The Dakota

2.5 star property
Family-friendly stay near Denny Sanford Premier Center

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Double Queen Room | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Queen Room

  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

King Room

  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Studio

  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Sioux Falls

Northwest Sioux Falls stay.With a stay at this Northwest Sioux Falls hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Elmwood Golf Course and 2 miles (3 km) of Denny Sanford Premier Center. Sioux Falls Convention Center and Sioux Empire Fairgrounds are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Elmwood Golf Course - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Sioux Empire Fairgrounds - 3 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Denny Sanford Premier Center - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Sioux Falls Convention Center - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Sioux Falls Arena - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casa Del Rey - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Boston’s Restaurant & Sports Bar Sioux Falls - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crooked Pint Ale House - ‬20 min walk

About this property

The Dakota

Family-friendly stay near Denny Sanford Premier Center
The Dakota offers its guests a children's pool, an indoor pool, a waterslide, and a hot tub. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour business center and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is served daily. A 24-hour fitness center, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at the family-friendly The Dakota. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Sioux Falls hotel.

  • 98 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • 1 conference room
The Dakota offers 98 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

This Sioux Falls hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Waterslide

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Waterslide

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25.00 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Brimark
Brimark Inn
Brimark Inn Sioux Falls
Brimark Sioux Falls
Dakotah Lodge
Dakotah Lodge
The Dakota Hotel
The Dakota Sioux Falls
The Dakota Hotel Sioux Falls
Dakotah Lodge of Sioux Falls
OYO Hotel Sioux Falls Airport SD
OYO Dakotah Lodge Waterpark Sioux Falls

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Dakota to the airport?

The Dakota is 3.7 mi (6-min drive) away from the Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Dakota?

As of Dec 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dakota on Dec 28, 2025 start from $69.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Dakota have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Dakota.

How close is The Dakota to the beach?

This hotel is 16 mi (26-min drive) from Lake Alvin Beach.

Does The Dakota offer free breakfast?

The Dakota offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Dakota?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Dakota?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs USD 20 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at The Dakota?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Dakota have a pool?

The Dakota features an indoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does The Dakota have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Dakota to downtown Sioux Falls?

The Dakota is 2.6 mi away from Sioux Falls.

The Dakota Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 179 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 200 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 189 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 224 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 208 out of 1000 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Wendi

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Sabrina Van

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, but very old and is in desperate need of renovations, lots furniture is in need of replacing & repair.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Brandon

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amy

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room the carpet felt like it was wet the toilet wouldn’t flush went to the front desk no one was there as the toilet stopped working as I was leaving. Trash in bags in the hall way smelled of cigarette smoke and weed in the hallway burn holes in the blankets. And when I arrived there was a child just running around not sure who he belonged to
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Emily

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would not recommend staying here. The room we were given was dirty and clearly not cleaned properly before our arrival. The sink would back flow overtime you ran the water. We had to brush our teeth with a water bottle. To make matters worse, there was obvious drug dealing and shady activity going on outside at night, which made us feel unsafe. People were leaving the back door of the hotel propped open. We had the room at the very end next to the door as could here all this activity go on ALL NIGHT LONG. We ended up leaving the room at 1am and driving to a safe place to sleep in our car. The pool was also closed and under construction—a major amenity we expected to use and that was never disclosed at booking. Check-in was also unpleasant; the staff seemed disorganized. Overall, a very disappointing experience and not worth the money.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Janis

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Clair

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Old motel but clean and friendly staff

Staff was grest but first 5hey checked us into an already occupied room. New room light bulbs we burned ol, but clean and friendly staffut and toilet was plugged 🔌 and wouldn't flush. She would give us a new room if we wamted to, but she got the toilet to flush very slowly and we didn't want to move every, too late at night
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haley

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tasha, Huron

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Gross

After check-in, which took a long time, we found out the pool was closed. That was disappointing. The room was okay, beds are comfy. The walls need touch-ups and the toilet ran at night. We slept ok and the breakfast was nice, lots of options. The room was pretty quiet. There were stains on the carpet and some carpet torn in one spot. It looks like they're doing some renovations, but no signs are up informing customers. As we did a final sweep to check for forgotten items, I noticed the mattress protector on one bed had gotten pulled out and had dried feces on it. Or what looked like feces. It was totally disgusting and we were grossed out. There was nobody at the front desk so we didn’t tell the staff. We should have taken the refund when she offered at check out and stayed somewhere else. Only reason I gave some stars was the bed were comfortable and the free breakfast was decent. Had we seen the feces on the mattress protector prior to check-out we would not have stayed.
Paint needs touch ups
Stains on carpet
Stains on carpet
Broken "black out" curtain
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Spencer

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Got more motel 8 vibes from the place.

Pool and hot tub were closed. Was unaware. Stain on towel in bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cassandra

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gross

Super gross room. Was told we were being moved rooms. Had concert tickets so just dropped our bags after we checked in and headed out the door. When we came back at midnight we discovered this is what the room looked like and there was no one at the front desk. Super disappointed. Have emailed the hotel with no response back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kapru

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

paul

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
No counter space in bathroom or room. Pool was unusable. Nice breakfast area, clean and nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Modesty

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Hailey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joslyn

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Malcom

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jett

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was chill just that when I stayed there the pool was closed with they had lots of fun pictures about it
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mary

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upon arrival the front desk attendants were courteous and friendly. They had a fan on the countertop blowing on them to stay cool. The air conditioning was not working. The first room they sent us to was so wet from inadequate ventilation flow. The floor looked as though it was just mopped and moisture was dripping off the refrigerator and bathroom toilet and shower walls. The bedding was damp. They moved us quickly into another room which was better. However, the lights didn’t work. There were ceiling tiles removed in the hallway.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good enough for a night of rest

Easy to find, friendly staff. Pool was down for repairs. Not the best parking options and questionable people loitering in the parking area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Booked it purely for the pool/waterslide. It is down for repairs/maintenance for at least 2 more weeka at the time of my check in. Would of never booked ot is was posted it was down
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025