Lodge at Palmer Gulch

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Scored 8.7
Rated excellent

Staff

9.2

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities including free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and balconies with mountain views. Dining and Leisure: The family-friendly restaurant offers American cuisine with vegetarian and gluten-free options. Guests can relax in the sauna, sun terrace, seasonal outdoor pool, or hot tub. Additional facilities include a fitness room, outdoor fireplace, and children’s playground. Convenient Location: Located in Hill City, the hotel is 6.2 mi from Mount Rushmore and 33 mi from Rapid City Regional Airport. Nearby attractions include Crazy Horse Memorial (9.9 mi) and Black Hills National Forest (11 mi).

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free private parking available at the hotel

Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
1 king bed
2 full beds
2 full beds
2 twin beds
and
1 king bed
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1
2 twin beds
Bedroom 2
1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
1 king bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
4 twin beds
and
2 king beds
and
1 bunk bed
and
1 sofa bed
2 full beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Mark
United States United States
“The room was large and very nice. The location was close to everything and since we were off season, there was no issues with traffic or crowds.”
Myrtle
United States United States
“Very clean. Coffee 24-7 nice continental breakfast. Didn’t have to find somewhere for breakfast each day.”
Barbara
United States United States
“Excellent location in the Black Hills! Beautiful property with many amenities.”
Gary
United States United States
“Clean, quiet, comfy. Everyone was so friendly and accommodating. Breakfast was great every morning that we stayed. We definitely will stay here again!”
Cindy
United States United States
“Nicest KOA ever. We stayed in the lodge to take a break from camping. It was a very good experience”
Laszlo
United States United States
“It was very close to Mount Rushmore. It was clean and cozy.”
Pam
United States United States
“Location was easy to access and BEAUTIFUL Facility was exceptionally well kept Staff was obnoxiously friendly and helpful Restaurant and ice cream parlor were clean and food was tasty and not overly expensive”
Doris
United States United States
“Room was nice, beds were comfortable. WIFI was spotty but most of the time worked (even if a little slow).”
Joey
United States United States
“It’s a really nice place you can just relax if you want, or there are things you can do, like pickle ball, basketball, a nice pool. Rent a bike, or APV. Trail rides.”
Melissa
United States United States
“It is an adorable property. I just wish we had gotten there before the end of the season, to experience everything. I’d 100% stay here again.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

2 Restaurants On Site
The Peak Grill & Taproom
  • Cuisine
    American
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Gluten-free
The Prospector Tent
  • Cuisine
    American
  • Open for
    Breakfast
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Modern

House rules

Lodge at Palmer Gulch takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Extra bed upon request
$10 per child, per night
Crib upon request
$10 per child, per night
4+ years
Extra bed upon request
$10 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the restaurants in this property are only open from May 15th until September 30th.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.