Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn

2.5 star property

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Business center
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Indoor pool, sun loungers
Free daily full breakfast
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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310 W Mount Rushmore Rd, Custer, SD, 57730
  • Place, French Creek Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, 1881 Courthouse Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Rocky Knolls Golf Course
    ‪14 min walk‬

Room options

Pet Friendly King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • City view
  • 392 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Microwave

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(47 reviews)
  • City view
  • 392 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • City view
  • 392 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 472 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 392 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

Suite, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • City view
  • 472 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 392 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 392 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 392 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(47 reviews)
  • City view
  • 392 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

2 Queen Beds,Non-Smoking,High Speed Internet Access,Microwave,Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 4

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 392 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

Mobility Accessible King Bed Room(Bathtub)

  • Sleeps 2

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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

  • French Creek Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Way Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • 1881 Courthouse Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Rocky Knolls Golf Course - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Gates Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Miner's Cup - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Frontier Bar And Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪VFW Post #3442 - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Skogen Kitchen - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn

Guests of Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn enjoy 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 securing valuables and luggage storage. 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.

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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

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Renewable energy used
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Some profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

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 used
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Some water is reused through 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
Custer Best Western
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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 13-minute walk from 1881 Courthouse Museum and also 12 minutes on foot from Rocky Knolls Golf Course. You'll also find Grand Magic Show and Way Park less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn?

As of Jun 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn on Jun 30, 2026 start from $114, including 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 Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. An electric car charging station and wheelchair-accessible parking 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.

Is Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an indoor pool plus some guestrooms include a city view and a fireplace.

Are there hot tubs at Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

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.

Are there connecting rooms at Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Are there rooms with balconies 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

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 439 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 367 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1003 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location. Rooms are older but adequate.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable, conveniently located and a good breakfast.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, bed and room in general.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

DEREK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access...nice breakfast...friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Roger

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

Great little hotel

Great little hotel we've stayed here a couple of times now never disappointed good location rooms are always clean and tidy breakfast is pretty decent and the staff is very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, clean rooms and helpful friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laurel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel is a good option if you are staying in the Custer area. It is close to several good restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

The room was nice and there a couple of restaurants that we could walk to eat.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
In town, parking right in front of my room, and breakfast every morning!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Great staff. Beautiful hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Will stay there again for sure
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ally

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean, pool was excellent, great breakfast. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tracee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with our stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Deetta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean updated and the staff was friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Linda J

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

Friendly staff, clean room!

Friendly staff, clean room, and very quiet! We would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

anneliese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The bed was very comfortable and the room was very clean!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel in nice area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher Franklin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay in Custer, decent breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025