Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Rocky Knolls Golf Course

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Exterior
Indoor pool, sun loungers
Exterior
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
310 W Mount Rushmore Rd, Custer, SD, 57730
  • 1881 Courthouse Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Crazy Horse Memorial
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Sylvan Lake
    ‪17 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (1st Floor;Pet Friendly)

  • 392 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

  • 472 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

  • 392 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

  • 392 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

  • 392 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 392 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Microwave

  • 392 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 472 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

  • 392 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Microwave

  • 392 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 392 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Custer

Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn places you within a 15-minute stroll of popular sights such as Rocky Knolls Golf Course and 1881 Courthouse Museum. This 88-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, an indoor pool, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • 1881 Courthouse Museum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Rocky Knolls Golf Course - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Custer State Park - 13 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Crazy Horse Memorial - 14 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Sylvan Lake - 17 min drive - 9.4 miles

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Baker's Bakery & Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Purple Pie Place - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Buglin' Bull Restaurant and Sports Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Miner's Cup - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn

Hotel with free breakfast, near Rocky Knolls Golf Course
Renovated in 2020, Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn offers an indoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a 24-hour business center. Free parking is available if you drive. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with luggage storage and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers an off-leash area. Additional amenities include a computer station, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
32-inch LED TVs come with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool.

Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: High-speed internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 2 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - August 2020
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 2 and April 25.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 35 per accommodation, per night
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (80 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • An off-leash area is available
  • 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

  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 35 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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, debit cards, and cash
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

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, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property uses a grey water recycling system.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Best Western Buffalo Ridge
Best Western Buffalo Ridge Custer
Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn
Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn Custer
Best Western Buffalo Ridge Hotel Custer
Best Western Custer
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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn?

This hotel is located in Custer, a short 12-minute walk from Rocky Knolls Golf Course and also 12 minutes on foot from 1881 Courthouse Museum. You'll also find Grand Magic Show and Way Park less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn include a casino?

No, Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an indoor pool plus some guestrooms include fireplaces and city views.

Are there hot tubs at Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn?

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

Does Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn offers free full breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn for a fee of USD 35 per accommodation, per night. The property also provides an off-leash area.

Does Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn.

Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 397 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 389 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 146 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1006 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Pati

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Walter

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Dan, Overland Park

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good. Some rooms are very far from the office. Staff was really nice and helpful. The tv was on the same switch as the light switch? weird. But overall a good stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

gerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Better breakfast than most. Very attentive staff at breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

bob

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

Our stay at Buffalo Ridge

Room was clean. Housekeeping offered if asked for. Breakfast look good, although we are not breakfast eaters. Everyone was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Joy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice, Vining

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was awesome, breakfast was different everyday except for the staples, which was nice. The staff all very nice and helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Dorian

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Steven

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Bathroom is super small and AC did not cool room. Would not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

mahendrakumar

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is very good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Kathy, Clarendon Hills

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Kathy, Clarendon Hills

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Room small, bath small and could be cleaner, breakfast could be better . Smokers too close to building .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nina

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

GREAT place & breakfast!!!

We stayed two nights to go to Rushmore, etc. Got this motel because of good reviews. SO GLAD I did! Breakfasts were the BEST ever!! The sweet little lady (we assumed she plans the food)was awesome! Bed was soft, room was clean. Parked rt in front of the door. If we ever return will stay here for sure & will recommend u too. Also the Captains was nice too.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Edward

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Need to be renovated. Mold in shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Beautiful place to stay

When we needed extra items (towels.. coffee ..toilet paper) they gave it to us right away. Very friendly staff…very clean room .
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Carmen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Lighting in the ba was terrible. Carpet should be

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Pamela

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

james

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

caryl

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The handicap room was very nice but the breakfast was not to appeatizing so we had to go elsewhere
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I made a mistake when booking reservations and only booked one night when I needed two. It was a busy holiday weekend, but the staff was great about juggling some availability and we were able to stay in the same room another night. I appreciate them working hard to help us have a wonderful vacation.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024