How to Find Luxury Hotels in Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Located on the Big Sioux River, Sioux Falls is the largest city in South Dakota. Travelers eager for a taste of the Old West love the ambience they find here. With an abundance of natural green spaces, Sioux Falls is also rich in history. The falls on Big Sioux River attracted early explorers as well as Native American tribes to the area.

Things You'll Need

• Internet access
• Computer

Instructions

Know Your Destination

1. Look for luxury. Sioux Falls is a relatively wealthy city, thanks to the many businesses that call it home.

2. Cater to your preferences. Rich with cultural venues and hiking trails, the city is great both for outdoorsy travelers and for tourists in love with creature comforts.

3. Prepare for the weather. It changes frequently, and the area gets strong winds and snow during the winter.

Explore Transportation Options

1. Arrive by plane. Visitors can reach Sioux Falls via the Sioux Falls Regional Airport, which is commonly known as Joe Foss Field.

2. Enjoy the ease of city streets. Interstate highways such as I-90, I-29, and I-229 cut through Sioux Falls, and a grid pattern of city streets makes travel by car a snap.

3. Take a tour on the free Sioux Falls trolley.

Choose Accommodations

1. Look near the city's two country clubs for luxury accommodations. They offer good views as well as comfortable rooms. Suites and executive class accommodations are both available. To book accommodations, contact the Sioux Falls Convention and Visitors Bureau at [phone] or visit their Web site (see Resources, below).

2. Stay near the airport if you are traveling on business. Hotel and conference centers are located in this section of the city.

3. Extend the luxury throughout the day by staying at one of the area's bed and breakfasts.

Experience the Area

1. Purchase Native American handicrafts and modern art at The Northern Plains Indian Art Market.

2. Enjoy summer festivals. The Sioux Falls Jazz and Blues Society JazzFest, Siouxland Renaissance Festival and the Spirit of the West Festival are all options.

Tips & Warnings

• The airport area has the largest selection of hotels. The south side of Sioux Falls, near the Empire Mall, also has a cluster of establishments.

• Head downtown. The area near Phillips Avenue in Sioux Falls is known for upscale shopping, luxury dining and entertainment.

• Native American culture is prevalent here. Practice appropriate cultural sensitivity.

• Despite being a terrific daytime location, downtown Sioux Falls is considered moderately dangerous at night. Be wary.