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Econo Lodge Custer

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

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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
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 244 sq ft
  • 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
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
342 Mount Rushmore Rd, Custer, SD, 57730

What's nearby

  • 1881 Courthouse Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Grand Magic Show - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Harbach Centennial Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Big Rock Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rocky Knolls Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Baker's Bakery & Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Miner's Cup - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Purple Pie Place - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Frontier Bar And Grill - ‬3 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
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance
  • 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

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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

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
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
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Custer Econo Lodge
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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?

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. 187 out of 535 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 233 out of 535 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 535 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 535 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 535 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location downtown. Clean, spacious room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristal

Liked: Staff & service
The room smelled of smoke and the bathroom was very cramped. The location was perfect, though, and the staff was nice. The breakfast was ok and the rates were reasonable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was able to walk to shopping and restaurants. Hotel and room clean. Be sure to check out the Gold Pan Saloon! The oldest saloon in the Black Hills. Lots of taxidermy and warm, lodgy atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

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

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

6/10 Okay

James

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

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good staff Clean 2 Story motel with NO Elevator
Stayed 1 night in Sep 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

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rooms were clean. Front desk gals were very friendly when we checked in. We came pulling a trailer and they helped with parking overnight since there isnt room at the properrty. Very limited items if you're looking for breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Terry

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

Convenient and comfortable

Easy walking access to several dining options and easy drive to several local attractions....Crazy Horse, Mount Rushmore, and Custer State Park.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 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

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

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

Russell

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

10/10 Excellent

Ning

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

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

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

Kathie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

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