Powder House Lodge

3.5 star property
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In-room dining
1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Restaurant
Restaurant
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
$127
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8

Explore the area

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24125 Hwy 16A, Keystone, SD, 57751
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Rushmore Tramway Adventures
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Mount Rushmore
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

#43 King Bed Cabin- Duplex

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

#42 Discovery Cabin (Duplex)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 232 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

#14 Standard Motel Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 260 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

#41 Settler Cabin- 2 Room Cabin (Duplex)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 460 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

#56 All-American Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 384 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

#15 Two Queen Motel Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 260 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

#57 All-American Cabin

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 384 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

#35 Prospector Room (6- Plex)

  • 305 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

#55 All-American Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 384 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

#40 Settler Cabin- 2 Room Cabin (Duplex)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 460 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

#11 ADA King Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 260 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

#33 Prospector Room (6- Plex)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 305 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

#54 Deluxe Family Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 448 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

#12 ADA King Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 260 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

#34 Prospector Room (6- Plex)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 305 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

#32 Prospector Room (6- Plex)

  • 305 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

#52 Deluxe Family Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 448 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

#53 Deluxe Family Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 448 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

#30 Prospector Room (6- Plex)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 305 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

#50 Deluxe Family Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 448 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

#31 Prospector Room (6- Plex)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 305 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

#51 Deluxe Family Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 448 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

#27 King Bed Cabin- Duplex

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

#28 King Bed Cabin- Duplex

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

#26 King Bed Cabin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

#25 King Bed Cabin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

#44 Honeymoon Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 384 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

#45 All-American Cabin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 384 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

#23 Pioneer Room- 4 Plex

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 190 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

#24 Pioneer Room- 4 Plex

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 190 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

#22 Pioneer Room- 4 Plex

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 190 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

#21 Pioneer Room- 4 Plex

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 190 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

#19 Two Queen Motel Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

#17 Two Queen Motel Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

#18 Two Queen Motel Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

#58 Trailblazer Cabin

  • 544 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

#16 Two Queen Motel Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

#59 Trailblazer Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 544 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

#71 Homestead Cabin

  • 1584 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 13
  • 2 King Beds, 2 Queen Beds, 2 Twin Beds, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

#10 Family Get-Away Cabin

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1288 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 Queen Beds and 2 Queen Sofa Beds

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About this property

Powder House Lodge

3.5-star Keystone lodge close to 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.

The lodge offers a restaurant and a snack bar/deli. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. This Keystone lodge also offers a seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Complimentary self parking is available on site, along with a car charging station.

Powder House Lodge is a smoke-free property.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge.
Powder House Lodge has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: USD 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lever door handles
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1940
  • Renovated entire property - 2013
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop 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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 90 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

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. 694 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 220 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1012 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mariah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was warm and welcoming. The room was clean with comfortable beds and pillows. The bathroom was nice and spacious with enough enough towels for everyone. There was a restaurant on site that had a great selection of food. The outdoor pool was open and heated. Plenty to do in the area all within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice. Good location to visit Mount Rushmore and visit Custer State Park for numerous hikes. Enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Amitabho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is in a great location that is close to things to do. It's also in the beautiful Black Hills.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuriy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice comfy beds, shoer, all modern, clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Robin, Sherman Oaks

Disliked: Amenities
Room was not what was pictured.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the Powder House Lodge. On our way to Mt. Rushmore, heading home to Reno, Nevada. We made reservations while driving, took a chance and made the right choice. Excellent place to stay. We stayed over night and plan a return trip and stay for several days. The food at the restaurant was outstanding, as was the staff, our room and the surrounding area. A really good location to kick back and enjoy the quiet.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Wataga

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Everyone made us feel like we were with old friends. Restaurant was excellent. Gavin our waiter was top notch. Our only problem was that we weren’t lucky enough to sit in his section for both of our visits. Room was clean and comfortable. Cabin decor.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property exceeded my expectations. The staff was very friendly, it had the best restaurant in the area (the server Gavin was one of the best servers we've ever had), and it even had an EV charger - which wasn't advertised. I'd highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

SAMI

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cozy family cabin. Very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good deal for price, just needs a little attention

The room was clean, charming cabin look. The bed was comfortable. For the money you pay for the room, overall it was good. The restaurant was very good and would go back just to eat there. The location was great. 8 minutes to Mt Rushmore and just around corner from shops. The reason we gave 4 stars instead of 5, the air unit for the room was extremely loud, we finally turned it off, but then the mini fridge was loud when the compressor turned on during its cycles. Made for a long night. Also, being one with allergies to fragrance, the room had so much fragrance in it, I had to take benedryl. It was strong. I would advise the managers to consider using less of whatever they are using. It was overpowering. I would pass on staying there again just because of that reason.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and outstanding Staff Resturant food is high quality. A top notch destination.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great restaurant with some of the best food for very reasonable prices. Nice cabins with patio.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Opening Day! Great Time!

Stayed in cabin #59 at the top of the property. It was near the toad but felt so secluded. The cabin was clean and newly furnished. The restaurant was yummy, too. I’ll be back just to visit Powder House Lodge!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD, Dallas

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Perry

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrific restaurant. Beautiful property. Pet friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely area and really enjoyed the room and adjacent restaurant.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Olivia

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying here!!! Have stayed here several times and never had a bad experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

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

Traveled 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