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Prairie Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel near University of South Dakota in Vermillion

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Exterior
Property entrance
Lobby sitting area
Cafe
Reception

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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916 N Dakota Street, Vermillion, SD, 57069
  • Place, University of South Dakota
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Sanford Coyote Sports Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, DakotaDome
    ‪6 min walk‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Vermillion

In Vermillion .At this hotel, you'll be steps from DakotaDome and within a 15-minute walk of National Music Museum. Also, University of South Dakota is within half a mile (1 km) and Clay County Park is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • University of South Dakota - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • W. H. Over Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Sanford Coyote Sports Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • DakotaDome - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • National Music Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Sioux City, IA (SUX-Sioux Gateway) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Café Brulé - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪El Nopal - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Mister Smith's Bakery Cafe - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Prairie Inn

Hotel near University of South Dakota in Vermillion
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.

  • 1 building
  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1990
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate in-room dining area

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Washer/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 at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.

Property payment types

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

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, a smoke detector, 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
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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 20 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation.

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

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Prairie Inn Vermillion
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Prairie Hotel Vermillion
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Prairie Inn Hotel Vermillion

Frequently asked questions

How close is Prairie Inn to the airport?

Prairie Inn is 45.2 mi (44-min drive) away from the Sioux City, IA (SUX-Sioux Gateway) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Prairie Inn?

As of Mar 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Prairie Inn on Mar 29, 2026 start from CA $94, 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 Prairie Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Prairie Inn.

Does Prairie Inn offer free breakfast?

Prairie Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Prairie Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Prairie Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Prairie Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Prairie Inn have a pool?

Prairie Inn does not have a pool.

Does Prairie Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Prairie Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Prairie Inn to downtown Vermillion?

Prairie Inn is 1 mi away from Vermillion.

Prairie Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 339 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 108 out of 339 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 339 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 339 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 339 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Nicole

Travelled with family
Great location near campus. The hotel is just older and could use a rehab. But the price was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sherry

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The carpet was stained. There were cob webs in the corners. The shower curtain was yellowing. The hvac unit was moldy. The window did not lock. The blankets were scratchy. The sheets were dirty. The front desk attendant was gone. My neighbors were loud. There was vape smoke wafting out into the hallway. The breakfast was gross.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cassidy

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Barbara

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness

Clean but extremely frugal amenities

The bed was comfortable. The mattress was clean, but the box spring cover looked old and soiled. The blanket was old and worn. The pillows not the greatest. The coffee maker was placed high up in a closet and there was no coffee or cups. There was just one chair in the room. No paper or pen. No phone. Only one half-dollar size soap. One tiny tube of shampoo. Only one roll of toilet paper—no backup roll. One washcloth. Breakfast was cereal or a few pieces of pastry. The hotel had sufficient parking. It appeared to be owned or operated by people from India.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul M

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room had a very limited amount of places to plug in my hearing aid / and Cochlear equipment and my computer lap top. The staff were friendly , but not available. You had to use a phone at the front desk and call them . I do appreciate them as they helped me get my lost piece of personal bag returned or shipped.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Debbie

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jose

Travelled with family
Second time there. They do a great job on cleaning but there too much humidity on the room coming from the floor carpet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

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

6/10 Okay

Joel

Beds were hard
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robyn

Travelled with partner
Average room with easy check in and check out.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice for a less expensive hotel. Nothing fancy but clean, good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet area. The staff was very friendly and efficient. Nice, newly renovated bathroom. Great downtown area with fun shops and lots of food choices.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Amber

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
I waited in the lobby for an hour to check in. When I finally got checked in, she refused to give me a receipt, told me to get one from Expedia. There was no elevator, I had to carry all my bags up two flight of stairs. The property was old and rundown.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Renee

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Robert Lloyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel offered good value for money. Some areas such as stair carpets are a little worse for wear and the breakfast could be improved but it was certainly worth the money
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sebastian

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Die Bettwanzen machen die Nächte zu einem Erlebnis. Wer nicht gerne allein schläft, hat hier Gesellschaft.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Charlene

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy, Henderson

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

duran

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Filthy and the bed sheets were gross. Water stained ceilings and the bathroom smells sewage gas. The rooms were dark with poor lighting and dark. Too tired and it was last minute booking with no refund.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandie

Liked: Staff & service
For the price it was a clean hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Cailee

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Safe place to stay; in desperate need of updates
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice and clean. All is well. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

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

8/10 Good

Steven

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

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I stayed here several times and now that he is gone I stay there. It is always fresh and clean. The staff are always accommodating.Good people!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025