Lantern Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in Milbank with free breakfast

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Stylish corridor with a reception desk, framed artwork, and lush greenery.
Commercial building with a flat roof and American flag, accessible via a covered walkway.
Two single beds, a dresser, and a desk with a chair are featured in this hotel room.
Enjoy a convenient kitchenette with a microwave, toaster, coffee maker, and storage for your essentials.
Welcome to the reception area, featuring a comfortable reception desk and a lush green wall.

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

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Room options

Standard Double Room, Courtyard View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Suite, Courtyard View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Single Room, Courtyard View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen 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 - 1.4 miles
  • Milbank Area Health Care Campus - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Big Stone Lake Museum - 22 min drive - 15.7 miles
  • Big Stone Lake - 35 min drive - 19.7 miles
  • Big Stone Lake State Park - 39 min drive - 25.4 miles

Getting around

  • Watertown, SD (ATY-Watertown Regional) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brass Rail - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Millstone Family Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Lantern Inn Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Lantern Motel

Motel in Milbank with free breakfast
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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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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

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
  • 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.

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.

Does Lantern Motel have a hot tub?

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

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.

Does Lantern Motel have connecting rooms?

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

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it. Great inexpensive place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Older property but the service is good. Second time staying, so obviously we would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Lantern Motel-Milbank

Simple-no frills motel. Clean room with no issues. Very friendly staff. Continental breakfast was available. No issues at all.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was very clean & inexpensive. It is a little dated & there were some very rowdy neighbors that sounded like they may break the door down.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erick Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erick Daniel

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Brad

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is an older motel but it was clean!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erick Daniel

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024