The Dakota

2.5 star property
Family-friendly stay near Sioux Empire Fairgrounds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
A hotel reception area with a blue wall, a large mirror, and a counter with coffee-making equipment.
A residential area with a paved walkway, a stone bench, and a variety of shrubs and trees.
A modern living room with a brick fireplace, leather sofa, and a colorful striped rug.
Indoor pool

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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3200 W. Russell, Sioux Falls, SD, 57107
  • Place, Elmwood Golf Course
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Sioux Falls Convention Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Denny Sanford Premier Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sioux Falls, SD (FSD-Sioux Falls Regional)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Double Queen Room

  • 270 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

King Room

  • 270 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Studio

  • 270 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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 Ramkota Exhibit Hall and 2 miles (3 km) of Elmwood Golf Course. Denny Sanford Premier Center and Sioux Empire Fairgrounds are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Elmwood Golf Course - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Sioux Empire Fairgrounds - 2 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Sioux Falls Convention Center - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Denny Sanford Premier Center - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Sioux Falls Arena - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Log Cabin - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crooked Pint Ale House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Boston’s Restaurant & Sports Bar Sioux Falls - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Dakota

Family-friendly stay near Sioux Empire Fairgrounds
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
  • 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

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from March 31 2026 to June 30 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

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 3.9 mi (8-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 Jun 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dakota on Jul 5, 2026 start from $81, including 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 19.7 mi (27-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.The property will be renovating the pool from March 31 2026 to June 30 2026 (completion date subject to change).

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 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 201 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 192 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 213 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 218 out of 1003 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.0/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was awesome, very welcoming , and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have a nice outdoor area but was covered in snow. Great in summer Im sure.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
PET friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool was out of order and building was under construction im guessing due to the multiple holes in the property, but they all looked cut out like they were in progress of an upgade perhaps? Other than that, pretty basic continental breakfast and very helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing to complain about
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rodrigo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean place comfy beds decent breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Sam

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Door was wide open, beds weren’t done, no pillows or blankets.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the hot tub and pool were out of service for repairs. we did not have breakfast might have checked out before it was ready.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Nina

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Pool was closed. Breakfast was only cereal, bread, bagels, oatmeal, apples and oranges, no waffles or eggs. The coffee was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ronald

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
No hot tub, no pool, no Kcup coffees in the room. The place was under construction in the hallway to our room. No real frills here. ;-(
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

cynthia j

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Didn-t look ,Was in town for business.No glasses in the room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Kimberly

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The building smelt like cigarette smoke the minute we entered the lobby. The employee at the front desk seemed unbothered by making an effort to make us feel welcomed let alone put a smile on her face. The building is under construction, pool was closed, and the parking had 3 cars on jacks like it was also being used as a mechanic shop. We never even carried our bags in after looking at the room. We left and stayed elsewhere. Really unfortunate as I remember it being a decent place from a previous stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

MARY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Breakfast healthy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sheldon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bed was comfortable and decent breakfast, room price was decent
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

James F.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice area
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room for a night
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place and friendly staff

Beautiful place to stay and affordable Will definitely keep this one saved for another visit
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Daizah

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
It was okay for the time I needed the room , personally it could have been a little cleaner but like I said it wasn’t bad
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property, we would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Glenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good area felt safe
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mike

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was pretty run down. Chunk of carpet cut out, sink badly stained and no drain stopper, chair covered in pet hair, rock hard pillows, pool and hot tub weren’t operating, ceiling leaking in hallway. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jacob

Disliked: Amenities
Room was decent... staff was ok... no pool... no breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025