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

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

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including sofas and chairs, arranged around a central fireplace.

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

1. Staybridge Suites Rapid City - Rushmore by IHG

2.9 km from Museum of Geology

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 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.

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

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Rapid City Rushmore

3 km from Museum of Geology

Amit

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.

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

A spa area with two hot tubs, a tiled wall, and a window with a view.

3. Elevation Inn & Suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

2 km from Museum of Geology

Brian

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

A bar area with multiple bar stools, a counter with bottles, and a wooden ceiling structure.

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

4. DoubleTree by Hilton Rapid City Downtown Convention Center

1.4 km from Museum of Geology

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 person in a red swimsuit lying on a pool slide.

A modern lounge area with seating options including hanging chairs and sofas, a herringbone-patterned floor, and a variety of tables and chairs.

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

3 km from Museum of Geology

Anne

SAR 217

SAR 251 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A gym with various exercise equipment, including treadmills, stationary bikes, and weight machines.

A hotel lobby with a high ceiling, wooden paneling, a reception desk, and blue seating areas.

A Comfort Inn hotel with a two-story structure, a covered entrance, and multiple parking spaces.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a bed with a red blanket, a chair, and a large mirror reflecting the room.

6. Comfort Inn & Suites Rapid City South - Mt. Rushmore Gateway

2.5 km from Museum of Geology

Martha

SAR 210

SAR 244 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a large island with bar stools.

A dining area with a large table, four patterned chairs, a chandelier, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a marble countertop.

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

Downtown Historic District, 1 km from Museum of Geology

Frieda

SAR 289

SAR 352 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

A spacious lobby with large windows, comfortable seating, and a modern carpet design.

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

8. Hyatt Place Rapid City / Downtown

Historic Rapid City, 1.1 km from Museum of Geology

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.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, modern furniture, and a view into the kitchen.

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

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

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

3.1 km from Museum of Geology

Dawn

SAR 217

SAR 251 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A hotel with a blue water slide in front.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and a large window offering a view.

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

10. AmericInn by Wyndham Rapid City

3.1 km from Museum of Geology

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.

11. The Rushmore Hotel & Suites, BW Premier Collection

Historic Rapid City, 1.4 km from Museum of Geology

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

An outdoor patio with wicker tables and chairs, a white fence, and a view of a hilly landscape.

12. Quality Inn near Monument Health Rapid City Hospital

2.2 km from Museum of Geology

Brandon

SAR 206

SAR 239 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

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

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

A dining area with a table, chairs, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

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

13. Foothills Inn

2.9 km from Museum of Geology

Stephana

SAR 115

SAR 178 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

A reception desk with a wooden finish and a blue wall behind it.

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

3.2 km from Museum of Geology

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.

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.

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

15. Travelodge by Wyndham Rapid City/Black Hills

2.9 km from Museum of Geology

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

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

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

16. Days Inn by Wyndham Rapid City

3 km from Museum of Geology

BONNER

SAR 192

SAR 224 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 motel with a swimming pool, a parking lot, and a brick building with a sign reading "Creamery".

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

17. Town House Motel

Historic Rapid City, 0.5 km from Museum of Geology

Michael

SAR 250

SAR 288 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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

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

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

A small, cozy room with a wooden ceiling, a bed, a table with chairs, and a wall-mounted heater.

18. Lazy U Motel

1.9 km from Museum of Geology

Brandon

SAR 1,606

SAR 1,745 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 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 hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a TV, a lamp, and a refrigerator.

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

2.1 km from Museum of Geology

Kim

SAR 180

SAR 211 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 hotel named "The Suite Inn Rapid City" with a prominent sign.

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

20. The Suite Inn

2 km from Museum of Geology

susan

SAR 224

SAR 267 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Museum of Geology

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Staybridge Suites Rapid City - Rushmore by IHG	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Rapid City Rushmore	9.2 Wonderful 1,007 reviews	View
Elevation Inn & Suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham	9.0 Wonderful 1,012 reviews	View
DoubleTree by Hilton Rapid City Downtown Convention Center	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Tru by Hilton Rapid City Rushmore	8.8 Excellent 1,005 reviews	View

Top Museum of Geology Hotel Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

"Check in process was smooth and a great location near everything we needed."

Travelodge by Wyndham Rapid City/Black Hills

10/10 Excellent

"I enjoyed my stay at this hotel."

The Rushmore Hotel & Suites, BW Premier Collection

8/10 Good

"1- The location was convenient. 5-minute walk to the downtown/ city center with many restaurants in the area. We loved the breakfast café, 10-minute walk! It is 30-minute drive to Mount Rushmore and 40- minute Drive to Custer Park. 2- The hotel is new, and the rooms are spacious, clean, and modern. However, I couldn’t sleep well at night! A little noisy. - It felt the walls have little insulation(as most hotels). - It is on a main street. My husband didn’t feel anything. He slept soundly. In general, it is very good compared to other hotels in Rapid City."

Hyatt Place Rapid City / Downtown

10/10 Excellent

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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."

Sun-Filled Home | Walk to Downtown & Dining

8/10 Good

"Great place to land during our time in Rapid City.In-house laundry (detergent already present) and newer kitchen appliances (also with dishwasher detergent present).Mule deer seen just outside the door on several occasions!"

Downtown Condo - Upper Unit

8/10 Good

"The upper unit was quiet and clean. We were able to walk downtown to enjoy the presidential statues and restaurants. Mt. Rushmore was 30 minutes away."

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Art Alley

8.4/10 (55 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Art Alley in Rapid City. Visit the shops and notable monuments in this family-friendly area.

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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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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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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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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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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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Museum of the American Bison

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Museum of the American Bison during your trip to Rapid City. 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 Museum of Geology?

Museum of Geology is located in a welcoming area of Rapid City known for its array of dining options and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 70 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Museum of Geology?

Adjacent to Museum of Geology, Town House Motel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data. Other good options within a short distance include The Rushmore Hotel & Suites, BW Premier Collection and Hotel Alex Johnson Rapid City, Curio Collection by Hilton.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Museum of Geology?

Expedia has 70 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Museum of Geology.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Museum of Geology, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Museum of Geology.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Museum of Geology?

For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Museum of Geology, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Museum of Geology?

Museum of the American Bison, Journey Museum & Learning Center, and Motion Unlimited Museum and Antique Car Lot feature captivating exhibits. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Dinosaur Park and Berlin Wall Exhibit. Be sure to get some family photos at Dahl Arts Center, Central States Fairgrounds, and Flags and Wheels Indoor Racing while you're out sightseeing near Museum of Geology.

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Our top choices for Museum of Geology 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. Comfort Inn & Suites Rapid City South - Mt. Rushmore Gateway

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

8. Hyatt Place Rapid City / Downtown

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

10. AmericInn by Wyndham Rapid City

11. The Rushmore Hotel & Suites, BW Premier Collection

12. Quality Inn near Monument Health Rapid City Hospital

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 Museum of Geology Hotel Reviews

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

Travelodge by Wyndham Rapid City/Black Hills

The Rushmore Hotel & Suites, BW Premier Collection

Hyatt Place Rapid City / Downtown

Town House Motel

Sun-Filled Home | Walk to Downtown & Dining

Downtown Condo - Upper Unit

Other attractions near Museum of Geology

Art Alley

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology

Aby's Rapid City

Aby's

Performing Arts Center

Memorial Park East

Main Street Square

Museum of the American Bison

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