Lodge at Palmer Gulch

Hotels
8.8 (298 reviews)
12620 Highway 244 , Hill City , us

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Pets allowed
BBQ facilities
Lift / Elevator
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Clean and nice rooms
Good amenities for families
Cons:
Limited breakfast options
Issues with brown water
Some rooms not what expected

Categories

Cleanliness
8.49
Clean, quiet, and the staff was friendly, but some mentioned issues with brown water.
Service
9.26
Staff was very friendly and accommodating across multiple reviews.
Location
9.3
Many reviews highlighted the great location, close to attractions.
Room Quality
8.75
Rooms were noted to be nice and comfortable, though some had minor issues.
Amenities
8.98
Good amenities for families and fun activities available.
Value for Money
8.74
Generally seen as good value considering the location and amenities.
Food and Beverage
7.79
Breakfast options were limited and varied in quality among reviews.
Overall Experience
9.06
Overall great experience, exceeding high expectations despite some minor drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 23:11

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities and Services
Lodge at Palmer Gulch in Hill City offers a range of luxurious amenities including a seasonal outdoor pool, hot tub, sauna, and evening entertainment. Guests can also enjoy the convenience of a restaurant, bar, and bicycle rental service during their stay.

Family-Friendly Activities
Families will love the children's playground, table tennis, and mini-golf available at this 3-star hotel. With the Black Hills National Forest just 21 km away, there are plenty of opportunities for hiking and cycling, ensuring a fun-filled stay for guests of all ages.

Convenient Facilities
From free private parking to a business center, Lodge at Palmer Gulch caters to all your needs. Vending machines with snacks and drinks are also available on-site for a quick bite or refreshing beverage. Book your stay now for a memorable experience!

Important information:

Please note that the restaurants in this property are only open from May 15th until September 30th.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: RAP

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for US$10 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for US$10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 298 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.49
Service: 9.26
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 8.75
Amenities: 8.98
Value for Money: 8.74
Food and Beverage: 7.79
Overall Experience: 9.06
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Steve • extended_group • us
10
So glad we found this hidden gem while searching for hotels in the area!
Pros:

The location and al the amenities on the site.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • us
10
Wonderful!
Pros:

The location was wonderful. It was close to everything we wanted to see. The staff was very informative and accommodating. The Lodge was very clean.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Evelyn • couple • us
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • couple • us
9
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Marty • couple • us
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Rachael • family_with_children • us
5
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Nothing was open! Breakfast was terrible!!

2025-12-29 • via Nuitee
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Laura • family_with_children • us
8
2025-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Cheryl • partner
10
Pros:

Nice location

2025-10-12 • via Nuitee
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L • partner
10
Pros:

Great place to stay on vacation. It was easy to get to and easy late check in. Very friendly staff & clean.

2025-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • us
8
Pros:

The room was large and very nice. The location was close to everything and since we were off season, there was no issues with traffic or crowds.

Cons:

There was only one night stand in our room. I have a CPAP and we have glasses and phones, so it it a pain to have to put all of that on the floor. The hot tub could have maybe stayed open since it was the perfect fall weather to use it, even though it is outside. The breakfast was ok.

2025-10-05 • via Nuitee
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Holly
6
Pros:

I stayed at the Lodge and my room was on the main floor, just two doors away from the Lobby. I could hear the people talking in the Lobby and also the people above me. Next time, I am going to stay on the top floor. Everything else was good and the staff was friendly.

2025-10-05 • via Nuitee
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Myrtle • family_with_children • us
10
Enjoyable
Pros:

Very clean. Coffee 24-7 nice continental breakfast. Didn’t have to find somewhere for breakfast each day.

Cons:

No complaints

2025-10-01 • via Nuitee
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Heidi • family
8
Pros:

clean, nice room in a pretty, quiet setting. Laundry machines were a long walk from the lodge and several driers were not working, so it took a long time to get our clothes done.

2025-09-29 • via Nuitee
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Carol • extended_group • us
8
2025-09-29 • via Nuitee
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Chris
10
Pros:

Great staff. Thank you!

2025-09-29 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • couple • us
10
We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful location!
Pros:

Excellent location in the Black Hills! Beautiful property with many amenities.

2025-09-29 • via Nuitee
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Phillip
8
Pros:

Did not have any kids or pets. Staff was great. Limited Continental Breakfast, muffins, bagels, cereal, coffee/juice, yogurt, great coffee, some fruit

2025-09-29 • via Nuitee
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Levi
10
Pros:

Great accomodations & wondeful helpful staff!

2025-09-28 • via Nuitee
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Daniel
8
Pros:

Nice

2025-09-25 • via Nuitee
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Greg
10
Pros:

Enjoyed our time there. Close to trails and wildlife.

2025-09-24 • via Nuitee