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Prairie Inn

2.0 star property

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Lobby
Property entrance
Reception
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking
Breakfast area

Reviews

7.0 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
916 N Dakota Street, Vermillion, SD, 57069
  • University of South Dakota
    1 min walk
  • DakotaDome
    4 min walk
  • Sanford Coyote Sports Center
    6 min walk
  • Yankton, SD (YKN-Chan Gurney Municipal)
    31 min drive

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About this property

Prairie Inn

Hotel with free parking, steps from University of South Dakota
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a 24-hour front desk, free newspapers, and ATM/banking services.
Prairie Inn offers 31 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature washers/dryers and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Prairie Inn, you're just a quick walk from University of South Dakota. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus a restaurant.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Amenities include free lobby newspapers, laundry facilities, and an ATM
  • Steps from University of South Dakota and DakotaDome
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Prairie Inn also features a vending machine, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This Vermillion hotel is smoke free.

Prairie Inn has a restaurant serving lunch and dinner.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site

Food and drink

  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available

Family friendly

  • Cots/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Separate dining area
  • Washer/dryer

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Cots/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Heating
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • TV channels
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining room

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Washer and dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 15

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15.00 per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 15.00
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 220 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 21 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 15.00 per stay plus USD 15.00 one-time cleaning
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 15 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 20 years old
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

We should mention

  • Children 21 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.

Property is also known as

Prairie Inn
Prairie Inn Vermillion
Prairie Vermillion
Prairie Hotel Vermillion
Prairie Inn Hotel
Prairie Inn Vermillion
Prairie Inn Hotel Vermillion

Prairie Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 302 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 102 out of 302 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 302 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 302 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 302 reviews" "

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, had a bath & shower. Had 2 chairs ,small table, mini fridge & microwave. Not fancy but nice. And inexpensive.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

William

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was ok Ok for a quick night's sleep
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Kenneth

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Tara

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Some rough edges to work on, overall a good stay
The rooms were generally clean. We did find leftovers in one of the mini fridges in one room. The window sills had bugs and dust, so those aren't being cleaned regularly. The curtains in one room were also stained. The hallway was also very hot compared to the rooms. One of our rooms had two queen beds. There were only two towels (and one washcloth) in the bathroom. When my husband went to ask about getting more towels the desk clerk said, "you want them now?" Um, yes! Two towels in a room that should sleep four people is not enough. The next day after housekeeping was there we had three towels and still only one washcloth. Overall we did have a good experience. These were really minor inconveniences in the grand scheme of things. Bonus? The website does not mention breakfast, but we were surprised to find a light, continental breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Bethany

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean overall. Property could use some updates and new parking lot. Breakfast had a poor selection of items with no fresh items and microwave did not work.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stopped in early to make our reservation. We were going to be a late arrival. They have it posted that the lobby is open until 11:00pm. We knew it would be closer to midnight. They waited for us. She had the key in her hand when we came through the front door. Our only problem was the heater. It was very warm when we checked in. We turned it down to 68. It did not cool off. We completely shut it off. The staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Craig

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
It is a convenient location for sports.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Dawson

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Decent place and a good price.
An older property, there were places where things were worn. But it was very clean. Smelled fresh without chemicals. Good value. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamica

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

MICHAEL, COLUMBIA

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Run down - lots of chipping paint, the towel racks were rusting. Breakfast options were lacking - no juice, just water or coffee. I don't know that I'd stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Kay, las cruces

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely basic hotel. Love that it’s across from the Dakota Dome!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Robert

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
lacking
My room was dark and dindgy. Lights were burned out. Breakfast was lacking, Common area was messed up. Every thing was outdated, like the bead spreads looked 20 years old. Needs a total renovation.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

TOMMY

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here while on a pheasant hunt. I was there to sleep and get up to hunt, so it served its purpose and that’s all I can ask for. I will be staying here again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine, Omaha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean but pretty worn and bedding is thin. Bath towels are small and thin. Heat was either on or off. Set to auto it never shut off and room got way too hot despite set at 70. Breakfast was ok but no juice at all - machine marked as broken. Pop machine broken too. Could be a great place but there are a lot of things that need to be fixed. Fantastic location and staff were great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

John

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Meanwhile back at the Pizza Ranch Hotel…
I’ve stayed in plenty of budget hotels, but this was pretty bad to be honest. There were plenty of visible stains on the bedding: blood, mystery stains. The mattresses were very thin as were the pillows. When we asked for more pillows and towels, as there were only two on each bed and two (paper thin, dirty) towels total, we were given a death glare and quizzed on which room we were in and how many guests there were. Breakfast consisted of individually wrapped snack cakes, bread, and coffee. Given that this hotel is attached to a Pizza Ranch (that’s correct) I wouldn’t have been surprised if there was day old pizza slices for breakfast. Hard pass, I’ll pay a bit more and stay elsewhere in Vermillion. This is not worth the meager savings.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

james

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
There is mold in almost all the showers. My room had water damage on the ceiling. Breakfast wasnt open on time.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Mehmet, Irvine

Internet was not working
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

James

Liked: Staff & service
We found a baby roach on our wall. Also had crumbs or something on the bed. Love the staff sure things were just simple mistakes.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Janice

Travelled with family
You need to have more wash cloths at least two in the bathroom. More electrical outlets needed in rooms to charge devices.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023