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Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort

2.5 star property
Beach lodge near Sylvan Lake

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Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
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9.0

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24572 Highway 87, Custer, SD, 57730
  • Popular LocationSylvan Lake10 min walk
  • Popular LocationNeedles Highway9 min drive
  • Popular LocationCrazy Horse Memorial26 min drive
  • AirportRapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)58 min drive

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Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Valley View | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Premium Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Valley View

  • 800 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Hill View | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Hill View

  • 375 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Custer

Sylvan Lake is a short stroll from Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort, and other popular attractions like Custer State Park are within a couple of miles (3 km). This 67-room lodge welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Sylvan Lake - 10 min walk
  • Needles Eye - 4 min drive
  • Needles Highway - 9 min drive
  • Mount Rushmore - 22 min drive
  • Crazy Horse Memorial - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • The preferred airport is Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP): 58-min drive, 44.1 mi/70.9 km.

Restaurants

  • Alpine Inn - 14 min drive
  • Buglin' Bull Restaurant and Sports Bar - 13 min drive
  • Purple Pie Place - 15 min drive
  • Gold Pan Saloon - 13 min drive
  • Laughing Water Restaur - 18 min drive

About this property

Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort

Beach lodge near Sylvan Lake
Renovated in 2022, Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort features coffee in a common area, an ATM, and wedding services. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. Other amenities at this beach lodge include a convenience store, a fireplace in the lobby, and a banquet hall.
30-inch flat-screen TVs offer entertainment. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and free local calls are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available for a fee: USD 17 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Paddleboard
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Shopping
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (40 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1930
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - May 2022
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 18 and May 2.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • 3 percent destination fee will be charged
  • Administrative fee: USD 1 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 17 per person

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-2:00 AM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Lake Sylvan
Lake Sylvan Lodge
Sylvan Lake
Sylvan Lake Custer
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort?

Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort?

As of Jun 1, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort on Jun 2, 2024 start from $189.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see within easy reach of Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort?

This lodge is located in Custer, just steps from Sylvan Lake. You'll also find Custer State Park and Needles Eye within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the lodge.

Does Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort have a casino?

No, Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort?

No, there is no indoor pool at this lodge.

Is Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this lodge, including a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms feature fireplaces.

Does Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this lodge.

Does Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort serves breakfast (local cuisine) each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort though service animals are welcome.

Does Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort have connecting rooms?

No, this lodge doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort?

The closest major airport to Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort is Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP), which is about 28.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort?

Yes, some guestrooms at this lodge offer either a furnished balcony or a furnished patio where guests can enjoy valley or hill views.

Does Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort host weddings?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort.

Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Elizabeth, Sioux Falls

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
We attended a wedding on this property and we had higher expectations for the hotel considering the high price. The area is beautiful and the staff is very friendly and attentive. The price is exorbitant considering the condition of the hotel and the tv's have limited channels and were NOT High Definition, just like the old days. The food in the dining room was not worth the price tag.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant was winding down for the season so the servers were actually housekeeping staff and they were out of most of the wines that we wanted.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

MICHELLE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sylvan Lake Lodge A+++
Amazing place to stay with views from every angle. The rooms was beautiful and just redone. The restaurant dinner was delicious!! We will definitely come back. Simply 5+++Stars in our opinion.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arvidene

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff service was great Ice Machine was not available / Broken
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

AIDAN, FOREST CITY

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location.

10/10 Excellent

mary

Everyone was friendly and helpful. Great place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Victor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Bedding was great and room was clean Hotel has renovations going on only down fall
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Superb location. The dining room was not good and very expensive. The dining room and bar closed at 8 pm which is ridiculous. The room had no headboards and only one nightstand between the beds. No reading lights either. For a place that charges a premium amount for everything they didn’t come through. That said it’s a beautiful area and the hiking trails are great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023