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Residence Inn Rapid City

3.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free water park access and free breakfast

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Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Private kitchen
Full-sized fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Exterior
Property amenity
BBQ/picnic Area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
The current price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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581 Watiki Way, Rapid City, SD, 57719
  • Place, Watiki Water Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Monument Civic Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Monument Health
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(72 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 70 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Rapid City

A family-friendly stay in the heart of Rapid City awaits you at Residence Inn Rapid City. You'll be 0.5 km (0.3 mi) from Watiki Water Park and 5.8 km (3.6 mi) from Rushmore Mall. Highlights at this hotel include a free water park, a restaurant and free daily breakfast. .At the hotel's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, lazy river, Hot tub and kids' swimming pool. Business travelers can take advantage of a meeting room and a business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning a free full breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Rapid City hotel include Central States Fairgrounds and South Dakota School of Mines and Technology.

What's nearby

  • Watiki Water Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • The Monument Civic Center - 6 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Main Street Square - 7 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Central States Fairgrounds - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Monument Health - 11 min drive - 12.0 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪7 Brew Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fuji Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Residence Inn Rapid City

Family-friendly hotel with free water park access and free breakfast
Residence Inn Rapid City offers its guests a complimentary water park, a lazy river, and a waterslide. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free manager's reception. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A business centre and a meeting room are available. A children's pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness centre are also featured at the family-friendly Residence Inn Rapid City. You'll have access to the indoor pool at a partner property. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3.5-star Rapid City hotel is smoke free.

  • 144 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2015
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Games room or arcade
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Residence Inn Rapid City offers 144 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Accommodation at this 3.5-star hotel has kitchenettes with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 9.68 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception (select days)
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Free water park
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Lazy river
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Free water park access
  • In-room cot
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Built in 2015
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lifeguards
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Room service
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 9.68 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • A fee will be charged for use of certain facilities

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Residence Inn Rapid City?

Residence Inn Rapid City offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Residence Inn Rapid City?

As of 31 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Residence Inn Rapid City on 25 Jan 2026 start from NZ$185.34, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Residence Inn Rapid City?

Yep, Residence Inn Rapid City has an uncovered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 9.68 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Does Residence Inn Rapid City have a pool?

Residence Inn Rapid City has a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar.

Does Residence Inn Rapid City have a waterslide?

Yep, this property has a waterslide!

Is Residence Inn Rapid City family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and an arcade, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Residence Inn Rapid City is a hit with families.

Does Residence Inn Rapid City serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary full breakfast is served daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Residence Inn Rapid City?

No, Residence Inn Rapid City does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Residence Inn Rapid City?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Residence Inn Rapid City?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Residence Inn Rapid City Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 642 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 205 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seaford

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 days. Enjoyed
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

claudia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delia

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nolan

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

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mai

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

Family travel

Our stay here was very nice. We traveled as a family and enjoyed the waterpark. The room was clean and had a lot of space for my family.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

cindy

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for the whole family to enjoy time off and together. Rooms are very clean, have plenty of space and the staff was very helpful. Had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is as fmgood as any other marriott, but what topped this soecific one to the others is the attatxhed water park. Made our whole stay that much better. My kids didn't want to leave
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kacie

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

Best hotel connected to waterpark

I got charged twice from the hotel and hotels.com so had to deal with that but the person was helpful and fixed it after I realized. I also didn’t know there were parking fees. Otherwise, loved that the waterpark is included, nice hotel, great breakfast. The Hispanic breakfast worker was amazing and helpful as it closed at 9 and she helped the late-comers still get waffles. The other lady wanted to just shut it down right away. Although this was the cheapest hotel connected to the waterpark, it was still a bit expensive but also Sturgis time so figures. We will choose this waterpark hotel over the rest in the future as long as price remains cheaper!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the best hotel we stayed at in our 2 week trip. It was incredibly expensive, though $100 cheaper than going through the hotel itself. The water park was really cool, and our 14 year old boys loved it. The room was spacious and cool, with ample room to move. I was really pleased with the size, to be honest, as it was probably double a normal room in another hotel. The carpet was sticky in places, and that was gross. The door knob to the bathroom fell off, and I had to put it back on. And I’m sure the showers are meant to look classy, but they are completely ridiculous and impractical, and you get water everywhere. That being said, it was worth it for the water park. Important to note: the water park is a HAUL from your room. Prepare for a hike.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jeffrey

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was disgusting, dirty clothes left on floor of closet from previous guest, dirty sbot rag with blood under pillow on bed from previous guest, old food caked on cabinets and walls of kitchen area, half the lights burnt out. No shampoo or bodywas in bottles. Been better off staying at a 50 uear old motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
loved the waterpark and dining options! breakfast was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

NICOLE, Waldorf

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and well kept. Staff were friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Our stay was great, the room was very clean, supplies stocked and the front desk staff was friendly and helpful. Only negative comments about our stay: Shower design caused a lot of water to pool on the bathroom floor, and the rug was soaked. Also they need more luggage carts for the amount of visitors.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big rooms and we loved the water park!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Norie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Will not
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHASHANK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Shauna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Be aware that the hotel does not stick to the agreed upon price and will not correct it. They also did not mention that housekeeping is by request only and that there is no longer a manager’s reception despite it being advertised on the website. I had to ask about when breakfast was and about water park access. It would have been nice to be told those things at check in. The coffee and tea in the afternoon was cold (clearly just left over from breakfast). Both the clerk and manager were quite rude about the discrepancy in the price. For the price point I expected more.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025