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Econo Lodge Custer

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Black Hills National Forest

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Lobby
Breakfast area
Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Laundry room
In the heart of the city, Econo Lodge Custer offers a convenient retreat. With laundry facilities, a 24-hour gym, and business center at your disposal, you can stay on top of things while enjoying free in-room WiFi and RV/bus/truck parking.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Heating
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Custer, Econo Lodge Custer is in the city center. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Mount Rushmore National Memorial, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Black Hills National Forest and Custer State Park. Needles Highway and Granite Sports are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring, horse riding, and mountain biking.
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Map
342 Mount Rushmore Rd, Custer, SD, 57730

What's nearby

  • 1881 Courthouse Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Rocky Knolls Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Custer State Park - 12 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Crazy Horse Memorial - 14 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Sylvan Lake - 16 min drive - 8.9 miles

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Miner's Cup - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Black Hills Burger & Bun CO - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Purple Pie Place - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Buglin' Bull Restaurant and Sports Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Econo Lodge Custer

Hotel near Black Hills National Forest
At Econo Lodge Custer, you can look forward to laundry facilities, a 24-hour gym, and a business center. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, express check-out, and express check-in
  • Free newspapers, coffee/tea in the lobby, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Econo Lodge Custer boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • 27-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 27-inch TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 03 and May 01.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not served at this property
Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Econo Lodge Custer Hotel
Econo Lodge Custer
Custer Econo Lodge
Econo Lodge Custer Hotel
Econo Lodge Custer Custer
Econo Lodge Custer Hotel Custer

Frequently asked questions

Is Econo Lodge Custer pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Econo Lodge Custer?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Econo Lodge Custer?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 AM.

What time is check-out at Econo Lodge Custer?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Econo Lodge Custer located?

Located in the heart of Custer, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Grand Magic Show and Black Hills National Forest. Way Park and 1881 Courthouse Museum are just steps away.

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Econo Lodge Custer Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 518 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 226 out of 518 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 518 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 518 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 518 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple but clean hotel. Breakfast is mostly continental with egos added as a bonus. Staff was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was very friendly and ready to help with any of our needs. Room was a little dated but fine for one evening. Very conveniently located..
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Easy check in.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to restaurants. Nice location and property is clean. You get what you pay for with the breakfast but overall it was alright.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Economical and nice for the price. Comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Descent place to stay in the area right on Main Street
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent. Well run, friendly and affordable. Very convenient location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I good location to explore the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Older property with window unit type air conditioners but place was clean and the bed was very comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a straightforward and budget friendly hotel. Downtown Custer was all within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
our check n preson was great an friendly will stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ning

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Vickie

Liked: Amenities
Nice place to stay air conditioner could use a little work noisy staff nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Double bed in my room. The room was clean, the bed was so comfortable. Very relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

LAUNA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and helpful! Easy to walk around the town from the motel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was helpful and friendly. Being here during Bike Week can cause a certain level of stress for staff. The young lady who checked us in was calm and courteous each time we walked past the front desk.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They could use a bigger parking lot. There was only one handicap spot and no lines by it for a wheelchair to get out. Other than that, we had a great stay. Comfy beds! Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing. The women who worked their both at night and day where great. I talked w the one at night and she was very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

milton

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Private and service available when needed
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary An

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The staff was very nice and friendly. The only negatives were the lack of an elevator and the dirty carpets in the hallway, but breakfast was good. The hotel is near a shopping center, stores, and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very quiet, clean and comfortable. The staff was very friendly and very helpful. The location was also very good for our needs on this trip.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, very friendly and courteous staff!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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