La Quinta Inn and Suites by Wyndham at WaTiki Waterpark

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La Quinta by Wyndham
8.3 (1216 reviews)
1416 North Elk Vale Road , Rapid City , US
+1 605-718-7000

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Very good breakfast (waffles, variety)
Comfortable, spacious rooms for the price
Family-friendly waterpark
Pet-friendly with fenced dog area
Convenient location near I-90 / close to airport
Friendly, helpful front desk and breakfast staff (notably the waffle attendant)
Cons:
Inconsistent housekeeping (no vacuuming, trash not emptied, rough towels)
Serious cleanliness issues reported (bed bugs, waterpark debris)
Noise problems (neighbors above, rooms near elevator lobby)
Waterpark cleanliness and limited/unclear pool hours
Stained furniture in some rooms
Occasional long breakfast lines / refill issues on busy days

Categories

Cleanliness
6.5
Mixed signals: many guests called rooms 'clean' but multiple reports of poor housekeeping (no vacuuming, trash not emptied, coarse towels), stained furniture, a bed-bug incident and occasional waterpark debris — overall below average cleanliness consistency.
Service
9.5
Strong front-desk and breakfast-staff performance noted repeatedly (friendly, professional, standout waffle attendant); staff responsiveness to guests generally positive despite housekeeping lapses.
Location
9
Consistently praised for convenience — next to I-90 and close to the Rapid City airport, easy for families and short stays.
Room Quality
7.5
Rooms described as comfortable and larger-than-expected for price, but issues include noise (neighbors, elevator lobby), some stained furniture, a squeaky bathroom door and at least one serious pest report — generally decent but with notable concerns.
Amenities
7
Waterpark is a strong draw for families and there is a fenced dog area, but guests reported dirty waterpark conditions, found debris/bugs, and were disappointed by limited pool hours — amenities appeal is high but upkeep/hours reduce score.
Value for Money
9.2
Frequently cited as good value: spacious rooms, included breakfast and family-friendly amenities make it a preferred choice for returns despite some cleanliness/service caveats.
Food and Beverage
9
Breakfast repeatedly praised (waffles, variety, hot items); occasional long lines or refill issues on busy days but overall strong F&B experience for a complimentary hotel breakfast.
Overall Experience
8.7
Overall positive stay for families and pet owners: convenient location, strong breakfast/service and good value, tempered by recurring housekeeping, cleanliness and noise issues; many guests would return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:19

Property Description

Indoor Waterpark Fun for All Ages
Located just 10 miles from the Rapid City Regional Airport, La Quinta by Wyndham Rapid City offers an exciting feature - an on-site indoor waterpark that guarantees fun for guests of all ages.

Comfortable Rooms with Modern Amenities
Each guest room at our hotel is designed for your comfort and entertainment, equipped with a flat-screen cable TV and free WiFi. Enjoy the convenience of tea and coffee-making facilities in every room.

Convenient Facilities and Nearby Attractions
Start your day right with a daily continental breakfast featuring delicious waffles and fresh fruit. Stay active at the fitness centre or catch up on laundry with our on-site launderette. Plus, with the Rushmore Mall and Mount Rushmore National Monument nearby, there's plenty to explore during your stay at La Quinta by Wyndham Rapid City.

Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

Service Animals - ADA-defined service animals are welcome free of charge. Pets Allowed - 2 pets max. Cats and dogs only. 75lbs or less per pet. Fees - Nonrefundable 25 USD nightly for up to 2 pets. Max 75 USD per stay. Other Information - Contact hotel for additional details and availability.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: RAP

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 1216 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.5
Service: 9.5
Location: 9
Room Quality: 7.5
Amenities: 7
Value for Money: 9.2
Food and Beverage: 9
Overall Experience: 8.7
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Evelyn • couple • us
10
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Pamala • couple • us
9
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • us
7
Pros:

Overall, the hotel was very good. Room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was very good. Has a small fenced in area for dogs. The hotel is next to 90 so that was convenient. Would stay at WaTiki again.

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Chantel • family_with_children • us
8
Pool open in the morning. We were upset we woke up put suits on and pool didn’t open till 4pm. Disap
Pros:

Breakfast awesome

Cons:

Pool open in the morning. We were upset we woke up put suits on and pool didn’t open till 4pm. Disappointing. That is why we stayed at the hotel

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Edson • family_with_children • us
9
Pros:

Clean, comfortable and close to the airport.

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Ram • family_with_children • us
9
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Rostomily • family_with_children • us
8
A good hotel for a family stay
Pros:

Facilities were clean and in good condition

Cons:

Noisy. Yapping dogs, and our room was right outside the elevator lobby. Breakfast was good but refilling was hit and miss. Lines on Friday, Saturday and Sunday were long. Thursday was fabulous because a staff person was making waffles non stop so people hardly had to wait. Pancakes would be a better option if staff could keep up with refills.

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Derek • couple • us
10
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Cornel • couple • us
3
Showed the Bed Bugs to the Receptionist. She Said we should get a Refund.
Pros:

Did enjoy the Water Park

Cons:

Found several Bed Bugs in our room !!!

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Vicky • extended_group • us
7
Who ever was in the floor above us on the last night it sounded like they were moving furniture until around 11 and star
Pros:

Family rooms

Cons:

I wish the family rooms had
A small table and a few chairs to eat at

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Lawrence • extended_group • us
10
The OaQuinta was just what we were looking for .
Pros:

We were pleased with every aspect of our stay. Our room was clean , the staff was professional and the breakfast
was very good. The location was excellent in our quest to find something close to the Rapid City Airport

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Kirsten • family_with_children • us
8
Ok
Pros:

Keith - the guy at the waffle maker. He went above and beyond. What a hustler- keep him around!

Cons:

We arrived late and thought we’d get to play at the Waterpark - we didn’t realize we wouldn’t get a shot to go in the morning. It was so disappointing.
I would have liked to have see a pool hours.

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Keith • family_with_children • us
8
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Fabio • family_with_children • it
8
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Ray • couple • us
9
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Justin • family_with_children • us
8
Wonderful!
Pros:

It’s awesome you allow pets. The room was much bigger than expected, especially for the price. Very impressed!

Cons:

The Waterpark was a little dirty. My kids found bugs, feathers and just some gross stuff in the water. I’m sure it’s hard to keep it clean with so many people coming in and out.

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • us
8
Pros:

Nice room, nice to get the water park

Cons:

Noisy

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Dicus • couple • us
5
Not what I expected but I was able to sleep.
Pros:

It was in an alright location to get around rapid.

Cons:

I didn’t like the fact I had to evacuate the building and stand outside forever because their alarm system was faulty.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • us
9
2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • us
8
Cons:

The noise from room above us the kids never stop jumping off beds and stomping around

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee