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Lantern Inn

2.0 star property
Motel in Hill City with a seasonal outdoor pool

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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580 E. Main street, Hill City, SD, 57745
  • Place, Major Lake Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, 1880 Train
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum @ Black Hills Institute
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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

Traditional Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Traditional Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 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

  • Major Lake Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • 1880 Train - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Museum @ Black Hills Institute - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Things That Rock - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Granite Sports - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alpine Inn - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bumpin Buffalo Bar and Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪1885 Steakhouse and saloon - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Grapes and Grinds - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪High Country Guest Ranch - ‬8 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 barbecue grills. 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 a vending machine.
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.

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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

More

  • 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

More

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

Is there parking available 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, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

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 that I can book at Lantern Inn?

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

Lantern Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 291 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 291 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 291 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 291 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 291 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dianne, Zumbrota

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room quiet very nice people
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The entire interior was new. Very quiet. Cool amenities such as bbq(s) multiple. Staff is amazing!! I needed a park pass printed and the nice lady at the front desk printed it right up (after helping with formatting it). I booked the same day as arrival and she sent me my room entry code via text. Although her text was clear, I was tired and misread it. I called at 9:30 pm, she walked me through getting in and couldn’t have been nicer. Also, the Inn is right across the street from a great supermarket and the price of the room was fantastic. Super stay and a wonderful property!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

Love the black hills

Great place to stay. Very friendly owners
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean. Quiet, good value, nicely decorated, walking distance to Main St.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

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

8/10 Good

David

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

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were bicycling cross country and the staff was great to work with!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tina, Scandia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and the hosts were very friendly. I did not like that our room did not have a window it felt kind of like being in a cell it was small but again very clean and I would stay again. I am not fond of Hill City there is not much to do here but it is close to area attractions. Nothing to do at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Across the street from a nice grocery
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
driveway is not easy to see. Watch for the sign and turn quickly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tamra

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

Great value

The motel was dated but that’s what gave it its charm. Very clean & orderly. I would def go back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute cozy inn in a very convenient location. The bed was wonderful and room was very clean. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

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

8/10 Good

Cindy

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This worked out great for your group of 7 couples! We were all able to “hang out” at the end of the day. Fire pit area was nice also.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are clean, comfortable, and a good central local. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay! Amazing location, great room!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We spent two nights at the Lantern Inn and loved every minute! With the pool and the availability of a charcoal grill, we made dinner in the yard there while the kiddos enjoyed swimming. Staff was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Easy access

10 out of 10 I’ll stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

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

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Short drive to everything. Easy walk to downtown Hill City. Friendly staff, clean and nicely appointed room. I would absolutely stay here again and I highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The inn was conveniently located and reasonably priced as compared to similar properties in that local. The room was clean and quiet, however if you’re looking for a luxury, full service resort, look elsewhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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