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MainStay Suites Rapid City

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Watiki Water Park

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
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Suite, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Located near Central States Fairgrounds, MainStay Suites Rapid City offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and a cozy firepit. Unwind at the indoor pool, stay connected with in-room WiFi, enjoy dry cleaning services, visit the gym or computer station. With laundry services and extended parking available too - plus helpful staff that previous guests rave about.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast included

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Rapid City, MainStay Suites Rapid City is in the city center and near the beach. Mount Rushmore National Memorial is a cultural highlight and some of the area's popular attractions include Watiki Water Park and Central States Fairgrounds. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Sioux Pottery are also worth visiting. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours and hot springs, or seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Map
3321 Outfitter Road, Rapid City, SD, 57703

What's nearby

  • Watiki Water Park - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Rushmore Mall - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Central States Fairgrounds - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • The Monument Civic Center - 7 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Main Street Square - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪7 Brew Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sickies Garage Burgers & Brews - ‬2 min walk

About this property

MainStay Suites Rapid City

Hotel near Watiki Water Park
Located close to Central States Fairgrounds, MainStay Suites Rapid City provides free continental breakfast, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and a firepit. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a gym.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An indoor pool and outdoor pool access nearby, along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • A free area shuttle, access to a nearby indoor pool, and a front-desk safe
  • A 24-hour front desk, bicycle parking, and a computer station
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 97 rooms have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and shower/tub combinations
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, kitchens, and full-sized refrigerators/freezers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Free area shuttle up to 5 mi
  • Free shopping center shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free covered extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2012
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Double sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, per adult, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to midnight
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does MainStay Suites Rapid City have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and outdoor pool access. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–midnight.

Is MainStay Suites Rapid City pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at MainStay Suites Rapid City?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at MainStay Suites Rapid City?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at MainStay Suites Rapid City?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does MainStay Suites Rapid City provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is MainStay Suites Rapid City located?

Located in the heart of Rapid City, this hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Watiki Water Park and 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Central States Fairgrounds. Mount Rushmore National Memorial is 26.1 mi (42 km) away.

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MainStay Suites Rapid City Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 488 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 298 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1014 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aubin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for flying in late one night and needing crash pad before heading out on my trip the next day.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for the stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Staff did amazing even though they were short staffed they accommodated well. Breakfast area was clean. The room was excellent although it stayed pretty warm for our comfort level and we had some box elder bugs in the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hassle free check in. Very quiet and rooms were clean and comfortable. Very nice to have a kitchenette.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Didier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
parking easy, facility was nice and clean. All satisfying
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Neil

Liked: Staff & service
It was a good enough place to stay for the price. Average continental breakfast, room was not vacuumed but the staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Allison

The staff were nice but my room was not changed very well prior to my arrival. The was a beer bottle cap on the floor near the bed and the sink had food left in it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a good place to stay in Rapid City.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a fine place to stay. Nothing too fancy, but allowed us a good nights sleep. Kids enjoyed the breakfast too. Loved it had a pool.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bharathy

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room had a weird smell. No one came to clear the trash or take dirty towels.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful. The free shuttle was also very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet area with outside courtyard
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was well maintained, clean and the rooms were very large. The place is just outside of town, so there is no where you can walk to. BUT everything was a short drive away. Very close to Mount Rushmore and the Bad lands. Because we had a suit with a full size refig, dishwasher, sink and a stove they never made up our room. I guess that was expected? The breakfast was basic with hard boiled eggs, bread, bagels, fruit, juice, coffee, tea. I would recommeng.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

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

Family trip

Two night stay over on way to NP. Nice it had mini kitchen to make meals.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

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

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

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

Birthday getaway

It was a cute little suite. it accommodated our sons birthday.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

NATHANIEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
wonderful & comfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

jennifer

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So very dirty and run down. There was someone else’s left over food still in our fridge. I’m sure if you’re a man and on a road crew it’s great but not for a family and a one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed at a few mainstay hotels this was the most updated
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price, as we had 4 guys on a work related trip! Very convenient as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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