Powder House Lodge

Property class: 3.5

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An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a view of a forested hillside.
A log cabin room with a bed, sofa, TV, and a dining table.
A rustic cabin with a wooden exterior, surrounded by trees and a dirt path.
A spacious living area with a wooden ceiling, a fireplace, and a cozy seating arrangement.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a grill, and a high ceiling with exposed beams and lighting.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$159
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept

Explore the area

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24125 Hwy 16A, Keystone, SD, 57751
  • Place, Big Thunder Gold Mine
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Mount Rushmore National Memorial
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Rushmore Tramway Adventures
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Economy Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Cabin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Cabin

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Cabin

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Cabin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Superior Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Superior Room

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Superior Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Superior Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Superior Room

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Superior Cabin

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Superior Cabin

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Cabin

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Cabin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Honeymoon Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Superior Cabin

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Family Cabin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Single Beds

Family Cabin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Single Beds

Family Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Single Beds

Family Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Single Beds

Family Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Single Beds

Superior Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Cabin

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Signature Cabin

  • Mountain view
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Signature Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Family Cabin

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 120 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 Queen Beds and 2 Queen Sofa Beds

Premium Cabin

  • Mountain view
  • 147 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 13
  • 2 King Beds, 2 Queen Beds, 2 Single Beds, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

About the area

Keystone

At Powder House Lodge you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Big Thunder Gold Mine and 3.2 km (2 mi) from Mount Rushmore National Memorial. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to game viewing and hiking/biking trails. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Keystone lodge include Rushmore Tramway Adventures and Mount Rushmore.

What's nearby

  • Gutzon Borglum Historical Center - 2 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Big Thunder Gold Mine - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Rushmore Tramway Adventures - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Holy Terror Mini Golf - 3 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grapes and Grinds - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Ruby House Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ponderosa Restaurant & Lounge - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Cruizzers - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Gaslight Restaurant & Saloon - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Powder House Lodge

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 members are multilingual
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • On-site 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 features coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets 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 telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

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 bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1940
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • 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

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 9 September and 30 May.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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: from 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. 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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Powder House Lodge?

Powder House Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Powder House Lodge?

As of 12 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Powder House Lodge on 20 Sept 2026 start from AU$159, 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.

Is parking available at Powder House Lodge?

Yep, Powder House Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Powder House Lodge?

The closest beach to Powder House Lodge is Sheridan Lake South (7.7 km).

Does Powder House Lodge have a pool?

Powder House Lodge has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May to September).

What makes Powder House Lodge a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Powder House Lodge.

Does Powder House Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order brekkie is on offer at Powder House Lodge.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Powder House Lodge?

No, Powder House Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Powder House Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Powder House Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Powder House Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 745 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 172 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1009 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for location and a place to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cabin was awesome The property in the location was fantastic a great little place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, it was nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place with a good restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay. Clean rooms and excellent service!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent resort in a great location. Restaurant had excellent food and service was good. Loved our cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay. Front desk staff were over the top accommodating. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and helpful, property was clean and beautiful. Highly recommend we will be staying again in the future!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room good and staff is very nice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the motel section on top floor and it was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Esther

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff,food,rooms,everything! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean cabin and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Neat place tucked away from the hustle of Keystone. Excellent restaurant and cabin. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay in the cabin! Was clean, comfortable and affordable. We will definitely stay here again the next time we are in the area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Derick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is amazing. Good food, good people, and very helpful. The cabins are amazing and we did not expect them to be as nice as they were!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and accommodating as we had to change our reservation nights and they really helped us out with Expedia. Also, having a restaurant on site was such a plus after sight seeing all day. Great food! Highly recommend this wonderful place!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property and staff were great
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Appreciated a really nice restaurant on site
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delightful rustic within Keystone close to parks. Pet friendly. Staff amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The cabin was super cute, clean and comfortable. Beds were comfortable. Very conveniently located. Owners are super friendly and welcoming. The onsite restaurant was OUTSTANDING! We thoroughly enjoyed two delicious dinners and one breakfast there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice. Parking was reserved right beside the cabin. The restaurant food was great. The staff was very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rustic cabins tucked in the trees
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cabin came with assigned parking space and a $15 voucher good at their restaurant, which was excellent. Close to Mt. Rushmore.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026