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Prairie Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from University of South Dakota

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Exterior
Café
Reception
Property entrance
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$117
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec

Explore the area

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916 N Dakota Street, Vermillion, SD, 57069
  • Place, University of South Dakota
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, DakotaDome
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, National Music Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
HDTV
Washer/dryer
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
HDTV
Washer/dryer
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Vermillion

Prairie Inn places you steps from DakotaDome and within a short 5-minute stroll of University of South Dakota. Highlights at this hotel include in-room washers/dryers, free WiFi and LCD TVs. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Vermillion hotel include National Music Museum and Mulberry Bend Overlook.

What's nearby

  • University of South Dakota - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Sanford Coyote Sports Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • DakotaDome - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Barstow Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • National Music Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Sioux City, IA (SUX-Sioux Gateway) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Old Lumber Company - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mister Smith's Bakery Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Café Brulé - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Prairie Inn

Hotel with free parking, steps from University of South Dakota
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Prairie Inn also features a vending machine, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This Vermillion hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1990
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Prairie Inn offers 31 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features washers/dryers and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation offers separate dining areas. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room washing machine/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1990
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 15

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 15.00 per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 15.00
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 220 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 21 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per day.

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.

  • Pet fee: USD 15.00 per stay plus a one-off USD 15.00 cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 15 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 20 years old.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 20 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children aged 21 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Prairie Inn?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Prairie Inn?

As of 16 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Prairie Inn on 19 Dec 2025 start from NZ$117.16, 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 Prairie Inn?

Yep, Prairie Inn has a free self car park.

Is Prairie Inn family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Prairie Inn is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Prairie Inn?

No, Prairie Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Prairie Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Prairie Inn?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Reviews

Prairie Inn Reviews

7.0

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 334 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 107 out of 334 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 334 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 334 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 334 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Paul M

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room had a very limited amount of places to plug in my hearing aid / and Cochlear equipment and my computer lap top. The staff were friendly , but not available. You had to use a phone at the front desk and call them . I do appreciate them as they helped me get my lost piece of personal bag returned or shipped.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Debbie

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jose

Travelled with family
Second time there. They do a great job on cleaning but there too much humidity on the room coming from the floor carpet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

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

6/10 Okay

Joel

Beds were hard
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robyn

Travelled with partner
Average room with easy check in and check out.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice for a less expensive hotel. Nothing fancy but clean, good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet area. The staff was very friendly and efficient. Nice, newly renovated bathroom. Great downtown area with fun shops and lots of food choices.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Amber

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
I waited in the lobby for an hour to check in. When I finally got checked in, she refused to give me a receipt, told me to get one from Expedia. There was no elevator, I had to carry all my bags up two flight of stairs. The property was old and rundown.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Renee

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Robert Lloyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel offered good value for money. Some areas such as stair carpets are a little worse for wear and the breakfast could be improved but it was certainly worth the money
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sebastian

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Die Bettwanzen machen die Nächte zu einem Erlebnis. Wer nicht gerne allein schläft, hat hier Gesellschaft.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Charlene

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy, Henderson

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

duran

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Filthy and the bed sheets were gross. Water stained ceilings and the bathroom smells sewage gas. The rooms were dark with poor lighting and dark. Too tired and it was last minute booking with no refund.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandie

Liked: Staff & service
For the price it was a clean hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Cailee

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Safe place to stay; in desperate need of updates
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice and clean. All is well. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

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

8/10 Good

Steven

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I stayed here several times and now that he is gone I stay there. It is always fresh and clean. The staff are always accommodating.Good people!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Very comfortable

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Donald

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Poor breakfast--coffee was barely brown, only white bread available ( no wheat option), only ultra processed foods offered (hostess, etc). No fruit either.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kari, Any city

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024