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Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel in Watertown with a casino and airport shuttle service

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Restaurant
Microwave
King Suite | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Sports bar

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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16415 Sioux Conifer Rd, Watertown, SD, 57201
  • Place, Dakota Sioux Casino
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Kampeska
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Watertown Mall
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Watertown, SD (ATY-Watertown Regional)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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2 Queen | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

2 Queen

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Master Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Master Meeting (1 bed)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Handicap

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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King Couch | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Couch

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Master 2 Queen

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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King Suite | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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31-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, pay movies

Meeting room

  • Sleeps 10
  • 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Watertown

Located within a leisurely stroll of Dakota Sioux Casino, Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel is within a 15-minute drive of Bramble Park Zoo. This 91-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a casino, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Dakota Sioux Casino - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lake Kampeska - 13 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Terry Redlin Museum - 17 min drive - 16.4 miles
  • Watertown Mall - 17 min drive - 13.5 miles
  • Lake Poinsett - 52 min drive - 45.4 miles

Getting around

  • Watertown, SD (ATY-Watertown Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Backroads Coffeehouse & Lunchboxx - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Sandbar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Dakota Sioux Casino - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Country Road Barn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Northshore Chophouse - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel

Hotel in Watertown with a casino and airport shuttle service
Guests of Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel enjoy features like a casino, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. There's free parking, as well as a free airport shuttle at scheduled times. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. Additional amenities include a microwave in a common area, laundry facilities, and a water dispenser.
31-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels and pay movies, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Stretch out in the jetted tub. Free local calls and safes are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 3:00 PM to midnight at scheduled times
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 12 gaming tables
  • 363 slot machines
  • Casino (17,964 square feet of space)
  • Sportsbook
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar in bathtub (22 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (34 inches high)
  • Portable bathtub seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 31-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle (available during limited hours). Driving? This property offers free 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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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 debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel?

This hotel is located in Watertown, just steps from Dakota Sioux Casino. You'll also find Lake Kampeska nearby.

How much does it cost to stay at Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel?

As of Dec 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel on Dec 24, 2025 start from $78.49, 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.

Is parking available on site at Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel have a casino on the premises?

Yes, Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel has a casino that's 17964 square feet and includes 12 gaming tables, 363 slot machines, and a sportsbook.

Is there an indoor pool at Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel?

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

Are there hot tubs at Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel?

No, but all guestrooms at this hotel have jetted bathtubs.

Does Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel.

Does Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel have connecting rooms?

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

How far is the airport from Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel?

The closest major airport to Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel is Watertown, SD (ATY-Watertown Regional), which is 6.6 mi away (13 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel.

Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 42 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jaimie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unique set up

We had a hard time figuring out the thermostat and had to call on how to make the water in the shower work. First for us!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is very outdated and small. Elevators were noisy and had warning posted in case you get stranded!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They need to get the reservation. Straightened out between Expedia and the casino. Because I have received the wrong room both times that I reserved it on here and had to get it corrected.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

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

10/10 Excellent

Dusty

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not enough pillows in room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

This was a very comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Veronica

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Jim

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A gamble paid off

Room was spacious and clean. An odor of smoke only in the hallway. Breakfast was oof the menu and very reasonable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kim

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was ok. Water pressure was ok. You can tell the hotel is out dated. But, it is convenient with the casino.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Gene

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Need up date
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
It was fun and everyone was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The burger in the Deli was fantastic and a great price, they have Pepsi throughout the Casino - yeah!. Friendly staff all around. The room was spacious and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisha

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

rhonda

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jacob

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only complaint is no refrigerator or microwave in room. But will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025