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Lodge at Palmer Gulch

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An aerial view of a campground with multiple RV and tent sites, a central building, and surrounding forested areas.
A log cabin with a deck, a picnic table, and a fire pit.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a playground, and a small building.
A restaurant with wooden walls, large windows, and tables and chairs arranged for dining.
A log cabin with a deck, surrounded by a stone wall and a grassy yard.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$710
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct

Explore the area

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12620 HWY 244, Hill City, SD, 57745
  • Place, Black Hills National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Rushmore National Memorial
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Mount Rushmore
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A bedroom with a bed, a television, a lamp, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, a television, a wooden desk, two lamps, and a mirror.

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A log cabin with a deck, a picnic table, and a fire pit.

Executive Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Mountain View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

A log cabin with a deck, a picnic table, and a fire pit.

Executive Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Executive Cabin, 4 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, Mountain View

A log cabin with a deck, outdoor seating, and a view of the surrounding forest.

Executive Cabin, 4 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 12
  • 2 King Beds, 4 Single Beds and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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

A log cabin with a porch and a stone wall.

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Hill City

A family-friendly stay in Hill City awaits you at Lodge at Palmer Gulch. You'll be 5.3 km (3.3 mi) from Needles Highway and 5.4 km (3.3 mi) from Black Hills National Forest. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, 2 outdoor swimming pools and a free water park. .The restaurant, The Peak Grill & Tap Room, is open for lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the gym, Hot tub, sauna and seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a children's swimming pool and a coffee shop/cafe. Free continental breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as an off-lead area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Hill City hotel include Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Mount Rushmore.

What's nearby

  • Black Hills National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 6 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Mount Rushmore - 7 min drive - 10.3 km
  • 1880 Train - 7 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Custer State Park - 12 min drive - 16.8 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grapes and Grinds - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chute Rooster Sports Bar & Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lost Cabin Brewery and Beer Garden - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Alpine Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ruby House Restaurant - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Lodge at Palmer Gulch

Lodge at Palmer Gulch offers its guests a complimentary water park, 2 outdoor swimming pools, a waterslide, and a hot tub. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby corner/local shop. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business centre and 4 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 500 square feet (46 square metres) and includes conference space. A children's pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a fitness centre are also featured at the family-friendly Lodge at Palmer Gulch. Free self parking is available.

  • 1 building
  • 61 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 500 sq ft of conference space
  • 46 sq. m of conference space
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Lodge at Palmer Gulch offers 61 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones 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
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • The Peak Grill & Tap Room
  • Turtle Town

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Basketball
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Free water park
  • Gym
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Volleyball
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Free water park access
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • 500 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • 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.
  • Lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25.00 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • An off-lead area is available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.00 per day.

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.

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 22 May and close on 07 September.
  • Up to 3 children aged 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is 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 parking available at Lodge at Palmer Gulch?

Yep, Lodge at Palmer Gulch has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Lodge at Palmer Gulch?

As of 27 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lodge at Palmer Gulch on 28 Oct 2026 start from NZ$710, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Lodge at Palmer Gulch?

The closest beach to Lodge at Palmer Gulch is Sheridan Lake South (8.7 km).

Does Lodge at Palmer Gulch have a pool?

Yep, and guests recommend it! Lodge at Palmer Gulch has 2 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. The pool is open from May 22 to September 07.

Does Lodge at Palmer Gulch have a waterslide?

Yep, this property has a waterslide!

What luxury perks are available at Lodge at Palmer Gulch?

Lodge at Palmer Gulch features 2 outdoor pools, 1 hot tub and 2 restaurants.

Is Lodge at Palmer Gulch family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, children's meals and a playground, it's no surprise that Lodge at Palmer Gulch is a hit with families.

Does Lodge at Palmer Gulch serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary continental brekkie is on offer daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lodge at Palmer Gulch?

No, Lodge at Palmer Gulch does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Lodge at Palmer Gulch?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Lodge at Palmer Gulch?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Lodge at Palmer Gulch?

Dogs are welcome at Lodge at Palmer Gulch, with dog exercise areas on offer.

Lodge at Palmer Gulch Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 554 out of 967 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 255 out of 967 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 967 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 967 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 967 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved the location and everything the park has to offer! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, open space, beautiful scenery
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious cabin with the best view!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Extremely busy so don't stay here if your wanting a quite relaxing stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
NICE PEOPLE, GREAT LOCATION, REASONABLE PRICE
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We love it up there.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms. Helpful staff. Quiet night at #92. This is in a KOA area so expect kids, noise and such.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had not realized it but this property is also a KOA campground. The room was clean and quiet. Everything that I needed was on the property, a convenience store, good restaurant, ice cream and pizza shop. Mt Rushmore is one turn away, which was incredible and we wound up passing it at least once every day which was an unexpected bonus. The Needles hwy is also very close. The room was dated but everything was very clean and the carpet was new. There was easy access to hiking right out our door, if I wanted to go alone. I would come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great accomodations & wondeful helpful staff!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The cabins are very old and outdated. Overall it was clean but definitely needs upgrading.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to vacation
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful place and the location was great. We enjoyed our stay very much and would highly recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location great accommodations
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place to stay family friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great amenities for kids and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay on vacation. It was easy to get to and easy late check in. Very friendly staff & clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and has everything you need to keep the family fed and busy.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing property. Loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our time there. Close to trails and wildlife.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great place for vacation
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, friendly staff, very clean
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025