WIND CAVE NATIONAL PARK 26611 Hwy . 385 , Hot Springs • 605-745-4600 • nps . gov / wica Wind Cave is the third longest cave in the United States and the sixth longest in the world . The park has a large surface area and is home to bison , prairie dogs , antelope , elk , coyote , mule and white tailed-deer . This is a fantastic park for morning hikes , wildlife photography , or camping at the Elk Mountain Campground . There are over 30 miles of hiking trails that meander through the open prairie and Ponderosa Pine forests . Wind Cave is a gem for wildlife viewing !
WORLD FOSSIL FINDER MUSEUM , LLC 719 Jensen Hwy ., Hot Springs • 605-745-5007 worldfossilfindermuseum . com • garciadebby @ yahoo . com The World Fossil Finder Museum is not your typical fossil museum but a museum with several worldwide first fossil discoveries . Featuring the famous Tylosaurus “ Debby Sue ” and our Large Mastodon “ Christina .” We are a family friendly museum that wants to inspire and educate children and adults to enjoy learning about the natural wonders of the world .
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BAVARIAN INN 855 N . Fifth St ., Custer • 605-961-0203 bavarianinnsd . com • service @ bavarianinnsd . com With a unique blend of European influences , the Bavarian Inn offers a serene contrast to the Wild West . 64 rooms , fast free Wi-Fi , indoor and outdoor heated pools , hot tub , pickleball court , basketball court and an uplifting morning cafe .
BEST WESTERN BUFFALO RIDGE INN 310 W . Mt . Rushmore Road , Custer • 605-673-2275 • 605-574-1200 custerhospitality . com • bestwestern @ custerhospitality . com A truly exceptional value , Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn provides endless comfort with access to endless adventure . Our hotel offers everything you need to travel well — a warm welcome , a rewarding stay , free WiFi , complimentary breakfast and throughtful amenities like an indoor pool and seating area .
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CHALET MOTEL 933 Mt . Rushmore Rd ., Custer • 605-673-2393 chaletmotelcuster . com • info @ chaletmotelcuster . com Cozy , vintage motel . Parking next to room . Continental breakfast and Wi-Fi . Located two blocks from dining , shopping and entertainment in downtown Custer .
CHIEF MOTEL 120 Mt . Rushmore Rd ., Custer • 605-673-2318 chiefmotel . com • chiefmot @ gwtc . net Family owned and operated . Custer ’ s largest indoor pool . Hot tub , sauna , free Wi-Fi ; in-room coffee , microwave and refrigerator in every room
COMFORT INN & SUITES 339 W . Mt . Rushmore Rd ., Custer • 605-673-3221 • 605-574-1200 custerhospitality . com • comfortinn @ custerhospitality . com Award-winning , newly renovated hotel with mountain views and conveniently located only minutes from top attractions - Comfort Inn will get you rested and ready for anything . Included in your reservation are all the convenient amenities that you need for your action-packed trip to the Black Hills . New patio with outdoor seating and firepit .
DAYS INN OF CUSTER Hwy . 16 / 385 • 519 Crook St ., Custer • 605-673-4500 • Reservations : 800-DaysIn info @ blackhillsdaysinn . com wyndhamhotels . com / days-inn / custer-south-dakota 48 spacious rooms and suites , in-room coffee , expanded continental breakfast .
EO BUNGALOWS 28 N . Seventh St ., Custer • 605-939-3388 • eobungalows . com hello @ feelgoodhospitality . com Private bungalows located in downtown Custer . Treat yourself to an award-winning Purple Bed , Nectar Pillows and a steam shower . You deserve it !
ECONOLODGE 342 Mt . Rushmore Road , Custer • 605-673-4400 custerhospitality . com • econolodge @ custerhospitality . com The EconoLodge Custer provides a hotel experience that simplifies travel at a great rate . Amenities : Continental breakfast , Wi-Fi , coffee maker , fridge , guest laundry , indoor pool . Gold Award Winner and AAA approved .
HILLS INN 640 S . Sixth St ., Hot Springs • 605-745-3130 hotspringshillsinn . com • putt4fun @ gwtc . net Looking for the perfect place to stay during your trip to the Black Hills ? Hot Springs Hills Inn has everything you ’ re looking for ! Within walking distance to downtown restaurants & shops . Clean , comfortable rooms ; flat screen TVs ; free high-speed internet ; free mini golf ; full continental breakfast ; fridge & microwave ; recliners and hair dryers ; outdoor heated pool ; at door parking ; guest laundry ; coffee maker in room . On-site Tesla charging for guests .
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES 433 W . Mt . Rushmore Rd ., Custer • 605-673-2500 custerhospitality . com • holidayinncuster @ custerhospitality . com At Holiday Inn Express & Suites , we keep it simple and smart because there ’ s always more to explore in Custer . This newly remodeled hotel has everything you ’ d want out of a hotel stay - thoughtful amenities , complimentary breakfast , free wifi , indoor pool , hot tub , and fitness center . At Holiday Inn - you ’ re minutes away from top attractions so you can skip the long trip and get right to the good stuff .
ROCKET MOTEL , LLC 211 Mt . Rushmore Rd ., Custer • 605-673-4401 rocketmotel . com • rocketman @ gwtc . net Family-owned , clean , comfortable rooms ; two-bedroom units available .
SHADY REST MOTEL & CABINS 238 Gordon St ., Custer • 605-673-4478 • 605-440-2509 shady-rest-motel . com • johndvorak777 @ yahoo . com Historic cabins with modern amenities , knotty pine interiors , fully furnished kitchenettes , very clean and family oriented , nestled in the pines , within walking distance of downtown businesses . Big Rock Park and hiking behind the cabins , city park across the street . Great view of Black Elk Peak and the Needles . Hot tub , wireless internet , pool privileges three blocks away . Pets welcome in cabins with additional fee .
Serving the Southern Hills and the State of South Dakota
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