AAA Hotels Near Mt. Rushmore in South Dakota

AAA Hotels Near Mt. Rushmore in South Dakota
In the heart of the Black Hills of South Dakota is Mt. Rushmore. The faces of four U.S. presidents were carved permanently into the granite mountain side by one man who dedicated his life's work to chisel out this patriotic monument. Tourists flock to the area to view this majestic feat, as well as to explore its vast surrounding wilderness. Adventurists who seek overnight accommodations will find hotels in close proximity.

Best Western Four Presidents Lodge

Mount Rushmore is only six miles from this hotel in Keystone, South Dakota which is approximately 20 miles from the city of Rapid City. This AAA Three-Diamond rated facility is tucked onto a tree-lined knoll offering a front vista-view of the Black Hills. Guests are offered a complimentary continental breakfast and use of the indoor heated pool, exercise room and hot tub. Safe deposit boxes are available, if needed while you're out of the room on explorations. For guest convenience there is ice and vending machines, an elevator and truck and RV parking.

Best Western Four Presidents Lodge
24075 Highway 16A
Keystone, SD 57751-6664
(605) 666-4472
bestwestern.com

Travelodge Mt. Rushmore/Keystone

This hotel boasts a view of Mt. Rushmore from their location less than three miles from the monument. Travelodge is also within three to five miles of most other attractions including trail-riding, mines, alpine slides, an adventure park and historical museum, and approximately 12 miles from Rushmore Cave and golf opportunities. Hotel amenities include an outdoor heated pool and hot tub and truck and RV parking. room amenities include satellite TV, in-room coffee, alarm clocks, hair dryers and high-speed Internet. Free breakfast is offered at the hotel. A selection of off-site eateries are located both adjacent to the hotel, and within a one-to-three mile radius. Guests should keep in mind this AAA Two-Diamond rated location is only open from May 15 to October 15.

Travelodge Mt. Rushmore/Keystone
522 S. Highway 16A
Keystone, SD 57751
(605) 666-4638
travelodge.com

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Keystone

Holiday Inn Express at Keystone is a AAA Three-Diamond award recipient. Located only two miles from Mt. Rushmore Memorial area, it is also within one mile of tennis courts and 10 miles of golf courses. It has an on-site swimming pool and whirlpool. Complimentary continental breakfast is available to guests. Other choices for entertainment and dining include the adjacent Rushmore Bar sports bar, Powder House fine-dining---approximately a mile away--and the Ruby House Restaurant with its Red Garter Saloon. A guest-operated laundry is available on-site, as are safe deposit boxes at the front desk. Other popular outdoor adventure destinations within a one-hour drive of Keystone, Mt. Rushmore and the hotels are Custer's State Park, Devil's Tower and the Badlands.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Keystone
321 Swanzey St.
Keystone, SD 57751
(605) 666-4925
ichotels.com

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