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Econo Lodge Custer - Crazy Horse Area

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bathtub, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a window with curtains. - Econo Lodge Custer - Crazy Horse Area (Custer)
A dining area with round tables and chairs, a ceiling fan, and windows with curtains. - Econo Lodge Custer - Crazy Horse Area (Custer)
A reception area with a wooden desk, a computer, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and two orange chairs. - Econo Lodge Custer - Crazy Horse Area (Custer)
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a computer, a plant, and a window with a view of the outside. - Econo Lodge Custer - Crazy Horse Area (Custer)
A bathroom with a large bathtub, a wooden door, a microwave, and a small table with a chair. - Econo Lodge Custer - Crazy Horse Area (Custer)
Laundry facilities, a 24-hour gym, and a business center are just a few of the amenities provided at Econo Lodge Custer - Crazy Horse Area. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

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Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and an air conditioning unit.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(61 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, an air conditioner, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds (surcharge), WiFi (free), alarm clocks

2 Queen Beds, Nonsmoking

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds (surcharge), WiFi (free), alarm clocks

1 Queen Bed, Nonsmoking, Accessible

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Custer, Econo Lodge Custer - Crazy Horse Area 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 South Dakota State Railroad Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, cave exploring, and rock climbing. Visit our Custer travel guide
Map
342 Mount Rushmore Rd, Custer, SD, 57730

What's nearby

  • Way Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • 1881 Courthouse Museum
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • French Creek Park
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Harbach Centennial Park
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Big Rock Park
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP)
    62 min drive

Restaurants

  • Miner's Cup
    13 min walk
  • Dairy Queen
    1 min walk
  • Purple Pie Place
    7 min walk
  • Buglin' Bull Restaurant and Sports Bar
    3 min walk
  • Baker's Bakery & Cafe
    3 min walk

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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 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 1 and May 1.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Econo Lodge Custer - Crazy Horse Area pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

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

What time is check-in at Econo Lodge Custer - Crazy Horse Area?

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

What time is check-out at Econo Lodge Custer - Crazy Horse Area?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Econo Lodge Custer - Crazy Horse Area located?

Located in the heart of Custer, this hotel is steps from Way Park and 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Black Hills National Forest. Grand Magic Show and 1881 Courthouse Museum are just steps away.

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

Econo Lodge Custer - Crazy Horse Area Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 210 out of 590 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 257 out of 590 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 590 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 590 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 590 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For the price and location we could not have done better.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff was excellent. Very friendly and helpful. Very close to restaurants and other amenities. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Bobbi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! The staff was very helpful Clean room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Tony

Good location in town and Southern Black Hills. Size was nice. Breakfast was just okay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and helpful. Not enough parking.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was good, as well as check in/check out was quick and easy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dedelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is an ideal location to visit Custer State Park, and it is not too far away from Mt Rushmore. This hotel is a great value and even has a continental breakfast. It was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely friendly, accommodating, and professional. Got our time in Custer off to such a pleasant and relaxing start! Room was clean and the location was perfect for what we had planned during our visit to the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, this is a very solid budget choice if you want to stay in the Custer area. The room was pretty clean and had all the basic amenities. The washer and dryer worked well and the free breakfast had a decent amount of choice. The staff were also very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Misunderstanding on my part and the front staff were very helpful. The room was clean and quiet for sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

jozsef

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was good. Everything appeared clean and worked well. There is no elevator so had to drag bags up the stairs. Check in was a little disorganized. Staff was pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gaylynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and friendly staff along with a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is always a nice place to stay- the hotel is in good shape and it’s right down town Custer- easy to walk to restaurants and shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I good location to explore the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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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
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10/10 Excellent

cliff

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

Good stay

Room was clean and comfortable Staffing were very nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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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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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
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10/10 Excellent

Ning

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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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
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8/10 Good

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An older hotel with a basic breakfast. The stay was quiet and comfortable while we explored some of the black hills. The staff was helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay right in town. Very walkable to restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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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