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1. Rockerville Lodge & Cabins

Rockerville Lodge & Cabins
2.5 star property
Rapid City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Staff was very accommodating."
United States
Alan
The price is AU$148
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Rockerville Lodge & Cabins

2. Town House Motel

Town House Motel
2.0 star property
Historic Rapid City
7.0 out of 10, Good, (684 reviews)
"Better than expected given some negative reviews. The registration clerk was excellent in solving issues and very pleasant"
United States
Chris
The price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Town House Motel

3. Lantern Inn

Lantern Inn
2.0 star property
Hill City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (341 reviews)
"I would definitely stay here again!"
United States
Stacey
The price is AU$184
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Lantern Inn

4. Rodeway Inn Rapid City North

Rodeway Inn Rapid City North
2.0 star property
Rapid City
5.4 out of 10, (648 reviews)
"Had an interesting stay love it here"
United States
Trenton
The price is AU$143
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Rodeway Inn Rapid City North

5. Lazy U Motel

Lazy U Motel
2.0 star property
Rapid City
6.6 out of 10, (124 reviews)
"Less than desirable people stay and hang out here."
United States
Gaspar
The price is AU$656
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Lazy U Motel

6. Super 8 by Wyndham Sturgis

Super 8 by Wyndham Sturgis
2.0 star property
Sturgis
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay in during the Rally. Staff were extra helpful. Location is great. 👍"
Canada
Dean
The price is AU$102
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Super 8 by Wyndham Sturgis

7. Chalet Motel

Chalet Motel
2.5 star property
Custer
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (699 reviews)
"Clean room great location when staying in the Custer area"
United States
Adam
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Chalet Motel

8. Cedar Wood Inn

Cedar Wood Inn
2.0 star property
Deadwood
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (886 reviews)
"Great place, location and staff. Couldn’t ask for more…we will be back!"
United States
Scott
The price is AU$95
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Cedar Wood Inn

9. Chief Motel

Chief Motel
2.0 star property
Custer
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (562 reviews)
"The location is perfect to enjoy downtown and all that it has to offer"
United States
Nicole
The price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Chief Motel

10. Whitetail Creek Resort

Whitetail Creek Resort
2.0 star property
Lead
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (249 reviews)
The price is AU$118
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Whitetail Creek Resort

11. Rocket Motel

Rocket Motel
2.0 star property
Custer
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (335 reviews)
"The owners are very nice and helpful great little place we stayed a week everything was great !"
United States
Shawn
The price is AU$216
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Rocket Motel

12. Iron Horse Inn

Iron Horse Inn
2.5 star property
Whitewood
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (719 reviews)
"Nice clean quite place to stay"
United States
Colleen
The price is AU$137
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Iron Horse Inn
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Rapid City Motels information

Number of reviews
4,270
Accommodation
8 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$95
Highest Price
AU$656

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Rapid City?
As you'll save on your room, you can experience more of the activities in Rapid City. Not-to-be-missed sights include Mount Rushmore and Mount Rushmore National Memorial in the area.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
Motels often have free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motels usually have exterior corridors overlooking the car park or an outdoor pool. Motels made their debut in the 1920s as a convenient place to stay for the weary traveller driving along America's major roadways.
What are the best motels in Rapid City?
Rockerville Lodge & Cabins: Stay within a 20-minute drive of Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Mount Rushmore. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi and self-parking. Rodeway Inn Rapid City North: Free breakfast and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as air conditioning. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Watiki Water Park and The Monument Civic Center. Town House Motel: Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi, along with in-room amenities such as a microwave. Stay within a quick 2-minute drive of The Monument Civic Center. Mountain View Lodge & Cabins: It's located within a short 8-minute drive of Black Hills National Forest. A seasonal outdoor pool along with freebies such as breakfast, WiFi and self-parking are available during your stay. Lazy U Motel: Stay within a quick 4-minute drive of The Monument Civic Center. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
How many motels should I expect to find in Rapid City?
Expedia has 6 affordable motels in Rapid City.
What can I do in Rapid City?
Explore the notable monuments and fun-filled water parks while you're sightseeing in this family-friendly area. People visiting Rapid City have good things to say about the art scene. Must-see places in and around Rapid City include Mount Rushmore and Mount Rushmore National Memorial. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Dinosaur Park, Black Hills Caverns and Thunderhead Falls. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Watiki Water Park, Fort Hays Old West Town & Dinner Show and Reptile Gardens.
What's the weather like in Rapid City?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Rapid City to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of -2°C. The snowiest months in Rapid City are April, March, February and December, with each month seeing an average of 17 cm of snowfall.
What are my options for getting around Rapid City while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Rapid City to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional), which is located 9.1 mi (14.7 km) away from the city centre. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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