FOOTHILLS INN - Rapid City SD 1625 N. LaCrosse Street 57701

Reviews

"Good, comfortable, quiet."

Nice location, quiet convienent location with a scenic ride to Mt Rushmore.

Joe C. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Thu Aug 28 to Sun Aug 31 2025 at a $123.99 average nightly rate.

"Quaint place but needs updated."

This is a quiet quaint place but needs badly updated. The breakfast is not adequate for the price of the inn. Some workers/staff have bad attitudes. Night shift and morning shift. The lady on evening shift was very pleasant and helpful. Probably will not stay there again.

Randy E. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Tue Jul 01 to Sat Jul 05 2025 at a $116.10 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

When you stay at Foothills Inn in Rapid City, you'll be in a shopping district, within a 5-minute drive of Rushmore Mall and Watiki Water Park. This hotel is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from South Dakota School of Mines and Technology and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from The Monument Civic Center.

A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Make yourself at home in one of the 63 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Minnilusa Pioneer Museum - 1.4 mi
Journey Museum - 1.4 mi
Rushmore Plaza Civic Center - 1.5 mi
South Dakota School of Mines and Technology - 1.8 mi
National American University - 1.9 mi
Same Day Surgery Center - 3.2 mi
Rapid City Va Outpatient Clinic - 3.4 mi
Children's Care Hospital - 3.8 mi
Black Hills Surgery Center - 4.0 mi
Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 8.3 mi
Downtown Sturgis - 10.8 mi
Historic Deadwood - 13.8 mi
Whispering Pines Campground - 16.7 mi
Mount Rushmore - 20.0 mi
1880 Train - Hill City Depot - 21.8 mi
Custer State Park - 24.8 mi

Featured amenities include a computer station, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a seasonal outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. Additional features at this hotel include a television in a common area, charcoal grills, and a vending machine.

Just inside the elegantly appointed lobby of this first-class boutique hotel, a friendly smile waits to greet you. Beautiful Westminster chimes from the grandfather clock set the tone for a relaxing and memorable stay. Just outside our doors, legendary pieces of American heritage are yours to explore. Situated at the gateway to nearly one million acres of breathtaking national parks, abundant wildlife and fascinating monuments, the Grand Gateway Hotel of Rapid City welcomes you. Take a dip in the pool, or relx in a soothing hot tub. An exhilarating 130' waterslide is just one of the special features you'll discover. For your dining enjoyment, there is a 24-hour Perkins Restaurant & Bakery located adjacent to the hotel. Perkins serves a wide variety of American cuisine including their delicious, secret recipe buttermilk pancakes. Another enticing venue located right next door is the highly acclaimed Cheers Sports Lounge & Casino. Enjoy your favorite TV sports programming throughout the day followed by nightly entertainment. Free snacks are served during happy hour from 5 - 7 pm. Cheers opens at 7 am, so feel free to join us for complimentary coffee while watching the morning news. Meetings, banquets and social events at the Grand Gateway Hotel are conducted in sophisticated splendor. Whether a private board meeting for 10 or a formal affair for 200, we offer the perfect combination of facilities, service and the latest technology to ensure your function is a complete success. Weddings are our specialty!

Local Attractions

Mt. Rushmore National Memorial, Crazy Horse Memorial, Custer State Park, Jewl Cave, Black Hills Gold, Deadwood, Gambling.

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 3:00 PM - midnight

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2006

Floors: 4

Rooms: 132

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 132

Suites: 3

Room Windows: Windows Do Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 8

Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: On-site

Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site

Nightly Parking: $0

Total Taxes: 8.50%

Total Misc Fees: $3.06 USD

Cancellation: Any cancellation or modification to reservations must be made no later than 24 hours before the scheduled date of arrival. All reservations cancelled after this time will be subject to a non-refundable one night's room-and-tax cancellation fee.

Check-In Instructions:

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 20 mi (32 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Guests traveling with a service animal must contact the property prior to arrival.

Amenities / Features

24-hour front desk
Barbecue grill(s)
Bicycle rentals nearby
Cave exploring/spelunking nearby
Change of bed sheets (on request)
Change of towels (on request)
Charcoal grill
Check In: 3:00 PM - midnight
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Coffee/tea in common areas
Computer station
Concierge services
Daily
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Events/parties not allowed
Free WiFi
Free breakfast
Free continental breakfast
Free self parking
Health or beauty spa nearby
Heated pool
Helicopter/airplane tours on site
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Library
Maximum number of pets per room 2
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
No alcohol served onsite
No elevators
No rollaway/extra beds available
Off-street parking
Only dogs are allowed
Outdoor furniture
Outdoor seasonal pool
Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 14
Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 30
Pets allowed
Pets cannot be left unattended
Pool sun loungers
Pool umbrellas
Professional property host/manager
Rock climbing nearby
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Smoke-free property
Television in common areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Vending machine
Wheelchair accessible – no
Ziplining nearby

Airport & Shuttle Info

Rapid City Regional Airport, 8 miles Shuttle Service via Hotel Some Restrictions Apply

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Local Shuttle Info:

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Maximum number of pets per room 2

Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 30

Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 14

Service animals are allowed

Pets cannot be left unattended

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Only dogs are allowed

Pets allowed

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Breakage deposit: USD 200.00 per stay Destination fee: USD 10.00 per accommodation, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night Service animals are exempt from fees Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.00 per stay The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

The seasonal pool will be open from May 22 to September 07.
Children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Alcohol is not served at this property.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Contactless check-out is available

Cashless transactions are available

Contactless check-in is available

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

Breakfast Tally's Silver Spoon - Start your day with a hearty breakfast at this popular local diner. Located 0.8 miles from Foothills Inn.

Lunch Delmonico Grill - Indulge in a gourmet lunch at this upscale steakhouse. Located 1.5 miles from Foothills Inn.

Dinner Firehouse Brewing Company - Enjoy delicious American cuisine in a historic firehouse setting. Located 1.2 miles from Foothills Inn.

Activity Mount Rushmore National Memorial - Visit the iconic sculpture of four U.S. presidents. Located 23 miles from Foothills Inn.

Day 2

Breakfast Harriet & Oak - Start your day with artisanal coffee and a delicious breakfast sandwich. Located 0.9 miles from Foothills Inn.

Lunch Dakotah Steakhouse - Enjoy a mouthwatering steak for lunch at this local favorite. Located 2.7 miles from Foothills Inn.

Dinner Kōl - Experience a fusion of American and Asian flavors at this trendy restaurant. Located 1.3 miles from Foothills Inn.

Activity Badlands National Park - Explore the rugged beauty of the Badlands and its unique rock formations. Located 75 miles from Foothills Inn.

Day 3

Breakfast Essence of Coffee - Start your day with a freshly brewed cup of coffee and a delicious pastry. Located 0.7 miles from Foothills Inn.

Lunch Tally's Silver Spoon - Return to this local favorite for a tasty lunch. Located 0.8 miles from Foothills Inn.

Dinner Murphy's Pub & Grill - Savor traditional Irish dishes and enjoy live music at this lively pub. Located 1.1 miles from Foothills Inn.

Activity Custer State Park - Discover the beauty of this expansive park, home to diverse wildlife and scenic drives. Located 35 miles from Foothills Inn.

Frequent Questions

FAQs about Foothills Inn

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00 PM - midnight based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Foothills Inn have?

There are 132 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Foothills Inn?

Yes, they have 8 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

Is there a pool at Foothills Inn?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. pool hours 8:00AM till 10:00PM Sun thru Thur. 8:00AM till 11:00PM Fri and Sat. Indoor 20 thousand gallon pool with 130 foot water slide

Is Foothills Inn pet friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed. Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Is there shuttle service at Foothills Inn?

Rapid City Regional Airport, 8 miles Shuttle Service via Hotel Some Restrictions Apply

Meeting Space

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Foothills Inn

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Foothills Inn.

Feel free to use the Foothills Inn meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Rapid City event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Banquet

245/--

Crescent

171

Classroom

123

Hollow Square

71

U-Shape

84

Boardroom

71

Convention

18/15

Theater

327

Reception

294

Regist. Desk

294

Room Details

The Grand Gateway Hotel invites you to experience the perfect combination of comfort and elegance. State-of-the-art meeting and banquet facilities are available to host group functions. The latest technology is available for worry-free presentations in the Grand Gateway’s meeting rooms, which will accommodate a conference for 200 or a private meeting of 12. The Grand Ballroom offers an elegant setting for meetings, banquets and social events of a large scale, or smaller rooms can be sectioned off by a soundproof wall. Small groups will find a room to suit their needs in our unique salons, the boardroom or at the Pool Side Bistro. At the Grand Gateway, meetings and social events are conducted in sophisticated splendor with meticulous attention to detail.

Room Type:Ballroom

Floor Level:2

Power Outlets:10

Windows:4

Natural Light?:Yes

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?Yes

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?Yes

Banquet

122/--

Crescent

86

Classroom

61

Hollow Square

35

U-Shape

42

Boardroom

35

Convention

9/7

Theater

163

Reception

147

Regist. Desk

147

Room Details

The Grand Gateway Hotel invites you to experience the perfect combination of comfort and elegance. State-of-the-art meeting and banquet facilities are available to host group functions. The latest technology is available for worry-free presentations in the Grand Gateway’s meeting rooms, which will accommodate a conference for 200 or a private meeting of 12. The Grand Ballroom offers an elegant setting for meetings, banquets and social events of a large scale, or smaller rooms can be sectioned off by a soundproof wall. Small groups will find a room to suit their needs in our unique salons, the boardroom or at the Pool Side Bistro. At the Grand Gateway, meetings and social events are conducted in sophisticated splendor with meticulous attention to detail.

Room Type:Ballroom Section

Floor Level:2

Power Outlets:5

Windows:1

Natural Light?:Yes

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?Yes

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?Yes

Banquet

122/--

Crescent

86

Classroom

61

Hollow Square

35

U-Shape

42

Boardroom

35

Convention

9/7

Theater

163

Reception

147

Regist. Desk

147

Room Details

The Grand Gateway Hotel invites you to experience the perfect combination of comfort and elegance. State-of-the-art meeting and banquet facilities are available to host group functions. The latest technology is available for worry-free presentations in the Grand Gateway’s meeting rooms, which will accommodate a conference for 200 or a private meeting of 12. The Grand Ballroom offers an elegant setting for meetings, banquets and social events of a large scale, or smaller rooms can be sectioned off by a soundproof wall. Small groups will find a room to suit their needs in our unique salons, the boardroom or at the Pool Side Bistro. At the Grand Gateway, meetings and social events are conducted in sophisticated splendor with meticulous attention to detail.

Room Type:Ballroom Section

Floor Level:2

Power Outlets:5

Windows:2

Natural Light?:Yes

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?Yes

Built In Stage?No

Banquet

48/--

Crescent

46

Classroom

50

Hollow Square

24

U-Shape

22

Boardroom

19

Theater

75

Reception

78

Room Details

The Grand Gateway Hotel invites you to experience the perfect combination of comfort and elegance. State-of-the-art meeting and banquet facilities are available to host group functions. The latest technology is available for worry-free presentations in the Grand Gateway’s meeting rooms, which will accommodate a conference for 200 or a private meeting of 12. The Grand Ballroom offers an elegant setting for meetings, banquets and social events of a large scale, or smaller rooms can be sectioned off by a soundproof wall. Small groups will find a room to suit their needs in our unique salons, the boardroom or at the Pool Side Bistro. At the Grand Gateway, meetings and social events are conducted in sophisticated splendor with meticulous attention to detail.

Room Type:General Meeting Room

Floor Level:2

Power Outlets:4

Windows:2

Natural Light?:Yes

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?Yes

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?Yes

Boardroom

14

Room Details