Lantern Inn

Motel in Hill City with a seasonal outdoor pool

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Traditional Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Air conditioning

Explore the area

580 E. Main street, Hill City, SD, 57745

Place, 1880 Train
‪10 min walk‬
Place, Prairie Berry Winery
‪5 min drive‬
Place, Needles Highway
‪7 min drive‬
Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
‪54 min drive‬

Room options

Traditional Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Exceptional

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Traditional Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Exceptional

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

Excellent

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Traditional Room

Exceptional

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Hill City

Lantern Inn places you next to Major Lake Park and within a 10-minute walk of Civilian Conservation Corps Museum. The 18 rooms at this motel include coffee makers and flat-screen TVs.

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What's nearby

1880 Train - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
Naked Winery - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
Prairie Berry Winery - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
Needles Highway - 7 min drive - 4.8 miles
Mount Rushmore - 19 min drive - 9.9 miles

Getting around

Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Peak Grill And Tap Room - ‬9 min drive
‪Alpine Inn - ‬11 min walk
‪Lost Cabin Brewery and Beer Garden - ‬15 min walk
‪Bumpin' Buffalo - ‬11 min walk
‪Grapes and Grinds - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Lantern Inn

Motel in Hill City with a seasonal outdoor pool

Guests of Lantern Inn enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a vending machine. You'll find limited parking. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing. Additional amenities include a picnic area and barbecue grills.

Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers are also included. Housekeeping is available on request.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

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

Similar properties

Pool
Hot Tub
Breakfast included
Pet friendly

$109 nightly

Oct 22 - Oct 23

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

Things to do

Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

Pool gate
Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

Limited-hour front desk
Vending machine

Guest services

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

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Picnic area

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only

2 floors
3 buildings
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.75 percent for credit card payments

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Guests arriving outside of regular check-in hours can use the exterior telephone number for check-in assistance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.00 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 35.00 per night
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.75 percent

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted

Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers limited parking, along with free 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

The seasonal pool is open from June to September.
There are no elevators.
No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Lantern Inn Hill City

Lantern Hill City

Lantern Inn Motel

Lantern Inn Hill City

Lantern Inn Motel Hill City

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Lantern Inn?

Lantern Inn offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see close to Lantern Inn?

Located steps from Major Lake Park, this motel is in Hill City, and within a 10-minute walk of 1880 Train and Civilian Conservation Corps Museum. You'll also find South Dakota State Railroad Museum and Granite Sports less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Lantern Inn?

Yes, there is free RV/bus/truck parking available. You'll find a max of 1 space per unit.

Does Lantern Inn include a casino on the premises?

No, Lantern Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Lantern Inn?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from June until September.

Does Lantern Inn have a hot tub?

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

Does Lantern Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Lantern Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Lantern Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Lantern Inn though service animals are welcome.

Does Lantern Inn have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Lantern Inn?

The closest major airport to Lantern Inn is Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP), which is about 26.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Lantern Inn?

No, at Lantern Inn, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Lantern Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Good

Patricia

Sep 8, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Across the street from a nice grocery

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

GayLynn

Traveled with family

Jul 5, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Wonderful stay! Thank you!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANN

Jul 3, 2025

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

Nice owners

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Traveled with partner

Jul 2, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Great hosts. Small little property. Recently remodeled. Small clean rooms. Not the Hilton, but great location for exploring the Black Hills.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

ANN

Jul 1, 2025

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

Nice stay

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Traveled with partner

Jun 30, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The sheets were bright white, and the bed was comfortable.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, tollhouse

Traveled with family

Jun 28, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

friendly service, told you up front that they would not be entering your room unless you needed service. small but perfect rooms.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

VaLynda, Aberdeen

Traveled with family

Jun 23, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Owners were very friendly. Supplied a fan for my grandson to use. Pool was very clean. Accessible to walk to downtown Hill City.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brady

Traveled with partner

Jun 21, 2025

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

Owners are super friendly. Property is very clean and located near the Mickelson Trail. We thought the price was a great value!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

kenneth

Traveled with family

Jun 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Excellent old time motel with great owners!!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Jun 20, 2025

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

Our stay here was great. The room was very clean. We were trailering a motorcycle- and there was an area to park your trailer. Would definitely come back to this hotel if in the area.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Mike

Jun 20, 2025

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

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B

Traveled with group

Jun 20, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Smells of smoke

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ingrid

Traveled with partner

Jun 18, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very friendly staff. Great home base for the Black Hills.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Traveled with partner

Jun 15, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

In just the spot we wanted to be. Close to all of the national parks and monuments we were there to visit.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Jun 7, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Clean room and the property itself were well maintained. Close and convenient to all things in Hill City. Staff were friendly as well. My only knock on the room was the walls were a bit thin as I could sometimes hear the tenants in the room next to mine. However, I never heard them enough to bother or inconvenience my experience at the Lantern Inn. I'd definitely consider staying there again on my next visit to the Black Hills.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025