The Historic Hotel Alex Johnson In South Dakota Is Notoriously Haunted And We Dare You To Spend The Night

The spooky season will be here before we know it, but for some of us, the paranormal is a way of life that deserves to be observed year-round. If you, too, enjoy all things creepy and haunted, you will want to visit South Dakota's historic Hotel Alex Johnson ASAP, as is it said to be plagued by the paranormal:

Located in Rapid City, the Hotel Alex Johnson is a swanky hotel that - despite its luxurious accommodations and world-class service - is said to have a dark secret.

Opened in 1928, the Hotel Alex Johnson has long been visited by distinguished guests and even made a big-screen appearance in Alfred Hitchcock's iconic "North by Northwest," making it even more popular for tourists and ghosts alike.

Ghosts, you ask? That's right: The Hotel Alex Johnson is rumored to be plagued by the paranormal, beginning with the spirit of a "woman in white" who allegedly threw herself from the window of Room 812 on her wedding day.

In addition to the not-so-blushing bride, guests should keep their eyes peeled for the ghost of a mischievous little girl who likes to play tricks on guests a la knocking on their door in the middle of the night.

Did you spot a ghostly-looking chap closely observing the comings and goings of the hotel? Legend has it that the spirit of Alex Johnson still roams the property, keeping a close eye on his beloved hotel.

To get a better look at the ghosts of the Hotel Alex Johnson, be sure to book a Ghost Adventure Package with your stay, which includes accommodations in a haunted room, plus a K2 meter (ghost detector) and other special perks.

To learn more about the Ghost Adventure Package - or to book your stay at the Hotel Alex Johnson - please visit their website.

For even more of the most haunted places around the Mount Rushmore State, check out This Haunted Road Trip Will Lead You To The Scariest Places In South Dakota.