Powder House Lodge

3.5-star lodge near Big Thunder Gold Mine

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Dates

December 2025

January 2026

Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Bar
Pet friendly
Laundry

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24125 Hwy 16A, Keystone, SD, 57751

Place, Big Thunder Gold Mine
‪3 min drive‬
Place, Mount Rushmore National Memorial
‪4 min drive‬
Place, Rushmore Tramway Adventures
‪4 min drive‬
Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
‪31 min drive‬

Room options

#11 ADA King Room

Good

260 sq ft
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

#12 ADA King Room

Good

260 sq ft
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

#14 Standard Motel Room

Exceptional

260 sq ft
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

#15 Two Queen Motel Room

Wonderful

260 sq ft
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

#16 Two Queen Motel Room

Exceptional

320 sq ft
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

#17 Two Queen Motel Room

Exceptional

320 sq ft
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

#18 Two Queen Motel Room

Excellent

320 sq ft
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

#19 Two Queen Motel Room

Wonderful

320 sq ft
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

#21 Pioneer Room- 4 Plex

Exceptional

190 sq ft
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

#22 Pioneer Room- 4 Plex

Excellent

190 sq ft
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

#23 Pioneer Room- 4 Plex

Very good

190 sq ft
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

#24 Pioneer Room- 4 Plex

Wonderful

190 sq ft
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

#25 King Bed Cabin

Wonderful

279 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

#26 King Bed Cabin

Wonderful

279 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

#27 King Bed Cabin- Duplex

Excellent

279 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

#28 King Bed Cabin- Duplex

Exceptional

279 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

#30 Prospector Room (6- Plex)

Exceptional

305 sq ft
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

#31 Prospector Room (6- Plex)

Exceptional

305 sq ft
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

#32 Prospector Room (6- Plex)

305 sq ft
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

#33 Prospector Room (6- Plex)

Exceptional

305 sq ft
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

#34 Prospector Room (6- Plex)

Wonderful

305 sq ft
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

#35 Prospector Room (6- Plex)

305 sq ft
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

#40 Settler Cabin- 2 Room Cabin (Duplex)

Exceptional

460 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 7
1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

#41 Settler Cabin- 2 Room Cabin (Duplex)

Exceptional

460 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 7
1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

#42 Discovery Cabin (Duplex)

Exceptional

232 sq ft
Sleeps 2
2 Queen Beds

#43 King Bed Cabin- Duplex

Excellent

250 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

#44 Honeymoon Cabin

Exceptional

384 sq ft
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

#45 All-American Cabin

Exceptional

384 sq ft
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

#50 Deluxe Family Cabin

Exceptional

448 sq ft
1 bedroom
Mountain view
Sleeps 6
1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

#51 Deluxe Family Cabin

Exceptional

448 sq ft
1 bedroom
Mountain view
Sleeps 6
1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

#52 Deluxe Family Cabin

Exceptional

448 sq ft
1 bedroom
Mountain view
Sleeps 6
1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

#53 Deluxe Family Cabin

Exceptional

448 sq ft
1 bedroom
Mountain view
Sleeps 6
1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

#54 Deluxe Family Cabin

Exceptional

448 sq ft
1 bedroom
Mountain view
Sleeps 6
1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

#55 All-American Cabin

Exceptional

384 sq ft
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

#56 All-American Cabin

Exceptional

384 sq ft
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

#57 All-American Cabin

Exceptional

384 sq ft
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

#58 Trailblazer Cabin

544 sq ft
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

#59 Trailblazer Cabin

Exceptional

544 sq ft
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

#10 Family Get-Away Cabin

Good

1288 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 10
3 Queen Beds and 2 Queen Sofa Beds

32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

#71 Homestead Cabin

1584 sq ft
4 bedrooms
Mountain view
Sleeps 13
2 King Beds, 2 Queen Beds, 2 Twin Beds, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Keystone

In Keystone .You'll find Big Thunder Gold Mine and Mount Rushmore National Memorial within 3 miles (5 km) of this lodge. Also, Rushmore Tramway Adventures is within 3 miles (5 km) and Mount Rushmore is within 6 miles (10 km).

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What's nearby

Gutzon Borglum Historical Center - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
Big Thunder Gold Mine - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
Rushmore Tramway Adventures - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
National Presidential Wax Museum - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Front Porch Restaurant and Bar - ‬3 min drive
‪The Gaslight Restaurant & Saloon - ‬8 min drive
‪Carver's Café - ‬10 min drive
‪Cruizzers - ‬2 min drive
‪Ruby House Restaurant - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Powder House Lodge

3.5-star lodge near Big Thunder Gold Mine

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Powder House Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Keystone lodge is smoke free.

40 guestrooms or units

2 levels

Built in 1940

Deli

Poolside lounge chairs

Charging station for electric cars

Breakfast available (surcharge)

Coffee in lobby

Self-service laundry

Front desk (limited hours)

Staff is multilingual

Tour and ticket information

Convenience store

Terrace

BBQ grill(s)

Outdoor picnic space

Gift shop

Newspapers in lobby (free)

Onsite shopping

No smoking on site

Bar or lounge

Dining venue

Powder House Lodge offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels.

This Keystone lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Similar properties

Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Microwave

Property amenities

Family friendly

Grocery/convenience store
In-room microwave
Laundry facilities
Mini-fridge
Playground
Seasonal outdoor pool
Snack bar/deli

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
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: USD 10 per person
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli

Things to do

Game viewing
Hiking/biking trails
Playground
Seasonal outdoor pool
Shopping

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lever door handles
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Down comforter
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Mini-fridge

Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Free local calls
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between September 9 and May 30.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets: USD 15 per pet, per stay
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 90 lbs per pet)
Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

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.

Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 per person
Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and cash

Cashless transactions are available

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Property is also known as

Powder House Lodge Keystone

Powder House Lodge

Powder House Keystone

Powder House Hotel Keystone

Powder House Lodge Lodge

Powder House Lodge Keystone

Powder House Lodge Lodge Keystone

Frequently asked questions

How close is Powder House Lodge to the airport?

Powder House Lodge is 27.2 mi (32-min drive) away from the Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Powder House Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Powder House Lodge.

How close is Powder House Lodge to the beach?

This lodge is 8.8 mi (13-min drive) from Sheridan Lake South and 10.5 mi (15-min drive) from Sheridan Lake North. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Powder House Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Powder House Lodge, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 10 per person.

Is there a casino at Powder House Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Powder House Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Powder House Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Powder House Lodge have a pool?

Powder House Lodge features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.The pool is closed seasonally each year from September 9 to May 30.

Does Powder House Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Powder House Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Powder House Lodge to downtown Keystone?

Powder House Lodge is 1.2 mi away from Keystone.

Powder House Lodge Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Oct 1, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with partner

Sep 9, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great cabin group with an outstanding restaurant and very helpful people.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Sep 9, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dave

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family

Sep 7, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Staff was very response and professional.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Sep 7, 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherish

Traveled with family

Sep 7, 2025

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

Liked the onsite dining and pool options.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

steven d

Sep 6, 2025

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

Magical place

Cozy, quiet, spectacular scenery, our dog loved it too. We will be back. Stating cabin number 45, which is a freestanding cabin on a hillside, very private porch that backs up to a beautiful forest in Boulder Stream Hill. A mule dear was betting down back there to greet us.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

hirohiko, Itasca

Sep 6, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Sep 3, 2025

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

nicole

Sep 3, 2025

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Sep 3, 2025

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

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrie

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family

Sep 2, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Keystone is a pretty busy town. I liked this place since it was at the edge of the town. If you want to walk to more action, this isn't the place for you. The restaurant was very good, but not pet friendly. The rooms are.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Traveled with family

Sep 2, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Sep 2, 2025

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

Motel room

My husband liked softer pillows than what was in our room, but they were just right for me. I slept like a baby. Room was not cleaned daily, but could be replenished with amenities on a daily basis (I think this was because we were a short stay). No bother for us as I was going to request the same anyway. No one stays in their room all day in this area unless they are sick. Too much to see! Very nice and economical. Restaurant atmosphere was very nice; food was above average. I would definitely stay there again.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Magaly

Sep 2, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Sep 1, 2025

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great place with friendly staff. Great food!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Romay K

Traveled with family

Sep 1, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice cabins with good amenities. Great restaurant on site in a scenic setting. Stayed in cabin #25 which was right above restaurant. Close to many attractions and easy to drive to others that are farther away.

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with partner

Sep 1, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very nice clean cabins. Only a few minutes drive from downtown keystone shops. About an 8 minutes drive to Mt. Rushmore

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Traveled with family

Aug 31, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Diane

Traveled with family and small children

Aug 31, 2025

Given a key to an occupied room. Could have been awful. Begrudgingly given a different room. The smelled of mold. Could never recommend

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kangyi

Aug 31, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

One of the best experiences I ever had in travel. Good food, quiet and clean place, and affordable. Highly recommended!!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

James

Aug 30, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

maria

Traveled with family

Aug 30, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Room comfort

Lovely, Lovely Setting

The setting is absolutely beautiful, up on a hill, surrounded by trees and well cared for grounds. Location is excellent, set back off the highway yet immediate access to it. The cabins are situated very nicely--no one is "jammed" in with their neighbor. The restaurant on premises (just as you enter off the main road) was phenomenal. Excellent food and service; lovely setting! Our cabin had a livingroom, bedroom and loft and I believe it sleeps 8. We were 3 and it felt "smallish." The kitchenette is tiny.Hardly any counterspace. Microwave, coffeemaker and mini (very mini) fridge looked like a kid's play kitchen. There is a round table with 3 chairs only--worked for us but a larger group would have to take turns. We made this work by having only coffee, donuts and danish in our cabin. There is 1 wall AC in the living room/kitchenette area. Despite the temperature outside being cool at night, the AC could not reach the bedroom or loft. The loft was particularly warm/uncomfortable. One of us ended up using the sofabed in the living room instead of the bed in the loft. If we closed our bedroom door, it was quite warm so we slept with that door open as well even though hardly any cool air reached the room. Bathroom was clean and towels were plentiful The wall knob for the heater there didn't work. We reported it the same day we arrived. No one came by...at least not during our stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maren

Traveled with partner

Aug 29, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We booked this lodge after reading reviews on Expedia and were not disappointed. Really cute place, great restaurant, friendly staff, and a perfect location to Keystone for shopping/dining and all the attractions. Would definitely stay again!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Aug 29, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very quaint, rustic style cabin. Restaurant was delicious. All of the servers were great.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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