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Bavarian Inn Black Hills

3.5 star property
Travelers enjoy two refreshing pools and a tennis court at this relaxing base camp, perfectly positioned for exploring the Black Hills' nearby attractions.

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Exterior - Bavarian Inn Black Hills (Custer)
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A spacious indoor area with a pool, wooden walls, and tables and chairs arranged for dining. - Bavarian Inn Black Hills (Custer)
A tree sculpture with green foliage and red apples in a wooden interior space. - Bavarian Inn Black Hills (Custer)
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The Bavarian Inn Black Hills, near Rocky Knolls Golf Course, offers a restaurant, indoor and outdoor pools, and a garden terrace for relaxation. Kids enjoy a playground, and everyone appreciates in-room WiFi. Guests praise the quality breakfast and helpful staff.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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A neatly made bed with a patterned blanket, two bedside tables with lamps, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(96 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, and a view of the outside through a sliding door.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk with a computer, and a small table with a plant.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(135 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a small white table, and a chair.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a microwave.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a small table, a lamp, a mirror, and a picture on the wall.

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Suite | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A cozy living room with a white sofa, green chairs, a coffee table, and a wall art of the United States.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Custer is home to Bavarian Inn Black Hills. Four Mile Old West Town Museum and Crazy Horse Memorial are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Rocky Knolls Golf Course and Sylvan Lake. 1881 Courthouse Museum and Needles Eye are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Custer travel guide
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855 N 5th St, Custer, SD, 57730

What's nearby

  • 1881 Courthouse Museum
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Way Park
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Harbach Centennial Park
    2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • French Creek Park
    2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Big Rock Park
    2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP)
    60 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dairy Queen
    17 min walk
  • Miner's Cup
    3 min drive
  • VFW Post #3442
    20 min walk
  • Purple Pie Place
    3 min drive
  • Buglin' Bull Restaurant and Sports Bar
    19 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 to 20 for adults and USD 8 to 20 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Feel Good Cafe

Things to do

  • Basketball
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 1973
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 5 to April 1:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 16 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately USD 8.00 to 20.00 for adults, and USD 8.00 to 20.00 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Does Bavarian Inn Black Hills have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Is Bavarian Inn Black Hills pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bavarian Inn Black Hills?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bavarian Inn Black Hills?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Bavarian Inn Black Hills located?

Situated in Custer, this hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from 1881 Courthouse Museum and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Rocky Knolls Golf Course. Four Mile Old West Town Museum and Crazy Horse Memorial are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Bavarian Inn Black Hills Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1047 out of 1205 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 119 out of 1205 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 1205 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 1205 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1205 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Tasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying here. Friendly staff, charming, and love the amenities!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very dog friendly, only stayed one night but will definitely stay here next time we stay in Custer.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dana

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Room was clean and breakfast was delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

troian m

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The staff was very nice and helpful. The beds were very comfortable. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Natalie

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Such a cute hotel! We loved our stay there and the staff’s attention to detail. Will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for activities in the area. Staff is friendly, attentive and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast spot on site is amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully decorated hotel. Nice hot tub and nice open space to let your pet stretch their legs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our third time staying here. Love it. Away from the downtown bustle, but short drive away. Awesome staff. Cool hot tub.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is awesome for families offering so many fun amenities such as FREE laundry machines, 2 pools, pickleball courts, milkshake machine, on site restaurant and close proximity to main street shops and restaurants. The staff is so friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Bavarian Inn is a hidden gem. The staff was amazing, the room was super clean and the grounds are beautiful. I highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Bevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean, the beds were comfy! The lobby was super cute! The restaurant next store has delicious breakfast and coffee! My only complaint is the towels at the pool and in the room smelled horrible!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

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We greatly enjoyed our overnight stay in Custer City before heading to Mount Rushmore. The amenities were fantastic-including the unique restaurant next door for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, amazing indoor pool for the kids, free laundry use, and very friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast/brunch options and drinks at the cafe. The location is the best in the Black Hills as it sits just above Custer. We had five families stay at the Inn for the long 4th of July weekend and everyone loved the place. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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Wonderful place! Cute rooms and great staff. Tons of cool things to do for the kids. We very much enjoyed our stay and highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a fun hotel. So many great activities for kids and adults!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place! Outdoor pool, yard games, clean rooms, friendly staff PLUS fresh cookies & milk. Couldn’t ask for more. This is our third time staying here and we’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Prasanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and outdoor amenities make this place great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place! The attention to detail with the added amenities and positive vibe decor just makes you relax. Would definitely recommend and stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun for adults and kids 2 pools , hot tub, games , pickle ball and BB hoop. Great atmosphere we had a blast!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The little breakfast place was great! Cookie time was also great!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a unique and wonderful place. The staff was the best, very knowledgeable about the area and loved our pets! It’s so nice to stay at a place that’s truly pet friendly and welcoming. We will definitely plan to visit again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Margie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a fantastic place to stay if you are in or around Custer. Nice, clean room. Great amenities. Conveniently located. We would definitely stay there again if were in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming place to stay in the BlackHills. Clean, cute, free laundry and daily cookie time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026