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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rapid City

2.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 restaurants and 4 indoor pools

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rapid City sits just minutes from the airport with two restaurants serving American cuisine. Guests start their day with breakfast, relax by the lobby fireplace, or enjoy some friendly competition in the hotel's arcade.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Parking available

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Renovated in 2023
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(85 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Renovated in 2023
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Renovated in 2023
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1314 Elk Vale Rd, Rapid City, SD, 57703

What's nearby

  • Watiki Water Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Central States Fairgrounds - 7 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • The Monument Civic Center - 7 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Main Street Square - 8 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Monument Health - 12 min drive - 7.2 miles

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪7 Brew Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rapid City

Family-friendly hotel remodeled in 2023 and located near Watiki Water Park
Located close to Central States Fairgrounds, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rapid City provides free continental breakfast, free water park access, and a poolside bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and American cuisine. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a coffee shop/cafe and an arcade/game room.
You'll also find perks like:
  • 4 indoor pools and a children's pool, along with a lazy river, a waterslide, and pool umbrellas
  • Self parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and access to a nearby indoor pool
  • Express check-in, a front-desk safe, and ATM/banking services
  • An elevator, a TV in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 144 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 55-inch HDTVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 9.55 per night)
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Perkins
  • Sliders

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • 4 indoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Free water park
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Lazy river
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • 4 indoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Fenced pool
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Free water park access
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Pool gate
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • In a nature reserve
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 8 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (48 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar near toilet (36 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 2005
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lifeguards
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Renovated entire property - July 2023
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LED TV with premium cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests are required to download the property's Marriott Bonvoy mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 250 per accommodation, per stay
  • A damage deposit of USD 250 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 9.55 per night
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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, 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
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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

We should mention

Pool access available from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rapid City have a pool?

Yes, this property has 4 Indoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 4:00 PM–9:00 PM.

Is Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rapid City pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 9.55 per night.

What time is check-in at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rapid City?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rapid City?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rapid City located?

This family-friendly Rapid City hotel is located near the airport, 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Watiki Water Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Rushmore Mall and Central States Fairgrounds. South Dakota School of Mines and Technology and The Monument Civic Center are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rapid City Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 596 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 235 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 1004 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tempest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff makes this place an enjoyable place to stay at!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Dean

Liked: Staff & service
The pool area is amazing,
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean and conveniently located with several dining options close by. Shuttle to airport runs daily.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience, loved the water slides and walking path was loved by my bird dog.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Nichole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was nice to have the water park and arcade onsite
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Brynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, fun water park
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Favorable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked it so much that we extended our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristoffer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved that our room was right down the hallway from the pool after a long travel day, we also appreciated having food options right there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

LaNae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to sit outside by the fire pits abd get a good nights sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast Didn't use the waterpark but what a great thing to have - wished we would have had the grandkids along Loved staying there - would have spend a night returning from Yellowstone but it was full
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff and even though we didn't use it, it was nice they offered complementary tickets to the water park right next door.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, room and bath very clean and up to date, helpful staff. No complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Grand kids loved the water park!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in Rapid City.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, good price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room! We got an upgrade a king suite! The room was especially clean with updated bathroom. Hot breakfast was provided and all staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and Quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Water park looked fun,for kids,did not try for myself,room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROSALIND IRENE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will definitely coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

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

Great family hotel

Great hotel for a family trip to South Dakota. All the staff were friendly and the kids loved the water park. Close to Mt Rushmore and Custer State park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean and the kids enjoyed the water park.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Franklin

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The overall hotel definatly doesnt have the standards as what Marriott chain will consider as part of their identity hotel looks more like 2 star hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Amenities
It was clean and the staff was friendly. Perfect location for the activities we planned.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

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