Lodge at Palmer Gulch

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Scored 8.7
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.2

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities including free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and balconies with mountain views. Dining and Leisure: The family-friendly restaurant offers American cuisine with vegetarian and gluten-free options. Guests can relax in the sauna, sun terrace, seasonal outdoor pool, or hot tub. Additional facilities include a fitness room, outdoor fireplace, and children’s playground. Convenient Location: Located in Hill City, the hotel is 10 km from Mount Rushmore and 53 km from Rapid City Regional Airport. Nearby attractions include Crazy Horse Memorial (16 km) and Black Hills National Forest (17 km).

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free private parking available at the hotel

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 double beds
2 double beds
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
2 single beds
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
4 single beds
and
2 extra-large double beds
and
1 bunk bed
and
1 sofa bed
2 double beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

David
Canada Canada
“Nice Clean Rooms- Good Breakfast- Great Place to stay .”
Amy
United States United States
“Lots to do around the lodge (basketball court, pickleball, pool, mini golf, corn hole)”
Mark
United States United States
“The room was large and very nice. The location was close to everything and since we were off season, there was no issues with traffic or crowds.”
Myrtle
United States United States
“Very clean. Coffee 24-7 nice continental breakfast. Didn’t have to find somewhere for breakfast each day.”
Barbara
United States United States
“Excellent location in the Black Hills! Beautiful property with many amenities.”
Gary
United States United States
“Clean, quiet, comfy. Everyone was so friendly and accommodating. Breakfast was great every morning that we stayed. We definitely will stay here again!”
Cindy
United States United States
“Nicest KOA ever. We stayed in the lodge to take a break from camping. It was a very good experience”
Laszlo
United States United States
“It was very close to Mount Rushmore. It was clean and cozy.”
Pam
United States United States
“Location was easy to access and BEAUTIFUL Facility was exceptionally well kept Staff was obnoxiously friendly and helpful Restaurant and ice cream parlor were clean and food was tasty and not overly expensive”
Doris
United States United States
“Room was nice, beds were comfortable. WIFI was spotty but most of the time worked (even if a little slow).”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

2 restaurants on site
The Peak Grill & Taproom
  • Cuisine
    American
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Gluten-free
The Prospector Tent
  • Cuisine
    American
  • Open for
    Breakfast
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Modern

House rules

Lodge at Palmer Gulch takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Extra bed upon request
US$10 per child, per night
Cot upon request
US$10 per child, per night
4+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$10 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the restaurants in this property are only open from May 15th until September 30th.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.