Powder House Lodge

3.5 star property
VIP Access

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In-room dining
Mini-fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
24125 Hwy 16A, Keystone, SD, 57751
  • Gutzon Borglum Historical Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Big Thunder Gold Mine
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • National Presidential Wax Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪32 min drive‬
VIP Access
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  • Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members

Room options

Standard Cabin

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Cabin

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

  • 24 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Cabin

  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Superior Cabin

  • 36 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

  • 24 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Cabin

  • 36 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Superior Cabin

  • 36 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Cabin

  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Room

  • 24 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Family Cabin

  • 42 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room

  • 24 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Superior Room

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Family Cabin

  • 42 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Family Cabin

  • 42 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Superior Room

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Family Cabin

  • 42 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Superior Room

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Family Cabin

  • 42 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Cabin

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Cabin

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Cabin

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Cabin

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Honeymoon Cabin

  • 36 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Superior Cabin

  • 36 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Economy Single Room

  • 18 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Single Room

  • 18 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Single Room

  • 18 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Single Room

  • 18 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room

  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Signature Cabin

  • 51 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Signature Cabin

  • 51 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Cabin

  • 147 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 13
  • 2 King Beds, 2 Queen Beds, 2 Twin Beds, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Family Cabin

  • 120 sq m
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 Queen Beds and 2 Queen Sofa Beds

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About this property

Powder House Lodge

Lodge with free parking, near Big Thunder Gold Mine
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free lodge has a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, coffee/tea in a common area, a seasonal outdoor pool, and laundry facilities are onsite.
Powder House Lodge offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels.

This Keystone lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the lodge include a seasonal outdoor pool.

Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Powder House Lodge. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Gutzon Borglum Historical Center. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus a restaurant.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast offered for a fee
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Amenities include free lobby newspapers, convenience store, and a gift shop
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground and hiking/biking trails
  • Guests have great things to say about the local sightseeing and the helpful staff
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Big Thunder Gold Mine and a few minutes from Rushmore Tramway Adventures
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Powder House Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Keystone lodge is smoke free.

Guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee.
Powder House Lodge has a restaurant on site.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee: USD 10 per person
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Things to do

  • Game/wildlife viewing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Corner/local shop
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Corner/local shop

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • Lever door handles
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Down duvet
  • Heating
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • TV/satellite channels
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Free local calls
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between September 9 and May 30.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 90 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 10:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Property is also known as

Powder House Lodge Keystone
Powder House Lodge
Powder House Keystone
Powder House Hotel Keystone
Powder House Lodge Lodge
Powder House Lodge Keystone
Powder House Lodge Lodge Keystone

Powder House Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 655 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 242 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1000 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gary

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay with an amazing restaurant in site
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Denise, Richland

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Hugo

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We got two bed room for tonight and it was fantastic. The only reason I took one star away from my review is it is not handicap assessable. You have to walk upstairs for any of the rooms. if you don’t have any handicaps then by all means, this is a great place to stay.

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Absolutely beautiful and clean lodge with peaceful deck. The woman who helped check us in and out, as well as gave us our to-go pancakes in the morning, was so friendly. The restaurant food was delicious. We would come back in a heart beat!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cabins were scattered along a hillside and amidst trees. Beautiful property! Immaculately clean cabin! Very nice restaurant!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful Wonderful Staff
Best staff this side of the Mississippi. They were so so kind. We cannot wait to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Beverly, Lindbergh

Liked: Cleanliness
This property is quaint and in a beautiful setting. We had the duplex cabin king room and liked the rustic style but the bathroom is tiny! Most disappointing was the restaurant was a bit under whelming. Lots of choices but nothing was outstanding.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Salvatore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place to stay near Mt Rushmore
Nice location with individual cabins. Enjoyed the privacy. Nice restaurant on premises.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Reggie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is adjacent to the Powder House Restaurant. We have been to the restaurant a few times over the past 40 years. This time we were disappointed. The greet staff seemed stressed and annoyed, the wait staff (one person) was overworked and spread too thin and the food was meh. Hopefully, it was just us who felt this way and it was due to the season and too many customers/tables. Otherwise, we like the place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

maureen, Sebastian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely cabin style room with a great restaurant on site, so we never had to leave when we returned after w long day of sight seeing. Food was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivis, Brocton

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an excellent location close to Mt. Rushmore and other attractions. I highly recommend this venue.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in cabin 59 one of the newest cabins. It was spacious, clean and the beds were comfortable. Loved having the gas fireplace and the view off the back deck. Breakfast was wonderful, coffee was great would definitely stay here again and recommend this property to friends and family.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Tony

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a quick overnight stay, but enjoyed the cabin. Spacious, very clean, and looked to be newly renovated. Friendly staff and great restaurant on site.Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Martin

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Cheri

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First trip out west.
The air conditioners are loud. Our frig made loud noice in tbe middle of the night. When i put my durty linen outside they did not return clean because i did not fill put some form which was not explained to us. When i called the office about not getting linen back, i was snapped at about how i needed to learn about the form. It has a great restaurant so it is very busy and noisy with traffic.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Would stay again now that I know the ropes!!!
Driving up we were a little concerned as there were no signs for check in! Signage is not very good for anything except the restaurant! Once I got someone to the desk, checkin was easy! Parking was difficult in the room area! With a truck, it was impossible to maneuver into a parking space! The room was quaint and comfortable! The AC was loud but drowned out road noise! The system of providing what was needed daily with a checklist was clever! A few suggestions: motion lights for night arrivals so you can see the step and walkway from the parking lot; phone didn’t work and we could not find ice machine! It would be nice to have a list of general info in each room! After I realized the phone didn’t work, I used my cell to call the front desk and had to search to find the number!! Again, a helpful info sheet would’ve been nice!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Cabin experience with convenience
Rustic small cabin. On site restaurant was excellent! Great location for the sites we wanted to experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My review .
Excellant accomidations, the cabins were wonderfull and we would reccomend the lodgeing and the resturant to any of our friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024