Western South Dakota Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Western South Dakota

Rapid City showing night scenes and a city

Historic Rapid City

Historic Rapid City is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Main Street Square or Art Alley.

Historic Rapid City
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Rimrock

While Rimrock may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Thunderhead Falls and Pactola Pines Marina.

Rimrock
Sonesta Essential Rapid City
Sonesta Essential Rapid City
2.5 out of 5
1902 N Lacrosse St, Rapid City, SD
The price is 2.424.012 ₫ per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
2.424.012 ₫
2.687.200 ₫ total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rapid City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7/10 Good! (206 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

Sonesta Essential Rapid City
Foothills Inn
Foothills Inn
2.5 out of 5
1625 N. LaCrosse Street, Rapid City, SD
The price is 2.038.733 ₫ per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
2.038.733 ₫
2.529.891 ₫ total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rapid City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
"Tried to check in earlier around 2 but the person that was there was rude, when we were allowed to check in at 3 that lady was very helpful and friendly, could use some ada rooms"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

Foothills Inn
The Lodge at Deadwood Gaming Resort
The Lodge at Deadwood Gaming Resort
3 out of 5
100 Pine Crest, Deadwood, SD
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly resort in Deadwood. Enjoy 2 restaurants, a casino and free water park access. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,091 reviews)
Love this property.
"Our stay at the Lodge was very nice. The property is beautiful and the rooms were very comfortable; especially the bed! We arrived at 2:00 pm and checked on our rooms and the lady at the desk said they had nothing ready for check in. We were there for a wedding and hoped to get in to at least one ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

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The Lodge at Deadwood Gaming Resort
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GrandStay Residential Suites - Rapid City
GrandStay Residential Suites - Rapid City
2.5 out of 5
660 Disk Dr, Rapid City, SD
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Rapid City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,525 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean. Did not have the room we had prepaid for. Did find us an alternative."

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

GrandStay Residential Suites - Rapid City
Pine Rest Cabins
Pine Rest Cabins
3 out of 5
24063 US-385, Hill City, SD
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Hill City. Enjoy free parking and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Crazy Horse Memorial and Granite Sports are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (51 reviews)
"The cabin was clean, quaint, and had a homey feel. It was perfect for a few days away and would have been great for a longer stay, given the grill, fridge, and other amenities. We would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 9 Jun 2025

Pine Rest Cabins
Holy Smoke Resort
Holy Smoke Resort
3.5 out of 5
24105 Highway 16A, Keystone, SD
Stay at this 3.5-star cabin in Keystone. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a gift shop. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (521 reviews)
"The room was very clean and had a beautiful deck with table and chairs. I loved the fact that it was like camping with the nature of it all without the fuss. The only reason I gave it a 4 was because of the noise of the shower next door. We got a cabin that was attached to another and when they took ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

Holy Smoke Resort
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Popular places to visit

Mount Rushmore

Mount Rushmore

4.5/5(14 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Mount Rushmore, a popular spot to commune with nature in Keystone. Discover the area's notable monuments or seek out its horse riding.

Mount Rushmore
Mount Rushmore which includes outdoor art and art

Mount Rushmore National Memorial

Mount Rushmore National Memorial is a popular museum in Keystone with a rich history. Add the area's casinos or notable monuments to your travel plans.

Mount Rushmore National Memorial
Custer State Park

Custer State Park

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Custer State Park is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Custer. Amble around the area's scenic parks or seek out the horse riding.

Custer State Park
Rapid City featuring street scenes as well as a large group of people

Wall Drug

3/5(1 review)

Learn about the local history of Wall when you take a trip to Wall Drug. Wander around the natural setting or enjoy the area's cafes.

Wall Drug
Crazy Horse Memorial

Crazy Horse Memorial

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Find out about the history of Custer with a stop at Crazy Horse Memorial. Discover the area's notable monuments or seek out its horse riding.

Crazy Horse Memorial
Sylvan Lake

Sylvan Lake

5/5(4 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sylvan Lake during your travels in Custer. Discover the area's notable monuments or seek out its horse riding.

Sylvan Lake

Cities near Western South Dakota

Crawford featuring forests

Chadron

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Murdo

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Wall

Hot Springs

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