With a stay at Brookings Inn in Brookings, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Swiftel Center and McCrory Gardens. .This family-friendly hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from South Dakota State University and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from South Dakota Art Museum.
What's nearby
Wilbert Square Event Center - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
McCrory Gardens - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
South Dakota State University - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Swiftel Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
Larson Ice Center - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
Restaurants
Subway - 8 min walk
McDonald's - 17 min walk
Culver's - 6 min walk
Hy-Vee Chinese Express - 3 min drive
Casey's General Store - 2 min drive
About this property
Brookings Inn
Brookings Inn offers 119 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 24-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.
This Brookings hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.
2 indoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a water park (surcharge), a lazy river, and a hot tub.
Make yourself at home in one of the 119 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Dip into one of the 2 indoor pools or enjoy other recreational amenities including a water park (surcharge) and a lazy river. Additional amenities at this Art Deco hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and a fireplace in the lobby.
At Brookings Inn, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a computer station, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Planning an event in Brookings? This hotel has 5400 square feet (502 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 4 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
Brookings Inn has a restaurant on site.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Things to do
2 indoor pools
Children's pool
Hot tub
Lazy river
TV in common areas
Water park
Waterslide
Family friendly
2 indoor pools
Children's pool
Free rollaway/extra bed
In-room crib
Laundry facilities
Lazy river
Water park (surcharge)
Waterslide
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Vending machine
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Wedding services
Business services
4 meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference center (5,400 square feet of space)
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Braille/raised signage
Handrails in stairways
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
More
2 floors
Art Deco architecture
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Built in 1970
Fireplace in lobby
Reception hall
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Free crib
Free rollaway/extra bed
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
24-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Free local calls
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from June 2 2026 to July 31 2026 (dates subject to change):
Hot tub
Swimming pool
The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday:
Children's pool
Indoor pool
Hot tub
The following facilities are closed on Wednesday and Thursday:
Children's pool
Indoor pool
Hot tub
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 34.61 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 75 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Cash deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Pet fee: USD 34.61 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Property is also known as
Brookings Days Inn
Days Inn Brookings
Days Inn Hotel Brookings
Days Inn Wyndham Brookings Hotel
Days Inn Wyndham Brookings
Brookings Days Inn
Brookings Inn Hotel
Brookings Inn Brookings
Dakotah Lodge of Brookings
Brookings Inn Hotel Brookings
Days Inn by Wyndham Brookings
Brookings Inn Reviews
Reviews
6.4
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 223 out of 1001 reviews
10 - Excellent
223
Rating 8 - Good. 231 out of 1001 reviews
8 - Good
231
Rating 6 - Okay. 212 out of 1001 reviews
6 - Okay
212
Rating 4 - Poor. 189 out of 1001 reviews
4 - Poor
189
Rating 2 - Terrible. 146 out of 1001 reviews
2 - Terrible
146
6.2/10
Cleanliness
7.4/10
Staff & service
6.2/10
Amenities
5.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
8/10 Good
Mike
Jan 11, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was great, room was clean, good price!
Mike
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sara
Jan 26, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was amazing and the room was great
Sara
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Nick
Jan 18, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Just more of the fact it's my favorite place to stay when I could to Brookings.
Nick
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Inga
Dec 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly, nice waterpark, perfect stop during a trip
Inga
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cindy
Jan 2, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and very accommodating when weather altered my reservation. Friendly staff.
Cindy
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Jason
Sep 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Older hotel but great stay for the price.
Jason
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
ABBY
Dec 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was a great experience for coming in to town for a hockey tournament.
Good place to stay. Kids will love the water park.
Yanhua
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Brittany
Nov 9, 2025
Friendly staff
Brittany
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Christine
Sep 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
It is an old hotel, but the room we got was very clean and comfortable!
Christine
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Jordan
Jan 1, 2026
The staff was very helpful the rooms could have been a little cleaner and the water parks and pool was good for my kids. Could have had a little more light in the hallway rooms and pool area
Jordan
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Thomas
Oct 7, 2025
Liked: Amenities
The hotel is pretty worn down, but the staff makes up for it with excellent service.
Thomas
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Molly
Dec 21, 2025
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The room was fairly clean. Just a little dated. The the front desk working was super friendly and the check in was quick!
Molly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified
4/10 Poor
Brian
Feb 23, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The pool, especially the lazy river, was FREEZING. The breakfast was extremely limited and signs were posted ensuring guests only took one, to leave enough for others. Many items rang out fairly early in the morning. The staff was very friendly and helpful though.