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Brookings Inn

3.5 star property
Art Deco hotel with a water park and free breakfast

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Lobby
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Pool View | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Indoor pool
Birthday party area
Exterior

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
2500 6th Street, Brookings, SD, 57006
  • McCrory Gardens
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • South Dakota State University
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Swiftel Center
    ‪17 min walk‬

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Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Pool View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Pool View | Living area | 24-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Pool View

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Pool View | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Pool View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Brookings

Brookings Inn places you within a mile (2 km) of popular attractions like McCrory Gardens and South Dakota State University. This 119-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast, a water park, and an indoor pool.

What's nearby

  • McCrory Gardens - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • South Dakota State University - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Swiftel Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Larson Ice Center - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Children's Museum of South Dakota - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hy-Vee Chinese Express - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Brookings Inn

Art Deco hotel with a water park and free breakfast
Brookings Inn features a water park, an indoor pool, and a lazy river. Free parking is available if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include a children's pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 24-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include coffee makers, free local calls, and ironing boards.
An indoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a water park (surcharge) and a lazy river.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Lazy river
  • TV in common areas
  • Water park
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Water park (surcharge)
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (5,400 square feet of space)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1970
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - December 2017
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 20 per accommodation, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (75 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free rollaway/extra beds are available
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Brookings Days Inn
Days Inn Brookings
Days Inn Hotel Brookings
Days Inn Wyndham Brookings Hotel
Days Inn Wyndham Brookings
Brookings Days Inn
Brookings Inn Hotel
Brookings Inn Brookings
Dakotah Lodge of Brookings
Brookings Inn Hotel Brookings
Days Inn by Wyndham Brookings

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Brookings Inn?

Brookings Inn provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Brookings Inn?

As of Jul 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Brookings Inn on Aug 8, 2025 start from $112.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do within easy reach of Brookings Inn?

Guests enjoy the hotel's location in Brookings based on their ratings, and it's a short 16-minute walk from McCrory Gardens and also 20 minutes on foot from Larson Ice Center. You'll also find SDSU Dairy Sales Bar and Children's Museum of South Dakota within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Brookings Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Free RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does Brookings Inn include a casino at the property?

No, Brookings Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Brookings Inn?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 10:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Brookings Inn?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an indoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does Brookings Inn have a hot tub?

Yes, this hotel has a spa tub.

Does Brookings Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Brookings Inn serves free continental breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does Brookings Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Brookings Inn for a fee of USD 20 per accommodation, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Brookings Inn?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Brookings Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Brookings Inn.

Does Brookings Inn host weddings?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Brookings Inn.

Brookings Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 233 out of 1031 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 223 out of 1031 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 213 out of 1031 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 222 out of 1031 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 140 out of 1031 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tyran

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Trisha

Traveled with family and small children
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Heather

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In desperate need of updates! 1/2 the public bathrooms were out of order, no ice machines available, “fitness facility” was moved to a guest room…the “continental breakfast” was choice of 4 sugar filled cereals, prepackaged muffins, like warm coffee….
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Traveled with family
Disappointed in the breakfast choices.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My first time at the Brookings Inn, and I can't find anything to complain about. There's a free continental breakfast, and its in a convenient location. I will stay again for my next trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Josh

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poor cleaning of the bathroom, breathe right strip found in tub. Overall seemed run down and unkept/out dated. TV was useless, bed sat on 2x4 frame on the ground. Very low toilet and counter in bathroom. Outside area was filthy and not cleaned. Staff was not professionally presentable. Overall building had a very off putting smell to it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Andrea

Property was old, outdated smelly. I can only say the bed was clean but old lumpy mattress. Overall quality conditions were horrible. Remote don’t work to the TV. Staff was dressed in regular clothes that appeared dirty with holes. They were lazy sitting in chairs at the desk and breakfast was not attended nor replenished. We won’t pay a dime for this property in the future and willing to pay more $ somewhere else.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, Basehor

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our stay was very nice. Our kids enjoyed the water park. It was perfect for our 5 and 6 year old. It may not be enough to satisfy a teenager or older kid, but for the cheap price, you can't beat it. Facilities are definitely older, but the cost of the room was the cheapest I have seen in awhile. The doorknob fell off of our bathroom door during our visit, but it was a matter of the screws not staying in place. Didn't bother us. Continental breakfast was fairly basic, but they had the waffle maker which is generally our go to choice. Overall, it will definitely be our hotel of choice if we return to Brookings.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Price and splash zone
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Katie

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms definitely need updated. Pictures online didn’t look like the room in person. The breakfast was nothing special. Kids pool was freezing. My littles kids did not want to be in the water for that reason. Thankfully the hot tub was big so we just hung out there. Someone needs to be on duty during busy pool hours because people left trash and wet towels on the lounging chairs and floor. Was gross!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Carey

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Joshua

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kim

Business traveler, Traveled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Going to check in and lobby was dirty. The room was outdated but the bathroom had mold around the tub. The hallways were extremely dirty as well. I did not feel safe at this property. I asked for a refund and the staff was helpful with that.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Andy

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Dirty

Pool was kind of brown, there was a soggy donut next to lazy river, bed was dirty with hair on sheets that didn’t belong to us. Overall very run down. Wouldn’t stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jorge

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cockroach

4/10 Poor

Tami

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We supposedly got a remodeled room, but it was still nasty. Bedspread was stained, ceilings all stained, doors dirty…couldn’t wait to leave this place!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christina

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was very dirty. Dried up French fries laying on the floor, half a donut hole, candy wrappers, & plastic bag that held donut holes and empty muffing wrapper all on the ground. Just nasty. If the grandkids wouldn’t have loved the pool we would have left
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

TLC

Itbwas awesome, just needs some serious updating!! Food and drinks at the connecting restaurant all amazing and water park very cool, just needs some TLC!! Also mu husband went down to get breakfast and there was a line of people waiting for food for continental breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

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