Rocket Motel

Property class: 2
City-center motel in Custer

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When you stay at Rocket Motel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Custer State Park and Black Hills National Forest. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travelers

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Electric vehicle charging point

Main amenities (8)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Vending machine
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchenette
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Cable TV service
The current price is $109
$120 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a microwave, a refrigerator, a checkered nightstand, and two wall-mounted lamps.

Standard Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a neatly made bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, and a small table with a lamp.

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a heater on the wall.

Family Room

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
211 Mt. Rushmore Rd, Custer, SD, 57730

What's nearby

  • Black Hills National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • French Creek Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Way Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • 1881 Courthouse Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Harbach Centennial Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Miner's Cup - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Purple Pie Place - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Buglin' Bull Restaurant and Sports Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Baker's Bakery & Cafe - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Rocket Motel

  • When you stay at Rocket Motel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Custer State Park and Black Hills National Forest. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 27 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Skiing nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 4 percent

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

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Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Rocket Motel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Rocket Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Rocket Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at Rocket Motel and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like skiing and return when the snow melts for fishing and hiking. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

Does Rocket Motel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a refrigerator and a microwave.

What's the area around Rocket Motel like?

Rocket Motel is in the heart of Custer, a short 3-minute walk from 1881 Courthouse Museum and 3 minutes' walk from Grand Magic Show.

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Reviews

Rocket Motel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Designated parking spots were a convenient and appreciated feature at this property. (8 reviews)
  • The property is close to great restaurants with some offering a discount to guests. (5 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful “retro” 50s style motel. Friendly staff and a really nice room!
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10/10 Exceptional

This place had the cleanest rooms of all the rooms that I’ve ever rented before.
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10/10 Exceptional

The owners were very friendly and accommodating
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10/10 Exceptional

We LOVED our stay at the Rocket Motel! Awesome vintage decor and renovated rooms, very very clean. Comfortable beds. Easy parking. Great location, centrally located & made it easy to walk downtown to stores and restaurants. Beautiful patio that offers outdoor seating. We enjoyed watching the local community parade from the lobby. Hosts were amazing. We’d definitely stay here again and highly recommend if you’re in the Custer area you need to stay at Rocket Motel.
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10/10 Exceptional

The friendly staff. That you have a parking spot by your room.
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10/10 Exceptional

Super clean and well kept. Will definitely stay here again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff The room was very clean
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10/10 Exceptional

Front desk was very friendly + room was clean
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved this affordable, cleanly and safe accommodations. The decor is very fun. We would stay here again!
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10/10 Exceptional

Cute retro hotel, clean and very friendly staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Cute hotel, friendly staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Super clean older nostalgic Motel! Would definitely stay there again and the staff was great!
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and comfortable. Definitely a retro vibe, no frills but was perfect for me. Will likely stay again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved the 50s diner decor all around. Very friendly host!
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice establishment! Clean and quiet! Staff was friendly
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay!

Such a great stay. It ALL works. Comfy bed and sheets! Great TV, shower, parking, free coffee each morning! Everything was just so enjoyable! We stayed 2 nights!
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was very clean. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent choice. Very clean and comfy. We will definitely stay again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice retro motel….VERY clean with soft fresh towels and linens.
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8/10 Very good

This place was great. I will stay here every time I'm in Custer. The room was really clean. The decor is very cute and well done. They have done a great job of updating an older hotel and making it fun.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great find in Custer passing thru.

Neat hotel, lots of cool iconic details from the travel lodge era. Very comfortable and friendly.
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10/10 Exceptional

Basic amenities with dining close by. Well run by local people.
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location for spending time in Custer state park, going to Mount Rushmore, and shopping in Keystone. The room was cute, cozy, and came with a postcard of the motel. If I ever make it back to the black hills I would 100% stay here again.
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8/10 Very good

Very nice. Would stay here again.

Some of the parking areas can be a little awkward for a motorcycle but the overall experience is worth it. We would stay here again. Nice walking distance to area shopping and eating.