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A stone fireplace with a clock, a small plant, and a purple-lit fire feature.

An indoor swimming pool with a 3ft depth, a changing room with chairs, and a view of the outside.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, and a bar area with a chair.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, a living space with a sofa and armchair, and a large window with curtains.

1. Staybridge Suites Rapid City - Rushmore by IHG

2.6 km from Central States Fairgrounds

Shannon Marie

SAR 394

SAR 444 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel patio with outdoor seating, a stone fire pit, and umbrellas.

A hotel with a parking lot, a gas station, and a view of mountains during sunset.

A modern lounge area with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and comfortable seating.

A modern lounge area with a stone wall, a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a flat-screen TV.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Rapid City Rushmore

2.8 km from Central States Fairgrounds

James F.

SAR 246

SAR 282 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, and a TV.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, parking lot, and surrounding greenery.

A living room with a fireplace, a television, and comfortable seating.

An indoor swimming pool with clear views through large windows, a tiled floor, and a seating area with chairs and tables.

3. Elevation Inn & Suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

2.9 km from Central States Fairgrounds

Alma

SAR 281

SAR 320 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a Gold Bison Grill.

A multi-level restaurant with dining tables, chairs, and a bar area.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign for the Doubletree by Hilton Gold Bristol Grill.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk, and a chair.

4. DoubleTree by Hilton Rapid City Downtown Convention Center

2.3 km from Central States Fairgrounds

Donald

SAR 335

SAR 379 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor seating area with sofas and round tables, a stone fire pit, and a building with a blue and yellow facade in the background.

A modern hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a large window offering a view, and a sign indicating it's a Hilton hotel.

A person in a red swimsuit lying on a pool slide.

A hotel reception area with a counter displaying various beverages and snacks, a digital scale, and a 'Cool It' refrigerator.

5. Tru by Hilton Rapid City Rushmore

2.8 km from Central States Fairgrounds

Anne

SAR 214

SAR 248 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern interior with a bar area, seating, and a kitchen.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a small round table, and a coffee machine.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a large mirror.

6. Hyatt Place Rapid City / Downtown

Historic Rapid City, 2.3 km from Central States Fairgrounds

Kelli

SAR 368

SAR 416 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, and a view of a building in the background.

An indoor swimming pool with a blue slide, a small pool table, and a window in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a large blue patterned wall, and a modern design.

A lobby with a fireplace, yellow armchairs, a blue sofa, and a television.

7. Comfort Inn & Suites Rapid City near Mt. Rushmore

3 km from Central States Fairgrounds

Dawn

SAR 207

SAR 241 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A rooftop terrace with a fire feature and seating.

A modern living room with a sofa, ottoman, and dining area with chairs.

A bar with a wooden counter, stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and mugs.

A spacious lobby with a grand fireplace, leather seating, a piano, and a registration desk.

8. Hotel Alex Johnson Rapid City, Curio Collection by Hilton

Downtown Historic District, 2.2 km from Central States Fairgrounds

Frieda

SAR 289

SAR 352 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel with a blue water slide in front.

A circular outdoor seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by patterned sofas and chairs.

A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television mounted on the wall.

9. AmericInn by Wyndham Rapid City

3 km from Central States Fairgrounds

Wendell

SAR 199

SAR 268 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern lounge area with leather chairs, a wooden coffee table, and a vase of flowers.

An outdoor patio area with seating, a water feature, and a building with a stone facade.

A bedroom with a bed, a bench, a dresser, a TV, and a chair with a red pillow.

A hotel with a modern design, multiple floors, and a prominent sign.

10. The Rushmore Hotel & Suites, BW Premier Collection

Historic Rapid City, 2.6 km from Central States Fairgrounds

JOSE

SAR 297

SAR 366 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel with a covered entrance, stone facade, and a sign indicating it is a Quality Inn.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a small table, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a sink.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a bench.

A lobby with a reception desk, red armchairs, a glass coffee table with a red table runner, patterned carpet, and wooden ceiling beams.

11. Quality Inn near Monument Health Rapid City Hospital

3 km from Central States Fairgrounds

Brandon

SAR 215

SAR 249 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A kitchen with dark cabinets, a wooden countertop, and a window overlooking a house.

A modern living room with a brown leather sofa, a grey armchair, a wooden coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining table. There is a kitchen area with green cabinets and a TV mounted above the counter.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk with a chair, a window with curtains, and wall decor.

12. Rapid City Vacation Homes

2.9 km from Central States Fairgrounds

Steve

SAR 274

SAR 502 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

An outdoor patio area with green metal chairs, a white umbrella, and flower planters.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a television, a chair, a small table, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A poolside view with a person relaxing on a yellow towel, a pool, and red umbrellas in the background.

A spacious living area with a wooden staircase, a dining table, and patterned flooring.

13. Foothills Inn

2.9 km from Central States Fairgrounds

Stephana

SAR 145

SAR 210 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A row of multi-story buildings with a central entrance featuring a small porch and potted plants.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a kitchen in the background.

A modern hotel room with a large bathtub, a separate bedroom with a bed and desk, a small kitchenette, and a view of the city.

A modern hotel room with a wooden dining table, blue chairs, and a sofa with yellow cushions.

14. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Rapid City

3.1 km from Central States Fairgrounds

Janet

SAR 179

SAR 248 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a chair, a desk lamp, and a window with curtains.

An indoor swimming pool with a metal ladder, tiled floor, and a view of the outside through large windows.

A room with a television on a wooden cabinet, a beige sofa, a small wooden table, and a door with a lock.

A small kitchenette with a microwave and a refrigerator, a wooden dining table with a chair, and a floor lamp.

15. Travelodge by Wyndham Rapid City/Black Hills

2.8 km from Central States Fairgrounds

Joan

SAR 196

SAR 228 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A reception desk with a clock, a plant, and a mirror.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a wooden bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a large mirror.

A Days Inn hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a well-maintained lawn.

16. Days Inn by Wyndham Rapid City

2.8 km from Central States Fairgrounds

BONNER

SAR 200

SAR 232 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A fireplace with a stone mantle, a mounted deer head, and three vases.

A hotel room with a large bed, two wall-mounted lamps, and a dark blue accent wall.

A spacious kitchen with a dining area, featuring a large wooden table and chairs, a refrigerator, and a coffee machine.

A living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen area with cabinets, and a large window providing natural light.

17. Town House Motel

Historic Rapid City, 1.7 km from Central States Fairgrounds

Michael

SAR 250

SAR 288 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A reception desk with a map of the U.S. on the wall, a fan, and various items on the counter.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a television, a telephone, and a small table.

A buffet table with multiple food displays, including a glass dome cover and wire baskets, positioned near a window with blinds.

A table with a bread basket, a plate with a box of tissues, and a banana.

18. Lazy U Motel

2.9 km from Central States Fairgrounds

Brandon

SAR 1,606

SAR 1,745 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wooden headboard, a balcony with a view, and a desk with a chair.

A Travelodge lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and vending machine.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a mirror, and a modern headboard.

A building with a covered entrance, a sign indicating 'Travelodge,' and a parking area with cars.

19. Travelodge by Wyndham Rapid City

3 km from Central States Fairgrounds

Kim

SAR 177

SAR 207 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A living room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a fireplace, and two black armchairs.

A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a black armchair, and a coffee table with two potted plants.

A spacious kitchen with a dining area, featuring a large island, ample counter space, and a view of the outdoors.

20. The Suite Inn

2.9 km from Central States Fairgrounds

susan

SAR 292

SAR 340 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Central States Fairgrounds

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Staybridge Suites Rapid City - Rushmore by IHG	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Rapid City Rushmore	9.2 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Elevation Inn & Suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham	9.0 Wonderful 1,006 reviews	View
DoubleTree by Hilton Rapid City Downtown Convention Center	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Tru by Hilton Rapid City Rushmore	8.8 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View

Top Central States Fairgrounds Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rapid City, SD

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and friendly, breakfast was good. Stayed two weeks and never thought of going to a different hotel. Highly recommend."

Foothills Inn

8/10 Good

"staff was okay the beds were good enough, just seemed oudated"

Comfort Inn & Suites Rapid City near Mt. Rushmore

10/10 Excellent

"Good place Well maintain"

Charming Home- Pet-Friendly- LG Fenced Backyard

10/10 Excellent

"Was quick and easy to check-in, very good about communicating leading up to the stay and during the time in the rental. The house looks small from the street, but lots of room on the inside."

Travelodge by Wyndham Rapid City/Black Hills

8/10 Good

"My only little Complaints would be.. The room Could have used a couple more lights: There was Only One Lamp. & stains on carpet. Other then them little complaints, The room was clean, beds are comfortable. Didn’t eat the Breakfast so can’t Comment on that."

⁑Close to Downtown⁑Patio Seating⁑Clean&Quiet⁑

10/10 Excellent

"This property was in a very convenient location for all the attractions we wished to see in the Rapid City area. It was very clean and well stocked with everything you could possibly need. Beds were comfortable. The host was very accommodating and accessible."

Delightful 3-bedroom Retro Revival House in Rapid City

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect place to spend some downtime when not off exploring! House was very clean and comfortable. Easy check in and check out process. Would definitely stay here again!"

Basecamp–Rapid City • Near Downtown • Dog Friendly

10/10 Excellent

"I love a place where I can unload groceries into a spacious kitchen, cook meals, wash my clothes. Relax on the couch with a big tv, chill outside in a private yard ,grill and let my pup safely roam . 2 cozy bedrooms with TVs and a well equipped bathroom with a hot shower.All of tthe kitchen and bathroom amenities you need for your stay."

Town House Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Quaint little place in downtown with eateries and shopping within walking distance. The staff was professional and inviting. Great attitude. Quiet room. Everything worked well."

Other attractions near Central States Fairgrounds

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology

8.8/10 (398 reviews)

Walk around the campus at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology during your visit to Rapid City. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Sioux Pottery

Take the family on an outing to Sioux Pottery during your trip to Rapid City. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Journey Museum & Learning Center

8.6/10 (9 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Journey Museum & Learning Center during your trip to Rapid City. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's notable monuments.

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Memorial Park East

You can take time to visit Memorial Park East during your travels to Rapid City. Make time for the notable monuments and horseback riding in this family-friendly area.

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Aby's Rapid City

After visiting Aby's Rapid City, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Rapid City. Check out the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.

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Aby's

After visiting Aby's, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Rapid City. Check out the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.

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Main Street Square

8.8/10 (1,682 reviews)

Find out about the history of Rapid City when you spend time at Main Street Square. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Performing Arts Center

Performing Arts Center is just one of the places to see in Rapid City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Central States Fairgrounds?

Central States Fairgrounds is located in a welcoming area of Rapid City known for its array of dining options and notable monuments. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 17 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Central States Fairgrounds?

Travelodge by Wyndham Rapid City/Black Hills is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. It's located 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Central States Fairgrounds. Other good options within 5 miles include Foothills Inn and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rapid City, SD.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Central States Fairgrounds?

Expedia has 17 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Central States Fairgrounds.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Central States Fairgrounds, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Central States Fairgrounds.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Central States Fairgrounds?

To access more information about updating your stay near Central States Fairgrounds or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Central States Fairgrounds?

Journey Museum & Learning Center, Museum of the American Bison, and Museum of Geology feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Dinosaur Park and Berlin Wall Exhibit. Be sure to get some family photos at Sioux Pottery, Dahl Arts Center, and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf while you're out sightseeing near Central States Fairgrounds.

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Our top choices for Central States Fairgrounds hotels

1. Staybridge Suites Rapid City - Rushmore by IHG

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Rapid City Rushmore

3. Elevation Inn & Suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

4. DoubleTree by Hilton Rapid City Downtown Convention Center

5. Tru by Hilton Rapid City Rushmore

6. Hyatt Place Rapid City / Downtown

7. Comfort Inn & Suites Rapid City near Mt. Rushmore

8. Hotel Alex Johnson Rapid City, Curio Collection by Hilton

9. AmericInn by Wyndham Rapid City

10. The Rushmore Hotel & Suites, BW Premier Collection

11. Quality Inn near Monument Health Rapid City Hospital

12. Rapid City Vacation Homes

13. Foothills Inn

14. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Rapid City

15. Travelodge by Wyndham Rapid City/Black Hills

16. Days Inn by Wyndham Rapid City

17. Town House Motel

18. Lazy U Motel

19. Travelodge by Wyndham Rapid City

20. The Suite Inn

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Top Central States Fairgrounds Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rapid City, SD

Foothills Inn

Comfort Inn & Suites Rapid City near Mt. Rushmore

Charming Home- Pet-Friendly- LG Fenced Backyard

Travelodge by Wyndham Rapid City/Black Hills

⁑Close to Downtown⁑Patio Seating⁑Clean&Quiet⁑

Delightful 3-bedroom Retro Revival House in Rapid City

Basecamp–Rapid City • Near Downtown • Dog Friendly

Town House Motel

Other attractions near Central States Fairgrounds

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology

Sioux Pottery

Journey Museum & Learning Center

Memorial Park East

Aby's Rapid City

Aby's

Main Street Square

Performing Arts Center

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