Name: K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Address: 434 Old Hill City Road, Keystone, South Dakota, United States of America, Keystone, South Dakota, US
Price range: $164–$254 per night
Rating: 9.13

What guests think

K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel, earns strong praise for its scenic, secluded setting near Mount Rushmore, with many guests enjoying peaceful grounds, easy access to Keystone, and memorable views of the monument from rooms and common areas.

Breakfast is frequently highlighted for quality and variety, and many find the on-site pub convenient and good when open, though seasonal closures occur. Staff interactions are consistently friendly and helpful, with smooth check-ins and attentive assistance. Rooms are generally comfortable and quiet, with many balconies or patios; several guests note dated decor and occasional minor issues like weak water pressure or small TVs, and limited elevator access in some buildings. Expect a clean, peaceful base for exploring the Black Hills.

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Facilities

Guests enjoy the outdoor hot tub and fire pit; the on-site pub/restaurant is appreciated when open but operates seasonally and may be closed. Parking is convenient, and occasional private events can limit access to shared outdoor spaces.

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Camille

Aug 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent restaurant and very good breakfast. Firepit is a nice option.

10

Kim

Oct 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is just two minutes from Keystone Very nice location. The grounds are nice. Lots of deer and wild turkeys. Our room had a lanai and a lttle view of mount rushmore. You could see Georges head. About 5 minutes from Mount Rushmore. Truly a quiet and great location. We stayed in mid October. Things were going to be shutting down at end of month. The Pub/Bar was closed for season. The morning breakfast was good, staff were great.

10

Laura

Sep 10, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Beautiful property, very clean, friendly staff, great location away from the hustle and bustle of Keystone, yet just a 2-minute drive down to Keystone. Breakfast was good, not great, I guess I expected a little more - it was comparable to what you'd get at a typical hotel chain. The restaurant was very good - wish we would have eaten there more than one night. We loved the little hike around the property, with the little bridge and the deer we saw every day. The hot tub was an amazing way to end the day, with a view of Mount Rushmore in the distance, especially after dark with it lit up. It was very quiet - not the typical hotel where you can hear people above you walking or out in the hallways. We will definitely stay here again if we come back to the area.

10

Carol

Sep 21, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

I love that every room has a patio. The staff are very professional and accommodating. The rooms are a nice size. There are also hot tubs on the property and the parking is free. I really appreciate that breakfast (good breakfast) is included with the stay. We highly recommend this property.

10

Donna

May 18, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The place is very nice and on nice grounds. It is close to everything. Would have preferred to be able to enjoy the fire pit and outside deck which was being used for a wedding/private event. It’s advertised for the guests and should not be part of a private event. We only got to sit out there once for 3 nights with a private event and the weather against us. A private event should not use regular guest amenities.

10

Lori

Oct 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Love the outdoor hot tub and the beautiful property.

10

Toni

Oct 15, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

We stayed at KbarS during our trip to South Dakota. The property is stunning, the staff are all friendly and helpful. There was even an outdoor hot tub between lodges that had a view of Mount Rushmore. So glad we chose this resort

10

Curt

Oct 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The eggs were delightful. The muffin was fresh. Coffee was good. Parking was no trouble.

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Diana

Oct 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was very friendly. Breakfast was a nice start to the day. Only down side was as it was near the end of the season the restaurant on site had closed. Would definitely go back though

10

Erin

Oct 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

They offered a good variety of breakfast items. The hotel layout is great and in a very peaceful location with a side view of mount rushmore. Parking was right next to the building. The staff were friendly and helpful.

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Cleanliness

Rooms and grounds are consistently described as clean and well maintained across reviews.

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John

Sep 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Our first time at the K Bar S. Loved it! Professional and friendly staff, quiet and beautiful setting, clean and comfortable rooms. We'll definitely be back.

10

Cindy

Oct 11, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Room and property was clean and well maintained. Staff was friendly. Beds were very comfortable. Views were excellent. Breakfast was delicious with lots of options.

10

Tracy

Sep 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful location. Clean property. Breakfast was good. Will come back.

10

Anchalii

Jun 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Cleanliness

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stephanie

Jul 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were so friendly and helpful from check-in to check-out. Rooms were comfy and clean. Beautiful views. It was a wonderful place to stay.

10

Gary

Sep 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean everywhere.

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Joel

Oct 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room.

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Judy

Jul 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Every staff person we met was friendly and helpful. Room was clean and comfortable. Excellent breakfast was included.

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Michael Chad

Oct 12, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Very clean! Beautiful property! Staff nice and the breakfast was excellent! From our room we could see Mount Rushmore!

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Michelle

Oct 13, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly staff and clean well maintained property.

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Rooms

Rooms are comfortable and quiet, with many balconies or patios; some feel dated, and a few guests mention minor issues like weak water pressure or small TVs. Not all rooms offer monument views.

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Cindy

Oct 11, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Room and property was clean and well maintained. Staff was friendly. Beds were very comfortable. Views were excellent. Breakfast was delicious with lots of options.

10

Ray

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

K Bar S Lodge is fantastic! View of Black Hills is superb, rooms are furnished with excellent mattresses; reasonably priced meals in their cafe; very tasty complimentary breakfast buffet served in Gazebo with great menu options; gracious and friendly welcoming staff; 15 minutes from Mt Rushmore; Very Friendly guests week before Sturgis Rally! 'Little surprised' that guests are charged 18.5% on top of menu prices to pay salaries of wait staff. Then another tips is optional but encouraged. But we will return to K Bar S on our next trip to Mt Rushmore and Keystone area.

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Jim

Aug 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The setting was interesting, nestled next to cliffs so some rooms had that view which was disappointing while others had the view of Mount Rushmore, which would be the desired view, of course. It’s very close to downtown Keystone and Mount Rushmore which was helpful for tourists. The room amenities were typical, beds were a bit too firm for our liking but the room was clean and was a comfortable place to come back to each day. Continental breakfasts offered good options, hot foods, cereal, danish, and more which was nice for getting the day started. Overall, a pleasant stay.

10

Audrey

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a pretty good view of a portion of Mount Rushmore from our balcony!

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Brenda

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The views were awesome, not from our room, but from the resort. Very good breakfast.

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Abby

Aug 14, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

The rooms could use a little love but they were clean and in decent condition. The breakfast was amazing! Far exceeded my expectations! The location was perfect for everything we wanted to see, Mt Rushmore, Custer, Keystone, Deadwood, Sturgis, etc. Most importantly everyone I experienced at this lodge was so nice and accommodating!!

10

Diane

Jul 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful property close to Mount Rushmore & the town of Keystone. Our room faced Mount Rushmore where we enjoyed sitting on our balcony to take in the monument lit up in the evening. The free breakfast had a great variety of food. The staff very informative and friendly. The room & bathroom older, but clean. My only recommendation for the hotel is to update the rooms. Otherwise, great location on beautiful wooded property.

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Jared

Sep 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This place was great! The views and ambiance were excellent. The property and grounds were well maintained and the rooms were very quiet.

10

Giedre Paulauskaite and David

Oct 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice area, but hotel is a little bit outdated. Breakfast is ok.

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Jeff

Sep 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location and property. Shower has a huge rainfall shower head, but weak water pressure nullifies it. A very small tv for 2025, but good WiFi. Nice breakfast and dining area.

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Service

Service is widely praised as friendly, accommodating, and professional, with smooth check-ins. A few guests noted occasional lapses or inconsistent training.

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Noralee

Sep 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Arrived after 11 hr drive from Yellowstone. Reservation hiccup resolved by front desk staff. Great facility with professional staff. Strongly recommend if you're staying in Keystone and fits your budget.

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Ryan

Jul 24, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great experience from check in to restaurant service, etc. Very friendly and helpful staff.

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john

Jul 29, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice facility. Need to better train the staff.

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stephanie

Jul 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were so friendly and helpful from check-in to check-out. Rooms were comfy and clean. Beautiful views. It was a wonderful place to stay.

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Margi

Aug 22, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

So glad we found this property. It was convenient to everything, but quiet and secluded. The breakfast had extensive options. The employees were very helpful and friendly.

10

Michael

Oct 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Craig at front desk very helpful

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Charlotte

Sep 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great staff. Friendly and helpful.

8

Mary Ann

Sep 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

What a pleasant surprise when we checked in. You can see Mt. Rushmore from the hotel lobby! We received a sincere welcome from Craig and then Laura was very helpful as well. The grounds are beautiful and peaceful. A family of deer slept on the grass outside our balcony and we enjoyed coffee on our patio while enjoying the beautiful pines and of course, the profile of George Washington up on the monument! We would visit again!!

10

Richard

Aug 14, 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

The service was above amazing. We always find that people service well, but in this case they were above and beyond. Thank you K bar S staff.

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Jenny

Jun 29, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Highly highly recommend K Bar S!! We went to the nightly lighting of Mt. Rushmore and it started storming plus it was so dark out. We were relieved to find we were 8 min from K Bar S! The staff was so friendly and accommodating, our room was super clean and comfortable, and the breakfast in the morning was delicious and in such a beautiful glass building! The only negative was that there wasn’t a covered area to walk into a building. We had to walk up to the 2nd floor in the rain. It was worth it though

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Location

Scenic, secluded setting just minutes from Mount Rushmore and Keystone, offering easy access to area attractions. Many appreciate the peaceful atmosphere and monument views from parts of the property.

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Clista

Aug 19, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Great location! Friendly staff!

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martha

Jun 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel near Mount Rushmore, breakfast is excellent. The rooms are clean and beds are comfortable. Will diffidently return. We ate lunch at Pub and food was great as well.

10

Natalie

Jun 5, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Beautiful property perfectly situated in Keystone! Very convenient to all the local attractions and adventures in the Black Hills! Great views and friendly staff, thanks for a great stay!

10

Myron

Jun 13, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Great private location central to all tourist sights. Quiet

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John

Oct 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This was part of a larger trip. We spent several days in the Mount Rushmore area. This hotel was very convenient to all of the local attractions. Nice view of Mount Rushmore from our balcony.

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Jacob

Oct 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Perfect location

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Alan

Aug 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location within minutes of Mt Rushmore but still quiet, secluded and peaceful

10

Tracy

Aug 16, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Beautiful Property close to Mt.Rushmore and Crazy Horse Monument

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Kent

Oct 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This is a beautiful hotel close to Mount Rushmore. You can see MR from the side view at a distance. Everything about this hotel was great. Location, hot tub, firepit, breakfasts, rooms, ...

10

Elly

May 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great away from the crowd location with fabulous view of Mount Rushmore

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Dining

Breakfast is frequently praised for quality and variety. The pub/restaurant is generally well liked when open, but hours can be seasonal, and a few guests noted limited options or extra service charges.

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Cindy

Oct 11, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Room and property was clean and well maintained. Staff was friendly. Beds were very comfortable. Views were excellent. Breakfast was delicious with lots of options.

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Craig

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My wife and I stayed one night on our trip to see Mt. Rushmore. I highly recommend this place. You can see the Mountain from the hotel! The restaurant has good food with a view on the porch. I wish breakfast had been open a little longer.

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Tracy

Sep 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful location. Clean property. Breakfast was good. Will come back.

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Ray

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

K Bar S Lodge is fantastic! View of Black Hills is superb, rooms are furnished with excellent mattresses; reasonably priced meals in their cafe; very tasty complimentary breakfast buffet served in Gazebo with great menu options; gracious and friendly welcoming staff; 15 minutes from Mt Rushmore; Very Friendly guests week before Sturgis Rally! 'Little surprised' that guests are charged 18.5% on top of menu prices to pay salaries of wait staff. Then another tips is optional but encouraged. But we will return to K Bar S on our next trip to Mt Rushmore and Keystone area.

10

Kim

Oct 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is just two minutes from Keystone Very nice location. The grounds are nice. Lots of deer and wild turkeys. Our room had a lanai and a lttle view of mount rushmore. You could see Georges head. About 5 minutes from Mount Rushmore. Truly a quiet and great location. We stayed in mid October. Things were going to be shutting down at end of month. The Pub/Bar was closed for season. The morning breakfast was good, staff were great.

10

Deborah

Sep 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice property, beautiful area, staff was friendly and helpful, rooms very nice and clean, beds were good, balcony on the room with wonderful views. We ate dinner at their restaurant, food was excellent and service phenomenal, breakfast the next morning was awesome. Less than 10 minutes to Mt Rushmore, so great location

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Laura

Sep 10, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Beautiful property, very clean, friendly staff, great location away from the hustle and bustle of Keystone, yet just a 2-minute drive down to Keystone. Breakfast was good, not great, I guess I expected a little more - it was comparable to what you'd get at a typical hotel chain. The restaurant was very good - wish we would have eaten there more than one night. We loved the little hike around the property, with the little bridge and the deer we saw every day. The hot tub was an amazing way to end the day, with a view of Mount Rushmore in the distance, especially after dark with it lit up. It was very quiet - not the typical hotel where you can hear people above you walking or out in the hallways. We will definitely stay here again if we come back to the area.

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sharon

Jul 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The. Property is in a beautiful setting. The bed wAs comfortable. F w it a poor rating because there wAs not hot water for shower either in the evening or in the morning. Both of us got sick from dinner at the lodge. Left a day early. Yes, they did try to fix the water temp, but I don't think they knew what they were doing.

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Janet

Sep 18, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

What a beautiful peaceful place! Great breakfast that’s included and the pub is very convenient with good food. Would definitely stay there again.

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Curt

Oct 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The eggs were delightful. The muffin was fresh. Coffee was good. Parking was no trouble.

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Month	Average price
April	$143
May	$162
June	$226
July	$220
August	$219
September	$203
October	$153
December	$217

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27 $181	28 $170	29 $175	30 $166

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4	5 $175	6 $188	7 $178	8 $176	9	10 $247
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18 $199	19	20	21	22 $176	23 $253	24 $223
25 $214	26 $214	27 $214	28 $214	29 $176	30 $220	31

K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

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