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Top South Dakota Hotels on the Lake

Baymont by Wyndham Rapid City

Baymont by Wyndham Rapid City

2.5 out of 5
4040 Cheyenne Blvd, Rapid City, SD
The price is $50 per night from Nov 1 to Nov 1
Situated on a lake, this hotel is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Dakota Fields Sports Complex and within 6 mi (10 km) of Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Rushmore Mall. ...
4.1/5 Very Good! (984 reviews)
"Staff at checkin below expectations…the room and facilities were good"

Reviewed on Oct 16, 2021

Baymont by Wyndham Rapid City
Lewis and Clark Resort

Lewis and Clark Resort

2.5 out of 5
43496 Shore Drive, Yankton, SD
The price is $86 per night from Oct 24 to Oct 24
Offering direct access to the beach, this Yankton hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Lewis and Clark Recreation Area and Lewis and Clark Lake. Pierson Ranch ...
4.3/5 Excellent! (68 reviews)
"The air conditioner was loud but we were able to turn off and open the window thank goodness.Friendly staff, beautiful location!"

Reviewed on Sep 27, 2021

Lewis and Clark Resort
Wrangler Inn Mobridge

Wrangler Inn Mobridge

3 out of 5
820 W Grand Crossing, Mobridge, SD
The price is $91 per night from Nov 21 to Nov 21
Situated on a lake, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Mobridge Regional Hospital and Clinics, Legion Memorial Park, and Klein Museum. Revheim Bay Recreation ...
3.8/5 Good! (108 reviews)
"This is an older property but it is kept clean. The staff was friendly. This is the only property we have stayed at in the last 2 weeks that had decent lighting in the bathroom. I could actually see to shave. Wonderful!"

Reviewed on Sep 12, 2021

Wrangler Inn Mobridge
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Canyon Lake Resort

Canyon Lake Resort

3 out of 5
2720 Chapel Ln, Rapid City, SD
The price is $69 per night from Nov 1 to Nov 1
Situated in Rapid City, this lodge is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cleghorn Springs Hatchery & Visitors Center and Chapel in the Hills. US Phs Indian Hospital and Sioux ...
4/5 Very Good! (212 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2021

Canyon Lake Resort
Arrowwood Resort at Cedar Shore

Arrowwood Resort at Cedar Shore

3 out of 5
1500 Shoreline Drive, Oacoma, SD
The price is $99 per night from Nov 9 to Nov 9
Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of South Dakota Hall Fame, Akta Lakota Museum And Cultural Center, and Dignity ...
4/5 Very Good! (794 reviews)
"We stayed a bit off prime season so activities were limited but the property set up/location is fantastic and the staff was friendly and left us wanting nothing. We enjoyed the restaurant and the view of the Mighty Missouri River as well as our server Abby. If a bit of cash were to remodel the rooms ..."

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2021

Arrowwood Resort at Cedar Shore
Quiet country comfort. 3 miles from Custer, 3 miles from Custer State Park

Quiet country comfort. 3 miles from Custer, 3 miles from Custer State Park

Custer, SD
Situated in a rural location, this historic cottage is 3 mi (4.9 km) from Custer State Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Black Hills National Forest and Monument ...
4.9/5 Exceptional! (82 reviews)
Excellent Property in ideal surrounding
"We stayed here during the labor day weekend of 2021 for 3 nights. The location was very nice, convenient and peaceful. Surrounded by wildlife. Deer in the front yard every evening and howl of the wolves at a distance. The property itself shows age, but it is presented very well w/ clean kitchen, ..."

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2021

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Quiet country comfort. 3 miles from Custer, 3 miles from Custer State Park
Gold Camp Cabins

Gold Camp Cabins

2.5 out of 5
11965 Pleasant Valley Rd., Custer, SD
Situated in Custer, this cabin is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Four Mile Old West Town Museum and within 6 mi (10 km) of Rocky Knolls Golf Course and Grand Magic Show. ...
4.6/5 Exceptional! (185 reviews)
"This was a perfect little home base as my partner and I explored the area. Our cabin was super sweet and we enjoyed a campfire under the stars. I'm sure we will be back someday!"

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2021

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mt. Rushmore, an IHG Hotel

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mt. Rushmore, an IHG Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Mt Rushmore 321 Swanzey St, Keystone, SD
The price is $81 per night from Oct 31 to Oct 31
Situated in a rural location, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Big Thunder Gold Mine and Gutzon Borglum Historical Center. National Presidential Wax ...
4.4/5 Excellent! (995 reviews)
"Our room was clean and comfortable. The hotel is in a beautiful area and is close to shopping and dining. Mount Rushmore is just up the road."

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2021

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mt. Rushmore, an IHG Hotel
Little Elk Cottage in Vanocker Canyon in the Black Hills (See Video)

Little Elk Cottage in Vanocker Canyon in the Black Hills (See Video)

Nemo, SD
This family-friendly Nemo cottage is located in a rural location, 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Wonderland Caves, and within 16 mi (25 km) of Sturgis Motorcycle Museum ...
5/5 Exceptional! (48 reviews)
Dream vacation
"From the moment we entered the property, to the cleanliness and details to information and design of cabin we were in awe. The owners left detailed notes so you didn’t have to wonder about anything. Then came a snow storm for 2 days and we literally felt as if we were in a beautiful snow globe. It ..."

Reviewed on Oct 15, 2021

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Little Elk Cottage in Vanocker Canyon in the Black Hills (See Video)
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Rapid City

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Rapid City

2.5 out of 5
950 North St, Rapid City, SD
The price is $51 per night from Nov 7 to Nov 7
Located in the heart of Rapid City, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Berlin Wall Exhibit and Rushmore Plaza Civic Center. Journey Museum & Learning Center ...
4.3/5 Excellent! (965 reviews)
"First time staying here and we loved it. The hotel was clean and staff was very friendly. The area was quiet and away from all daily traffic and noise. We will definitely be staying here again."

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2021

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Downtown Rapid City
Quality Inn Near Mount Rushmore

Quality Inn Near Mount Rushmore

2.5 out of 5
616 Main St, Hill City, SD
The price is $65 per night from Oct 24 to Oct 24
Situated in Hill City, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of South Dakota State Railroad Museum, Museum @ Black Hills Institute, and Teddy Bear Town. Wade's ...
4.3/5 Excellent! (751 reviews)
"Clean and nice place"

Reviewed on Oct 15, 2021

Quality Inn Near Mount Rushmore
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Hill City, an IHG Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Hill City, an IHG Hotel

2.5 out of 5
12444 Old Hill City Rd, Hill City, SD
The price is $89 per night from Oct 24 to Oct 24
Situated in Hill City, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Teddy Bear Town, Museum @ Black Hills Institute, and South Dakota State Railroad Museum. Wade's ...
4.5/5 Wonderful! (434 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay!!! People were very nice"

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2021

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Hill City, an IHG Hotel
The Rushmore Hotel & Suites, BW Premier Collection

The Rushmore Hotel & Suites, BW Premier Collection

3.5 out of 5
445 Mount Rushmore Rd, Rapid City, SD
The price is $71 per night from Nov 1 to Nov 1
Located in Historic Rapid City, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Art Alley and Main Street Square. Dinosaur Park and Chapel in the Hills are also within ...
4.1/5 Very Good! (942 reviews)
"The location is close to good local coffee and restaurants. Across a busy street are wonderful walking trails along Rapid Creek, up M Hill, and even a small golf course within about. 10 min stroll. Parking is good. Gym equipment and amenities could use upgrading."

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2021

The Rushmore Hotel & Suites, BW Premier Collection
Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort

Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort

2.5 out of 5
24572 Highway 87, Custer, SD
Nestled on the beach, this Custer lodge is within 1 mi (2 km) of Custer State Park and Sylvan Lake. Needles Highway and Black Hills National Forest are also ...
3.7/5 Good! (159 reviews)
"I liked that this felt nostalgic staying at a state lodge versus a chain. And the proximity to Sylvan Lake and Custer State Park couldn't be beat! The onsite restaurant and bar we very nice. (The S'More martini was especially good!) My wife prefers a bathroom with more counter space, but if that ..."

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2021

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Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort
Super 8 by Wyndham Miller

Super 8 by Wyndham Miller

2 out of 5
Hwy 14W and Hwy 45N, Miller, SD
The price is $62 per night from Oct 27 to Oct 27
Situated in Miller, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Crystal Park and Hand County Courthouse. Lake Louise Recreation Area and Wildlife Refuge is 13.3 ...
3/5 (22 reviews)
"It didn’t look great on the outside but our room was clean and it was very quiet"

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2021

Super 8 by Wyndham Miller
Elk Ridge Bed & Breakfast

Elk Ridge Bed & Breakfast

3.5 out of 5
12741 Matthew Ct, Keystone, SD
Situated in the mountains, this bed & breakfast is within 9 mi (15 km) of Museum @ Black Hills Institute, National Presidential Wax Museum, and Mount Rushmore. ...
4.8/5 Exceptional! (54 reviews)
A peace of heaven in the mountains!
"What a great place to stay! All the comforts of home. Ron and Leslie were so wonderful to all the guests and had some great tips on where to go and not to go. Leslie made a delicious breakfast every morning and had the table set beautifully. Myke and I enjoyed the peaceful environment that surrounds ..."

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2019

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Elk Ridge Bed & Breakfast
H and H El Centro Motel

H and H El Centro Motel

2 out of 5
915 Hwy 248, Kadoka, SD
Located in Northeast Entrance Badlands, this motel is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Kadoka Lake and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Badlands Petrified Gardens. Chamberlain Pass ...
2.5/5 (101 reviews)
The door locked....
"Outdated, maybe last furnished in the early 90's probably more like the 80's sometime Dead bugs on the floor Stains on bedding and carpets Shower did not work Advertised as having air conditioning, it did not work Advertised as having wifi, it did not work"

Reviewed on Sep 4, 2017

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H and H El Centro Motel
Budget Host Sundowner Motor Inn

Budget Host Sundowner Motor Inn

2.5 out of 5
510 Sd Highway 73, Kadoka, SD
This family-friendly motel is in the center of Kadoka, 19.5 mi (31.3 km) from Minuteman Missile National Historic Site and 22.9 mi (36.8 km) from Badlands National ...
3.5/5 Good! (119 reviews)
Not worth the money
"Check was good. The shower had a dead spider and hair with other dead bugs in the room. We were on the 1st floor and could hear every footstep of the people in the room above us. We checked in at night and the light switch didn't work inside the door. I had to walk across the room in the dark to ..."

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2020

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Budget Host Sundowner Motor Inn
Americas Best Value Inn Kadoka

Americas Best Value Inn Kadoka

2 out of 5
401 South Dakota Highway, Kadoka, SD
The price is $74 per night from Oct 22 to Oct 22
Located in Northeast Entrance Badlands, this hotel is 19.4 mi (31.2 km) from Minuteman Missile National Historic Site and 22.8 mi (36.6 km) from Badlands National ...
3.6/5 Good! (438 reviews)
"Nothing special but it was clean enough and very quiet the night we were there. We are not picky, so we were happy."

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2021

Americas Best Value Inn Kadoka
Lodge at Palmer Gulch

Lodge at Palmer Gulch

2 out of 5
12620 HWY 244, Hill City, SD
The price is $265 per night from Oct 25 to Oct 25
Located in a national park, this family-friendly hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Needles Highway, Horse Thief Lake, and Mount Rushmore. Mount Rushmore National ...
4.2/5 Excellent! (441 reviews)
"We stayed in the lodge which was decorated beautifully with that cabin / forest retreat look all the way around. We were not there for the busier season but did see that there is a lot to do during the season. Loved the wildlife around and very helpful staff. Also is close to other activities in ..."

Reviewed on Oct 12, 2021

Lodge at Palmer Gulch
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