Lodge at Palmer Gulch

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December 2024

January 2025

Executive Cabin, 4 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, Mountain View | Terrace/patio

Executive Cabin, 4 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, Mountain View | Iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Excellent

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Bar

Gym

Breakfast included

Pool

Pet-friendly

Explore the area

12620 HWY 244, Hill City, SD, 57745

Needles Highway
5 min drive
Horse Thief Lake
5 min drive
Black Hills National Forest
10 min drive
Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
45 min drive

Room options

Executive Cabin, 4 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, Mountain View

Mountain view
Sleeps 12
2 King Beds, 4 Single Beds and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Comfort Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, Annex Building

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Standard Double Room

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Double Room

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Executive Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Mountain View

Mountain view
Sleeps 8
1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Executive Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, Mountain View

Mountain view
Sleeps 8
1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Deluxe Room

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Similar properties

Pool

Hot tub

Breakfast included

Parking included

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

About this property

Family-friendly hotel with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools

This hotel features 2 restaurants, 2 outdoor pools and free water park access. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a fitness centre, a bar/lounge and a sauna are on-site.

Lodge at Palmer Gulch offers 61 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. In addition to a seasonal outdoor pool, other recreational amenities include a complimentary water park, Access to hot tub, a sauna and a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Lodge at Palmer Gulch. During your stay, you'll be close to Mount Rushmore. Enjoy features like free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.

Free continental breakfast served daily
Free WiFi
Free self-parking
Options for a bite to eat or a relaxing drink include 2 restaurants, a coffee shop and a bar/lounge
Splash around at the free water park with a waterslide or swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
Amenities include a business centre, 4 meeting rooms and conference space
On-site recreation includes a gym, a sauna and mini golf
Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
7 minutes by car from Mount Rushmore National Memorial and 8 minutes from Mount Rushmore
Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)

Lodge at Palmer Gulch offers its guests a complimentary water park, 2 outdoor swimming pools, a waterslide, and Access to hot tub. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby corner/local shop. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business centre and 4 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 500 square feet (46 square metres) and includes conference space. A children's pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a fitness centre are also featured at the family-friendly Lodge at Palmer Gulch. Free self parking is available.

Guests are served a free continental breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

The Peak Grill & Tap Room – This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

Turtle Town – This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available. Open daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
2 restaurants
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

The Peak Grill & Tap Room
Turtle Town

Family friendly

2 outdoor pools
Children's pool
Free cot
Free water park access
Grocery/convenience store
Laundry facilities
Mini golf
Playground
Pool gate
Waterslide

Conveniences

ATM
Gift shop/newsstand
Grocery/convenience store
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Vending machine

Guest services

Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

4 meeting rooms
500 square feet of conference space
Business centre

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
In a national park
In the mountains
Picnic area
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift
Pool hoist on site
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

1 building
3 floors
Banquet hall
Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Free cot

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board
Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets: USD 10.00 per pet, per day
Only dogs are allowed
Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.

Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

Resort fee (May 22 – September 06): USD 13.00 per accommodation, per night

The resort fee includes:

Additional inclusions
Business centre/computer access
Concierge service
Housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Newspaper
Partner property access
Partner property pool access
Pool access
Hot tub access
Sporting facilities or equipment

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Pet fee: USD 10.00 per pet, per day
Service animals are exempt from fees
Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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

The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM.
Guests will receive key retrieval information.

We should mention

The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
Up to 3 children aged 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Lodge Palmer Gulch Hill City

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Palmer Gulch Hill City

Palmer Gulch

The Lodge At Palmer Gulch Hotel Hill City

Hotel At Palmer Gulch

At Palmer Gulch Hotel

Lodge at Palmer Gulch Hotel

Lodge at Palmer Gulch Hill City

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Lodge at Palmer Gulch Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Travelled with family

23 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Its a great place for a family reunion.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

JOANN

Travelled with family and small children

22 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice place, but difficult to find as it has poor signage. It is actually a KOA.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Martin

Travelled with family

20 Aug 2024

Location was central to what we wanted to see. Info for booking didn't match. Black mold on ceiling in bathroom needs an updated. Service people were very helpful.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

19 Aug 2024

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

More dinner spot

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

19 Aug 2024

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children

17 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great place to stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeddie

Travelled with family

17 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Staff was friendly and the amenities are great.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

14 Aug 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with family

13 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Such a great experience! Would definitely stay again. Lots to do with kids, staff was friendly, clean, beautiful surroundings.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family

12 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The location is excellent and beautiful. The facilities have a ton of amenities, and great family features (pools, playgrounds, laundry, etc.).

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family

11 Aug 2024

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

Best Hotel in HIll City - Stay Multiple Days

During our vacation seeing Mt Rushmore and Crazy Horse, we stayed just one night at the Lodge. We wis h we would have stayed 2 to 3 nights. The hotel was amazing, the pool and outdoor activities was top notch, and the breakfast was super convenient and easy. We ended up booking a horse back riding activity (day of) and it was our kids favorite thing we did during our 10 day vacation. Our trail guides were super fun and engaging (both from Rochester >> one from NY and the other from MN). On our way back east from the Grand Tetons (we looped back to go to Custer which we did not see the first day we were in Hill City), our kids asked if we were going to stay at the KOA Lodge again -- they loved it so much. One thing to note, there were tons of Harley-Davidsons in the lot because this was duing the week of the Sturgis Rally. The Lodge offered a bike washing area for the riders which I thought was such a great and easy thing to offer. Loved seeing the extra effort.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

9 Aug 2024

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

Time and to install

Such a nice setting. The staff is so nice. Our room was ready when we arrived. Lots of amenities for the entire family. Our room was clean and had a cute balcony. We will be back!!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

TIMOTHY

9 Aug 2024

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

Nice place but no phone service.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laida

8 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Thank you

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family

8 Aug 2024

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very clean and bed was comfortable staff was friendly

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jacky

Travelled with family

8 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Lots to do, just so many people.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mandalyn

7 Aug 2024

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Travelled with family

6 Aug 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keila

6 Aug 2024

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Curtis

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Business traveller

5 Aug 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

No phone. No TV. No wifi. Staff refused to give a refund. A terrible experience and won’t be back.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal, Fife

Travelled with family

5 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

On site dining was great!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets

5 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice property that treats guests very well. The room was very nice and comfortable. It was convenient and offers many amenities. They do a nice job of making anything guests may want available. We enjoyed our stay and recommend the property.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

4 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This resort was amazing! So clean, beautiful, and lots to do for kids!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jue

4 Aug 2024

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

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Travelled with family and small children

4 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

My family really enjoyed the Lodge. We had fun in the pools, rock climbing wall and mini golf. The breakfast options at the lodge were lacking a bit but did the job. Beautiful area and very close to all the Rushmore Activities

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024