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Best Western Empire Towers

2.5 star property
Colonial hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Best Western Empire Towers, in a shopping district, offers a practical home base with free full breakfast and WiFi. Guests can swim in the indoor pool or relax in the lobby with a TV after exploring. Business travelers will appreciate the on-site business center.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Showing 22 of 22 rooms

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Microwave And Refrigerator, Work Desk, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4

King Room with Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 2

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Room, 1 King Bed (Dining Table) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Dining Table)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Dining Table) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Dining Table)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

King Room with Recliner

  • Sleeps 2

1 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking, Microwave and Refrigerator, Work Desk, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible-1 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Roll in Shower, Microwave and Refrigerator, Wi-Fi, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible-1 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, Microwave and Refrigerator, Wi-Fi, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Suite-2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Dining Room, Work Desk, Microwave and Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Suite-2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Kitchenette, Dining Table, Work Desk, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Dining Table)

  • Sleeps 4

Queen Room-Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Map
4100 W Shirley Place, Sioux Falls, SD, 57106

What's nearby

  • Empire Mall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Avera Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Sanford USD Medical Center - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Great Plains Zoo - 6 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Denny Sanford Premier Center - 7 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Best Western Empire Towers

Hotel near Denny Sanford Premier Center
Best Western Empire Towers provides amenities like free full breakfast and a business center. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, express check-out, and free newspapers
  • Multilingual staff, a vending machine, and a computer station
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 62 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like high-speed internet. Guest reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Microwaves, cribs/infant beds, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1993
  • Colonial architecture
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20.00
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday:
  • Indoor pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 90 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.00 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Breakage deposit: USD 75.00 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 0.00 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.00 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

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 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, debit cards, and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Empire Towers have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Best Western Empire Towers pet-friendly?

Yes, Best Western Empire Towers allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 90 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Best Western Empire Towers?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Empire Towers?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 20.00 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Best Western Empire Towers?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Best Western Empire Towers located?

Located in Mall District, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Empire Mall, Cinemark Century Sioux Falls 14, and The Outdoor Campus. Avera Hospital and Augustana College are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Best Western Empire Towers Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 409 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 326 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 149 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 1001 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Tom

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was not very clean and bed was not very comfortable, but it was quiet, bath and shower were pretty good, and air conditioner worked well. Overall the room was adequate. “Free” breakfast was pathetic. The hotel is back in an area surrounded by a lot of other buildings, making it a little hard to find.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay for a basketball tournament!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Wish the breakfast had more gluten free options
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Leah

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

Decent room, great breakfast

The hotel looks older and could use renovating. The room seemed decently clean but smelled musty. The continental breakfast in the morning had many choices and was the best part of the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only thing we did not like was the bed. Bed springs dug into our backs. I slept on the couch. This stop was to rest on a long trip. No such luck. Can’t complain about the facilities or the staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barliyanti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a clean and spacious room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

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

Lovely Hotel

Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Leslie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Mattress needs replaced. Decor needs updated. Breakfast offering was great, however eggs were cold.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

THOMAS

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

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to a lot of dining spots and shopping at the mall

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel staff pleasant upon arrival, easy check in. Room was clean but less to be desired. We did not use any of the amenities or stay for breakfast before leaving. The room above us was noisy and we could hear people stomping around but not the hotels fault.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had minor trouble finding the hotel, better signage recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Clayton

I was double charged for the room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly service, clean environment, comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The building and facilities were well maintained. The room was also clean and functional. The only negative was trying find the building. Itcwas not well marked, and difficult to find. We would have missed it without gps.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Scott

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Felt unsafe around area. Beds were soft and sheets felt old. Tv was small and remote was hard to operate. No place to charge technology. Breakfast eggs were soggy. We won’t be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jody

Liked: Amenities
Only thing that was not up to par was the satellite for the tv it kept going in and out
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Great Stay

We stayed for 4 nights and everything went smoothly. The breakfast was full of options, the room was in good condition, the hallways were clean, and the elevator was nice. They did not have Do not destirb signs, but if you asked the front desk for no cleaning they make a note, and the housekeepers will give you a little sign if you ask them. They were very nice about it and told us if we needed anything to just ask as they were going by or the front desk. Pretty decent location, tucked back but right near many fast food and shopping places. Right next to the mall! The only weird encounter was a man sleeping out in an office chair under a tree. Overall we felt pretty safe.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the small hotel feel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Okay but

My expectations, set by the online pictures, weren't met during my stay. The carpet was old and dark, and the pool area had a distinct, musty odor, suggesting it wasn't well-maintained. Given this experience, I will try to avoid both this specific hotel and its brand in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, and a food breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, beds comfortable, coffee great and breakfast was outstanding
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was the best stay of the entire trip - thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. Very nice rooms. The breakfast was excellent. Didn’t explore the area as just transiting through. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, safe and they fed us!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

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