Powder House Lodge

3.5 star property
Lodge with free parking, near Big Thunder Gold Mine
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Front of property
Outdoor dining
Property entrance
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Outdoor dining

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
  • Powder House Lodge and Restaurant
    1 min walk
  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    32 min drive

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 the area

Keystone

In Keystone .You'll find Big Thunder Gold Mine and Mount Rushmore National Memorial within 3 miles (5 km) of this lodge. Also, Rushmore Tramway Adventures is within 3 miles (5 km) and Mount Rushmore is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Big Thunder Gold Mine - 3 min drive
  • Rushmore Tramway Adventures - 4 min drive
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 4 min drive
  • Mount Rushmore - 11 min drive
  • Sylvan Lake - 30 min drive

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cruizzers - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Boss' Pizza & Chicken - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Big Thunder Bar and Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Prairie Berry Winery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ruby House Restaurant - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Powder House Lodge

3.5-star lodge near Big Thunder Gold Mine
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.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1940
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Onsite shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
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.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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 common area(s)

Things to do

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

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

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.

Property payment types

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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
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Powder House Hotel Keystone
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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

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved stay beautiful stand alone cabins. Will definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and staff was friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this hotel! It was cozy and clean. A major highlight was the restaurant which was very close and had reasonably priced food. It is in the middle of so much and close to the town of Keystone which is unique. The only negative is our room/cabin had a lot of road noise but not a big deal.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Our little “cabin room” was definitely a match for our visits to old mining towns and hiking. After we had a large rocking chair moved out of the room, we had adequate space for our suitcase. The small bathroom could be improved simply by adding hooks to dry towels. The restaurant was wonderful in all aspects.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Leo

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

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice rustic feel, but within easy driving distance of Keystone, Rapid City, Custer SP, Mount Rushmore, etc.; I wanted someplace that didn't feel like a chain hotel, and Powder House Lodge delivered.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great food and comfortable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

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

8/10 Good

Patricia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient. The food in the restaurant was outstanding. Not sure what went wrong but we did not stay in a cabin as we wanted. When first arriving the greeting was not too friendly. All in all it was ok.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Dennis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Our cabin was wonderful. The food in their restaurant was very good and reasonably priced. The lady that checked us in could have made her guests feel more welcome. I think she might have too many things to do at one time and is also suffering from what I call, “end of the season “ syndrome. So overlooking that, we loved the Powder House Lodge and would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I slept well and the shower and washcloth were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Stephen, Saint John

Travelled with family
Nice stay. The restaurant was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Dianne, Howell

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not my cup of tea. Minuscule bathroom. Peeling Formica. Dangerous steps to door (our duplex neighbor fell completely on her recently replaced hip. Both my husband and myself tripped multiple times going in and out. Should have a caution tape on it). Food was ok. Others seemed to enjoy it. But my steak dinner was inedible. The room was so dark we needed our phone flashlights to see what was in our suitcase. Lovely area of the Black Hills and convenient to Mt Rushmore.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay very much. The cabin was clean and comfortable. It was great having a restaurant as good as that one on the premises. Staff was efficient and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pete

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great and accommodating. Property was fantastic and location was ideal. Only down side was traffic noise from main road
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024