La Quinta Inn and Suites by Wyndham at WaTiki Waterpark

    Fast Times in Rapid City

    Colorful, pet-friendly hotel off I-90 near RAP airport

    With a convenient location steps from the largest indoor waterpark in South Dakota, our La Quinta Inn and Suites by Wyndham at WaTiki Waterpark is the perfect starting point for an unforgettable stay. Spend family time next door at the WaTiki® Indoor Waterpark or take a scenic drive to the Mount Rushmore National Memorial. The Black Hills National Forest is also within driving distance, as are a variety of Rapid City attractions. Whether you're here for business or pleasure, our hotel provides all the amenities you need—including free daily breakfast.

    Refreshing Amenities

    You'll love free breakfast and WiFi—plus, a gym

    Enjoy a bright stay in Rapid City with our convenient amenities and signature Here for You service. Start your mornings with a free Bright Side Breakfast® of waffles, eggs, and more. We offer a fitness center for daily workouts in addition to free WiFi, an on-site business center, and meeting facilities. Unwind in one of our non-smoking guest rooms, featuring a mini-refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, desk, ironing amenities, and flat-screen HDTV. Plus, you'll appreciate extras like an on-site restaurant and free on-site parking. We're also next to WaTiki Indoor Waterpark (passes are not included in the cost of your stay).

    The Best of the Rapid City

    Visit landmarks, explore the Black Hills, or ride water slides

    Drive through the Black Hills of South Dakota to see everything from the Mount Rushmore National Memorial to the Crazy Horse Memorial. Located next to our hotel, WaTiki Indoor Waterpark offers water slides and pools for the whole family. You can also discover the cultural gems in downtown Rapid City or get up close and personal with grizzly bears at Bear Country USA. Outdoor adventure, history, culture—Rapid City has it all.

    Arts & Culture

    America's Founding Fathers Exhibit

    Dahi Arts Center

    The Journey Museum & Learning Center

    Motion Unlimited Museum

    Museum of Geology

    South Dakota Air and Space Museum

    Points of Interest

    Berlin Wall

    Central States Fairgrounds

    Downtown Rapid City

    Ellsworth Air Force Base

    Main Street Square

    Outdoors & Recreation

    Bear Country USA

    Black Hills Caverns

    Black Hills National Forest

    Crazy Horse Memorial

    Custer State Park

    Dinosaur Park

    Mount Rushmore National Memorial

    Old MacDonald's Farm

    Reptile Gardens

    Skyline Wilderness Area Park

    Storybook Island

    WaTiki Indoor Waterpark

    Shopping

    Baken Park

    Pawnseum

    Prairie Edge Trading Co. & Galleries

    Rushmore Mall

    Photos

    La Quinta Inn and Suites by Wyndham at WaTiki Waterpark restaurant in Rapid City, South Dakota
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    Guest room at the La Quinta Inn and Suites by Wyndham at WaTiki Waterpark in Rapid City, South Dakota

    Map & Directions

    1416 North Elk Vale Road, Rapid City, SD, 57703

    Amenities

    Amenities

    DINING

    Sliders Bar & Grill

    Join us at our on-site restaurant, Sliders Bar & Grill, for lunch, dinner, and drinks and enjoy delicious pizzas, wings, salads, and more.

    Daily Hours:
    Mon–Fri: 3:30–10 p.m.
    Sat–Sun: 10:30 a.m.–10 p.m.

    Summer Hours (May 24–Sept. 1, 2025):
    Daily: 10:30 a.m.–10 p.m.

    MEETINGS, EVENTS & GROUPS

    The Perfect Space for Meetings & Events

    Plan your next special event or business meeting with us. Featuring 1,600 square feet of event space, our hotel offers two meeting rooms that accommodate up to 150 guests. We can also arrange great rates for groups of all sizes.

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