
La Quinta Inn & Suites Sioux Falls
Best for families and shoppers who want easy access to the Empire Mall, free breakfast, and an indoor pool.
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La Quinta Inn & Suites Sioux Falls is a practical, family-oriented hotel in the Empire Mall / I‑29 retail district with an indoor pool and free hot breakfast. Hilton Garden Inn Sioux Falls Downtown is a downtown Hilton-branded hotel steps from Falls Park aimed at travelers who want a central location and Hilton consistency.
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Best for families and shoppers who want easy access to the Empire Mall, free breakfast, and an indoor pool.

Best for visitors who want a downtown base within walking distance of Falls Park, theaters, and downtown dining.
When La Quinta Inn & Suites Sioux Falls wins: choose La Quinta if you want a straightforward, budget-friendly family hotel with a free hot breakfast, an indoor heated pool and hot tub, free parking, and shuttle options near the Empire Mall and I‑29.
When Hilton Garden Inn Sioux Falls Downtown wins: choose the Hilton Garden Inn if you prefer to be in downtown Sioux Falls within a few minutes' walk of Falls Park, want Hilton-brand amenities (136 rooms, a 24‑hour front desk, on-site restaurant and bar), and need more meeting space.
Bottom line: pick La Quinta for family trips, mall- and event-driven stays, or if an indoor pool and included breakfast matter most. Pick Hilton Garden Inn Downtown for a central, walkable downtown location and the consistency of a Hilton property.
| Category | La Quinta Inn & Suites Sioux Falls | Hilton Garden Inn Sioux Falls Downtown |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Practical, family-oriented, mall-district value stay | Downtown Hilton offering business- and sightseeing-friendly lodging |
| Location | Off I‑29 in the Empire Mall retail district (shopping-oriented) | In the heart of downtown, a short walk to Falls Park and theaters |
| Size (rooms) | 89 rooms across 4 floors | 136 rooms |
| Family friendliness | Family-friendly; kids stay free (up to 4 children 18 and under) | Welcomes families (not adults-only) |
| Pools | Indoor heated pool and indoor hot tub | Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | No on-site restaurant or bar; free Bright Side Breakfast included | On-site restaurant (Crave Amer. Kitchen Sushi) and a bar/lounge plus limited room service |
| Spa / treatment menu | No staffed spa; indoor hot tub only | |
| Meeting & event space | One meeting room — 990 sq ft (capacity ~60) | Conference space and meeting room totaling 5800 sq ft |
| Airport shuttle | Complimentary local/airport shuttle within about 5 miles (confirm availability) | Complimentary roundtrip shuttle to Sioux Falls Regional Airport (24 hours) |
| Parking | Free self-parking on site | Free self parking and uncovered/covered parking options listed |
| Accessibility | Accessible rooms and common areas noted (standard accessibility features) | Extensive wheelchair-accessible features and visual alarms listed |
La Quinta sits just off I‑29 in the Mall District, minutes from Empire Mall and many retail and dining options.
A practical choice if you plan to drive, shop, or visit family attractions near the mall.
Hilton Garden Inn is located in downtown Sioux Falls, within a short walk of Falls Park and cultural venues.
Best if you want to be in the center of downtown activity and within walking distance of major attractions.
La Quinta’s rooms include the basics families need and in-room microwaves and refrigerators.
Functional rooms with family-oriented conveniences and suite options.
Hilton Garden Inn provides air-conditioned guest rooms with refrigerators and LCD TVs across a larger property.
Hilton offers a larger, brand-standard room product with reliable in-room amenities.
La Quinta includes the Bright Side Breakfast for guests but has no full on-site restaurant.
Good value for families and travelers who prioritize included breakfast over on-site dining.
Hilton Garden Inn has an on-site restaurant and bar plus limited room service.
Better choice if you want dinner and drinks without leaving the hotel.
La Quinta advertises an indoor heated pool and an indoor hot tub for guest use.
If an indoor pool and hot tub are important, La Quinta clearly lists these amenities.
Hilton Garden Inn focuses on downtown convenience and does not publish an on-site pool.
Choose Hilton for downtown location and meeting space rather than a hotel pool.
La Quinta provides a sizable fitness center and a single meeting room suitable for small events.
Good for small meetings and guests who want a solid fitness facility without downtown prices.
Hilton Garden Inn offers fitness facilities plus significantly more meeting and conference space.
Better suited for larger meetings or events and for travelers who need downtown meeting logistics.

Free Bright Side Breakfast, kids-stay-free policy, indoor pool and hot tub.

Short walk to Falls Park, theaters, and downtown dining.

5800 sq ft of conference and banquet space for larger events.

Free parking, included breakfast, and shuttle options near major roads and retail.
La Quinta is the clearer family pick—kids stay free (up to 4 under 18), there's an indoor pool and hot tub, and breakfast is included.
Hilton Garden Inn Sioux Falls Downtown — it’s a short walk to Falls Park and downtown attractions.
Both properties list airport shuttle options; La Quinta offers a local-area/airport shuttle (confirm availability) and Hilton Garden Inn lists a complimentary roundtrip shuttle to Sioux Falls Regional Airport.
Hilton Garden Inn Downtown has much larger conference facilities (about 5800 sq ft) compared with La Quinta’s single 990 sq ft meeting room.
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