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K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

2.5 star property
Warm up by the firepit or fuel up for adventure with a delicious breakfast buffet. Experience comfort near one of America's most iconic landmarks.

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks - K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel (Keystone)
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Near Mount Rushmore National Memorial, K Bar S Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection offers a warm welcome with a breakfast buffet and cozy firepit. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, self parking, coffee in the lobby and newspapers while being treated to exceptional service as praised by previous guests.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(54 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Mountain View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(57 reviews)

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Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Mountain View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

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Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Keystone, K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel is connected to the convention 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 Mount Rushmore and Black Hills National Forest. National Presidential Wax Museum and Rushmore Tramway Adventures are also worth visiting. Visit our Keystone travel guide
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Map
434 Old Hill City Road, Keystone, SD, 57751

What's nearby

  • Mt. Rushmore National Memorial Park in Black hills, South Dakota. The sculptures of former U.S. presidents.
    Mount Rushmore National Memorial
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Nice view atop the tram ride
    Rushmore Tramway Adventures
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Gutzon Borglum Historical Center
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Big Thunder Gold Mine
    3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • National Presidential Wax Museum
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP)
    43 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Gaslight Restaurant & Saloon
    12 min drive
  • The Front Porch Restaurant and Bar
    13 min walk
  • Grapes and Grinds
    19 min drive
  • Carver's Café
    9 min drive
  • Dairy Queen
    4 min drive

About this property

K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Lodge near Mount Rushmore National Memorial
A free breakfast buffet, a firepit, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, smoke-free premises, and free newspapers
  • A computer station, an elevator, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 96 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free weekday newspapers. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In the mountains
  • 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.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 30 and April 15.

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 not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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)

Property is also known as

K Bar S Lodge Keystone
K Bar S Lodge
K Bar S Keystone
K Bar S
K Bar S Lodge An Ascend Hotel Collection Member
K Bar S Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection Lodge
K Bar S Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection Keystone
K Bar S Lodge An Ascend Hotel Collection Member
K Bar S Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection Lodge Keystone

Frequently asked questions

Is K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Keystone, this lodge is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Gutzon Borglum Historical Center and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Mount Rushmore National Memorial. Big Thunder Gold Mine and National Presidential Wax Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 791 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 163 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, and great hotel for the money.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corrine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, very clean, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love the outdoor hot tub and the beautiful property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a beautiful hotel close to Mount Rushmore. You can see MR from the side view at a distance. Everything about this hotel was great. Location, hot tub, firepit, breakfasts, rooms, ...
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

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

Amazing setting!

Beautiful views in a peaceful setting. Our room was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good location. Clean room and common areas. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was great! The views and ambiance were excellent. The property and grounds were well maintained and the rooms were very quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location and view to Mt. Rushmore were amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting. Room was clean, and the breakfast was fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean! Beautiful property! Staff nice and the breakfast was excellent! From our room we could see Mount Rushmore!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property! Staff was friendly and helpful! Enjoyable stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room and property was clean and well maintained. Staff was friendly. Beds were very comfortable. Views were excellent. Breakfast was delicious with lots of options.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

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

Perfect Stay near Mt Rushmore

Everything about our stay was perfect! Very comfortable beds, parking was great, and the breakfast served every morning was wonderful with a lot of variety. The location was close to a lot of attractions, shopping, and restaurants. We would absolutely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property...make sure you ask for a 2nd floor room facing Mount Rushmore!!! Clean, comfortable beds, pub has good food, friendly staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a great place. As a solo traveller with my dog. The pub is great and the location is gorgeous
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

ROBERT

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

View of Washington from the room

Amazing views
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was very friendly. Breakfast was a nice start to the day. Only down side was as it was near the end of the season the restaurant on site had closed. Would definitely go back though
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property, beautiful area, staff was friendly and helpful, rooms very nice and clean, beds were good, balcony on the room with wonderful views. We ate dinner at their restaurant, food was excellent and service phenomenal, breakfast the next morning was awesome. Less than 10 minutes to Mt Rushmore, so great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

leslie

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

Perfect stay

This place is the best location, and even has a view of Mount Rushmore. The grounds are beautiful, the restaurant is great and the rooms are comfortable and clean. I’d come back and recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrific property! Staff was great! Room was great! Convenient location! Would stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharmila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place nestled in the mountains
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Clean property. Breakfast was good. Will come back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aggie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous location, beautiful and well maintained property, excellent bed, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel nested in the woods but only a minute away from the busy area. Absolutely gorgeous, staff is friendly, room is spacious, beds clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025