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Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Rocky Knolls Golf Course

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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept

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310 W Mount Rushmore Rd, Custer, SD, 57730
  • 1881 Courthouse Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Crazy Horse Memorial
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Sylvan Lake
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (1st Floor;Pet Friendly)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 44 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

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

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

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)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Microwave

Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Microwave

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Suite, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 44 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 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
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Microwave

Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Custer

At Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Rocky Knolls Golf Course and 1881 Courthouse Museum. Highlights at this hotel include free daily breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a 24-hour front desk. Added amenities include a 24-hour business centre and laundry facilities. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as an off-lead area. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Custer hotel include Black Hills National Forest and Stockade Lake.

What's nearby

  • 1881 Courthouse Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Rocky Knolls Golf Course - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Custer State Park - 13 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Crazy Horse Memorial - 14 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Sylvan Lake - 17 min drive - 15.1 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Miner's Cup - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Black Hills Burger & Bun CO - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Purple Pie Place - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Buglin' Bull Restaurant and Sports Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn

Hotel with free breakfast, near Rocky Knolls Golf Course
A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. There's an onsite 24-hour business centre. 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 centre (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 a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit 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

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: High-speed internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 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

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

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 bathroom

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 2 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - August 2020
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 2 October and 25 April.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 35 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 80 lb per pet)
  • An off-lead 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per stay.

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 all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Children aged 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

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Best Western Buffalo Ridge Custer
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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn?

Yep, Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn?

As of 12 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn on 20 Sept 2025 start from AU$165.24, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn have a pool?

Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a picnic area, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn is a hit with families.

Does Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn serve breakfast?

You bet, our visitors are hooked on the free full breakfast here! Offered daily between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn?

No, Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn, with dog exercise areas on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets, with a maximum weight of up to 36 kg per pet.

Is there a golf course on site at Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn?

There isn't one on site, but Rocky Knolls Golf Course is a short 12-minute walk away.

Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 422 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 379 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 131 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1002 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet. Staff polite
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Clean
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ally

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean, pool was excellent, great breakfast. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liliya

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were greeted by a very friendly and kind gentleman at the desk, the rooms were clean and spacious. It smelled nice and clean. Free breakfast was good variety but no waffles (we saw a waffle maker in the picture)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Enrico

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room seemed to have a moisture issue; other than that, it was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Young

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

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
At this hotel, room access is direcrly outside. You park directly in front of your door. So no hallways to the hotel lobby or breakfast area. No.problem.in good weather but may be a bit of a hastle in bad weather. I would want to be on main floor not a second level. Everything else was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were quick to assist even when I left a bag in my room after check out.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were nice and accommodating. The warm breakfast was nice to have. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jon

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Check in required an 8-10 minute wait for a front desk employee to show up. The room had a broken curtain rod, and damaged corner tile/edging at the sink area. Breakfast was poor, No yogurt, milk, or fresh oatmeal. Bathroom not clean, had hair on the walls!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Joe

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Joe

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for what we needed, breakfast was good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Erica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Room was located down in one exclusive quiet and cold corner. Bath room was roomy but with noisy fan going on when light was not turned off. Continental breakfast was ok with some nutritional choice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wade

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the continental breakfast was hot. Hospitality was great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Angie

Travelled with partner
The property didn’t feel updated nor recently renovated. This was average at best. The staff was very nice but I wouldn’t stay here again if given the choice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Rajbir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Clean cozy room, tiny bathroom, so small that the sink was outside. Easy to find and next to several restaurants. Plenty of parking, can park right in front of room door. Decent breakfast but the selection was very limited in terms of selection. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with our stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jamie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was friendly, breakfast was good. Everything in the room worked great. Only complaint was that the room smelt like body odor, and toiletries hadn’t been replaced.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristee

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Carmen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
enjoyed the pool, would have appreciated a lower floor since we were staying two nights.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Nice place, great price!

A nice place on the main street with good access to everything from food (Maria's next door is superb!) to highways. The price was wonderful for such a great property in the center of the Black Hills.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely room with super comfy king bed, heater worked well and quickly when turned on. Staff very friendly. Excellent breakfast, including mini omelettes and pancakes.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025