South Dakota is well-known for many haunted spots, and we would like to shine the spotlight on this hotel in Rapid City that has been the site of many reported sightings in its long history.
The Hotel Alex Johnson is a historic inn located in Rapid City, South Dakota.
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Since its opening in 1928, it has hosted everyone from United States presidents to famous movie stars.
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Its unique style is a blend of historic features, local Native American tradition, and modern luxury.
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In fact, according to the many reports of paranormal activity over the years, some guests have loved it so much, they never want to leave.
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It is rumored that the hotel’s builder and namesake is still monitoring the premises, making sure that everything runs smoothly.
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This iconic hotel is perfect for history buffs, but only the truly daring will book one of the hotel’s infamous rooms on its eighth floor.
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Supposedly, the halls of this floor are haunted by the Lady in White, a forlorn bride-to-be who died under suspicious circumstances in the 1970s. A large inheritance further complicated the case.
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She supposedly flung herself from the window of room 812, but her friends insisted this was something she would never do.
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Guests who stay in her room may wake to find their window open or the contents of their drawers dumped out onto the floor. Some even claim to feel her presence or see her in the room.
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The hotel embraces its haunted history and even offers ghost adventure packages, complete with K-2 meters, for its most haunted rooms.
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Address: 523 6th St, Rapid City, SD 57701
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For more information or to plan your visit, check out the hotel’s website. For some real ghost hunting, check out this Haunted South Dakota Road Trip, on which this hotel is the first stop.
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