In the heart of the Badlands you'll find Buffalo Ridge Camp resort where you can go from rustic…read moretent camping, teepee camping, cabins, trailers and the ultimate in glamping camping with the ultimate in RV's. This trip was a boys trip and getting back to basics. We tent camped and occupied campsite #1 that offered the shade of a lone needled tree and a fire pit. The site was clean and well manicured with a good distance away from other campers. Two pools, one for adults, the other children and a hot tub. Ten shower/restrooms that have laundry and a station outside for washing dishes. Overall a very nice campground. My only critique is a little more attention to the restrooms as the garbage was often overflowing. I truly appreciate when a business responds to a review/critique and takes steps measures to make things better. For that, I'm adding a star .

Oh my goodness!! This resort is amazing. All the facilities are spotless and the staff is great…read more Would Highly recommend this spot to camp and enjoy the outdoors.

You truly can't beat the location of the Bavarian Inn Hotel in the Black Hills. It's close to…read moreeverything and all the main attractions. The property is beautiful and very well maintained, and the staff is wonderful. You can tell they genuinely enjoy their jobs, which makes the whole experience even more pleasant. Check-in was quick and easy. The rooms are a bit outdated in style, but they are very clean and comfortable. I do wish the bathroom had been a little larger and that it didn't have a shower curtain instead of a glass door. Housekeeping is not provided daily, but you can request fresh linens and amenities each day, and they will be delivered to your room. Overall, it's fairly priced, great for families, with plenty of parking and lots of nearby services. I would definitely recommend it for anyone visiting the area.

HIGHLY RECOMMEND. We are a family of five with little kids and this has been our favorite place we…read morehave stayed on our many trips. Whether you are a retired couple, family, or young honeymooners- this place is a great place to stay in Custer. The staff was so friendly. There were so many family-centered activities to be outside and enjoy and we tried to take advantage of all of It! Outdoor and indoor pools, a full wall of board and card games and books, an outdoor fire pit setting to enjoy, chalk and jump ropes, a nice outdoor walking trail in nature, ball courts with balls. Our absolute favorite was ordering the cookies and milk bedtime delivery. This was something we could surprise our little kids with that they thought was so magical. Thank you for helping us build such special family memories!!

This was part of our 9 western state journey (started in So. Cal) and one of our big stops to check…read moreout Crazy Horse and Mt. Rushmore (one of my lifelong travel goals and was awesome). We arrived a few hours early and the only negative was they couldn't take us in right away (strict 3 o'clock arrival). Thankfully, we found parking in Custer and really enjoyed Mt. Rushmore Brewery (I have a really good review coming shortly). The campground is beautiful, clean and well kept and staff is friendly according to my wife. A few sites are tricky, but doable, with limited full hook-ups. The dump is located on the opposite side of the rig so if you're leaving the lower campground, you may need 2 dump hoses. Some of the hook-ups are located on the opposite of the standard rv rig. The other parks we checked out on our walk through town are not as nice as this. The Black Hills up towards Rushmore seem crowded (obviously) but super nice.

I'm a Google Local Guide (Level 7, 86 reviews) -- I don't write reviews like this lightly. Sorry no…read moreyelp reviews yet. The Roost Resort has a genuinely nice physical setup -- well-maintained grounds and facilities. Unfortunately, our visit was marred by how the visitor fee was enforced. We drove 300+ miles each way to visit family staying at the resort. Saturday we paid the $10/car visitor fee without issue, though it came with a long lecture about costs, being a mom-and-pop operation, and "registered guests only" on the walk to the office. We left around 8:30pm, invited back for breakfast, and stayed overnight 40 miles away at another resort. We returned Sunday ~8:30am. By 9:30am the owner (Sheila) came back for a second fee. I asked if it worked like a motel checkout window since we'd be leaving soon. She charged the full fee anyway and repeated the same lecture -- for at least the 4th time. She mentioned being a 5-star resort; when I mentioned I'd leave a review, she took it as a threat. We were accused of using the shower house (false -- we'd showered elsewhere). When my cousin's husband mentioned being a disabled veteran, she accused him of "playing that card," described her own health condition, and threatened to call police. My cousin was told to vacate 2 days early, with 3 hours' notice. There's a difference between hospitality and running a hospitality business. A resort this nice deserves an owner who understands that difference.

As Erin W. stated in her recent review, this place offers incredible value. Amy at the front desk…read moreis friendly and helpful. Our room was clean, comfortable and charming - charming in a way that might remind you of staying overnight at Grandma's or Auntie's house in that spare bedroom. Coming into Custer the other day and looking for a place to stay the night, we happened upon this one and were mighty happy we did. We checked in and asked about places in the area to get some dinner. One place we'd driven by and then asked about had Amy's approval and so we walked down the 1-2 blocks to the pizza place to order before their 8:30pm closing time. $69/night for 1 queen-size bed, 3/4 bath and t.v. Plus, the next morning, you can buy a breakfast coupon at the front desk for $4.99 - it's good for the next-door restaurant (The Wrangler Cafe, or something similar) - the coupon will save you $4 on that one breakfast plate.

Rooms are clean and comfortable. Looks nothing like all the other chain motels you see in the Black…read moreHills. Nice couple owns the place. They're very friendly and accommodating. I definitely recommend Mile Hi!

A MUST STAY!!! Everything from cleanliness to most friendliest hospitality I've ever experienced…read more Anne was so welcoming when we arrived at SHADY REST, it was like meeting up with a good friend after years apart. She gave us the run down on best places to eat and things to do, which was very helpful. The Cabin was located walking distance from Main St. We actually drove up to Hill City, Keystone & Deadwood to visit for the day and later that eve came back through Custer without reservations for second night, called Anne at SR and she was happy to arrange a cabin for us within minutes of our arrival. Highly recommend staying here with great rate to boot. We enjoyed our stay very much in Custer. Can't wait to go back!! and of course stay at SHADY REST MOTEL/Cabins!! Thanks again Anne&John and GOD BLESS!

Sadly, we must leave. Anne and her husband were very personable, and wanted to ensure my fiancee…read moreand I had a wonderful stay. They succeeded. The cabin itself is cozy with cable tv, Wi-Fi, a small kitchen area, and a porch swing....and a Jacuzzi. Anne was always ready to make honest suggestions where to go, and she was always right. We asked if there was an ice machine, she said no, but brought us back a tub of ice from her own kitchen. The location is near everything you are wanting to visit in South Dakota. Highly recommend you stay here if travelling through, as you feel nestled in the woods, yet still part of civilization, and amazing customer service

We found EO Bungalows as we were planning a cross-country trip in mid-May this year. Due to the…read morepandemic, many hotels were closed and we were leery of staying in most hotels. Having previously stayed at The Bavarian Inn just up the road, we reached out to discover that they, among others, were closed. The owners mentioned their new property in town, EO Bungalows, and how they were offering enhanced cleaning and contactless check-in/out. This combination was perfect for us and we booked one night. This location features four private units with ensuite bathrooms and a common courtyard. Parking is curbside and you're just one block off the main strip, making the location very walkable. The units themselves are wonderful. Nicely furnished with very comfortable beds; a kitchette with everything you need including a toaster; a bathroom with an incredible steam shower, dimmable lighting in all areas and artwork that creates a wonderful, peaceful atmosphere. We drive an electric car and found convenient free charging available at the local Chamber of Commerce just two blocks away. We had dinner on The Custer Wolf's patio and enjoyed our first restaurant meal in months. Thanks EO Bungalows! We'll be back... looking forward to the next Tesla rally, whenever that is.

Great stay, clean room, great bed. Fenced, shared courtyard with gas fire pit and grill…read more Kitchenette with small fridge, cooktop, microwave and sink. Walk to local restaurant/ bars. Grocery 1 1/2 blks away. Management very user friendly. Adults only no pets. A little over average price but we'll worth it Only inconvenience, if that, room and bath for the single queen is small but workable. Would absolutely stay again. ps.... great hot air balloon adventure 1 blk away.

I stayed at the Rock Crest Lodge this summer when I was in Custer for a wedding. We requested an…read moreaccessible room, and it worked for the most part. There were a few issues...but they were manageable since I wasn't staying in the room alone. Trouble 1) When showering, you can't reach the shower controls while sitting on the shower bench. I keep seeing this in hotels, I'm not sure what they expect you to do. Most people who need a shower bench can't stand up and get the controls! Trouble 2) Tiny little closet rod, difficult to get to behind the table & chairs (and the bathroom door). It's low, to make it an accessible height, but so difficult to reach that it was almost not worth even trying! Trouble 3) Table and chairs in the room would be nice if we were cooking in our room & such, but since we weren't they were really just in the way. The table was too small to pull under when in a wheelchair anyway. Their location meant that I couldn't reach the kitchenette area anyway. If I'd been staying alone I'm not sure how I would have handled the shower, and I would have requested that staff remove the table & chairs. Just thought I'd warn other wheelchair users so they can make an informed decision. The bed was adequately comfortable, water pressure was great, the room a little noisy due to the proximity of the ice-room & the parking lot. Overall - could have been better, but could have been much worse - at least i was able to get in and out! :)

Nice spot for visiting Mt Rushmore and Crazy Horse. Next door to two eateries. Great customer…read moreservice. The pool and playground were nothing special. We would stay here again.

Sparkling Clean cool 50's era motor lodge in prefect condition. It was a privilege to stay at the…read moreRocket!

The Rocket Motel nails it 100%! Great vintage sign, great location, friendly owner took great care…read moreof us when checking on. Clean rooms, great chairs out front to sit and drink coffee in the morning. Would definitely stay again. Bought the great Rocket Motel mugs! Thanks for hosting us in Custer.

+ Good, clean room. + Polite staff. Efficient service…read more - Crowded parking. Barely found the last spot at night. But seems street parking's good too. - No sound privacy. Could hear neighbor coughing from inside their room across the hall. - The key card doesn't work on the 3rd floor outside entrance. Gotta enter from the 1st or 2nd floor door. + Ice machine. + A convenient 3min 1/2mi drive from the nearby 8 150kW Tesla superchargers. . Fair price, considering its moderate proximity to several top attractions: Devils Tower, Mt Rushmore, Badlands, Custer SP, and Crazy Horse. $143/night. Thu 6/18/26.

Just for a quick night SMH AC in room 204 sucks there is NO elevator so don't over pack your…read moresuitcase lol