We were in town visiting and someone suggested the martini bar here. Upon arrival we found out there was a $10 admission fee so we went to the Irish bar adjoining the hotel. We ended up having a ton of fun. Very mixed crowd, but in a really great way. Amazing prices. Our night there a couple was celebrating their wedding and the music was a game changer.

A very beautiful hotel! Our room was one of the weirdest setups I've in a hotel. We booked a double queen room but we actually got 2 rooms, each with a full size mattress, a TV, a desk, and a dresser. The only thing the two rooms shared was a bathroom which also doubled as the connection to the other room. It's pretty hard explain... When the AC frosted over in one of the rooms the hotel was very quick to fix it, and upkeep was extremely important at this property. They made sure everything was in tiptop shape. The beds were also super comfy! We overall enjoyed our stay at this wonderful hotel and would recommend this property to anyone staying in Rapid City!

We just stopped by downtown Rapid City on our way through town to catch a bite to eat. We seem the Alex Johnson hotel in the distance and made a comment that it would be fun to go there. Low and behold the restaurant we wanted to eat at was in it's lobby. Paddy O'Neils Irish Pub. Great food great atmosphere. Drank a Guinness while sharing some Shepard's pie! We'll definitely be back.

Recently had a business dinner at the Vertex restaurant on top of the Alex Johnson Hotel. Food was good as were the drinks, but the service was outstanding. Very prompt refills and great recommendations for meals. Also it goes without saying that the view was amazing. Exclusive but definitely worth it.

Updated: They reversed the charge after a few days, so everything is all good now!

Beautiful hotel, antique almost. Fair price for sure, not excited that I was charged by the 3rd party and then again thru the hotel itself though. They said they'd fix it, but I've been too busy to follow up on that to be honest. Hopefully it works out, or I'll be calling them to ensure it does. Nice place though, right in the center of everything in Rapid City 👍

Beautiful hotel, antique almost. Fair price for sure, not excited that I was charged by the 3rd party and then again thru the hotel itself though. They said they'd fix it, but I've been too busy to follow up on that to be honest. Hopefully it works out, or I'll be calling them to ensure it does. Nice place though, right in the center of everything in Rapid City 👍

This is an amazing hotel! We have stayed here several times and each room is unique and very clean. The staff is helpful and friendly as well. Take time to look at each floor and read about the hotel. And the Chubby Chipmunk is an absolute must! They are located in the main lobby and it is amazing!

We decided to treat ourselves to a stay at the Alex Johnson - I’ve wanted to stay here for many years but budget just didn’t allow for it. This year we finally made it and it was superb. Meticulous rooms, incredibly comfortable beds with perfect bedding - a marvelous interior and rich history. The staff is wonderful and one of my favorite parts of the stay is the rooftop. Partly indoors, partly outdoors on two levels ten stories above Rapid City... you can relax outside at the fire pits surrounded by amazing views and encased firenadoes while drinking the beverage of your choice. Great music, spectacular views... I never wanted to leave!

History, activities and small town charm. What more could you ask for? I had the weekend getaway bug and the Alex Johnson pulled me in! Where else can you stay in the same hotel where four US Presidents have stayed (we were blessed to stay in the presidential suite. You can literally feel the history in this room). The location serves as “base camp” for all that South Dakota has to offer. It really is a must visit.

I've never visited a hotel that I've loved more.. The staff was SO friendly, the rooms were reasonably priced and the hotel was so classy, had great on site restaurants and felt super safe! We'll be back again!! Loved the older concierge that was working Saturday night!

The building itself is probably the nicest in Rapid City. It has an updated old school Charm about it. The parking can be a bit difficult, but there is valet parking if you want to pay for it. While you stay there, the rooftop bar is a must, with spectacular views of the mountains and the city. The rooms are nicely upgraded while keeping with the rustic old school feel and history of the building.

We had a great experience here while traveling west with our two large dogs! The staff was very kind and accommodating for our last minute reservation. The food from the pub was pretty dang good, too! Price was very reasonable for the amount of luxury this place has to offer. We will absolutely make this our Rapid City stopping point!!

It was an okay stay. The phone didn't work, which normally isn't a problem but still annoying. Our coffee (4 k-cups, 2 decaf 2 medium roast) was never refilled during clean up the next morning, that was pretty (f******) inconvenient. Late checkout is hourly like a hooker motel so there's that. The hotel also doesn't offer breakfast, which means the nice view of the sky bar isn't available until 4pm, which was doubly disappointing. Side note: Breakfast across the street at tally's was amazing! View from the room was great, and the seductive elevator voice was a nice touch. The shower was perfect! The temperature dial is on the opposite side of the shower head, pretty handy. Rapid City overall was awesome, and this hotel's location is great, right in the middle of downtown. If location (walking distance) is important to you, this place is great, but overall I'd say it's a pretty average hotel stay, and for a reduced price I'd be fine with many other hotel chains and just drive into the center.

I had a meeting in the Rushmore room. I asked for directions at the front desk and she was very friendly and helpful. I walked there, so I didn't need to use the valet service they offer. It has a convenient downtown location.

The Wedding of Our Dreams

This hotel is spectacular, but what takes it from a 5 star review to a 10 star review is the STAFF. We stayed at the Alex Johnson in October for several days and celebrated our reception in the fabulous ballroom. I cannot express how much I appreciate everything our Wedding Coordinator did for us. Allison, you were AMAZING! The entire catering team was perfect, timely, friendly and overly accommodating. This hotel has always been a home away from home for me and now I have even more memories of one of the most important days of our lives. We can't wait to return for another stay or dinner at my two favorite restaurants.

They just did a massive update which makes it super nice. Nice rooms, the few times I've stayed at the Alex Johnson were good. Curtious staff, great location, but the whole hotel still has that historic feel. The only thing I didn't like was the elevators, I'm a bigger guy and you get a few people in them and they feel tight. Other than that I'd recommend to stay there anytime

Overall best experience I've ever had in lodging. The Vertex rooftop 'restaurant' is really a bold architectural mini-masterpiece. The outdoor patio with sweeping views is lit and warmed by many moderne gas torches and fireplaces. The bartender the night I was there, I forgot his name, sorry, but he made my experience on a slow night something special. He's a magician ! who loves his black hills, and has way too many stories for a guy his age (kidding).

Staying at the Alex Johnson puts you at ground zero of a burgeoning music and arts scene; do not miss "Art Alley". If you are tired of ubiquitous country music, try the Oasis bar, just a few steps away.

The hotel is named for a railroad baron, and has been completely renovated in grand period style, where practical. I noted many thoughtful little touches in my room that they don't brag on. The hotel does not own parking, but is surrounded by city parking which is free on the weekend, and $10 per day otherwise. Parking is vigorously patrolled by an exceptionally well staffed police department.

The room itself was amazing! The view was great given the fact it is rapid city. Room service was quick and accommodating to my lactose intolerance. We went up to the vertex bar for dinner and drinks, which was also great. Our waitress was very nice and attentive. She made sure our table was saved for us when we went up to the patio. The staff there was all very kind to us and made sure we had whatever we needed.

We love everything about this hotel, except that they charge $50 per night for a pet fee. I can understand maybe having a one time charge of $50 per stay, but for every night? Do I get free doggy daycare with this? No. But I should for that amount. Other than that, this place is awesome if you're not toting along a fur baby with you.

Went out for drinks at Paddy's and then bought a pass to go up to The Vertex. The entire staff was incredibly well organized and extremely helpful. Had an amazing night.

For just chilling with my folks, the atmosphere is nice. Having the pub right there is really convenient. Have yet to see if eighth floor is actually haunted. Rooftop bar has nice view, and the fireplaces keep you warm when it's chilly.

Great location in the middle of downtown. Nice rooms. Cool restaurant/bar on the roof with amazing view and good food. Irish pub downstairs, also good food.

I went to the Alex Johnson to take a date to the Vertex skybar. A couple of boys working the valet helped me out and made sure the experience was a memorable one. Thank you so much to them! The first one was named Andrew and he made sure everything went smoothly, the second was also named Andrew ironically and he gave me a nice history lesson about the hotel. I am glad the hotel hires such knowledgeable and helpful staff!

This place is awesome. Rooftop bar provides great view of downtown Rapid City with blue glass fire pits roaring at night. Rooms are very nice, service is top notch and hotel has historic look & feel - it's the Alex J

From the start the valet was unorganized. They did not know the proper protocol for their job. They didn't just get the bags from the car and bring them into the hotel. They put them on the cart and we did the rest. Check in was ok but the key didn't work. The rooms were clean and comfortable. They were small . Tight for 2 people. The staff was nice. We didn't eat at the Vertex but the views of Rapid City from the 10th floor was spectacular!

Our family loved our experience at the Alexander Johnson Hotel! The hotel itself was in a prime location in Downtown Rapid City which was a huge bonus because there is so much to do, shop, and see in the area. In addition, the hotel boasted unique, historic, charm that made it a beauty from inside and out. Our room was large and comfortable with outstanding views, a nice layout, and a modern feel. The service was excellent throughout the hotel. There are also little shops connected to the hotel including Starbucks which made doing work convenient. I would recommend the Alexander Johnson Hotel to anyone looking for a fun, relaxed, and enjoyable stay in Rapid City.

Beautiful historic hotel, but be aware that the rooms are very small. The Vertex Bar on the roof is a great gathering place or a nice place to relax after a busy day. The dinner (only) menu is excellent.

We stayed for two nights at The Hotel Alex Johnson. Beautiful, clean an comfortable room. Friendly staff and a great down town location. Great rooftop bar.

One caveat, the bathroom door would not open had my husband not been in the room, I would have been trapped in there without a means to phone for help; much screaming and banging would have occurred. Upon inspection, it appeared the door had been recently painted and it froze tight at the top where the paint stuck to the door jamb. Also, the shower door was off-level allowing water to seep over the floor.

Nit-picking: good thick towels but a few had very freyed edges.

Despite the few issues, I recommend staying for with the Hotel Alex Johnson.

Hotel was nice. We ended up staying here because it was the last room that was pet friendly. Everyone was very nice to our dog. The room itself was clean but a bit cramped. Difficult for three people and a 100lb dog to move around in the space. The bathroom was also not the cleanest. Beds, however, were very clean. It was disappointing there was no continental breakfast, the hotel only offered some very small discounts and coupons for local business.

It's a nice place to stay... Bed was comfortable! We were put in A VERY small top on first and it was not what we seen online... Not what we paid for. The shower was a 1 person Very tiny. They switched us rooms and that one was still small but WAY better!!! We could actually move in the room! 👏 The shower was full sized... More of what we paid for! There is plenty of things to do all around the building! They only lost a star due to size of rooms... Also understanding it is an older building! Also be prepared to park your vehicle blocks away!

Centrally located. Friendly staff. Cosy/comfortable lobby with shopping, Starbucks, business center, and again, friendly staff. Pub (Paddy O'Neill's) on premises, caters to groups, lounge on top floor for view with drinks. Couldn't ask for more.

Love this hotel in downtown Rapid. Many great restaurants and bars within walking distance. They have an awesome rooftop bar and a pub connected at ground level. Hotel was recently renovated and the rooms are what you'd expect from a Hilton hotel

Hotel is great! The decor and comfort of the room is just amazing. Beds are so comfortable that is hard to get out of the room. Bar/restaurant on ground floor is great, but the crowd is too young on the weekends. The roof top is always busy, so is hard to get service, not to mention lots of smoking makes it hard to stick around to enjoy food and drinks. On the other hand, the views from both roof tops are a must see. Some of the fees mentioned in the reviews are minimal (3 bucks or so,) and they are based on the fact that the hotel is the oldest building in the city. Yes the hotel is hunted, nice story behind it. I would go back to Rapid City to stay in that hotel all over again. Make sure you know the calendar events so you can plan on valet or parking. City closes a lot of the streets for those events making it a challenge to get the car from valet or dropping it off...

Bathroom was too small. Not the best view, room 423 overlooks some mechnial stuff on the roof. Also the elevator is small and slow. The rooms are very nice otherwise, they are nicely updated and the staff were great.

When we booked the room it was the traditional room with poster bed which we wanted but when we arrived all the rooms were redone modern and our room seemed only 3/4 finished. Very disappointed. Would of liked to have been informed as we were celebrating our 30th Anniversary and wanted things special.

Hotel Alex Johnson is an historic building with updated rooms. The bar and restaurant on the top floor is a friendly, inviting area. The staff is cordial and helpful. It's located downtown and is close to Main Street where there are restaurants and shops.

Had a great time here. Rooms are quiet, though could be a bit better on cleanliness. Felt the state of the rooms didn't really match the atmosphere of the hotel. Live music in the lobby (I do not know who the man playing the piano was, but if you read this, you're amazing) and an awesome view from the rooftop restaurant, with tours and available history about the hotel added to the experience. Really enjoyed being able to walk outside and explore the city center, where people were friendly and quite lively. Staff was great! All in all, I would absolutely stay here again.

Stopped by for some quick drinks at the hotel bar Paddy's. Prompt service and excellent drinks. Would definitely recommend.

Nice and clean. My party ate at the little pub attached to the hotel and was pleasantly surprised by the great food. Staff and food service members were very friendly. The room was very small but that's what you expect at such an old historic building.

Walls are thin but otherwise very nice. Contemporary furnishing and good service. The bars and Starbucks are good to get a drink at.

Your typical hotel. The vertex lounge provides a nice overlook of the city, as well as a pasta bar and drinks at night. Located centrally (for rapid city) with plenty of shopping within walking distance

Cute hotel but I don't feel the recent room remodel matches the personality of the lobby. The staff is very nice and the rooftop patio is an awesome touch. The beds are comfortable and the rooms are clean what more do you need. I will totally stay here again.

Great atmosphere and close to all of the downtown attractions. The rooftop bar has great views of the city. The rooms are very clean and comfortable.

Rooms were nice. Make sure your door keys get programmed right. Took two trips.
The free WiFi and chocolate was nice too. Starbucks is right there for a quick morning exit to hit the road.

Love the in hotel bar, Paddy's, great place to socialize. The hotel itself is satisfactory at best. Rooms are small and need some updating

Small room, but recently updated. The bathrooms were very clean and the toiletries were better than average. The blackout curtains were great as I couldn't tell time of day at all when I woke up. The Starbucks in the lobby would have been nice but it was not open at 8:30am on a Saturday during the Rapid City off season.

Room was cleanish save for a bar of soap left in the shower and a few crumbs in the carpet. Room was quiet and the blackout blinds were perfect for sleeping in. Ceilings are a bit low for a person over 6', but what can you do? Complementary roof access was VERY neat, and I wish they were open for drinks the night we stayed. The shower took a while to warm up, but that's to be expected with a hotel older than most. The complimentary breakfast at Starbucks was lackluster, likely due to the employees seeming annoyed at everyone. Overall, it was a nice quiet room with a great view and some great included "features". If I were to return to Rapid City I would stay here again.

Great location in downtown Rapid City. Hotel is definitely dated. Some of the rooms have been remodeled. Great experience with a fun hole-in-the wall bar at ground level. Awesome bar on the 10th floor with open air patio seating. It's great when the weather is cooperating. Lots of close restaurants within walking distance

Had a great time at the bar there. The drinks are made very well and the staff was very friendly. It was busy when I went and the bar staff never lost there cool. Very pleased with my experience.

Neat place. Nice decor and rooms. Clanking pipes (maybe heating system?) through out the night. Doors provide no noise barrier. You get to listen to the elevator ding all day and morning...

Love this place. Easy walks to most of the great pounds and restaurants downtown. Atmosphere makes a strong positive impression. Old school comfort.

Great historical ambience! The staff are very friendly and helpful. This hotel even has it's own resident ghosts! Ask for the book at the front desk to read about guests encounters with the ghosts during their stay at the Hotel.
There are many other interesting things to see inside as well.

I have really enjoyed this stay at the Hotel Alex Johnson in Rapid City. The hotel staff is very friendly and very helpful. While the lobby is definitely more preserved as it was originally the rooms are updated and have a lot of the modern amenities. I would definitely stay at this hotel again!

A jewel in downtown Rapid City. Many rooms have been recently renovated. The hotel has a lot of history. The Vertex bar in the penthouse offers fantastic views of Rapid City while enjoying drinks in a relaxed setting. The hotel also has a full Starbucks on site which is also a big plus!

Ate at the vertex, food was amazing but the wait time was near an hour and a half. They said the printers failed to send the orders to the kitchen, oh well, shouldnt be a common occurance. Great view, breat entre, desert was premade and not so impressive (heaven on a plate).

Everything about the hotel was fantastic including the sky bar on the top floor. The room was very modern and comfortable. My only issue with it was the Irish pub connected to it was the furthest from an Irish pub that I have ever seen. Only one Irish dish on the menu. I had a few drinks then ended up going somewhere else. But, it's a private business so I can't fault the hotel on it even though they are connected with a door.

My new husband and I stayed here for our honeymoon. We stayed in the bridal suite which is a beautiful spacious room with a four post bed and a large jacuzzi tub. It was a beautiful place to stay and staff was very friendly. I would have given them a 5 star rating because we did enjoy our stay, it felt very luxurious and was a great place to spend our time in rapid city. However, upon arrival we called to find out where to park and we were told to stop in and they would give us a pass to park in the garage a block away. After checking in my husband asked for the pass and they said we had valet and that the gentleman up front would take our car. She gave him a card to give to the valet when we needed the car again. No price was mentioned or that it was an additional fee, and since we were paying almost $300 a night for our room it wasn't crazy to think it was included in our 5 night stay in the bridal suite. After checking out we looked at our receipt that had been emailed to us and saw a $15 charge each day for 5 days for valet. We were upset because this was never mentioned to us and when we called they gave us the round about and finally agreed to refund half the charges. You might think, well $75 isn't much when you're spending $1,500 on your room alone for 5 days so take this review for what it is but We are a new young couple who had saved and budgeted for this for a year and so $75 we didn't plan on IS frustrating (Not to mention we tipped them every time we needed the car back which was about $20 total) Especially when we could've parked a block away for free! Very disappointed that they would nickel and dime us over valet parking when we spent so much there already.

My experience overall is fantastic. The staff are helpful with suggestions activities and places to visit/eat. The Hotel has an excellent restaurant and social lounge/bar. My only complaint is that I booked a room with a queen size bed but received a full size bed. Being that I was traveling alone it didn't hamper my sleep.

Hotel was very nice. Rooms were clean and staff was friendly. I would highly recommend. Location is great too! Plenty of stuff to see and do within walking distance.

There was a great deal of construction going on which did detract from the stay, but I really enjoyed the staff location, and ambiance! Excellent experience!

Absolutely love this hotel! They have one of the best Starbucks in rapid city and Paddys is my favorite bar in rapid

This hotel is the best lodging experience Rapid City has to offer. We stayed on the floor just below the Vertex bar, which was an incredible bar. It offers 360 degree views of the city and we'll made cocktails. The room was small, but made up for its size with warm character and charm. Our view was exceptional, looking over art alley and main street square. The beds were also comfortable and clean. If the high end style of the bar upstairs isn't your style, then you have the option of Paddy's, which is connected to the hotel lobby (opposite the side of Starbucks). Overall great experience in a hotel with rich history.

nice unique old fashioned but remodeled hotel. the view from the vertex bar on the 10th floor is amazing. bed was soft with lots of pillows! room was very comfy, but think this was the tiniest bathroom I've ever been in- bout 30inx50in-knees under sink to sit on stool and I'm only 5'3". friendly staff and Loved the Chubby Chipmunk hand dipped chocolates- yum yum!