10 Best Motels in Custer: Find Cheap Motels in Custer, SD 2026

Q: What are the best motels in Custer?

Chief Motel : Stay within a quick 3-minute drive of Black Hills National Forest. Enjoy access to the sauna, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Chalet Motel : A 24-hour front desk along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. It's located within a quick 2-minute drive of Black Hills National Forest. Rocket Motel : Enjoy the in-room kitchenette, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a quick 3-minute drive of Black Hills National Forest. Mystic Valley Inn : You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Custer State Park and Black Hills National Forest. Free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area are available during your stay.

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An outdoor patio with wicker chairs and a wooden table, overlooking a street with a restaurant named 'Cattleman's Steak BBQ' in the background.

1. Rocket Motel

Custer

Amy

SAR 452 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A breakfast bar with a refrigerator stocked with beverages, a waffle maker, and a coffee machine.

2. Super 8 by Wyndham Hot Springs

Hot Springs

Jimmy

SAR 285 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A rustic outdoor setting with a metal grill, wooden stools, and a fire pit.

3. Rockerville Lodge & Cabins

Rapid City

tom

SAR 316 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A wooden deck with outdoor seating, a view of a mountainous landscape, and an American flag.

4. Mountain View Lodge & Cabins

Rapid City

Kimberly

SAR 646 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

5. Econo Lodge Hot Springs South

Hot Springs

Lorene

SAR 196 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A wooden pergola with a sign reading "the Porch" and a wind chime hanging from it.

6. The Pines Country Inn

Newcastle

Maggie

SAR 339 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A neatly made bed with white bedding and a black accent, a bedside table with a lamp, and a plain wall.

7. Sage Motel

Newcastle

Janeen

SAR 315 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

8. Super 8 by Wyndham Newcastle

Newcastle

David

SAR 336 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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Top Custer Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn & Suites Custer - Crazy Horse Area

10/10 Excellent

"We really enjoyed the location which was quite central to everything we want to visit. Very solid breakfast in the morning and a decent gym as far as hotels go. Staff was also very helpful"

Grandma's House in the Woods, 3/4 mile to Custer

10/10 Excellent

"Grandmas House was delightful! Property was clean and accurate to the description. We were perfectly located outside Custer for a series of hikes in the Black Hills. Communication with the host was clear and seamless. We will happily be back."

NEW! Glamping A-Frames, Stargazer 3 at Dakota Dream

10/10 Excellent

"I really liked this location. It was close to Custer State Park (I wanted to see bison), it was close to Sylvan Lake Lodge (trailhead for Black Elk Peak hike) and there wasn't a lot of light pollution at night, so stargazing was possible. The A-frame was cozy and the bed was comfortable. I appreciated the heated mattress pad as it got down to 40 degrees overnight. The grounds were well kept and gorgeous... lots of pine trees, birds and deer. I would stay here again."

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Custer?

Because you'll save on your room price, you can enjoy more of the attractions in Custer. Not-to-be-missed sights include Custer State Park in Custer, as well as Mount Rushmore and Mount Rushmore National Memorial in the area.

What are motels like?

Motels often offer free parking, and many also feature an outdoor pool. Often one or two stories tall, motels usually have exterior corridors overlooking the parking lot or an outdoor pool. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II with the appeal of road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.

What are the best motels in Custer?

Chief Motel: Stay within a quick 3-minute drive of Black Hills National Forest. Enjoy access to the sauna, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Chalet Motel: A 24-hour front desk along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. It's located within a quick 2-minute drive of Black Hills National Forest. Rocket Motel: Enjoy the in-room kitchenette, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a quick 3-minute drive of Black Hills National Forest. Mystic Valley Inn: You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Custer State Park and Black Hills National Forest. Free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area are available during your stay.

What things can I to do in Custer?

Take time to check out the monuments and shops in this historical area while you're sightseeing. Those who've visited Custer love the parks. Favorite places in and around Custer include Custer State Park, Mount Rushmore, and Mount Rushmore National Memorial. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Sylvan Lake, Jewel Cave National Monument, and Wind Cave National Park. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Needles Highway, Rushmore Tramway Adventures, and Cosmos Mystery Area.

What's the weather like in Custer?

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Custer to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 65°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 26°F. The snowiest months in Custer are April, March, February, and December, with each month seeing an average of 14 inches of snowfall.

What are my options for getting around Custer when staying in a motel?

We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Custer to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP), which is located 33 mi (53.1 km) from the heart of the city. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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