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Check-in: 1:00 PM
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Local currency: USD
The La Quinta Inn & Suites Rapid City is home to the largest indoor water park in South Dakota. This convenient Rapid City hotel is located at Exit 61 on Interstate 90 with easy access to Mount Rushmore National Monument, Crazy Horse Memorial, Rushmore Plaza Civic Center, and many other family friendly attractions. Custer State Park, Sioux Park, and Reptile Gardens are just a short drive away from this unique Rapid City hotel. Shop at nearby Rushmore Mall before dining at one of several area restaurants.
Let the kids unwind in our 30,000 sq ft WaTiki Indoor Waterpark (adjoined to hotel) featuring waterslides, a lazy float river, arcade, lounge, and concession area, all in one convenient location.
For the business traveler we offer on site meeting facilities, business center, free wireless high-speed Internet access, and fitness center. We also offer a delicious Free Bright Side BreakfastTM, and each room is equipped with a microwave and refrigerator. This hotel is also pet friendly.
Whether you are traveling for business or pleasure the La Quinta Inn & Suites Rapid City is your ideal destination. Choose La Quinta when planning your next family trip to the Black Hills National Forest, Mt. Rushmore National Monument, Crazy Horse Monument, or the WaTiki Waterpark.
This Rapid City La Quinta Inn & Suites is a 100% non-smoking hotel.
Check-in: 1:00 PM
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Local currency: USD
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at this hotel, but within a reasonable distance and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel.
Overall score
4.1 out of 5
(22 reviews)
Reviews and scores for each hotel are collected from customers who purchased a stay at that hotel.
Reviewers are asked to rate a variety of hotel attributes on a scale of 1 to 5. The highest possible score is "5," meaning the user was "very satisfied," while "1" is the lowest, meaning the user was "very dissatisfied."
The "overall score" is an average of all reviewer scores submitted for a hotel.
Hotel address: 1416 North Elk Vale Rd, Rapid City, SD 57701
RAPID CITY, SD, 57701, US
Rapid City Regional Airport, (RAP), 6.00, NW, Mile
Suburban
This property has a smoke-free policy
Overall score
4.1 out of 5
(22 reviews)
Reviews and scores for each hotel are collected from customers who purchased a stay at that hotel.
Reviewers are asked to rate a variety of hotel attributes on a scale of 1 to 5. The highest possible score is "5," meaning the user was "very satisfied," while "1" is the lowest, meaning the user was "very dissatisfied."
The "overall score" is an average of all reviewer scores submitted for a hotel.
Score
2 out of 5
Pool Burn
Itchy Nov 22, 2009
Brought my family on a business trip so they could enjoy the indoor waterpark. The two younger ones got itchy, red, bumpy ... rashes from the pool. My wife and daughter faces looked like they had been sunburned after swimming. The youngest's bathing suit lost all its color. The park was fun but not worth the burns.
Traveler type: Family
Score
3 out of 5
Would have been great with family.
Cross Country Driver Nov 17, 2009
This hotel is ideal for a family vaca, especially if you wanna hit the indoor waterpark. As a single traveler all I wanted ... was a nice and quiet room to sleep in b4 my long drive the next day...let's just say that didn't happen. The room was really nice with high ceilings and quite clean but the sounds of kids and slamming doors lasted well until 1 am and started up again around 7am. Check out wasn't until 11am but evidence that the maid had started her rounds began at 9am and it was plain annoying. The 1 staff that worked the counter was crazy over-worked with customers leaving a line to join for those who wish to know the number to a local pizza place. It really was a nice place to stay...just not by yourself.
Traveler type: Single
Score
4 out of 5
La Quinta Inn, Rapid City
Darryll Nov 16, 2009
Was not aware there was a contiguous water park when I booked. Therefore noisy with many children. But visited the ... waterpark as a result.
Traveler type: Family
Indoor water park
Reviews represent the opinions of Orbitz customers, not of Orbitz or its staff.
Indoor water park
--Darryll, Tucson, AZ Nov 16, 2009
Minerva's Restaurant - one freeway exit up from the hotel has excellent food at reasonable prices.
--RetiredAndLovingIt, Richland, WA Oct 25, 2009
Go to the Black Hills before the end of September. Everything starts closing up in October and many of the area attractions are not open during the winter months.
--Bay Area Traveler, Redwood City, CA Oct 22, 2009
Overall score
4.1 out of 5
(22 reviews)
Reviews and scores for each hotel are collected from customers who purchased a stay at that hotel.
Reviewers are asked to rate a variety of hotel attributes on a scale of 1 to 5. The highest possible score is "5," meaning the user was "very satisfied," while "1" is the lowest, meaning the user was "very dissatisfied."
The "overall score" is an average of all reviewer scores submitted for a hotel.
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Score
2 out of 5
Pool Burn
Itchy Nov 22, 2009
Brought my family on a business trip so they could enjoy the indoor waterpark. The two younger ones got itchy, red, bumpy ... rashes from the pool. My wife and daughter faces looked like they had been sunburned after swimming. The youngest's bathing suit lost all its color. The park was fun but not worth the burns.
Traveler type: Family
Score
3 out of 5
Would have been great with family.
Cross Country Driver Nov 17, 2009
This hotel is ideal for a family vaca, especially if you wanna hit the indoor waterpark. As a single traveler all I wanted ... was a nice and quiet room to sleep in b4 my long drive the next day...let's just say that didn't happen. The room was really nice with high ceilings and quite clean but the sounds of kids and slamming doors lasted well until 1 am and started up again around 7am. Check out wasn't until 11am but evidence that the maid had started her rounds began at 9am and it was plain annoying. The 1 staff that worked the counter was crazy over-worked with customers leaving a line to join for those who wish to know the number to a local pizza place. It really was a nice place to stay...just not by yourself.
Traveler type: Single
Score
4 out of 5
La Quinta Inn, Rapid City
Darryll Nov 16, 2009
Was not aware there was a contiguous water park when I booked. Therefore noisy with many children. But visited the ... waterpark as a result.
Traveler type: Family
Indoor water park
Score
4 out of 5
Great Family place
Tenn girl Oct 30, 2009
Great for family with kids because of the water park, but not for a romantic get away. ...
Traveler type: Couples
Score
4 out of 5
Lots of amenities for price
The professor Oct 26, 2009
Great location. Easy access to Mt. Rushmore. Kids will love the indoor water park. ...
Traveler type: Family
Score
5 out of 5
Great Place to Stay
RetiredAndLovingIt Oct 25, 2009
We stayed two nights while visiting Mt. Rushmore on our way from Washington to Nebraska. We got a great rate - just over $50 ... per night for two of us. The property is just off the freeway and very easy to get to. The room was very comfortable and the staff was helpful and friendly. The continental breakfast was better than most, with hot waffles, several types of breads and pastries, boiled eggs, assorted fruits and juices. There is a large video arcade if you're traveling with kids. The only negative aspect (which didn't affect us because we rarely use the pool at motels anyway) is that there is an extra fee to use the pool at the attached waterpark.
Traveler type: Couples
Minerva's Restaurant - one freeway exit up from the hotel has excellent food at reasonable prices.
Score
4 out of 5
Relaxing Place to Stay
Bay Area Traveler Oct 22, 2009
This was a great place to stay. Very close to Mt. Rushmore, Badlands, Needles Hwy and a longer drive to Devil's Tower in ... Wyoming. The room was very clean and the hotel was nice enough to upgrade me to a king size bed instead of the 2 queens I had reserved. My only complaint is that there is a strong odor of chlorine in the lobby from the attached waterpark next door. The smell did not go into the rooms. The bathroom made a few weird noises, but quit after a short time. Very friendly staff.
Traveler type: Single
Go to the Black Hills before the end of September. Everything starts closing up in October and many of the area attractions are not open during the winter months.
Score
5 out of 5
Great Time
None Sep 26, 2009
Had a great stay ...
Traveler type: Couples
Score
4 out of 5
Good hotel
Amg Sep 22, 2009
It's very good. I paid only around $60. But this hotel has a great room and good pool etc. ...
Traveler type: Family
Score
5 out of 5
Great Location Great Rooms
Spyder #509 Aug 25, 2009
Great location with plenty to do with the HUGE water park. Easy to find and out of the main stream. ...
Traveler type: Friends
Score
2 out of 5
Not for the light sleepers.........
JBN May 28, 2009
Staff was very friendly and the hotel itself is in a very convenient location but rooms leave something to be desired. ... Inasmuch as this is a waterpark hotel, there were lots of kids(and adults) running around and being noisy. There were also several dogs on our floor who occassionally barked. If you want a quieter hotel after a day of sightseeing in the area, you best look elsewhere.
Traveler type: Friends
Several chain type restaurants within a few exits (this LaQuinta is right off I-90, X-61. There is also a good size mall & Wal*MArt at X-59. Easy access to jump to all local attractions (Rushmore, Badlands, Crazy Horse, Black Hills, etc)
Score
5 out of 5
Excellent Value
Susan Oct 17, 2008
The LaQuinta in Rapid City is a new facility located right off Interstate 90 in a very convenient location. The room was ... very nice with a desk, internet access, chair and plenty of room around the beds. Bathroom facilities looked new and clean. There is no restaurant in the facility, but there are good restaurants close by the names of which the staff were very willing to share with us. This was without a doubt the best quality hotel for the price of any that we have stayed in recently. I will definitely seek out a LaQuinta Inn on my next trip.
Traveler type: Couples
There is a water park attached to this motel. It would be a big attraction for children.
Score
5 out of 5
Great value for the price
Joseph Sep 21, 2008
The La Quinta Inn in Rapid City was a pleasant surprise. The personnel at the front desk were very helpful and friendly. ... Our room with two queen beds was large and well-furnished and very clean. The mattresses could not have been more comfortable in our opinion. A continental breakfast complete with waffles and the daily newspaper was a great way to start the day.
Traveler type: Couples
There was a gas station/convenience store one block away. Great place to pick up some snacks/drinks or even postcards!
Score
5 out of 5
pleasant , but short stay
Catherine Sep 5, 2008
My son and I stayed at the La Quinta overnight arriving in very late from the airport. Enroute from the airport I became ... quite lost (Rapid City has rather poor road signage) The staff were very helpful and patient with me as I had to call several times on the road for fresh directions. When we arrived they were glad to see us and check in took only a moment, then we were off to our nice comfy pillowtop beds uptairs. In the morning, we had the best (and the busiest) hotel continental breakfast that I've ever seen of it's kind. There was the option of making fresh waffles, as well as all kinds of other choices to suit different tastes. My son loved his waffle and doughnut, and I had a yogurt, a couple of hard boiled eggs and fruit, as well as juice and coffee. Two ladies were there the whole time doing nothing but passionately refilling, clearing, cleaning and chatting warmly with the guests. We felt more like customers in a family restaurant than people taking advantage of a complimentary service in a large hotel. We were off to a great start in the Black Hills!
Traveler type: Family
My 11 year old son loved Bear Country USA on the way to Mt. Rushmore. He was thrilled to get up so close to bears.
Score
5 out of 5
Very Comfortable Hotel
Pamela Jun 5, 2008
The La Quinta Inn & Suites In Rapid City, South Dakota was very comfortable, larger than expected, very clean, nice large ... bathroom also. There was construction on the road right outside the hotel, so it was a little difficult coming and going. The continental breakfast was very good.
Traveler type: Couples
Score
5 out of 5
Spacious and Well Designed
Phillip May 7, 2008
La Quinta Rapid City was very spacious. There was good storage for clothes and suitcases. The writing desk was a pleasant ... surprise with an outlet and Cat5 connection right on the end for computer hookup. Wireless also worked fine in the room. A very nice motel.
Traveler type: Couples
Score
5 out of 5
Very relaxing time a way from home
Serena Dec 1, 2007
La Quinta Inn & Suites in Rapid City South Dakota was a very comfortable stay. The room was just the right size for four ... people not to feel crowded. The water park was fun it was a chance for my husband and I and our friends to relax in the hot tub and act like kids again on the water slides. Very easy to find right off the interstate.
Traveler type: Couples
The Rushmore Mall is just a short drive away. Just get on the interstate heading west and its the next exit.
Score
5 out of 5
Extremly family friendly
Marilyn Nov 10, 2007
This hotel has a huge waterpark inside and therefore is full of families with children. Although I was not with kids, this ... did not bother me at all. It was still quiet and very comfortable. For a family with young kids they would have a blast! The room was comfortable, there was lots of parking and it has excellent highway access. The only drawback was its location at the very edge of town which was not close to many amenities.
Traveler type: Business
We visited Mount Rushmore on a day trip from here and still had time to drive through Custer State Park which is beautiful. The hotel is right on the main road which joins the highway to Rushmore making it extremely covenient.
Score
5 out of 5
Very clean & comfortable
Spencer Sep 25, 2007
Everything was in wonderful condition & a great value. The staff was friendly & the free breakfast bar was appealing. ...
Traveler type: Couples
Having the indoor waterpark next door is a big plus for traveling families.
Score
4 out of 5
Not for adult couples
Donna Sep 24, 2007
This LaQuinta was relatively new so the physical plant was good. However , there was a waterpark but no pool for guest use. ... The price of $19.95 was ridiculous for 2 people who wanted to relax/exercise for a half hour or so. Our room cleanliness got contiually worse from no towel replacement after the first night to no bathroom cleaning and trash emptying after the second. Breakfast was good. There is alot of construction on the interstate around the hotel causing some dangerous approaches and exits.
Traveler type: Couples
Small mall with several chain restaurants about 5 minutes away. Fast food within walking distace. On the outskirts of the city.
Reviews represent the opinions of Orbitz customers, not of Orbitz or its staff.
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Indoor water park
--Darryll, Tucson, AZ Nov 16, 2009
Minerva's Restaurant - one freeway exit up from the hotel has excellent food at reasonable prices.
--RetiredAndLovingIt, Richland, WA Oct 25, 2009
Go to the Black Hills before the end of September. Everything starts closing up in October and many of the area attractions are not open during the winter months.
--Bay Area Traveler, Redwood City, CA Oct 22, 2009
Several chain type restaurants within a few exits (this LaQuinta is right off I-90, X-61. There is also a good size mall & Wal*MArt at X-59. Easy access to jump to all local attractions (Rushmore, Badlands, Crazy Horse, Black Hills, etc)
--JBN, Massachuestts May 28, 2009
There is a water park attached to this motel. It would be a big attraction for children.
--Susan, Sioux Falls Oct 17, 2008
There was a gas station/convenience store one block away. Great place to pick up some snacks/drinks or even postcards!
--Joseph, Monroe Sep 21, 2008
My 11 year old son loved Bear Country USA on the way to Mt. Rushmore. He was thrilled to get up so close to bears.
--Catherine, Raleigh, NC Sep 5, 2008
The Rushmore Mall is just a short drive away. Just get on the interstate heading west and its the next exit.
--Serena, USA Dec 1, 2007
We visited Mount Rushmore on a day trip from here and still had time to drive through Custer State Park which is beautiful. The hotel is right on the main road which joins the highway to Rushmore making it extremely covenient.
--Marilyn, Buffalo, NY Nov 10, 2007
Having the indoor waterpark next door is a big plus for traveling families.
--Spencer, Des Moines, IA Sep 25, 2007
Small mall with several chain restaurants about 5 minutes away. Fast food within walking distace. On the outskirts of the city.
--Donna, Springfield, MO Sep 24, 2007
Mall is nearby, toy store and movie theatre and family dining. Everything is two exits away from the hotel.
--Josh, USA Jul 15, 2007
Reviews represent the opinions of Orbitz customers, not of Orbitz or its staff.
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