  • tricket
  • Feb 8, 2013
Easy access to Black Hills attractions -- and an epic water park, too
Book a room at the Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Rapid City and kids will thank their parents. The hotel stands adjacent to WaTiki, the largest indoor water park in South Dakota and an aquatic heaven for children of all ages. The hotel also connects to Sliders Bar and Grill, a popular hangout for sports fans with its 10-foot video wall, and its location just off Interstate 90 makes for easy day-tripping to sites like Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Crazy Horse Memorial.
Highlights
  • Adjacent to WaTiki Indoor Water Park
  • Adjacent to Sliders Bar and Grill
  • Free breakfasts include hot treats like waffles and breakfast sandwiches
Location
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Rapid City is situated on the east side of town, nine miles from the Rapid City Regional Airport and minutes from Interstate 90. Like most hotels in the area, it lies within an easy drive of signature Black Hills attractions (Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Custer State Park and more).
Rooms
Starting at about 300 square feet, the rooms and suites at  Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Rapid City feature up-to-date amenities (LCD televisions, plush bedding) and spacious work desks (ergonomic chair included). Forty-eight suites are available, including the retro-themed "WaTiki Balcony Reef Suite," whose two balconies overlook the water park action.
Dining
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Rapid City treats guests to a complimentary breakfast with items like waffles and breakfast sandwiches. Sliders Bar and Grill serves lunch and dinner next door (think gourmet pizzas and slider sandwiches, salads and entrees), and various restaurants lie with a three-mile drive, including T.G.I. Fridays, Olive Garden and Outback Steakhouse.
Recreation
The primary draw, of course, is WaTiki Indoor Water Park, whose 30,000 square feet span six waterslides, a lazy river, and an arcade (entry fees apply). Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Rapid City guests can also use the on-site fitness center, which has free weights, two treadmills, an elliptical, a stationary bike and a personal LCD screen for every machine.
Transportation
  • Black Hills Gray Line (4 mi/6.4 km)
  • Rapid City Regional Airport (6.1 mi/9.8 km)
Attractions
  • Ellsworth Air Force Base (3.5 mi/5.6 km)
  • Reptile Gardens (9.6 mi/15.4 km)
  • Bear Country USA (11.2 mi/18 km)
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial (21.3 mi/34.3 km)
  • Custer State Park (29.2 mi/46.9 km)
  • Crazy Horse Monument (30.1 mi/48.4 km)
Business
  • Full-service business center with three computers and free printing
  • An 1,120-square-foot room for meetings and events

Amenities

  • High-speed internet
  • FREE airport shuttle
  • FREE parking
  • Indoor pool
  • Smoke-free policy
General
Air conditioned
Smoke-free policy
Free local telephone calls
Elevators
Ice machine
Activities
Indoor pool
Fitness center or spa
Health club
Exercise gym
Jacuzzi
Game room
Tennis
Water skiing
Horseback riding
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Continental breakfast
Restaurant
Coffee maker in room
Room service
Meal plan - continental
Vending machines
Services
24 hour front desk
Business center
Maid service
Laundry service
Express check in
Guest laundromat
Express checkout
Laundry/Valet services
ATM/Cash machine
Security
Wake-up service
Safe deposit box
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Car rental desk
FAX
Drugstore
Florist
Internet
High-speed internet
Transportation
FREE airport shuttle
Parking
FREE parking
Parking
Accessibility
Accessible facilities
Accessible parking
Room
Television with cable
Radio
Telephone
AM/FM alarm clock
Free newspaper
Hairdryer in room
Microwave
Bathroom telephone
Cribs available
In room movies
Sofa bed
Temperature control
Shower
Iron
Ironing board
Bath tub

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Hotel Map

44.0655 -103.1617
Area served
Rapid City
Nearby airports
Rapid City Regional Airport, (RAP), 9.00, MI, SE;
Area description
Expressway, Location Type: Expressway

Dining

Sliders Bar and Grill
211 Seat Restaurant and bar featuring Gourmet Pizza, Sliders, Salads and more...

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
04:00 PM
Check-out:
12:00 PM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (25)

Ratings and reviews for Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rapid City

Overall score

4 / 5
25 out of 25
Amenities:
3.8
Room cleanliness:
4.4
Hotel staff:
4.1
Room comfort:
4.2
Location:
4.2
Value:
3.8

84% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rapid City

Reviewer score

5
Bicycle Dar
IA
May 12, 2013

Family getaway

It was a great location. Access to the water park was fine. Would of liked to have access to the hot tub after 9pm before 9pm kids from the water park would invade and use the jets to spray. The breakfast bar was well stocked at all times. Lots of choices. There was easy access to Mt Rushmore and all other activities.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rapid City

Reviewer score

4
Montana Skier
Big Sky Montant
Feb 9, 2013

Nice break for the long distance drivers

Rolling in at 11:00 at night is sometimes a challenge. The staff was outstanding, helpful and everyone of the five people that I talked with was polite and glad to to be there. A very good breakfast.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rapid City

Reviewer score

5
tricket
Biwabik MN
Feb 8, 2013

Deadwood

Hotel was very clean and was right in the center of where we needed to travel too.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rapid City

Reviewer score

4
Peter1982
Tacoma, WA
Nov 29, 2012

Good Stuff

Great stay, very affordable. It is very cheap and a great value.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rapid City

Reviewer score

4
Sumrtym
Hettinger, ND
Nov 26, 2012

Weekend away from the kids!!

We came to Rapid to do a little Christmas shopping and time away from the kids for the two of us to spend time together and relax for a bit. Was good time and staff was great. We ate at Sliders Bar and Grill....food was awesome and bartenders were very good. One suggestion, was pretty drafty or chilly sitting there....not sure if the heat is on due to the weather not being cold enough. Overall, really nice time and look forward to it again and MAYBE bring the kids to the waterpark when the new addition is added on!!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rapid City

Reviewer score

3
Panthers Game
Business
Sioux City, IA
Oct 30, 2012

Good location - Good rate

Room was spacious and comfortable. Breakfast area was neat and clean.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rapid City

Reviewer score

4
JTVLS
UT
Sep 26, 2012

Good experience

Good place to stay. The kids especially enjoyed the water park.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3
Value:
3
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

Great water park

Review of Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rapid City

Reviewer score

2
IL Mom
Chicago, IL
May 5, 2012

OK for one nite

Stayed for one night while on road trip. Staff was the highlight, courteous and friendly. Got special rate and subpar room. Freight train tracks literally sixty to seventy feet in back of property where our room was. Several times during night, major trains barreled thru! Hotel attached to water park. Great for kids, not so great for chlorine odor. But we were so tired, very little phased us. General thought: you get what you pay for.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
1
Location:
1
Value:
2
Review of Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rapid City

Reviewer score

4
dsundet
Business
Sioux Falls, SD, USA
Oct 31, 2011

great family hotel

I was only in town for work, so i wasn't in the room much, but from the time i was there it was everything you'd expect from a hotel. Was clean and quiet. Staff was very helpful. Waterpark looked great for kids to enjoy.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
3
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rapid City

Reviewer score

4
TAT22
Miles City, Mt 59301, USA
Sep 27, 2011

Great Fun, Mostly Great Space

We decided at this hotel mainly because of the waterpark and restaurant features. The beds were great and the experience was an awesome one. We were a bit disappointed in the lack of a refrig and micro in our room. We stayed a in a basic 2 queen room and I guess the appliances are only found in the king rooms or suites? Also, for the price the bathroom and other room decor--minus the very large TV--were average. The breakfast was also very basic with all waffles as a hot option. However, the beds were AMAZINGLY comfy.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
3
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