Courtyard by Marriott Rapid City, Rapid CityCourtyard by Marriott Rapid City in Rapid City, United States has a corrected score of 3.4 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 6 of 45 hotels we score in Rapid City. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.5 before correction: Booking.com 3.6, Tripadvisor 3.4. Rooms from about $241 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located in Rapid City, South Dakota, this three-star hotel opened in 2020. It sits near the regional airport and Ellsworth Air Force Base, making it a practical choice for business travellers or those exploring the Black Hills. The property contains 174 rooms and suites, alongside 4,500 square feet of dedicated meeting space. Guests can use the fitness centre, access the WaTiki Indoor Waterpark, or dine on an American breakfast. While the hotel provides modern interiors and efficient check-in services, its location requires a car to reach major landmarks like Mount Rushmore.What stands out

Modern interior design

Access to indoor waterpark

On-site fitness centre

Large meeting facilities

Watch out for

Requires driving for local attractions

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Best Western Plus Rapid City Rushmore, Rapid City: 3.8 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), from $199 a night. Best Western Plus Rapid City Rushmore is a hotel on Eglin Street in Rapid City, South Dakota, just off I-90 at Exit 61.

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.