Rocket Motel

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Rocket Motel provides amenities like a terrace and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

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
(32 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 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

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Custer, Rocket Motel is in the city center. Crazy Horse Memorial is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Black Hills National Forest and Custer State Park. Needles Highway and 1880 Train are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Custer travel guide
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211 Mt. Rushmore Rd, Custer, SD, 57730

What's nearby

  • A mountain with a prominent peak and a smaller peak to the left.
    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
  • Grand Magic Show
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP)
    62 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Rocket Motel

  • Motel near Custer State Park
  • Rocket Motel provides amenities like a terrace and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
    • Free self parking
    • An electric car charging station, a vending machine, and barbecue grills
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Rocket Motel have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Frequently asked questions

Is Rocket Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rocket Motel?

As of Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rocket Motel on Oct 25, 2026 start from CA $153, excluding 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Rocket Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Rocket Motel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rocket Motel located?

Located in the heart of Custer, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Grand Magic Show, Way Park, and 1881 Courthouse Museum. French Creek Park and Big Rock Park are also within 10 minutes.

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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
Rating 10 - Excellent. 267 out of 357 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 75 out of 357 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 357 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 357 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 357 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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It was a great location, very clean was just right for a couple days in Custer area❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great base camp to visit the Black hills ,the food choices are amazing in Custer.great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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cool place to stay. would stay again beds comfi
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Was EXTREMELY happy with our choice to stay at Rocket Motel! Room & facility was well maintained & very clean, staff was helpful & personable, designated parking was nice, and location was perfect for our trip to Custer. Will definitely recommend to friends & stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was so clean. The motel was so cute. Looked new! Great water pressure! Great bed! The staff were so nice and helpful! Great parking! Close to restaurants! Such a cute place!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The owners, Don and Brenda are extremely kind, helpful, and want you to have the greatest stay possible! The rooms are extremely cozy and clean! We will definitely be going back!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
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4/10 Poor

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The staff was very friendly and accommodating. Our room had a terrible sewage odor. Everything was dated.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

The owners were very friendly and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Super clean and well kept. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The friendly staff. That you have a parking spot by your room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff The room was very clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved this affordable, cleanly and safe accommodations. The decor is very fun. We would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Front desk was very friendly + room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Cute retro hotel, clean and very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Cute hotel, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Super clean older nostalgic Motel! Would definitely stay there again and the staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean and comfortable. Definitely a retro vibe, no frills but was perfect for me. Will likely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved the 50s diner decor all around. Very friendly host!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice establishment! Clean and quiet! Staff was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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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!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent choice. Very clean and comfy. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was very clean. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice retro motel….VERY clean with soft fresh towels and linens.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025