Lantern Motel

2.0 star property

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Lobby
Lobby sitting area
Standard Double Room, Courtyard View | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1010 S Dakota St, Milbank, SD, 57252
  • Place, Lake Farley Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Milbank Area Health Care Campus
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Big Stone Lake
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Single Room, Courtyard View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, Courtyard View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Suite, Courtyard View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Milbank

Located within a mile (2 km) of Lake Farley Park, Lantern Motel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Milbank Area Health Care Campus. This motel has 30 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Lake Farley Park - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Milbank Area Health Care Campus - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Big Stone Lake - 16 min drive - 13.8 miles
  • Big Stone Lake Museum - 18 min drive - 15.7 miles
  • Dakota Sioux Casino - 46 min drive - 50.0 miles

Getting around

  • Watertown, SD (ATY-Watertown Regional) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sly’s
  • ‪Brass rail - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Casey’s - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Habanero's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Lantern Motel

Guests staying at Lantern Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, free newspapers, and a vending machine. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and cable TV. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Microwaves and desks are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

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

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 15 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Dogs only
  • 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 15 per pet (varies based on length of 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Lantern Motel Motel
Lantern Motel Milbank
Lantern Motel Motel Milbank

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Lantern Motel?

Lantern Motel provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do near Lantern Motel?

This motel is located in Milbank, close to Lake Farley Park.

Is there parking available at Lantern Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Lantern Motel have a casino on the premises?

No, Lantern Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Lantern Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Lantern Motel?

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

Does Lantern Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Lantern Motel offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Lantern Motel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Lantern Motel for a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Lantern Motel?

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

Can I book a room with a balcony at Lantern Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Lantern Motel.

Lantern Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Bill

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

William

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean rooms and courteous staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Cindi

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, easy check-in. Clean, renovated room. Nice place for an older motel. Beds were comfortable. Continental breakfast was just okay. Great place for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Bill

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rashantae

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities
Nice staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Craig H

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice people…room spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Bill

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Sianneh

Business traveler
Clean room|friendly staff|
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Alfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No coffee cups the first day and no coffee after that. Limited front desk hours.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

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

Good stay

Breakfast was true continental. Bed was very good. Very good stay for the price. Economical way to spend a few days.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The people working at the motel were friendly and tried to help but motel maintenance definitely an issue. When we arrived, the key would not unlock the door. After they attempted other keys and other rooms, finally got into a room. The room was clean and ok, but in the morning realized even though the door was closed and seemed to lock, it was not locked. The window also would not lock.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was very basic, but it was clean, everything worked and the staff was pleasant. The shower was hot, the cable worked and place was quiet. But just to repeat, it's basic. It's good for a place to crash for the night and then head off to where ever your going. Would stay there again if in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Bill

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

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

8/10 Good

Bill

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was quick and easy. Getting directions was a bit difficult due to a language barrier. The jey needs to be pulled out of the room door about an 1/8-1/4 inch before it'll turn to unlock the door. For the price, its a great room in a great location. I'd definitely stay agin.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The motel has been updated and seemed very clean. Our room seemed quite moist as the carpet may have been recently shampooed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Allen

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

10/10 Excellent

Patti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love how simple it was to check in & out!! The fridge was a little noisy, but the bed was comfy and the room was quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice place to stay after a long days work in the sun all day!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and clean staff very friendly and helpful Breakfast disappointing only cold cereal with common use milk jugs and zero hot food
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025