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Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort

2.5 star property
Beach lodge near Sylvan Lake

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Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort

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Exterior detail
Premium Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Valley View | View from room
Signature Cabin, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Park View | Individually furnished, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Presidential Cabin | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave
Premium Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Valley View | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Overview of Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort

Reviews
7.6

Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services

Check out the area

Map
24572 Highway 87, Custer, SD, 57730
  • Popular LocationSylvan Lake10 min walk
  • Popular LocationNeedles Highway9 min drive
  • Popular LocationCrazy Horse Memorial26 min drive
  • AirportRapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)58 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave | Individually furnished, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premium Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Valley View

Premium Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Valley View | Individually furnished, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Premium Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Valley View

  • 800 sq ft
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Hill View

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Hill View | Individually furnished, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Hill View

  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Custer

In state park.Stay at this Custer lodge and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Sylvan Lake and 2 miles (3 km) of Custer State Park. Needles Highway is within 6 miles (10 km) and Black Hills National Forest is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Sylvan Lake - 10 min walk
  • Needles Eye - 4 min drive
  • Needles Highway - 9 min drive
  • Mount Rushmore - 22 min drive
  • Crazy Horse Memorial - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • Alpine Inn - 14 min drive
  • Buglin' Bull Restaurant and Sports Bar - 13 min drive
  • Purple Pie Place - 15 min drive
  • Gold Pan Saloon - 13 min drive
  • Laughing Water Restaur - 18 min drive

About this property

Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort

Beach lodge near Sylvan Lake
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. There are 2 meeting rooms available. Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort also features gift shops/newsstands, coffee/tea in a common area, and a fireplace in the lobby. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort was completed in May 2022.

This Custer lodge is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 67 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1930
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Wedding services available
  • Convenience store
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort offers 67 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in May 2022.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM–10:00 AM for a fee: USD 17 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Paddleboard
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Shopping
  • Water sports equipment

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (40 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with premium channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 22 and April 28.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 3 percent destination fee will be charged
  • Administrative fee: USD 1 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 17 per person

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Lake Sylvan
Lake Sylvan Lodge
Sylvan Lake
Sylvan Lake Custer
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort to the airport?

Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort is 44.1 mi (58-min drive) away from the Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort?

As of Apr 20, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort on Apr 24, 2024 start from $189.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort.

How close is Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort to the beach?

This lodge is 14.8 mi (24-min drive) from Sheridan Lake South and 16.7 mi (27-min drive) from Sheridan Lake North. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort, but local cuisine breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 17 per person. It's available every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort have a pool?

Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort does not have a pool.

Does Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort to downtown Custer?

Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort is 5.7 mi away from Custer.

Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 177 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 177 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 177 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 177 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 177 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Elizabeth, Sioux Falls

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
We attended a wedding on this property and we had higher expectations for the hotel considering the high price. The area is beautiful and the staff is very friendly and attentive. The price is exorbitant considering the condition of the hotel and the tv's have limited channels and were NOT High Definition, just like the old days. The food in the dining room was not worth the price tag.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant was winding down for the season so the servers were actually housekeeping staff and they were out of most of the wines that we wanted.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

MICHELLE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sylvan Lake Lodge A+++
Amazing place to stay with views from every angle. The rooms was beautiful and just redone. The restaurant dinner was delicious!! We will definitely come back. Simply 5+++Stars in our opinion.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arvidene

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff service was great Ice Machine was not available / Broken
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

AIDAN, FOREST CITY

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location.

10/10 Excellent

mary

Everyone was friendly and helpful. Great place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Victor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Bedding was great and room was clean Hotel has renovations going on only down fall
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Superb location. The dining room was not good and very expensive. The dining room and bar closed at 8 pm which is ridiculous. The room had no headboards and only one nightstand between the beds. No reading lights either. For a place that charges a premium amount for everything they didn’t come through. That said it’s a beautiful area and the hiking trails are great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Stayed 1 night in May 2023