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Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn

Property class: 2.5
Hotel near Rocky Knolls Golf Course in Custer

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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310 W Mount Rushmore Rd, Custer, SD, 57730
  • Place, Black Hills National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, 1881 Courthouse Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Rocky Knolls Golf Course
    ‪14 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Microwave

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Microwave

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • City view
  • 392 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Microwave

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Microwave

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(58 reviews)
  • City view
  • 392 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (1st Floor;Pet Friendly)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • City view
  • 392 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wooden headboard, a bench, a round table, and a chair.

Suite, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 472 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a dining area.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 392 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Suite, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • City view
  • 472 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a desk, a chair, and a microwave.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 392 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • City view
  • 392 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 392 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(59 reviews)
  • City view
  • 392 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a bench, a table with chairs, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 392 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

About the neighborhood

Custer

In Custer .Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Rocky Knolls Golf Course and 1881 Courthouse Museum. Also, Black Hills National Forest is within 2 miles (3 km) and Stockade Lake is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Black Hills National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • French Creek Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • 1881 Courthouse Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Rocky Knolls Golf Course - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Gates Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Miner's Cup - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Purple Pie Place - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Baker's Bakery & Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Buglin' Bull Restaurant and Sports Bar - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn

Hotel near Rocky Knolls Golf Course in Custer
A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. There's an onsite 24-hour business center. Free breakfast is served daily. An indoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn. Self parking is free.

This Custer hotel is smoke free.

  • 88 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn offers 88 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

32-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: High-speed internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 2 and April 25.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 35 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 80 lbs per pet)
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per stay.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 35 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
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, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Best Western Buffalo Ridge
Best Western Buffalo Ridge Custer
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Best Western Custer
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Best Buffalo Ridge Custer
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn to the airport?

Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn is 49.7 mi (64-min drive) away from the Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn.

Does Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn offer free breakfast?

Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn offers free full breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn have a pool?

Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn features an indoor pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from October 2 to April 25.

Does Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn to downtown Custer?

Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn is 0.6 mi away from Custer.

Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 451 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 334 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 129 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1001 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had everything I needed for the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, quiet, good breakfast, staff was excellent.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very clean rooms and the pool was nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fine accommodations booked on short notice. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and comfortable. Breakfast was awesome. Pool was clean and bigger than most hotel pools we come across.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great home base for exploring the Black Hills area sites.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the staff friendly, and the breakfast good.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It had all we needed and then some! Helpful friendly staff, good breakfast, clean room!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Was clean and suited our needs
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and good breakfast. But it is over priced for an old motel. Was charged $900 for five nites.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For an older motel, it was very well maintained and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, and a quiet stay! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Breakfast was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Overall good for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and recently remodeled. The location was excellent and well maintained.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value - great staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Decent breakfast. Close to everything
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. The staff were very helpful and pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location but our room was not very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Custer State Park was close
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good with room. Breakfast was just average.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Pros: close to attractions and walking distance for restaurants Reasonable prices Full service breakfast Cons: Old/outdated Was given a room that had not been cleaned from previous guest
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026

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