Title: Visit Sanator: 2026 Travel Guide for Sanator, Custer | Expedia.com [Hotels in Sanator](https://expedia.com/Sanator-Hotels.d553248635975851124.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Sanator](https://expedia.com/Sanator-Vacation-Rentals.d553248635975851124.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Car Rentals in Sanator](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Sanator.d553248635975851124.Car-Rental-Guide)[Sanator Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Sanator.d553248635975851124.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Sanator, SD ## Travel Guide ## Visit Sanator Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_553248635975851124) - Sanator Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Sanator ![Comfort Inn & Suites Mt. Rushmore](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/480000/477500/477406/15a11f97_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Comfort Inn & Suites Mt. Rushmore Keystone SD Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay $63 nightly $68 total Feb 16 - Feb 17 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Keystone. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews) Great price, friendly staff and amazing atmosphere! Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F16%2F2026&endDate=2%2F17%2F2026&selected=477406&PinnedHotelID=477406&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975851124) ![Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3000/2950/a56cbdee_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn 310 W Mount Rushmore Rd Custer SD Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Custer. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews) Great location. Rooms are older but adequate. Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F26%2F2026&endDate=2%2F27%2F2026&selected=2950&PinnedHotelID=2950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975851124) [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F26%2F2026&endDate=2%2F27%2F2026&selected=2950&PinnedHotelID=2950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975851124) ![Powder House Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5970000/5963300/5963272/9f0d5eff_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Powder House Lodge 24125 Hwy 16A Keystone SD Stay at this lodge in Keystone. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews) We stayed two nights in one of the motel rooms and five nights in one of the cabins. Both were cleaned excellently and were very cozy. The cabin had a kitchenette and came stocked with pots and pans, dishware, silverware, and cooking utensils. We ate breakfast and dinner at the Powder House restaurant. ... Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F26%2F2026&endDate=2%2F27%2F2026&selected=5963272&PinnedHotelID=5963272&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975851124) [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F26%2F2026&endDate=2%2F27%2F2026&selected=5963272&PinnedHotelID=5963272&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975851124) [See all 652 properties in Sanator](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=2%2F13%2F2026&endDate=2%2F14%2F2026®ionId=553248635975851124) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![On the Mickelson Trail: Log Home Perfect for families](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41820000/41818400/41818385/73fbfbd3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### On the Mickelson Trail: Log Home Perfect for families Custer SD Stay at this cabin in Custer. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Four Mile Old West Town Museum and Gates ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (145 reviews) We were biking the Mickelson trail, so it was great to be right in the trail. Also perfect location for sight seeing in the Black Hills. close to scenic roads, amazing hikes, etc. Private location, and comfortable lounging space. 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Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Crazy Horse Memorial and Indian Museum of North America ... 10/10 Exceptional! (188 reviews) The house was so welcoming and very clean. We loved the hot tub and the kids enjoyed the loft. Lots of thoughtful touches that made for a comfortable stay. We would stay again if we are in the area! Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Bouvet-Island-Hotels-Vrbo-Property.h46091816.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Sanator](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635975851124&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Sanator hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975851124&startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13)[Feb 12 - Feb 13](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975851124&startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975851124&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14)[Feb 13 - Feb 14](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975851124&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14) [This weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975851124&startDate=2%2F13%2F2026&endDate=2%2F15%2F2026)[Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975851124&startDate=2%2F13%2F2026&endDate=2%2F15%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975851124&startDate=2%2F20%2F2026&endDate=2%2F22%2F2026)[Feb 20 - Feb 22](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975851124&startDate=2%2F20%2F2026&endDate=2%2F22%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Sunset on Sylvan Lake at Custer State Park in the Black Hills of South Dakota](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337947/3c98a6dd-ae6a-4597-9c38-cf7d5b9dd865.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Custer State Park 4.5/5(1,137 reviews) You can take time to visit Custer State Park during your travels to Custer. Amble around the area's scenic parks or seek out the horseback riding. [](https://expedia.com/Custer-State-Park-Custer.d6337947.Vacation-Attraction) ![Will it ever be completed? It’s quite an endeavour. I enjoyed walking around the visitors centre.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6256656/df36d7bb-214f-435f-8d5d-30c3405606b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Crazy Horse Memorial 4.5/5(916 reviews) Find out about the history of Custer when you take a trip to Crazy Horse Memorial. Discover the area's notable monuments, or seek out its horseback riding. [](https://expedia.com/Crazy-Horse-Memorial-Custer.d6256656.Vacation-Attraction) ![A gorgeous lake.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/94614/60e786c9-1eff-47d2-9921-2f13d25c219e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sylvan Lake 4.5/5(442 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sylvan Lake during your travels in Custer. Discover the area's notable monuments, or seek out its horseback riding. [](https://expedia.com/Sylvan-Lake-Custer.d553248621532647181.Vacation-Attraction) ![Landscape of a Small Bison Herd Moving up a Ridge near the Wildlife Loop Road in Custer State Park, South Dakota in the Autumn](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635947666666/c9c18b5e-5ea4-43b9-aaeb-dfe477809e48.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Custer State Park Wildlife Loop Road 4.5/5(418 reviews) You can take time to visit Custer State Park Wildlife Loop Road during your travels to Custer. Amble around the area's scenic parks or seek out the horseback riding. [](https://expedia.com/Custer-State-Park-Wildlife-Loop-Road-Custer.d553248635947666666.Vacation-Attraction) ![Needles Eye Tunnel - on the Needles Highway in Custer Sate Park near Sylvan Lake - South Dakota](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635947665368/3c454445-a40c-429f-b3e6-02dfb2cb9bd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Needles Highway 5/5(35 reviews) Enjoy an outing to Needles Highway during your stay in Custer. Amble around the area's scenic parks or seek out the horseback riding. [](https://expedia.com/Needles-Highway-Custer.d553248635947665368.Vacation-Attraction) ![A whole other world ...](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090969/49bbe22c-7937-4581-b9fc-4abd495ac8bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Jewel Cave National Monument 4.5/5(80 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Jewel Cave National Monument during your travels in Custer. Amble around this family-friendly area's scenic parks, or seek out the horseback riding. [](https://expedia.com/Jewel-Cave-National-Monument-Custer.d6090969.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Mount Rushmore Theodore Roosevelt and Badlands Self-Guided Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49471352/301246a6-c2d2-46f2-8aa2-bdff3d7d925a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Rushmore Theodore Roosevelt and Badlands Self-Guided Tour $33 per traveler [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/mount-rushmore-theodore-roosevelt-and-badlands-self-guided-tour.a49471352.activity-details) ![Mount Rushmore Self-Guided Audio Tour Guide ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49754438/984624c9-6f8e-4e25-96cb-90ea4f9892ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Rushmore Self-Guided Audio Tour Guide $15 per traveler [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/mount-rushmore-self-guided-audio-tour-guide.a49754438.activity-details) ![Keystone Ghost Tour Haunted Black Hills Self Guided Audio](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50772760/8bf8a3ab-3060-417f-a173-b02ca8dd00c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Keystone Ghost Tour Haunted Black Hills Self Guided Audio $10 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/keystone-ghost-tour-haunted-black-hills-self-guided-audio.a50772760.activity-details) [See all activities in Sanator](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Sanator.d553248635975851124.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Sanator ![The Needles at Custer State Park, South Dakota](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/94614/2f4ffb41-af61-4a35-9c86-fe767af4ac7f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Custer - 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[Black Elk Peak ](https://expedia.com/Black-Elk-Peak-Hill-City.d722423712804188160.Vacation-Attraction) - [Big Thunder Gold Mine ](https://expedia.com/Big-Thunder-Gold-Mine-Keystone.d6248326.Vacation-Attraction) - [Horse Thief Lake ](https://expedia.com/Horse-Thief-Lake-Hill-City.d553248621556372346.Vacation-Attraction) - [Stockade Lake ](https://expedia.com/Stockade-Lake-Custer.d553248621532647177.Vacation-Attraction) - [Wind Cave National Park Visitor Center ](https://expedia.com/Wind-Cave-National-Park-Visitor-Center-Hot-Springs.d553248635998150153.Vacation-Attraction) - [Black Hills Playhouse ](https://expedia.com/Black-Hills-Playhouse-Custer.d553248621556372388.Vacation-Attraction) - [Legion Lake ](https://expedia.com/Legion-Lake-Custer.d553248621532647175.Vacation-Attraction) - [Rushmore Cave ](https://expedia.com/Rushmore-Cave-Keystone.d553248621556372398.Vacation-Attraction) - [Gutzon Borglum Historical Center ](https://expedia.com/Gutzon-Borglum-Historical-Center-Keystone.d6248318.Vacation-Attraction) - 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