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4.3 out of 5

"Excellent view and perfect sized cabin! We required no staff interaction since we brought our own food, trash bags, etc. Great stay! " More

By a verified traveler on Sat 08 Aug 2020

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Hotel Description

Beachfront lodge near Sylvan Lake

On the beach

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).

Renovated in 2022

A restaurant and a bar/lounge are featured at this lodge. Free self parking, a snack bar/deli, and a grocery/convenience store are also offered.

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Hill View

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max
$261* Per night/room Oct 1 - Oct 2

Premium Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Valley View

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Signature Cabin, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Park View

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Presidential Cabin

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 19 Max

Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort ratings based on 3 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.3 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 3.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort

Family (2)
4 out of 5
Beautiful location.

Posted by , from FOREST CITY on Aug 17, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Aug 17, 2023 by JM

Thank you for staying with us. Glad you enjoyed your stay.

4 out of 5
Excellent view and perfect sized cabin! We required no staff interaction since we brought our own food, trash bags, etc. Great stay!

Posted by , from Omaha on Aug 8, 2020

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5 out of 5
our cabin was amazing with a fantastic view. we ate dinner at the lodge

Posted by on Jun 11, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jun 11, 2019 by James Jackson

Thank you for the five star review we truly strive for five.

About the Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort

Location 24572 Highway 87, Custer, SD 57730

Renovations + Closures

The property is closed between October 22 and April 28.

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. 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
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • 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

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking , Parking (limited spaces)

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

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.

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Shower and tub combination
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Blackout drapes
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Unique furnishings
  • Connecting rooms available

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy local cuisine breakfast daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort has a restaurant on site.

Nearby Activities

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Game viewing nearby
  • Fishing on site
  • Game drive nearby
  • Safari nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails on site
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Cave exploring/spelunking nearby
  • Kayaking on site
  • Paddleboard on site
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Rowing or canoeing on site
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water sports equipment

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 2:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

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. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 11 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

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

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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. This property advises that enhanced cleaning measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property is not currently implementing any guest safety measures
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Property does not follow sanitization practices of any association
  • Staffed front desk
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector

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 14 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Lake Sylvan
  • Lake Sylvan Lodge
  • Sylvan Lake
  • Sylvan Lake Custer
  • Sylvan Lake Lodge
  • Sylvan Lake Lodge Custer
  • Sylvan Lodge
  • Sylvan Lake Hotel Custer
  • Sylvan Lake Lodge Custer State Park Resort
  • Sylvan Lake Lodge State Park Resort
  • Sylvan Lodge State Park
  • Sylvan At Custer State Park
  • Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort Lodge
  • Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort Custer
  • Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort Lodge Custer

You should know

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

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.