Alex Johnson Rapid City Curio by Hilton, Rapid CityAlex Johnson Rapid City Curio by Hilton in Rapid City, United States has a corrected score of 3.1 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 1 of 4 platforms), ranked 19 of 45 hotels we score in Rapid City. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.0 before correction: Google 3.0. Rooms from about $281 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located on Sixth Street in downtown Rapid City, the Alex Johnson Rapid City Curio by Hilton is a historic hotel built in the late 1920s. The building features original architecture and integrates Native American art inspired by Lakota and Sioux heritage. It serves business travellers and families, providing meeting rooms, a fitness centre, and on-site dining at Vertex Sky Bar & Restaurant. Guests can access secure valet parking and enjoy free Wi-Fi in their rooms. While the property offers significant character, some areas require maintenance and updates. The hotel is a thirty minute drive from Mount Rushmore National Monument.What stands out

Central downtown location

Historic architecture and art

On-site restaurant and bar

Fitness centre available

Watch out for

Requires repairs and updates

Slow elevators

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Holiday Inn Exp Suites Rushmore South, Rapid City: 3.6 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), from $233 a night. Located just off Highway 16 in Rapid City, South Dakota, this smoke-free hotel serves travellers exploring the Black Hills region.