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Rocket Motel

2.0 star property
Motel perfectly located for exploring Custer

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Welcome to the iconic Rocket Motel, where a bold neon sign sets the tone for a unique stay.
Cozy retreat with a single bed, desk, and flat-screen TV.
Compact kitchen with a white countertop, sink, and microwave, featuring a framed photograph on the wall.
Kitchen features a sink, cabinetry, and a framed photograph on the wall.
Relax in a charming outdoor seating area surrounded by a low stone wall and lush greenery.

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
211 Mt. Rushmore Rd, Custer, SD, 57730
  • 1881 Courthouse Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Crazy Horse Memorial
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Sylvan Lake
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Custer

Heart of Custer.Within a 5-minute walk of this Custer motel, you'll find Grand Magic Show and Way Park. 1881 Courthouse Museum and French Creek Park are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • 1881 Courthouse Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Rocky Knolls Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Custer State Park - 12 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Crazy Horse Memorial - 14 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Sylvan Lake - 16 min drive - 8.9 miles

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Baker's Bakery & Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Purple Pie Place - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Buglin' Bull Restaurant and Sports Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Miner's Cup - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Rocket Motel

Motel perfectly located for exploring Custer
As a guest of Rocket Motel, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. WiFi is free in public spaces. Rocket Motel also features a garden and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Custer motel.

  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Rocket Motel offers 27 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Kitchenettes offer refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments
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 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

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.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 percent

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 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Rocket Motel to the airport?

Rocket Motel is 49.4 mi (62-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 Rocket Motel?

As of Jul 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rocket Motel on Jul 23, 2025 start from $149.0, 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 Rocket Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Rocket Motel.

Does Rocket Motel offer free breakfast?

Rocket Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Rocket Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Rocket Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Rocket Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Rocket Motel have a pool?

Rocket Motel does not have a pool.

Does Rocket Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Rocket Motel to downtown Custer?

Rocket Motel is 0.2 mi away from Custer.

Rocket Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 210 out of 287 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 64 out of 287 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 287 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 287 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 287 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners extremely helpful. Room clean and well maintained. Coffee (aka Rocket Fuel) setup and overall ambience well thought out. Ended up staying extra night.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute hotel, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dagmar

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the 50s diner decor all around. Very friendly host!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay as usual. Our go to spot in Custer. It was a very cold and breezy night, the room heater took some time to warm the room up. Looking forward to our next visit.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

janis

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

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great "little" hidden gem in a great town. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arlene

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was all great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cherri

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Earl

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Dan, Overland Park

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Retro! Very clean and quiet. It is obvious the owner takes great pride in the rooms. No breakfast...but the coffee was excellent. Smaller rooms, but everything is perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute retro hotel, clean and very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

John, Affton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at nice drive up motel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Immaculate!

This local business was run by an extremely friendly and helpful couple. They take pride in their motel and want their guests to have a great experience. It is well maintmaintained, cool, retro decor and immaculately clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Basic amenities with dining close by. Well run by local people.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc

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

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

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

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is the nicest motel at which I’ve ever been fortunate enough to stay. Perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

TerriAnn

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rocket Motel is retro and so cute! I was doing the Lean Horse 100 mile running race and the motel was a short walk to the start line. The staff are all super nice and accommodating and I really just liked the overall vibe of the place. I stay at a lot of hotels for work and this was a nice break from the chain hotel feeling as it is locally owned , unique, and has very cool neon decor outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024