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4.0 out of 5

"We had a good time, grocery across the street, friendly service. " More

By a verified traveler on Mon 30 Aug 2021

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Hotel Description

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Hill City motel

In Hill City

Your stay at this Hill City motel places you within a 10-minute walk of South Dakota State Railroad Museum and Teddy Bear Town. Granite Sports and Sonja's are also within half a mile (1 km).

Outdoor pool

A seasonal outdoor pool is featured at this motel, along with free WiFi in public areas and a picnic area. Barbecue grills are provided for your convenience.

Traditional Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Traditional Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Traditional Room

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Lantern Inn ratings based on 6 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
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Room cleanliness 4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Lantern Inn

Everyone (4) Couples (1) Family (1)
5 out of 5
We had a good time, grocery across the street, friendly service.

Posted by on Aug 30, 2021

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5 out of 5
Owner, Drew was great. Always on site when we looked for him. Very sociable and friendly. Breakfast was delightful.

Posted by on Jul 15, 2019

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4 out of 5

Wonderful

Location: Hill city South Dakota. Met Rushmore was fantastic . The 1880 train was fun. Custer state Park was close.
We stayed for 4 days and we we very happy. Our room was small but all we needed. Friends stayed on the second floor and had a beautiful view of the men's. The staff were a young couple who had bought the motel. They weer friendly and easy to get along with. Upon leaving we said that we would be bacl.

Posted by , from lenexa on Jun 10, 2017

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2 out of 5

Nice on the outside, not on the inside.

Pros: Not much but the owner was nice.
Cons: Replace carpet and towels.
Location: Fun shopping in little town. Close to Mt. Rushmore and Crazy Horse.
Very dirty looking carpet. Had to run the water forever to get warm water. Towels looked dirty but may have been badly stained.

Posted by , from Michigan on Jul 21, 2016

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4 out of 5

We'll be back!!

If you are looking for a place to stay that will treat you like the best friend they haven't seen in a while, this is it!! So friendly, I felt at HOME. The beds are well dressed and super comfy and the rooms are clean. The pool is small but warm and the breakfast options are few but good. There's a beautiful pond/lake across the street and walking trails around it. Loved my stay and if we go back to SD we'll definitely stay here again!

Posted by , from Lawrence, KS on Aug 3, 2015

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4 out of 5

Close to Mount Rushmore

Pros: Location is quiet.
Cons: Open office before 7 in the morning for early risers to get coffee.
Does not take long to get to Mount Rushmore. Many near by restaurants.

Posted by , from las vegas, nv on Jul 2, 2015

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Property Features

As a guest of Lantern Inn, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. WiFi is free in public spaces. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Hill City motel.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Refrigerator

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Parking (limited spaces)

Transport

  • Parking: Free RV/bus/truck parking

Room Amenities

Lantern Inn offers 18 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable channels
  • Coffee maker
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

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

  • Horse riding nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Cave exploring/spelunking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

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

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 8:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Guests arriving outside of regular check-in hours can use the exterior telephone number for check-in assistance.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 8:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.00 per night.
  • 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted

Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

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, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Restricted number of spaces per unit
  • Number of spaces per unit - 1
  • Front desk opens daily at 7:30 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 8:00 PM
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff does not wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Property does not follow sanitization practices of any association
  • Staffed front desk
  • Guests are not provided with hand sanitizer
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • No elevators
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Debit cards
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.00 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.75 percent

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

Hotel Names

  • Lantern Inn Hill City
  • Lantern Hill City
  • Lantern Inn Motel
  • Lantern Inn Hill City
  • Lantern Inn Motel Hill City

You should know

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in September.
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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.