Name: Econo Lodge, Downtown Custer Near Custer State Park and Mt Rushmore
Address: 342 Mount Rushmore Road, Custer, South Dakota, United States of America, Custer, South Dakota, US
Price range: $82–$216 per night
Rating: 7.95

What guests think

Econo Lodge, Downtown Custer Near Custer State Park and Mt Rushmore delivers a budget, no-frills stay with a central downtown location, walkable dining and shops, generally clean, comfortable rooms, and friendly staff that many guests found helpful during busy periods.

Common drawbacks include no elevator in this two-story property, a closed pool that some say is still shown online, limited parking, and a basic continental breakfast. Rooms are older and simple; bathrooms can be very small, Wi-Fi may be slow, and occasional maintenance or odor issues appear. Expect a simple, centrally located base for exploring the Black Hills.

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Facilities

Two-story property with no elevator is noted repeatedly, and parking can be tight. The pool is closed or unavailable despite mentions in some listings.

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8

Rachel

Jul 28, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Pretty nice facility, very limited breakfast. Pool is broken indefinitely which sucked but could use other pools of same brand nearby. Great location.

8

Amanda

Jul 13, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Parking can be limited and the AC is set to only stay on 10 minutes at night but the staff, location, and hotel overall is great.

10

Nicholas

Jul 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very safe and clean. No elevator. Parking lot was tight.

10

glorine

Aug 28, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Need to get a bigger parking lot when possible. More handicap parking spaces.

10

William

Sep 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good staff Clean 2 Story motel with NO Elevator

8

Brenda

Jun 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No elevator needs to be stated. Limited continental breakfast.

8

Johnny

Jun 27, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

It doesn’t have a pool like it said and the parking lot is small not much room

6

Clint

Jun 29, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The pool was closed. Very disappointed, they did offer for us to go to another property to swim. Kind of a pain. Staff was friendly. No room service during our stay. But was clean and comfortable. Wish they’d take pool off online advertising. That was one reason we chose that place.

8

Jacqueline

Jul 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is on main street near shopping and restaurants. We parked our car and walked everywhere. The breakfast is really nothing to write home about. However, there are breakfast restaurants close by. The rooms are dated but since the location is great, we didn't really mind. The biggest drawback is there is no elevator. Would stay here again for confience sake.

6

Chris

Jul 24, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

It was easy to get to and clean. The pool was permanently closed and the parking is tight.

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Cleanliness

Many guests found rooms and common areas clean, but there are recurring complaints about dirty carpets, lingering odors, and occasional issues like stained bedding or bathroom mold. Housekeeping frequency felt inconsistent for some longer stays.

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Anna

Sep 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Not as clean as it could be.

10

Cindy

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Was able to walk to shopping and restaurants. Hotel and room clean. Be sure to check out the Gold Pan Saloon! The oldest saloon in the Black Hills. Lots of taxidermy and warm, lodgy atmosphere.

4

Leah

May 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The place smelled awful, but it was right in downtown Custer and the cheapest option for miles. The location was great, but the hotel was less than impressive.

8

LaVay

Jun 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very small bathroom and the carpet was not clean especially in the hall and on the stairs. FYI there isn’t an elevator. The check in person was great! Room was as clean as it could be since it was an older hotel. Love the area and the price

10

Jennifer

Jul 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean

6

Kevin

Jun 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Ac turned on for 30 seconds to a minute then off all night long. Room had a smell.

10

Paul

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location for a few days stop in Custer. 20 minutes drive to Black Elk and Sylvan Lake. 5 minute walk to restaurants, brewery, shops. The room was fresh and clean, the AC was loud but didn't need it at night, and the bed was really comfortable. The staff was great! Friendly and helpful. I used the laundry room which was clean and everything worked well. Parking was easy and the whole area is very safe and quiet at night, even with the bikers in town for Sturgis. Would stay again!

10

Jill

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location downtown. Clean, spacious room.

6

Paula

Jun 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was a place to sleep, the bathroom had what looked like black mold on the ceiling and a sign on the door that said not to shower with the door open because it would set off the smoke alarm! The beds were fair. We got some sleep but don’t think I would ever stay here again. Also the town literally closes down by like 9 - 10 p.m. so eat early and get snacks.

6

Hoang

Jun 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The bed sheet was so dirty and the room. I got bugs bit all over my body!

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Rooms

Rooms are older and basic, with many finding the beds comfortable. Bathrooms are very small, some AC units are noisy or awkward to adjust, Wi-Fi can be slow, and occasional maintenance problems occur.

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Toni

Aug 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Bathroom so small, you can't turn around in it. One of the queen beds was dirty. Looked like bloody residue

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Bryan

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel was sufficient for what we needed...a place to sleep for a night. Very dated and run down feeling. Definitely not worth the over $200 for one night we paid but with the bike rally in Sturgis starting it was expected.

10

Paul

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location for a few days stop in Custer. 20 minutes drive to Black Elk and Sylvan Lake. 5 minute walk to restaurants, brewery, shops. The room was fresh and clean, the AC was loud but didn't need it at night, and the bed was really comfortable. The staff was great! Friendly and helpful. I used the laundry room which was clean and everything worked well. Parking was easy and the whole area is very safe and quiet at night, even with the bikers in town for Sturgis. Would stay again!

4

Marlene

Jun 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in person wasn’t friendly and was grumpy. The bathroom was the smallest I have ever been in.

8

Edwin

Aug 25, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Overall much better than the price point and I will stay there again if in Custer. The only negative is the WiFi. Slower than I remember dial up.

6

Kathryn

Jul 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The breakfast waffles are not the kind you make yourself; they are the dry, tasteless toaster version. The rest of the breakfast offerings were minimal. In the room, the air conditioner is designed to be at floor level. Instead it is placed above your head, with the controls facing the ceiling. To adjust, you need to stand on a chair and use a flashlight. I never understand why breakfast must close at exactly 9 am when the check out isn't until 11. We're on vacation; no need to get up early. Would not stay there again.

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Lorena

Jul 28, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Extremely small bathroom. We stayed 3 nights 4 days and it was never cleaned. Very old hotel.

8

Jacqueline

Jul 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is on main street near shopping and restaurants. We parked our car and walked everywhere. The breakfast is really nothing to write home about. However, there are breakfast restaurants close by. The rooms are dated but since the location is great, we didn't really mind. The biggest drawback is there is no elevator. Would stay here again for confience sake.

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Crystal

Aug 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Older property with window unit type air conditioners but place was clean and the bed was very comfortable!

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kurt

Aug 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Bed was broken. Reported broken the next morning and was told it was fixed when arrived back. Linens was on floor. Requested new linens and housekeeping was gone. Front desk replaced linen and in the process bed has broken again. Requested a new room and was given.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful, with easy check in and offers of assistance. A few guests reported rude interactions, key card hassles, or preregistration requests not honored.

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Scott

Sep 20, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Rooms were clean. Front desk gals were very friendly when we checked in. We came pulling a trailer and they helped with parking overnight since there isnt room at the properrty. Very limited items if you're looking for breakfast.

10

Nathan

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was amazing. The women who worked their both at night and day where great. I talked w the one at night and she was very helpful

10

Kimberly

Jul 7, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent location close to shops and restaurants. Front desk staff was very helpful. Rooms are basic but very clean and quiet. There is no elevator but front desk attendant offered to help with luggage as I was traveling with my elderly parent.

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Robert

Sep 21, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Staff tried to be very accommodating.I filled out the preregistration and requested a room on the first floor. They said they never got the request so I had to start all over. We had to drag our luggage up the stairs. Extremely difficult for older people. We had to request items like toilet paper and klenex for our room.Our room keys never worked and we were constantly having to get the keys reprogrammed.The breakfast bar was crowded with a a very poor selection of breakfast items. It was poor enough to where we always went out to breakfast some where else. I will never stay at this hotel again!

10

Rebecca

Aug 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly staff. Easy check in.

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Marlene

Jun 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in person wasn’t friendly and was grumpy. The bathroom was the smallest I have ever been in.

8

Jennifer

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was helpful and friendly. Being here during Bike Week can cause a certain level of stress for staff. The young lady who checked us in was calm and courteous each time we walked past the front desk.

8

Lane

May 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, very friendly and courteous staff!

10

LAUNA

Jun 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff were very friendly and helpful! Easy to walk around the town from the motel

8

Brian

Sep 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Rude desk clerk

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Location

Central downtown Custer location that’s walkable to shops and restaurants and convenient for drives to Custer State Park, Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse, and other Black Hills sights. Some guests also noted it felt safe and quiet at night.

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Ray

Jul 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was a straightforward and budget friendly hotel. Downtown Custer was all within walking distance.

10

Cindy

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Was able to walk to shopping and restaurants. Hotel and room clean. Be sure to check out the Gold Pan Saloon! The oldest saloon in the Black Hills. Lots of taxidermy and warm, lodgy atmosphere.

8

Luke

Sep 16, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This is always a nice place to stay- the hotel is in good shape and it’s right down town Custer- easy to walk to restaurants and shops.

10

Paul

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location for a few days stop in Custer. 20 minutes drive to Black Elk and Sylvan Lake. 5 minute walk to restaurants, brewery, shops. The room was fresh and clean, the AC was loud but didn't need it at night, and the bed was really comfortable. The staff was great! Friendly and helpful. I used the laundry room which was clean and everything worked well. Parking was easy and the whole area is very safe and quiet at night, even with the bikers in town for Sturgis. Would stay again!

10

Jill

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location downtown. Clean, spacious room.

10

Gregory

Jul 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Central location

10

Marty

Sep 1, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location.

8

Nessa

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Walking distance to restaurants. Nice location and property is clean. You get what you pay for with the breakfast but overall it was alright.

8

Terry

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Easy walking access to several dining options and easy drive to several local attractions....Crazy Horse, Mount Rushmore, and Custer State Park.

10

Anand

May 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good value for money and great location. 30 mins from Mt Rushmore and iron Mountain road.

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Dining

Breakfast is a basic continental with limited variety; several guests found it underwhelming while a few thought it was fine. Multiple reviews note it ends around 9 a.m., and nearby restaurants are common alternatives.

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Jack

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

An older hotel with a basic breakfast. The stay was quiet and comfortable while we explored some of the black hills. The staff was helpful and friendly.

10

Timothy

Jul 26, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Reasonable price for hotel in resort town. Free breakfast was limited.

8

Scott

Sep 20, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Rooms were clean. Front desk gals were very friendly when we checked in. We came pulling a trailer and they helped with parking overnight since there isnt room at the properrty. Very limited items if you're looking for breakfast.

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christine

Jun 8, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Property is older but clean and beds are comfortable. Its too bad no hot breakfast or hard boiled eggs being gluten intolerant meant not much offered for me.

8

Sarah

May 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean, comfortable room, centrally located in Custer. Could do a better job with the breakfast and snacks, but I was impressed with what I got for the price.

8

Brenda

Jun 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No elevator needs to be stated. Limited continental breakfast.

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Kathryn

Jul 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The breakfast waffles are not the kind you make yourself; they are the dry, tasteless toaster version. The rest of the breakfast offerings were minimal. In the room, the air conditioner is designed to be at floor level. Instead it is placed above your head, with the controls facing the ceiling. To adjust, you need to stand on a chair and use a flashlight. I never understand why breakfast must close at exactly 9 am when the check out isn't until 11. We're on vacation; no need to get up early. Would not stay there again.

8

Nessa

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Walking distance to restaurants. Nice location and property is clean. You get what you pay for with the breakfast but overall it was alright.

10

Scott

Jul 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Front staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was great

8

Deanna

Sep 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Pretty good value for the money, although the continental breakfast wasn't that great. Everything else was fine except for a loose outlet cover that made the outlet unusable.

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Month	Average price
January	$102
February	$103
March	$102
April	$96
May	$80
June	$104
July	$117
August	$119
September	$109
October	$108
November	$114
December	$99

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16	17	18 $216	19 $198
20 $159	21 $100	22 $88	23 $103	24 $186	25 $170	26 $170
27 $153	28 $86	29 $82	30 $82

Econo Lodge, Downtown Custer Near Custer State Park and Mt Rushmore

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