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Chief Motel

120 Mount Rushmore Road, Custer, SD, US
4.0Very Good
Hotel amenities
Non-Smoking
Parking

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About this property

Chief Motel is an independent two-star property located in Custer, South Dakota, positioned just three minutes from Black Hills National Forest and twelve minutes from Custer State Park. Guests rate the location highly at 4.8 out of 5, with easy access to regional attractions including Crazy Horse Memorial, seven miles away, and Sylvan Lake, 7.3 miles from the property.

The motel offers 33 guestrooms equipped with microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Each room includes complimentary wired and wireless internet access and cable programming. Private bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. In-room coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and irons with ironing boards available upon request round out guest accommodations. Rooms earn a guest comfort rating of 4.2 out of 5.

Guests have access to an indoor pool, hot tub, and sauna. The property maintains a garden area and offers free self-parking on an uncovered lot. A well-lit path leads to the entrance. The smoke-free property features limited-hours front desk service and express check-out for guest convenience. The surrounding area provides opportunities for golfing, hiking, biking, fishing, and horse riding nearby.

Check-in is available from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM, with check-out at 10:00 AM. Chief Motel is a single-level property without elevator access. Pets are not permitted. The property maintains an overall guest rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 453 reviews, with 71.4 percent of guests recommending it.

Location & nearby attractions

Located in Custer, Chief Motel is a 3-minute drive from Black Hills National Forest and 12 minutes from Custer State Park. This motel is 7 mi (11.2 km) from Crazy Horse Memorial and 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Sylvan Lake.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Grand Magic Show - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Way Park - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
1881 Courthouse Museum - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Big Rock Park - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Harbach Centennial Park - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
French Creek Park - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Rocky Knolls Golf Course - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Gates Park - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Monument Health Custer Hospital - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Black Hills National Forest - 2.5 km / 1.5 mi
Stockade Lake - 6.2 km / 3.9 mi
Four Mile Old West Town Museum - 6.7 km / 4.1 mi
Indian Museum of North America - 8.5 km / 5.3 mi
Custer State Park - 9.8 km / 6.1 mi
Crazy Horse Memorial - 11.2 km / 7 mi

The preferred airport for Chief Motel is Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 79.6 km / 49.4 mi

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 33 guestrooms featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, housekeeping is provided daily, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Amenities & features

Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a sauna.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.

Getting here

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Check-out 10:00 AM
  • 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, debit cards, and cash
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Pet policy

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Know before you go

  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.