Best Western Ramkota Hotel
3 StarsHeated indoor swimming pool, On-site Minervas Restaurant & Bar
Heated indoor swimming pool, On-site Minervas Restaurant & Bar
Indoor pool with 130-foot waterslide, Attached Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
Pet-friendly accommodation, Gateway to the Black Hills
Indoor pool with 102-foot waterslide, Modern Black Hills gateway
Heated indoor pool and sauna, Black Hills adventure base
Heated indoor pool and hot tub, On-site sports and fitness
Indoor heated pool and hot tub, Modern fitness center
Indoor pool with waterslide, Black Hills adventure launchpad
Indoor pool and whirlpool, Modernized Black Hills gateway
Heated outdoor swimming pool, Nostalgic and cozy interior design
Heated indoor pool and spa, In-room whirlpool spa tubs
Black Hills gateway experience, Indoor pool and hot tub
Integrated WaTiki Waterpark access, Sliders Bar and Grill
Heated indoor pool and hot tub, Modern fitness and wellness center
Heated indoor pool and dual hot tubs, Modernized Black Hills basecamp
Seasonal outdoor swimming pool, Indoor relaxation hot tub
Juniper at Vertex Sky Bar, Legendary haunted room 812
Indoor heated swimming pool, Proximity to WaTiki Indoor Waterpark
Elevated hillside views, Indoor pool and whirlpool spa
Indoor pool with tube slide, Dual-branded Hilton concept
Indoor pool with two-story waterslide, Modern social-centric hotel concept
Indoor swimming pool and hot tub, Prime location for Black Hills attractions
Black Hills panoramic views, Organic dining at Enigma Restaurant
Atrium-style indoor swimming pool, Bison Grill and Bar
Indoor pool with water feature, Proximity to local dining
Indoor pool and heated whirlpool, Dakotah Steakhouse proximity
Heated indoor pool and hot tub, Proximity to Black Hills attractions
On-site Perkins Restaurant & Bakery, Modernized guest suites
Black Hills prairie views, Heated indoor saltwater pool
Integrated waterpark access, Spin2Cycle fitness and laundry facility
Heated indoor swimming pool, King suite with whirlpool tub
Family-friendly indoor pool area, Convenient Black Hills gateway
High plains and cattle views, Indoor pool and powerful hot tub
Heated indoor swimming pool, Newly renovated modern decor
The Placery restaurant and bar, Modern Black Hills gateway design
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Rapid City, South Dakota sits just east of the famous Black Hills and in one of the more history-filled areas of the United States. While the city only has just over 70,000 inhabitants, its desirable location means that the actual number of people in the town at one time is always much higher.
Visitors to this region will always find some history to explore and some surprising attractions around the city, as tourism is one of the industries that has allowed Rapid City to flourish. Guests are encouraged to interact with the locals because there is always a hidden gem to explore in this famous city.
No holiday in Rapid City is complete without a visit to Reptile Gardens, a large zoo-type park that features snakes, alligators, and lizards. It is sometimes possible to find a discount coupon for admission to the park, so ask at the front desk of the hotels in town if they know of any. Bear Country USA is an enclosed park that is 250 acres in size and is full of bears, elk, buffalo, and wolves. Visitors drive their cars through the park and can get up close and personal with these animals. There are also spots where guests can safely get out of their vehicles along the route.
Black Hills National Forest is just outside of Rapid City and is one of the most famous parks in the entire country. Inside this park, visitors will find plenty of hiking and sightseeing opportunities. Attractions like Devils Tower National Monument, Spearfish Canyon, the historic town of Deadwood, and the Crazy Horse Memorial are nearby, as well.
The area that surrounds Rapid City, South Dakota is full of more American history than perhaps any other part of the country. The city’s downtown core features the City of Presidents, which is a series of life-size statues that depict each president in the history of the United States. With plenty of hotels in the area, most visitors will come across at least some of these statues. Rapid City is also home to America’s Founding Fathers Exhibit. This attraction features a full-size sculpture of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and is set inside a replica of Independence Hall.
Just outside of Rapid City is Mount Rushmore, perhaps the nation’s most famous monument. Mount Rushmore is where the busts of American presidents George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln, and Theodore Roosevelt are carved into the side of a mountain. The area also has an interactive museum and plenty of other activities for visitors.
Various parks sit just outside of downtown Rapid City, starting with Dinosaur Park, which is made up of a series of giant concrete dinosaurs that overlook the city. Visitors of all ages will appreciate the size of these dinosaurs and children will enjoy being able to climb on them. Canyon Lake Park is in a quiet area and features a duck pond, a golf course, a lake, and picnic areas, making it the perfect location for a relaxing day.
Storybook Island is a free amusement park in Rapid City that has the characters from famous nursery rhymes and stories interacting with the kids throughout the day. It also has a large playground and a green space. WaTiki Indoor Waterpark Resort is close to numerous hotels in the city and is 30,000 square feet in size, making it one of the largest in SD. It also has an on-site arcade.
Since Rapid City, SD has so many people passing through each year, it makes sense that it has become a bit of a shopping hotspot, as well. Prairie Edge Trading Company sits right downtown and is an art gallery, museum, and shopping destination in one. The store sits inside an old building and is set up as a trading post, allowing visitors to experience some of the real American West while in town. Prairie Edge is also close to numerous hotels in the downtown area.
Rushmore Mall is the only indoor mall in the area and serves people from northern Nebraska and eastern Wyoming, as well. The mall is quite large, featuring over 100 stores, and also has a variety of restaurants. Quite simply, this mall offers the best shopping in the entire region. Another option is Rushmore Crossing, a large strip mall that has name brand stores and many restaurants on-site.
With so much else going on in Rapid City, it’s easy to forget about the area’s cultural relevance. Art Alley is one venue that attempts to remedy this, as it is an outdoor art gallery that allows artists to paint on the exterior walls of the building. The alley changes from day to day and provides visitors with the opportunity to see something that is uniquely local after stepping out of their hotels.
The Fort Hays Old West Town and Dinner Show only runs between May and October but is well worth the effort to get to for those in the area at that time. This show and dinner take place on the set of the film Dances with Wolves, with many of the buildings used still standing. There is a museum on-site that guests can explore before the show, as well.
In Rapid City, you might want to check out Best Western Ramkota Hotel, Grand Gateway Hotel, My Place Hotel Rapid City, Comfort Inn & Suites Rapid City near Mt Rushmore. These hotels come highly recommended by many travelers.
If you're visiting Rapid City with your family, you could look at Best Western Ramkota Hotel, Grand Gateway Hotel, My Place Hotel Rapid City, Comfort Inn & Suites Rapid City near Mt Rushmore. These hotels offer a variety of family-friendly services and activities.
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