American Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel in Murdo with free parking

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Lobby
Standard Room | Individually decorated, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Front of property
Hallway

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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303 E 5th St, Murdo, SD, 57559
  • Place, Pioneer Auto Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Murdo Community Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, South Dakota's Original 1880 Town
    ‪1 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(65 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(55 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Murdo

Located within a 5-minute walk of Pioneer Auto Museum, American Inn is within a 15-minute stroll of Murdo Community Center. This 24-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Pioneer Auto Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Murdo Community Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • South Dakota's Original 1880 Town - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Keith Hayes Memorial Stadium - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Murdo Golf Course - 7 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Pierre, SD (PIR-Pierre Regional) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle E Drive-In - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Covered Wagon Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Bar And Steakhouse - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Prairie Pizza - ‬11 min walk

About this property

American Inn

Hotel in Murdo with free parking
Guests of American Inn enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide front-desk service during limited hours.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include coffee makers and desks.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between August 10 and May 15.
The property will be renovating from August 10 2025 to May 15 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
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 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

American Inn Hotel
American Inn Murdo
American Inn RV Park
American Inn Hotel Murdo

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at American Inn?

American Inn provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do around American Inn?

This hotel in Murdo is within a 10-minute walk of Murdo Community Center and Pioneer Auto Museum. You'll also find South Dakota's Original 1880 Town and Keith Hayes Memorial Stadium less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at American Inn?

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

Does American Inn feature a casino on the premises?

No, American Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at American Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does American Inn have a hot tub?

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

Does American Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

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

Will American Inn allow pets to stay for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at American Inn?

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

Are there rooms with balconies at American Inn?

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

American Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 455 out of 605 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 117 out of 605 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 605 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 605 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 605 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

TRACY L.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thx
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pete

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

Great small town hotel

Checked in late at night , I was the last one in. They left a key for me under a basket on the counter! Love small town America! Nice hotel, definitely would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kristy

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The staff was friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No breakfast offered but it was a decent property. Comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

8/10 Good

janet

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

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Comfortable bed and spacious bedroom
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

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

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Luis

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Terry

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

CONCEPCION

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vijaya

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Clean room and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Get what you pay for - the room was nice and everything we needed was there. The town looked dilapidated but the hotel was great! Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to get to. Had places for walking. Very quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Perfect after a long drive

Quick check in. Free water and snacks. Free mile rags to clean out bike. Big clean room. Quiet night. Soft bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Heloise M.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

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

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully maintained older hotel. Best stay in town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damian James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff and clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and neat. Good value.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older hotel but nicely updated. Very clean. Room was spacious. We arrived at midnight my key was instantly available with no wait. Very thoughtful. Very pleased with the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025