Powder House Lodge

3.5 star property
Lodge with free parking, near Big Thunder Gold Mine
VIP Access

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In-room dining
Restaurant
Exterior
Restaurant
1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept

Explore the area

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24125 Hwy 16A, Keystone, SD, 57751
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Rushmore Tramway Adventures
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Mount Rushmore
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Cabin

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Cabin

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 24 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Cabin

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Superior Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 36 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 24 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Cabin

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 36 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Superior Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 36 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 24 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Family Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 24 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Superior Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Family Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Family Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Superior Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Family Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Superior Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Family Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Cabin

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Cabin

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Cabin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Cabin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Honeymoon Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
  • 36 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Superior Cabin

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 36 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Economy Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 18 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 18 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 18 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Single Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 18 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Signature Cabin

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 51 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Signature Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 51 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Cabin

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
  • 147 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 13
  • 2 King Beds, 2 Queen Beds, 2 Twin Beds, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Family Cabin

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
  • 120 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 Queen Beds and 2 Queen Sofa Beds

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 - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Big Thunder Gold Mine - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Rushmore Tramway Adventures - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Mount Rushmore - 11 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Peak Grill And Tap Room - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Front Porch - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ruby House Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cruizzers - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Powder House Lodge

Lodge with free parking, near Big Thunder Gold Mine
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
  • 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
  • Renovated entire property - 2013
  • Smoke-free property

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

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
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. 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

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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 11 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Powder House Lodge on 16 Sept 2025 start from AU$152.57, 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.