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Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel near Rocky Knolls Golf Course in Custer

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Exterior
Business center
Exterior
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Lobby

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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310 W Mount Rushmore Rd, Custer, SD, 57730
  • Place, 1881 Courthouse Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Magic Show
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Rocky Knolls Golf Course
    ‪14 min walk‬

Room options

Pet Friendly King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Microwave

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Microwave

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(47 reviews)
  • 392 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

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

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 472 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Suite, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 472 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 392 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 392 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 392 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)
  • 392 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 392 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Mobility Accessible King Bed Room(Bathtub)

  • Sleeps 2

Mobility Accessible Two Queen Bed Room(Bathtub)

  • Sleeps 4

Queen Room with Sofabed

  • Sleeps 4

Two Queen Room with Fireplace

  • Sleeps 4

Two Queen Room with Sofa Bed

  • Sleeps 5

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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

  • 1881 Courthouse Museum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Grand Magic Show - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Rocky Knolls Golf Course - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Harbach Centennial Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Big Rock Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Baker's Bakery & Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Miner's Cup - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Purple Pie Place - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Frontier Bar And Grill - ‬14 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. A complete renovation of Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn was completed in August 2020.

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 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
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • LED lighting
  • 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

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
This property uses a grey water recycling system
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. This property uses a grey water recycling system. 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
Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn
Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn Custer
Best Western Buffalo Ridge Hotel Custer
Best Western Custer
Custer Best Western
Best Buffalo Ridge Custer
Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn Hotel
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Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn Hotel Custer

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.

Reviews

Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 433 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 377 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 124 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

dale

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We tried to check in at 1:00 which was 2 hours early. Even though our room was ready the young lady wouldn't let us check in unless we paid a $30 fee. My wife's sister had a room at another motel and they had no problem checking in early.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MIN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Makena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Custer, SD

Nice place, friendly staff. Rooms are good size and cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Lori

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was very convenient to Custer State Park, Wind Cave, Jewel Cave, and Sylvan Lake. Our room’s cleanliness was subpar. Something was spilled in our shower and we found a sock laying on the floor from the previous person in our room.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Was not able to turn the A/C off because it was up too high on the wall to reach it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Eric

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No ice or water and very small.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Bruce

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lacey

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I experienced the worst night ever in this hotel room. We found Bed Bugs and told the office and the lady at the front desk acted as if I was inconveniencing her. She did move us to a new room but it only slept 2 people and had one bed when I have 4 people. She brought a small and uncomfortable roll away bed, but the room was so small that it barely fit. There was literally no room to walk around. After we went to the new room, we inspected it and found TONS of bugs everywhere! Not only that but there where crumbs and dust in the corners and on the furniture. The curtains where stained with dirt and little red dots. More evidence of Bed Bugs! Since it was so late and I needed my kids to go to bed we were left with no choice but to stay for the night. My mom and I barely slept that night living with the heebie jeebies. Couldnt wait to check out in the morning... the manager was supposed to contact me, but I never heard from him. I paid $150 to live in hell for a night so I will be avoiding Best Western in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry, San Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Traveled with family
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Erin, DILLON

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked this property last minute and were pleasantly surprised at the quality of breakfast, the clean rooms and the ease of checking in. The coffee was good too. There is a $40 pet fee which surprised us because it was pet friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness
No security on doors for buildings.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

George, Rockford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very responsive and kind.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jan

we needed to cancel our trip because my husband had to have unplanned back surgery, we tried to cancel 3 month in advance. we were unable to.We did not pay for traveler insurance , but other hotels gladly refunded our room since there was so much notice. we also couldn't rebook for next yuear. Frustrating, but lesson learn
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ajay

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

FLOYD

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

Couple Aug 8-11, 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Eddie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favorite thing was the breakfast it was very good
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Property was fine. Staff helpful. Pool difficult to access
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ishtar, Parker

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

anneliese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The bed was very comfortable and the room was very clean!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025