Grand Gateway Hotel, Rapid City
About the Hotel
The Grand Gateway Hotel is situated in a central location near downtown Rapid City and serves as a gateway to the breathtaking Black Hills and Mount Rushmore. This hotel features state-of-the-art meeting spaces accommodating up to 400 guests, making it suitable for both corporate events and social gatherings. With its award-winning sports bar and an indoor water park, it also offers unique leisure options for families and travelers. Moreover, the hotel has received the prestigious South Dakota Service Award, highlighting its commitment to guest satisfaction.
Location
The Grand Gateway Hotel enjoys a prime location just off I-90, with easy access to Rapid City's attractions and the scenic Black Hills. It is located 20 km from Rapid City Regional Airport and 3 km from downtown Rapid City, enhancing its accessibility for travelers. Nearby sites of interest, such as the Journey Museum, Dinosaur Park, and various Native American landmarks, provide opportunities for exploration and cultural engagement.
Rooms
The Grand Gateway Hotel boasts 132 thoughtfully decorated accommodations, including deluxe rooms and multi-room suites. Each guest room features free high-speed WiFi, premium cable television, and convenient amenities like refrigerators and microwaves. The luxurious Presidential Suite includes a fireplace and a Jacuzzi tub, catering to guests seeking a more upscale experience. Additionally, pet-friendly rooms are available, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests traveling with pets.
Eat & Drink
Multiple dining options are located on the hotel premises, including Perkins Family Restaurant & Bakery, open 24 hours and known for their signature buttermilk pancakes. Guests can also enjoy drinks and entertainment at Cheers Sports Lounge & Casino, which offers a lively atmosphere and video lottery. Nearby establishments such as Dakotah Steakhouse and Tally's Silver Spoon add variety to the dining experience, enabling visitors to savor local cuisine.
Leisure & Business
For leisure, the hotel features an indoor water park with a water slide, a hot tub, and areas for arcade games and pool tables, providing fun for families. There is also a fitness center available to all guests. Business travelers can utilize state-of-the-art meeting spaces, including a grand ballroom and smaller salons equipped with advanced audiovisual technology. The hotel’s convenient business center offers fax and photocopying services.
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Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Wheelchair access
- Air conditioning in public areas
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
Sports & Fitness
- Exercise gym
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Business centre
Children
- Cots
- Children's play area
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Casino
- Spa & wellness centre
Room features
- Air conditioning
- In-room safe
- Sitting area
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- Direct dial telephone
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel staff was friendly and check-in was easy. The rooms were nice and very comfortable, although the bed was broken, which was a downside. The location is convenient, right off the interstate and close to a shopping center. The dining experience was decent, and the facilities included pool tables, ping pong, and air hockey.
The hotel had a decent standard with some drawbacks. Despite a few cleanliness issues like finding hairs in the bed and a dirty bathroom, the room was spacious. The location was the highlight of the stay, being convenient for city activities, especially with the fun water slide for kids. However, the crowded atmosphere during my visit was a downside that impacted the overall experience.
My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The rooms were dated and not as expected from the online pictures, with a rather unpleasant smell and cleanliness issues. On the positive side, the location was great and easily accessible to various attractions. The service had some hiccups but was responsive to requests for extra pillows. Dining options were decent, but the overall value for money could have been better.
Our stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were clean and comfortable, the pool area was great, and the little pub attached to the hotel was a nice touch. However, there were noise issues from the next room and the adult grandchildren's room faced a smoking area. The service was friendly overall, but there was a rude comment that marred the experience. The location was convenient for our short stay, but there were some downsides in terms of noise and limited amenities. The dining experience was good, with ace seafood, but some improvements could be made. The facilities were adequate for our needs.
The hotel's rooms were worth the price paid, clean, and comfy, but located on the very far end where the first non-working entry was. The service was great; the front desk staff were amazing and accommodating, although there were instances of rudeness. The location was convenient and just off I-90, making it ideal for exploring the area, but it was on the slide end. The dining options varied from being next door to included, but there were remarks about slow service at the attached restaurant. The facilities were adequate, although some facilities required guests to ask for additional items.
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