First of all, the historic ambience of the hotel is immediately felt when you walk into the lobby…read more All of it exudes an "old west" feeling. Vicki and Matt at the front desk were very cordial and welcoming. They explained everything we needed to know for our stay. We were fortunate enough to get a reservation for the Roosevelt Suite and were not disappointed. Nicely decorated with a great view of Main Street. Highly recommend this hotel for a great "western" experience.

If you enjoy being right downtown in historic hotel, this may be for you. Old hotels have quirks…read moredue to aged facilities and architecture. BUT the curtains that are not vintage should work properly. The ones in 246 do not work; the pull string does not work. They do, however, keep the light out! Don't worry about being above the casino, for it isn't busy- or I should say: it was not busy on June 3-6. Enjoy!

My husband and I stayed here 3 years ago in Oct. We LOVED this quaint, clean, well appointed and so…read morereasonably priced hotel. It is right in the heart of downtown Deadwood and convenient to walk to shopping, gaming, restaurants. Staff was friendly and the artwork, we were told, was painted by the owner's wife, is awesome. We were fortunate to have a light dusting of snow one night and looking out the windows at the snow against the streetlamps was truly magical. We will definitely stay here again if we travel in the area.

Left after 20 minutes of the host yammering on and on. I didn't pay to watch ghost adventures on a…read morescreen. No air circulation and jam packed. Don't waste your money or time.

Main Street in Deadwood is filled with modern casinos, resort hotels, full-service spas, big name…read moreconcerts, a hospital, old photo shops, restaurants, gift shops and some of the best parties. We walked in the footsteps of legends and make history since 1876. In 1876, miners moved into the northern Black Hills, they found gold & Deadwood was born. Overnight, the tiny gold camp boomed & attracted outlaws, gamblers and gunslingers & gold seekers. Wild Bill Hickok was one of those men who came looking for fortune. But just a few short weeks after arriving, he was gunned down while holding a poker hand of aces and eights - forever after known as the Dead Man's Hand. Calamity Jane also made a name for herself in these parts and is buried next to Hickok in Mount Moriah Cemetery. Other legends, like Potato Creek Johnny, Seth Bullock and Al Swearengen, created their legends and legacies in this tiny Black Hills town. Deadwood Alive is a theater troupe that reenacts the major historic events such as the Trial of Jack McCall and Wild Bill's assassination that inspired legends. Unfortunately, there aren't any shootouts or activities on Main Street on Sundays. I was told I could watch it on a cam live from deadwood.com

This was a really great, albeit touristy stop. You know exactly what you're getting in the city…read moredoes not disappoint. There is a lot to do here and you could easily spend a day or two. My husband wanted to visit the graves of Wild Bill and Calamity Jane. There are lots of saloons and casinos. You can have an old-time picture done or even see a main street shootout if you're there at the right time. They also have some nice hikes and a very cool visitor center to help you with ideas for how to spend your time. We have visited a lot of towns lately and this one is definitely worth a stop.

I went on this tour while I was visiting Deadwood in SD. and I was so glad I did! Jeannine the…read moreowner personally takes you, she is so full of knowledge being that she has been the historian for Deadwood for 27 years and is the author of a book. it was like living in the history. We went through centennial valley, Dead wood, and lead through the Cemetery where Wild Bill Hicock, and Clamity Jane themselves are buried. And other amazing historical sights. Next time I go with my family I will definitely take them to her.

From the owner: I am a historian with 25 years experience in the Black Hills and an author of several publications…read more Deadwood is my home base. My tours are private and built around you

A rollicking evening spent here was a highlight of our week in SD. Tourist trap? Nah, it's a…read moreworking museum with more than a modicum of authenticity. And, yes, you can jump in your personal wagon and giddyup over here without having to sign up for a bus tour (reservations are suggested, though). The set originally built for the movie "Dances With Wolves" is now a bunch of ramshackle shops that house historic displays and sell handcrafted items. Live demos show how these items were made in the olden days. Herman Jones, the octogenarian owner of Fort Hays, is the real thing. Do listen to his personal story and ask questions. He not only welcomes visitors but delights in demonstrating how to fashion rope out of toilet paper! Of course, the dinner and show are the main reason to visit. Guests are seated on communal benches in a rustic mess hall. The chow, slung in rapid-fire chuckwagon style onto handmade tin plates, is remarkably tasty and filling (beware of the feisty "slapper" who all but slams a baked potato onto your plate). The hearty cowboy menu never varies. No alcohol is served. Live entertainment features a cast of multitalented performers who encourage audience participation. The "Elvis" impersonator is a riot!

Nothing on their website for any pet policy so I asked when we arrive and they said yes pets are…read morefine except for on the buses and in the chow hall and preferably not in the gift shop so we went about our way had breakfast outside walked around the outside of all the buildings went in a gift shop and then we went back into where the fort Hayes movie set building is and was immediately attacked by the owner Is that a service animal I said yes it is she said well it has to be ADA certified blah blah I mean just completely rude jumped us I said I already spoke to the gal right here at the register when we first arrived she says it doesn't matter I'm the owner she's my employee I said well yep she is he is a service animal and so but that's okay I've never been treated so really we'll just turn around and leave So once again if you have a pet I wouldn't bother going to this place even if with service animal you're going to be treated rudely

This is a nice enough historic hotel right in the middle of Rapid City…read more I stayed for 3 nights with my family. We had a one bedroom suite. The suite was very small, barely bigger than the king bed in the bedroom and the sofabed in the living room. The bathroom was pretty tiny, not big enough for 4 towels without hanging them on random doorknobs. There was no door between the two rooms. We arrived around 5PM, and our room was not ready yet. We were given two $15 vouchers for Starbucks to be used the next day only for the inconvenience. That was nice. When I made the reservation, I noted that there would be 4 of us in the room. When we got to the room, there were only 2 towels in the room, and there were no pillows for the sofabed. Also, the sofabed was brand new, and so the moving straps had not been removed, and the sofabed could not be opened. I had to call down to the front desk to bring scissors to open up the sofabed and to bring up more towels and pillows. The bed was comfortable, although the pillows were not great. The bathroom, as mentioned, was small with very little counter or shelf space. The shower/bath combo was cramped with a cloth curtain. Water pressure was not great, and even on the hottest setting, the water wasn't very warm and was very susceptible to getting colder. We were in town to visit the nearby sites, so we were out of the room most of the days. Imagine my surprise after returning that no housekeeping came after our first night. That was weird. After our second night, the housekeeper had come and made up the bedroom but not the living room (sofabed not made). She (she left a card with her name, Melaney) took the towels and again left only two clean towels. She did not take out the trash in any room. I was exhausted after a full day of driving and sightseeing, and the last thing I wanted to do was call down to the front desk to ask for two more towels and fresh sheets for the sofabed. It was very frustrating. Parking. The hotel itself only offers valet parking. There is a lot of street parking, and it is only $1/hour from 7am to 6pm on weekdays, $0.50/hour from 9am to 5pm on Saturdays. There's an app, so you can remember your space # and pay from your phone in the morning. The location really is wonderful, and there are neat historical things about the hotel. The kids loved looking at all the pictures and the stuffed bison heads. The staff was friendly, even if the hotel wasn't run particularly well.

I'll admit, I was really nervous about staying here because I had heard so many stories about the…read moreghosts that haunt this hotel! Luckily for me, I didn't have any ghost encounters, and made sure I wasn't staying on the 8th floor. The hotel is historic, definitely has some thinner walls and I could hear everyone coming and going in the evening and morning starting around 6am. The rooms themselves were nice, comfortable beds, a fridge, a TV, the amenities that you need and want in a hotel room. The location is perfect, right in the heart of downtown and walking distance to almost everything. Staff was friendly, valet is required here, there's no self parking. The valet staff was always super nice and opened the door for us every time we walked in.

We decided on the Badlands Sunset and Stargazing tour with XO. Our tour guide Dan (retired Dan)…read morewas phenomenal. We are in our 70's and Dan was so perfect for us. He knew so much about the Badlands. We learned so much that we never would have known if we just drove through on our own. He was a scout master and he comes prepared with his camera with lenses that take beautiful close up pictures that we never would have gotten on our own. He will take pictures of whatever you want. We were picked up at 3:15 and dropped off at 11:30! We even stopped on the way at Wall Drug. The day we went, unfortunately , the weather was not aligning with the night sky we needed to see the stars which is something no one has control over. But the sunset was beautiful and the Badlands did not disappoint so I got over my no star night. My husband said a few times to me, this is well worth the money. He was just the greatest and Aimee the owner was very much updating us about the details and they brought snacks and a huge sub sandwich. I am attaching some pictures but they are ones that I took. I haven't been able to save his pictures in my photos yet. I'm not great at figuring this tech stuff out. P.S. we saw so many bison really up close.

If you're considering a trip to South Dakota, stop looking around and book with My XO Adventures…read more Daniel was our tour guide --he is truly one of a kind. Our tour took us through some of the most breathtaking locations, including Mount Rushmore, the Badlands, and so many hidden gems we never would have known about without him. We also went to Wyoming and saw Devils tower and beautiful frozen waterfalls. But what made this trip amazing wasn't just the scenery, it was Daniel himself. From the moment we started, it was clear that Daniel goes above and beyond for his guests. He thought of everything--water, coffee, snacks, chargers, binoculars--literally everything we could have needed. He is like a walking encyclopedia, sharing history, stories, and fascinating details that made each location come alive. We never felt rushed; instead, he took his time to make sure the experience was all about us. One of the most memorable highlights was something completely unplanned--stargazing in the Badlands. Living near a city, I never get to see the stars like that. But out there, I saw shooting stars, the Milky Way, and even satellites. It was absolutely magical, and it wouldn't have happened without Daniel. He even brought his camera and took stunning photos, which he sent to us at the end of the day--such an amazing touch! This wasn't just a vacation--Daniel said something that really stuck to me, it was a reminder to slow down and reconnect with life and nature (I have a high stress career and always looking to disconnect). The beauty of South Dakota was unforgettable, but without Daniel, we wouldn't have enjoyed it nearly as much as we did. If you're on the fence about booking with My XO Adventures, just do it, It's SO worth it, and you'll walk away with memories that will last a lifetime. Thank you, Daniel, for making this one of the best trips I've ever had!

Great tour of Casper State Park, Crazy Horse Monument and Mt Rushmore with Chris. Chris was very…read moreknowledgeable and responsive to what we wanted to see. Highly recommended!

Our guide John was fabulous and made the day one of the best tours I've ever been on. We only had…read more1 day to see all the sites in and around Rushmore. He was very knowledgeable and really had a passion for his tours. And the tour was just our family so we could personalize it to whatever we wanted to do. We went to Custer state park, crazy horse, Needle highway, iron mountain highway and Mount Rushmore. I can't imagine doing the day without this tour. He shared all the inside info with us too which left us with s slew of knowledge and great photos too! Definitely look into Geofuntours before you book on one of the big bus tours. I am certain you'll be happier with this one! (And it's like the same price too-what a deal)