Chief Motel
2.0 star property

Motel with free parking, near Black Hills National Forest

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Chief Motel

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Exterior detail
Indoor pool
Double Room, 2 Queen Beds
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Overview of Chief Motel

Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Explore the area

Map
120 Mount Rushmore Road, Custer, SD, 57730
  • Popular LocationMt Rushmore Brewing Company & Pounding Fathers Restaurant1 min walk
  • Popular LocationPurple Pie Place2 min walk
  • Popular LocationGrand Magic Show4 min walk
  • Popular Location1881 Courthouse Museum5 min walk
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Room options

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Triple Room (One queen bed and two double beds)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

Triple Room (Two queen beds and one Twin bed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (w/ one queen bed + 1 double bed )

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Custer

Chief Motel is located in Custer. Sylvan Lake and Needles Eye are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Black Hills National Forest and Custer State Park. Don't miss out on a visit to Needles Highway. Practice your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as horse riding and hiking/biking trails in the area.

What's nearby

  • 1881 Courthouse Museum - 5 min walk
  • Custer State Park - 12 min drive
  • Sylvan Lake - 14 min drive
  • Needles Highway - 14 min drive
  • Crazy Horse Memorial - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • Buglin' Bull Restaurant and Sports Bar - 7 min walk
  • Purple Pie Place - 2 min walk
  • Gold Pan Saloon - 6 min walk
  • Laughing Water Restaur - 9 min drive
  • Dairy Queen - 5 min walk

About this property

Chief Motel

Motel near Black Hills National Forest
Located close to Crazy Horse Memorial and Sylvan Lake, Chief Motel provides a terrace, a garden, and a sauna. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the pool
Room features
All guestrooms at Chief Motel feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guests reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

Dutch, English, French, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer on request
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 2 and May 22.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Chief Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Chief Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Chief Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Chief Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Chief Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Chief Motel located?

Situated in Custer, this motel is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Black Hills National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of Custer State Park and Crazy Horse Memorial. Sylvan Lake and Needles Eye are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Chief Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 390 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 163 out of 390 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 390 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 390 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 390 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Connie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Daniel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Chief!
Older hotel, very clean. Everyone was very friendly. Felt at home. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I stayed there 7 yrs ago and so happy i stayed there again. It was clean, quite, informative and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon, Fulton

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This motel was great! Super clean! Pool was great! The check in was super easy and the gentleman who checked me in gave me a map that we used to see the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023