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Lodge at Palmer Gulch

2.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools

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Aerial view
2 outdoor pools
Terrace/patio
Deluxe Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
2 restaurants, lunch served
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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12620 HWY 244, Hill City, SD, 57745
  • Popular LocationNeedles Highway5 min drive
  • Popular LocationMount Rushmore National Memorial7 min drive
  • Popular LocationMount Rushmore8 min drive
  • AirportRapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)45 min drive

Room options

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

Executive Cabin, 4 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 12
  • 2 King Beds, 4 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Comfort Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, Annex Building | Terrace/patio

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

9.6/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

9.2/10 Wonderful
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Terrace/patio

Executive Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Mountain View

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

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Terrace/patio

Executive Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, Mountain View

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

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Standard Room | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

9.4/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Hill City

Lodge at Palmer Gulch places you within a 10-minute drive of popular sights such as Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Mount Rushmore. This 61-room hotel has 2 outdoor pools along with a free water park and 2 restaurants.

What's nearby

  • Needles Highway - 5 min drive
  • Horse Thief Lake - 5 min drive
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 7 min drive
  • Mount Rushmore - 8 min drive
  • Black Elk Peak - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • The preferred airport is Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP): 45-min drive, 33.5 mi/53.9 km.

Restaurants

  • Cruizzers - 17 min drive
  • Alpine Inn - 9 min drive
  • Sick N Twisted Brewing Co. - 11 min drive
  • Ruby House Restaurant - 17 min drive
  • Pizzeria Mangiamo - 9 min drive

About this property

Lodge at Palmer Gulch

Family-friendly hotel with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools
Guests of Lodge at Palmer Gulch have access to 2 outdoor pools, a free water park, and a children's pool. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff can help with tours or tickets, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include a gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Other amenities include free local calls, hair dryers, and ironing boards.
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, a spa tub, a sauna, and a fitness center.

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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Basketball
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Free water park
  • Gym
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Spa tub
  • Volleyball
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Free crib
  • 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 center

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.
  • Elevator
  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • 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 available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 10.00 per pet, per day
  • Dogs only
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 3 kids 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee (May 22 - September 06): USD 13.00 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Business center/computer access
  • Concierge service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Newspaper
  • Partner property access
  • Partner property pool access
  • Pool access
  • Spa tub access
  • Sporting facilities or equipment

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.

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

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
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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. 
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from May to September.

Property is also known as

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At Palmer Gulch Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of Lodge at Palmer Gulch?

Guests enjoy the hotel's location in Hill City based on their ratings, and it's close to Mount Rushmore, Mount Rushmore National Memorial, and Sylvan Lake. You'll also find Black Hills National Forest and Needles Highway within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Lodge at Palmer Gulch?

As of Jun 1, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lodge at Palmer Gulch on Jun 2, 2024 start from $173.91, 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.

Is there parking available at Lodge at Palmer Gulch?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Lodge at Palmer Gulch feature a casino at the property?

No, Lodge at Palmer Gulch doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Lodge at Palmer Gulch?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools and a spa tub. The seasonal pool is normally open from May until September.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Lodge at Palmer Gulch?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including 2 outdoor pools and a bar plus some guestrooms feature fireplaces.

Are there hot tubs at Lodge at Palmer Gulch?

Yes, this hotel has a spa tub.

Does Lodge at Palmer Gulch feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Lodge at Palmer Gulch has 2 restaurants, and serves free continental breakfast each morning.

Does Lodge at Palmer Gulch allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Lodge at Palmer Gulch for a fee of USD 10.00 per pet, per day.

Does Lodge at Palmer Gulch have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Lodge at Palmer Gulch?

The closest major airport to Lodge at Palmer Gulch is Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP), which is about 25.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Lodge at Palmer Gulch?

Yes, some guestrooms at Lodge at Palmer Gulch offer a deck and may feature mountain views.

Lodge at Palmer Gulch Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 412 out of 763 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 222 out of 763 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 763 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 763 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 763 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Josephine

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay was non existent: the place was closed for the winter months. No sign of life and no one to even answer a phone call!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were there in the off season but it was quiet and beautiful. We were able to grill and spend time in the hot tub. It was close to all the major sites we wanted to visit. It was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Holly K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Unsure
It was the host hotel for the Crazy Horse Marathon and provided shuttle bus to and from the race. The road getting there was under construction, the pool, restaurants, bar, hot tub…were all closed! Internet was not available I imagine if I was there when everything was open…during the summer… it would be a fabulous place to spend time! As for me…running a race…I would have preferred to be downtown with restaurants and other amenities available!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The clerk was absolutely fabulous. She was so pleasant and friendly. Gave us great directions and possible things to see. The property is so awesome. I would definitely stay here again. So much to offer - Campground, cabins, resort. Pickle ball court, pool outside. Loved it here, wish our plans would have allowed us to stay longer. Maybe next time!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Tony

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
We picked Palmer Gulch because they allow dogs. It was nice to have a balcony with our room. Unfortunately, some of the stores and restaurants associated with the hotel was closed for the season. I was disappointed with breakfast and the prepackaged food options that I am not able to eat.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Chance

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023