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Bavarian Inn Black Hills

Property class: 3.5

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A two-story building with large windows, outdoor seating, and string lights.
A building with hanging flower baskets and outdoor seating.
An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams and large windows reflecting trees.
A spacious indoor area with a pool, wooden walls, and tables and chairs arranged for dining.
A tree sculpture with green foliage and red apples in a wooden interior space.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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855 N 5th St, Custer, SD, 57730
  • Place, Black Hills National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, 1881 Courthouse Museum
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Way Park
    ‪19 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A neatly made bed with a patterned blanket, two bedside tables with lamps, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(113 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, and a view of the outside through a sliding door.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk with a computer, and a small table with a plant.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(152 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a small white table, and a chair.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(50 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a microwave.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(44 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a small table, a lamp, a mirror, and a picture on the wall.

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Suite

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a toilet.

Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom

A cozy living room with a white sofa, green chairs, a coffee table, and a wall art of the United States.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Custer

At Bavarian Inn Black Hills you'll be 1.6 km (1 mi) from 1881 Courthouse Museum and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Rocky Knolls Golf Course. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy access to basketball and a playground. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning full breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Custer hotel include Four Mile Old West Town Museum and Sylvan Lake.

What's nearby

  • Black Hills National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • 1881 Courthouse Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Way Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Grand Magic Show - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • French Creek Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Baker's Bakery & Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Purple Pie Place - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Miner's Cup - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Buglin' Bull Restaurant and Sports Bar - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Bavarian Inn Black Hills

Bavarian Inn Black Hills offers its guests an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at Bavarian Inn Black Hills. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Custer hotel.

  • 64 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 1973
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Bavarian Inn Black Hills offers 64 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Custer hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 18 per person

Things to do

  • Basketball
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pickleball court
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 1973
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 5 October to 1 April:
  • Dining venue

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25.00 per pet, per day
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10.00 to 18.00 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children aged 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Bavarian Inn Custer
Bavarian Custer
Bavarian Inn Black Hills Hotel
Bavarian Inn Black Hills Custer
Bavarian Inn Black Hills Hotel Custer

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Bavarian Inn Black Hills?

Yep, Bavarian Inn Black Hills has a free self car park.

Does Bavarian Inn Black Hills have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Bavarian Inn Black Hills has an outdoor pool and an indoor pool.

Is Bavarian Inn Black Hills family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Bavarian Inn Black Hills is a hit with families.

Does Bavarian Inn Black Hills serve breakfast?

Yep, visitors love the full brekkie here! Available daily between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bavarian Inn Black Hills?

No, Bavarian Inn Black Hills does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bavarian Inn Black Hills?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Bavarian Inn Black Hills Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1157 out of 1337 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 1337 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 1337 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 1337 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1337 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Awesome place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay with kids!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a very nice stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay close to so many beautiful places! Friendly staff and welcoming vibe!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Just a great family hotel. Lots of charm and super friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing and relaxing place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A great place to stay, friendly staff and plenty to keep you busy as well as easy access to main roads to take you to everything the black hills has to offer.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was a unique & fun place to stay. Would recommend if you like a cute, eclectic & quiet motel!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We love staying here. Friendly staff, charming, and love the amenities!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was clean and breakfast was delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent experience with friendly staff and LOTS of things to do for everyone
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very dog friendly, only stayed one night but will definitely stay here next time we stay in Custer.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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We enjoyed our 2 night stay here. The staff is very friendly, a good breakfast restaurant is available, free laundry facilities. Our room was clean and very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great quaint place to stay! I would stay here again for sure and recommend for couples and families.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was nice. Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The most helpful staff ever. Good location that is near all the sites and town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Such a cute hotel! We loved our stay there and the staff’s attention to detail. Will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was a great place to get away but stay close to town. Breakfast was phenomenal and it was nice and quiet at night. The staff were amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel is charming and very welcoming. The rooms are spacious, there are lots of lovely spots around the hotel grounds, and the reception staff is attentive. There is an option for breakfast on-site with plenty of good and delicious food
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Such a fine place to stay especially if staying more than one night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was very nice and helpful. The beds were very comfortable. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Highly recommend perfect family friendly Inn that goes above and beyond!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast spot on site is amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026