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Presidential history meets mountain gateway

Rapid City earns its "City of Presidents" nickname through life-sized bronze statues of every U.S. president positioned on downtown street corners. This free walking tour winds past the 1928 Alex Johnson Hotel, where Tudor Revival architecture incorporates Native American design elements. Main Street Square hosts over 150 annual events from summer concerts to winter ice skating, while nearby Art Alley showcases rotating murals reflecting the region's creative spirit.

Elevated dining and strategic location

The culinary scene has evolved beyond frontier roots. Tally's Silver Spoon transforms from refined breakfast spot to upscale dinner destination with locally sourced ingredients, while Delmonico Grill serves dry-aged steaks with an extensive wine list. Juniper at Vertex Sky Bar offers rooftop dining with panoramic views atop the Alex Johnson. The city serves as a practical base for exploring the region—Mount Rushmore sits 30 minutes away, Badlands National Park an hour east, and Custer State Park 45 minutes south.

Planning your visit

Rapid City Regional Airport connects directly to Denver, Minneapolis, and Dallas. Renting a car proves essential for exploring beyond downtown. Members can apply miles toward downtown accommodations within walking distance of presidential statues while maintaining easy access to the Black Hills' landmarks.

Frequently Asked Questions about Rapid City

Can I book hotels in Rapid City with miles on Delta Stays?

Yes, you can book your hotel stay in Rapid City using your Delta miles, either for the total amount or in combination with money to reserve your stay. When you log in to your Delta SkyMiles® account, you will also discover Member offers at select properties that could enhance your travel experience.

What are the benefits of booking my Rapid City hotel on Delta Stays?

As a SkyMiles Member, you will earn 2 miles per $1 you spend on completed hotel stays and vacation rentals booked through Delta Stays. You will also enjoy access to special Member offers at select properties, and have the flexibility to pay with miles, cash, or a combination of both. To ensure you earn miles when paying fully with cash, simply sign in to your SkyMiles account or enter your SkyMiles number at checkout. Please allow up to 8 weeks after completing a stay for miles to appear in the SkyMiles account provided. Please also note that if you use miles to pay for any portion of your stay, you will not earn miles on that reservation, including any amount paid with cash.

Can I change or cancel my hotel booking made through Delta Stays?

Cancellation policies vary by property. Be sure to check the cancellation policy listed under the hotel’s details before booking. Some rates are refundable, while others are non-refundable. Please note that if you make changes to or cancel your booking, this may affect the number of miles you earn and receive in your account.

Can I book with my Delta SkyMiles® American Express® Card?

As a Delta SkyMiles® Gold, Platinum, or Reserve American Express® Cardholder, you can earn additional miles along with valuable benefits, including an annual statement credit of up to $200 applicable toward prepaid accommodations booked through Delta Cars and Stays. Terms apply to these offers. To gain a full understanding of your card's complete benefits package, we recommend visiting the Delta SkyMiles® American Express Credit Cards page where detailed information about all your cardholder privileges is available for review.

Can I earn MQDs on Delta Stays hotel bookings?

Delta Stays occasionally offers valued promotions allowing SkyMiles Members to accumulate Medallion® Qualification Dollars when booking accommodations through their platform. We encourage you to visit the Delta Stays MQD Offer page to check for the latest MQDs offers and review their specific terms and conditions.

Do I need to be a Delta SkyMiles Member to book a hotel on Delta Stays?

No, anyone can book hotels through Delta Stays. However, only SkyMiles Members can earn miles and access Member-only prices and offers. As a Member, you will earn 2 miles per $1 you spend on Delta Cars and Stays (excluding taxes and other fees). The best part is that SkyMiles is free to join. Visit the delta.com to join today.

Can I book a vacation rental through Delta Stays?

Yes, Delta Stays offers a wide selection of vacation rentals in addition to hotels. You can explore a variety of homes, condos, and distinctive accommodations powered by Vrbo on the Vacation Rentals page.

Which hotels have high ratings in Rapid City?

You will find 57 hotels in Rapid City to choose from when you book on Delta Stays. The Rushmore Hotel & Suites, BW Premier Collection has a guest rating of 8.4 out of 10, and features a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Another top-rated hotel is Hotel Alex Johnson Rapid City, Curio Collection by Hilton and guests enjoy its 2 bars/lounges. Residence Inn Rapid City has a rating of 8.8 and this hotel has a free water park and a children's pool.

Which area in Rapid City should I book for my stay?

Rapid City has a variety of interesting neighborhoods that appeal to travelers and locals alike.

Downtown Rapid City brings presidential history to life with life-sized bronze statues lining walkable streets, while Art Alley's rotating murals and Main Street Square's seasonal fountains create an engaging cultural hub before heading into the Black Hills. One of the popular places to stay in the area is Hotel Alex Johnson Rapid City, Curio Collection by Hilton.

Downtown's Historic District brings American history to life with life-size bronze presidential statues lining walkable streets of handsome Neoclassical buildings. Art Alley's colorful murals and Main Street Square's fountains add creative energy to this compact area. Top hotels in the neighborhood include Hotel Alex Johnson Rapid City, Curio Collection by Hilton.

What's a good time of year to visit Rapid City?

To experience Rapid City during great weather, visit in June when temperatures average in the 70s and trails are fully accessible with lighter crowds before peak season. For off-peak prices and fewer visitors, consider late September when temperatures remain comfortable in the 70s with minimal crowds and lower lodging rates.

Which hotels in Rapid City are located near Watiki Water Park?

This 30,000-square-foot indoor waterpark features thrilling slides, a lazy river, and Koko's Kingdom play area. Weekday mornings bring shorter waits for aquatic adventures. One popular hotel is Hotel Alex Johnson Rapid City, Curio Collection by Hilton which is a short drive away.

Which hotels in Rapid City are located closest to Main Street Square?

The square transforms from summer splash pad to winter ice rink, hosting 150 events yearly. Grab dinner at a nearby restaurant and catch a free concert on Thursday evenings. One popular hotel is Hotel Alex Johnson Rapid City, Curio Collection by Hilton which is steps away.

Which hotels in Rapid City are located closest to Central States Fairgrounds?

The Central States Fairgrounds hosts the annual August fair and Black Hills Stock Show & Rodeo, where visitors can experience authentic rodeo competitions and live concerts. Popular hotels include Hotel Alex Johnson Rapid City, Curio Collection by Hilton which is a short drive away.

*Terms and conditions:

Mileage Offer:

SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window on the base hotel rate for a completed hotel stay. Base hotel rate is the cost of the hotel room, before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking or upon checkout. Taxes and fees, gratuities, room service other booking charges, or any bookings which are paid or reduced by miles, redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit. For clarity, if miles are used as a form of payment (whether for all or a portion of the booking), no portion of the booking will be eligible to earn miles under this offer. Except with respect to the Hertz Mileage offer (listed below), SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per eligible US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Cars on the base car rental rate for a completed car qualifying rental booking (“Qualifying Dollars”). A qualifying rental booking includes rentals at a participating location for one or more days at rates other than travel industry rates or discounts, wholesale of tour package rates or discounts, wholesale tour package rates, insurance/dealer replacement rates, corporate and government rates, group travel discounts, or rentals in conjunction with a frequent flyer car award, or other corporate agreements applicable to the respective car company. Calculation of the applicable standard mileage offer is listed below by car rental company. Qualifying Dollars include the base car rental rate, which is the cost of the car rental before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking. Taxes, fees, other incidental charges, or other booking charges or any bookings which are paid or reduced by redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit and are not included in the Qualifying Dollars.

This mileage offer does not apply to stays or car rentals booked through Delta Vacations or any cruises booked through Delta Cruises.

Standard mileage offer for car rentals booked at https://www.delta.com/Opens in a new window or https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window:

Hertz Reservations:

• General SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Silver Medallions earn 5 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Gold Medallions earn 6 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Platinum Medallions earn 7 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Diamond Medallions earn 8 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Dollar and Thrifty Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Alamo, Enterprise, National, Avis, Budget, Payless and SIXT Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 2 miles per Qualifying Dollar