Ponderosa Pines

2.0 star property
Hotel in Lead with free parking

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Single Room | Free WiFi
Exterior
Free WiFi
Double Room | Free WiFi
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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705 Glendale Dr, Lead, SD, 57754
  • Place, Living Map Theater
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Historic Homestake Opera House
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Homestake Gold Mine
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Single Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room

  • 550 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Triple Room

  • 550 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Double Room

  • 550 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 550 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Basic Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Lead

Within a short walk of Living Map Theater, Ponderosa Pines is within a mile (2 km) of Black Hills Mining Museum. This 5-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Living Map Theater - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Historic Homestake Opera House - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Black Hills Mining Museum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Homestake Gold Mine - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Sanford Lab Homestake Visitor Center - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Silverado Franklin Historic Hotel & Gaming Complex - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sick-N-Twisted Brewery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Boars Nest - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lewies Saloon & Eatery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dakota Shivers Brewery - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Ponderosa Pines

Hotel in Lead with free parking
Free parking is included with your stay.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Microwaves and hair dryers are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around Ponderosa Pines?

This hotel is located in Lead within a short 9-minute walk of Living Map Theater. You'll also find Black Hills National Forest and Main Street within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Ponderosa Pines?

As of Jan 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ponderosa Pines on Jan 12, 2026 start from $71.1, 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.

Will I be able to park at Ponderosa Pines?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Ponderosa Pines feature a casino at the property?

No, Ponderosa Pines doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Ponderosa Pines?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does Ponderosa Pines have a hot tub?

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

Does Ponderosa Pines have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Ponderosa Pines doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Ponderosa Pines allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Ponderosa Pines for a fee of USD 50 per pet, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Ponderosa Pines?

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

Are there rooms with balconies at Ponderosa Pines?

Yes, some guestrooms at Ponderosa Pines offer a furnished balcony and may feature mountain views.

Ponderosa Pines Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 68 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Sara

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room had apparently been worked on prior to our stay and was not cleaned before we arrived. We ended up canceling our entire stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Staff & service
Glean comfortable room. Fairly priced.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was a rustic , old cabin . although rustic the cabin had modern amenities and was more then adequate. The cabin was a lot larger then anticipated . Clean and comfortable. The owners where very nice and very accommodating. Definitely worth checking out .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David P

Nice little place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a room with double beds. Mattresses were terrible, pretty sure we were laying on the box spring. Property itself is very nice, rooms were clean and well lit.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aubrey

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was just a nice place to stay. Fairly even being next to the road. Clean. More than 2 coffee pods! Bonus!! I like that I can park my bike right in front of the unit. Not the Hilton. But for the price it’s pretty top notch. A few minor nit picks. Nothing significant enough to list. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is close to everything and far enough away to not be affected by the busyness that is Lead and Deadwood. I love being near the woods and mountains but where it is quiet and peaceful. This is a no frills, down to earth kind of place and I love it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Al

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Mixed

It was very echo friendly cuz there was very little hot water flow in the shower.!?!? The hair dryer didn't work. It was almost impossible to drain sink. No one to check us in and we did not notice the email prior. However, the room was quiet, charming and homing. The location was good. PS instruction would be helpful at coffee maker.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lora

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

8/10 Good

Gabriel

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

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

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lilly

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Clean and quiet relaxing cabins. Pet friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

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

Cute cabins

Comfortable bed. Clean. Would be nice to have a small table and chairs in the room. We stayed in #14 outlets by the bed were loose but did work for charging our phones. Would stay again Saw a deer close by in the morning ! Had to try a few times to get in. Finally tried the check mark before 4#’s
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle L

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would like to see a few more amenities, toaster, dishes. Extra blankets for cabin, closet area. Overall, we have stayed there 4 years in a row. It was our first time in the cabin, we liked the cabin best.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

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

Awesome.

Was so great that we booked another night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

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

Do yourself a favor and book it!

GREAT cozy place to spend your time while you experiance the Black Hills. Broken Boot gold mine is just down the street and its minutes away from Deadwood and downtown Lead.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brittney

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

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

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

Convenient location by Lead/Deadwood

We stayed in cabin #5, there was 3 bedrooms with queen size beds in each room. Nothing fancy but very comfortable. There was a microwave and mini fridge but be aware of no cooking facilities or dishes. This worked fine for us as we had cereal and donuts for breakfast and we made sandwiches and had snacks in the evening when we got back from sightseeing for the day. There is a bbq grill but no utensils to use. We were still able to bbq hot dogs with what we had with. There is a grocery store and gas station less then a 1/4 mile away. Parking was directly in front of cabin. Cons: no end tables or night stands, no washclothes but lots of towels.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Business traveler, Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was fairly clean, but old / run down. No staff onsite. No cleaning services offered / available during our stay. Limited amount of clean towels were provided at the beginning of the stay, however, nothing additional provided. This was our first time staying at this property. While it worked for our needs at the time, I'd prefer to spend the money on a nicer room with additional amenities. Staff / communication was via email or text only.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I was pleasantly surprised on how clean this cabin was. Some of the outlets need replaced as my charger wouldn't stay plugged in but other than that it was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

sally

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

Quiet Cabin for Sturgis

I really enjoyed this little cabin in the woods. It was quiet despite Sturgis and all the motorcycles going by!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025