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Lantern Inn

2.0 star property
Warm hospitality and convenience await at this business district retreat, with a pool and barbecue grills for a memorable stay.

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A building with a wooden entrance, a Coca-Cola vending machine, and a sign that says "Welcome". - Lantern Inn (Hill City)
A covered porch with wooden benches and a view of a parking lot and buildings in the distance. - Lantern Inn (Hill City)
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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door. - Lantern Inn (Hill City)
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The Lantern Inn offers a peaceful escape in the business district with practical amenities like free WiFi and a seasonal outdoor pool. The helpful staff receives consistently positive reviews, while the barbecue area adds a pleasant touch for outdoor dining.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Traditional Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a small refrigerator.

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a wooden partition.

Traditional Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Hill City, Lantern Inn is in the business district and near a train station. While the natural beauty of Black Hills National Forest and Custer State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Sylvan Lake. Things That Rock and Museum @ Black Hills Institute are also worth visiting. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like ziplining, rock climbing, and mountain biking, or hop on a moped rental nearby and take a self-guided tour around the aera. Visit our Hill City travel guide
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580 E. Main street, Hill City, SD, 57745

What's nearby

  • A steam locomotive pulling passenger cars through a forested area with tracks curving through the landscape.
    1880 Train
    10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Major Lake Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Museum @ Black Hills Institute
    10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Sonja's
    10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • South Dakota State Railroad Museum
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP)
    43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Grapes and Grinds
    10 min drive
  • Alpine Inn
    11 min walk
  • Chute Rooster Sports Bar & Restaurant
    4 min walk
  • High Country Guest Ranch
    8 min drive
  • Caboose Coffee
    7 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.75 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests arriving outside of regular check-in hours can use the exterior telephone number for check-in assistance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.00 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.00 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.75 percent

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from June to September

Frequently asked questions

Does Lantern Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Lantern Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Lantern Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Lantern Inn?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lantern Inn located?

Situated in the business district, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Major Lake Park, Civilian Conservation Corps Museum, and 1880 Train. South Dakota State Railroad Museum and Granite Sports are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Lantern Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 219 out of 338 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 94 out of 338 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 338 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 338 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 338 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

sebastian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff and amazing atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved my stay at the Lantern! The staff was so friendly, and the room was cozy and clean. As a solo female traveler, this was the perfect place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is very conveniently located. It’s a small family run place , and it was very clean. The staff was helpful. They had a nice spot to park our motorcycle trailer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little place! Great central location to see many of the sights. Rooms have been updated and are clean. Staff is super friendly! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. The staff was helpful with places to eat, coffee shops & things to do!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Catharina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spot with well-maintained, updated rooms and grounds. Close to downtown and Mount Rushmore. Super friendly staff and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old hotel that is completely renovated--even the parking lot. Simple but clean and modern. Comfy bed, helpful staff, very convenient location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So cute! ...and clean! ...and friendly! We were super pleased with our comfy room. Great bed and bedding. Tidy property grounds. Such a charming place. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Cassi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel room was nice, and we had a great check in experience. Unfortunately, our shower had no hot water and sprayed water out of the top of the shower head. We told the property owners when we checked out, and they said they’d fix it. We’d stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Room was well maintained. Quiet. We had a motorcycle but parking was available for car and trailer out of the way.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. My only wish would be for more hooks or places to hang clothes and towels. Other than that highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a extremely nice place to stay, very clean rooms and property. The owner, she was extremely nice and helpful, she made checking in and out very easy also. My only personal issue was as a tall and heavyset guy the bathroom fixtures were difficult to use comfortably. Besides that this was a very nice place to stay. It met all the needs of a couple wanting to sight see throughout the day then come back to a quite, clean place to sleep for the night.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Convenient and clean lodging, would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love the black hills

Great place to stay. Very friendly owners
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and great location!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were bicycling cross country and the staff was great to work with!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room quiet very nice people
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very neat and clean motel with great friendly and helpful people!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Cute, friendly staff, very convenient location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice place, visited with some nice folks
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Short drive to everything. Easy walk to downtown Hill City. Friendly staff, clean and nicely appointed room. I would absolutely stay here again and I highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the cutest little place to stay! Very clean and friendly people!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners were very friendly and felt like family to us. We're definitely going to plan a trip back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mother daughter trip

I stayed for a mother daughter trip to get away and it was amazing. They were so nice and accommodating! The rooms were so cute! I will definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025