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Lodge at Palmer Gulch

2.0 star property
Mountain hotel in Hill City with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools

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2 outdoor pools - Lodge at Palmer Gulch (Hill City)
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In the heart of Black Hills, Lodge at Palmer Gulch is a haven for families and adventure-seekers alike. Unwind in the sauna or spa tub, get active with basketball and horseback riding, or explore shopping on site. Enjoy continental breakfast at one of two restaurants serving lunch and dinner options.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Free water park
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Waterslide
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on site
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $393
$416 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 26 - Dec 27

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Microwave
Cable channels
Pet friendly
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Terrace/patio

Executive Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Mountain View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Executive Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, Mountain View

Terrace/patio

Executive Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, Mountain View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Executive Cabin, 4 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, Mountain View | Terrace/patio

Executive Cabin, 4 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 12
  • 2 King Beds, 4 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, Annex Building

Comfort Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, Annex Building | Terrace/patio

Comfort Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, Annex Building

Highlights

Deck/patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
12620 HWY 244, Hill City, SD, 57745

What's nearby

  • Needles Highway - 4 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Horse Thief Lake - 4 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 6 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Mount Rushmore - 8 min drive - 9.9 km
  • 1880 Train - 8 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alpine Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bumpin Buffalo Bar and Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Carver's Café - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪1885 Steakhouse and saloon - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Grapes and Grinds - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Lodge at Palmer Gulch

Lodge at Palmer Gulch features a free water park and puts you within a 10-minute drive of Mount Rushmore and Mount Rushmore National Memorial. Guests can take a dip in one of 2 outdoor pools or grab a bite to eat at The Peak Grill & Tap Room, which is one of 2 restaurants and serves lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge, a fitness center, and a hot tub are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 61 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 3 children (1 year old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Off-leash area available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Free water park access
  • Children's pool
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Children's menu
  • Pool gate

What to do

  • Basketball
  • Volleyball
  • Mini golf
  • Horse riding/rentals
  • Shopping
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (500 square feet)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • ATM/banking
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Fitness center
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Free water park
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Waterslide
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Pool hoist on site

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

The Peak Grill & Tap Room - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Turtle Town - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.00 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from May to September

Policies

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Lodge Palmer Gulch Hill City
Lodge Palmer Gulch
Palmer Gulch Hill City
Palmer Gulch
The Lodge At Palmer Gulch Hotel Hill City
Hotel At Palmer Gulch
At Palmer Gulch Hotel
Lodge at Palmer Gulch Hotel
Lodge at Palmer Gulch Hill City
Lodge at Palmer Gulch Hotel Hill City

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Lodge at Palmer Gulch?

Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Lodge at Palmer Gulch?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Lodge at Palmer Gulch?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Lodge at Palmer Gulch?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Lodge at Palmer Gulch and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like horseback riding and fishing. Additional recreation onsite includes basketball and volleyball. Relax in the hot tub or enjoy the use of other amenities, which include 2 outdoor pools and a sauna. Lodge at Palmer Gulch also has a fitness center and a picnic area.

Are there restaurants at or near Lodge at Palmer Gulch?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.

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Reviews

Lodge at Palmer Gulch Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The pool area was a highlight, offering a fun and convenient spot for kids to play and relax. (13 reviews)
  • The hot tub was a highlight, being described as the best part, pretty, convenient, and awesome. (7 reviews)
  • On-site dining was great, offering decently priced meals and kid-friendly activities. (5 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Breakfast
Amenities
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Restaurant
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

It was a beautiful place and the location was great. We enjoyed our stay very much and would highly recommend to others.
Joan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place!
Tera, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing property. Loved it.
Karen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great amenities for kids and family.
Autumn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Such a relaxing stay!! Close to everything! Hated to leave
Alice, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect place for a much-needed night away from home. It was peacefully quiet at our cabin, our kids loved the pool and mini golf, and the parents enjoyed a little downtime.
Marie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

layed back in the hill quiet and clean
Randall, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location
Allen, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

!0 minutes from Mount Rushmore and the Crazy Horse Mountain. Excellent
Steve, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to vacation
Jeffrey, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and has everything you need to keep the family fed and busy.
Christina, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Did not have any kids or pets. Staff was great. Limited Continental Breakfast, muffins, bagels, cereal, coffee/juice, yogurt, great coffee, some fruit
Phillip, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful
Ron, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Bed and pillows very comfortable
Michele, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property, friendly staff, very clean
Sheri, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Overall the room was clean, however there was hair on the toilet and also a gob of it on the floor. I still would rate it as excellent because of the cleanliness of the rest of the room. I would definitley stay here again.
Linda, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

The staff was very friendly and the room was clean, but had brown water come out of the shower.
Steve, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect for traveling with kids!
Jennifer, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

some services like the outdoor pool,shops and activities outside is close coming the winter season
Liza Marie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great for kids
Patricia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and kids activates
Waylon, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

August at Palmer Gulch

Check-in could have been smoother but overall the stay was great. There is so much to do at this campground that there is really no need to leave. It is kept very clean and other campers were very respectful overall. We will be back!
Christine, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely location. Staff were wonderful, excellent customer service! Lodge is older but clean.
Barbara, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place. It’s got something for everyone. Only suggestion I would make is for better options for breakfast. Only had the bare minimum.. no hot options
Carol, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

They don’t make up the rooms
Rand, 3-night trip