Econo Lodge Custer

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Black Hills National Forest

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Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(48 reviews)
  • 244 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Custer

Econo Lodge Custer places you next to Grand Magic Show and Way Park. This 45-room hotel has a 24-hour gym, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • 1881 Courthouse Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Rocky Knolls Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Custer State Park - 12 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Crazy Horse Memorial - 14 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Sylvan Lake - 16 min drive - 8.9 miles

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Baker's Bakery & Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Miner's Cup - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Purple Pie Place - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Black Hills Burger & Bun CO - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Econo Lodge Custer

Hotel with free parking, near Black Hills National Forest
At Econo Lodge Custer, guests have access to a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a computer station, and express check-in.
Guests can expect 27-inch TVs with cable channels and pay movies, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Coffee makers, free local calls, and hair dryers are other standard amenities. Limited housekeeping is available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 27-inch TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 1 and May 1.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-7 AM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck 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. 
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No alcohol is served at Econo Lodge Custer.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Econo Lodge Custer Hotel
Econo Lodge Custer
Custer Econo Lodge
Econo Lodge Custer Hotel
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Econo Lodge Custer Hotel Custer

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Econo Lodge Custer?

Econo Lodge Custer provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see around Econo Lodge Custer?

This hotel is located in Custer, just steps from Grand Magic Show and 1881 Courthouse Museum, and within a short walk of Way Park. You'll also find French Creek Park and Big Rock Park less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Econo Lodge Custer?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does Econo Lodge Custer have a casino?

No, Econo Lodge Custer doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Econo Lodge Custer?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Econo Lodge Custer?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free Internet access as well as a 24-hour fitness facility and a 24-hour front desk.

Does Econo Lodge Custer have a hot tub?

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

Does Econo Lodge Custer feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Econo Lodge Custer doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Econo Lodge Custer allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Econo Lodge Custer.

Are there connecting rooms at Econo Lodge Custer?

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

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Econo Lodge Custer?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Econo Lodge Custer.

Reviews

Econo Lodge Custer Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 187 out of 535 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 233 out of 535 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 535 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 535 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 535 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is on main street near shopping and restaurants. We parked our car and walked everywhere. The breakfast is really nothing to write home about. However, there are breakfast restaurants close by. The rooms are dated but since the location is great, we didn't really mind. The biggest drawback is there is no elevator. Would stay here again for confience sake.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Double bed in my room. The room was clean, the bed was so comfortable. Very relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent. Well run, friendly and affordable. Very convenient location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

milton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Private and service available when needed
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathryn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The breakfast waffles are not the kind you make yourself; they are the dry, tasteless toaster version. The rest of the breakfast offerings were minimal. In the room, the air conditioner is designed to be at floor level. Instead it is placed above your head, with the controls facing the ceiling. To adjust, you need to stand on a chair and use a flashlight. I never understand why breakfast must close at exactly 9 am when the check out isn't until 11. We're on vacation; no need to get up early. Would not stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Traveled with family

Average place..

It was an average stay, the place was not extremely anything. Central to the town, close to many things, the lady who checked us in was nice. Older place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a straightforward and budget friendly hotel. Downtown Custer was all within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The property itself was good, slapped in the middle of downtown Custer, the issue was the staff, they kept calling me about random stuff, at first it was Ok but then it just started to get annoying.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Vickie

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Nice place to stay air conditioner could use a little work noisy staff nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Marion

Business traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan, Highlands Ranch

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Descent place to stay in the area right on Main Street
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Doreen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious rooms and the staff at the desk and in the lodge were very courteous and helpful. Location is very convenient for everything happening around Custer and the Crazy Horse memorial and Mt Rushmore too . Watch for wildlife on the roads . Thx
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you plan on riding the Mickelson Trail, the Econo Lodge is a perfect location thats very convenient. They prepared hard boiled eggs on the morning of our rides.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary An

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The staff was very nice and friendly. The only negatives were the lack of an elevator and the dirty carpets in the hallway, but breakfast was good. The hotel is near a shopping center, stores, and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Hoang, Fremont

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The bed sheet was so dirty and the room. I got bugs bit all over my body!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

karen

Liked: Staff & service
1)No early check in 2)Key card wasn’t programmed for my 4day stay-annoying not having it work every time during my stay 3) quick response for tub not draining 4) no peanut butter at breakfast until 5th morning 5) cleaning team very responsive if I needed something
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025