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Because you’ll save on your room, you can experience more of the activities in Rapid City. Not-to-be-missed sights include Mount Rushmore and Mount Rushmore National Memorial in the area.

Motels often have free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two stories tall, motels usually have exterior corridors overlooking the parking lot or an outdoor pool. Motels made their debut in the 1920s as a convenient place to stay for the weary traveler driving along America’s major roadways.

Rockerville Lodge & Cabins: Stay within a 20-minute drive of Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Mount Rushmore. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Town House Motel: Free WiFi and a picnic area are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. It’s located within a short 8-minute drive of Watiki Water Park. Rodeway Inn Rapid City: Enjoy access to the free parking and laundry facilities, as well as room amenities like air conditioning. Stay within a quick 4-minute drive of Watiki Water Park. Lazy U Motel: It’s located within a short 10-minute drive of Watiki Water Park. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. Mountain View Lodge & Cabins: Stay within a short 8-minute drive of Black Hills National Forest. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking.

Expedia has 7 inexpensive motels in Rapid City.

Check out the notable monuments and fun-filled waterpark while you’re sightseeing in this family-friendly area. People visiting Rapid City have good things to say about the art scene. Must-see places in and around Rapid City include Mount Rushmore and Mount Rushmore National Memorial. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Dinosaur Park, Black Hills Caverns, and Sheridan Lake. You’ll find these family-friendly attractions: Watiki Water Park, Fort Hays Old West Town & Dinner Show, and Reptile Gardens.

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here’s some data about year-round temperatures in Rapid City to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 70°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 29°F. The snowiest months in Rapid City are April, March, February, and December, with each month seeing an average of 7 inches of snowfall.

We’ve gathered some information about getting around Rapid City to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP), which is located 9.1 mi (14.7 km) from the heart of the city. If you’d like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.