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Rushmore Express Keystone

2.5 star property
Mountain hotel with indoor pool, near Big Thunder Gold Mine

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Indoor pool, open 8 AM to 10 PM, pool loungers
Luxury Queen Suite, Jetted Tub
Business centre
Luxury Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed
Executive Suite

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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320 Cemetery Road, Keystone, SD, 57751
  • Place, Rushmore Tramway Adventures
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, National Presidential Wax Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Rushmore National Memorial
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - double
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Blackout curtains, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Room (Country)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Blackout curtains, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Room (Country Rustic)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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King Suite (with Bunk Bed)

King Suite (with Bunk Bed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - double
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Family Suite (with Bunk Bed)

Family Suite (with Bunk Bed)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - double
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Executive Suite

Executive Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - double
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Luxury King Suite, Jetted Tub

Luxury King Suite, Jetted Tub

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Luxury Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Luxury Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - double
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Luxury Queen Suite, Jetted Tub

Luxury Queen Suite, Jetted Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - double
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Country Rustic)

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Country Rustic)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(150 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite (Hemingway) | Living room

Suite (Hemingway)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - double
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Family Suite

Family Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - double
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Country Rustic)

Room, 1 King Bed (Country Rustic)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Luxury Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - double
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Keystone

At Rushmore Express Keystone you'll be 1.6 km (1 mi) from Big Thunder Gold Mine and 4 km (2.5 mi) from Mount Rushmore. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the gym, Hot tub and pool loungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour business centre and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of RV/bus/truck parking. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Keystone hotel include Rushmore Cave and Prairie Berry Winery.

What's nearby

  • Rushmore Tramway Adventures - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • National Presidential Wax Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Gutzon Borglum Historical Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Big Thunder Gold Mine - 2 min drive - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Gaslight Restaurant & Saloon - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Front Porch Restaurant and Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Grapes and Grinds - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Carver's Café - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Rushmore Express Keystone

Mountain hotel with indoor pool, near Big Thunder Gold Mine
Rushmore Express Keystone offers its guests an indoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a fitness centre. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and a meeting room. Free breakfast is served daily. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Rushmore Express Keystone. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Keystone hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 84 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • 1 conference room
Rushmore Express Keystone offers 84 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 42-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

This Keystone hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include free toiletries and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free 24-hour offsite parking within 403 metres
  • Street parking available
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Designer stores
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift (122 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 20 for check-in between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 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 1 October and 1 May.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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 15.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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.

  • Late check-in fee: USD 20 for check-in between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM
  • Late check-out fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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 and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 10 PM
  • Children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Rushmore Express Keystone?

Rushmore Express Keystone offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Rushmore Express Keystone?

Yep, Rushmore Express Keystone has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Are there any beaches close to Rushmore Express Keystone?

The closest beach to Rushmore Express Keystone is Sheridan Lake South (10.2 km).

Does Rushmore Express Keystone have a pool?

Rushmore Express Keystone has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 8 AM to 10 PM.

Is Rushmore Express Keystone family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a picnic area, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Rushmore Express Keystone is a hit with families.

Does Rushmore Express Keystone serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary continental breakfast is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Rushmore Express Keystone?

No, Rushmore Express Keystone does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Rushmore Express Keystone?

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

Are pets allowed at Rushmore Express Keystone?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Rushmore Express Keystone Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 800 out of 1434 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 390 out of 1434 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 153 out of 1434 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 1434 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1434 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very well taken care of property, obviously well cared for and maintained. Our room was huge. The pool was also clear and clean. Staff was friendly and helpful. The only fault I can find is that the breakfast wasn’t very good. Not due to poor preparation or care, I just think the food itself was low quality. One of the better hotels I’ve been in, might be the best hotel in Keystone
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was very friendly and willing to help you.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff Limited eating choice because lots of places were closed for the season. Room in need of updates. Broken lampshades
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
There was lumber lying around the outside of the building. There was a dead fly on the nightstand. Overall, it needs an updating and/or refreshing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We checked in and went to our room; door was on the second floor with outside entrance. We had to dodge all the wasps that were swarming around the door. When we got inside smelled awful and did not look clean. AC was turned on but was not cooling at all. We were in the room about 5 min and in that time 4 wasps stared flying around in the room, not sure where they were coming in. We checked back out and found a different place to stay. Parking is a disaster. I would not recommend staying here. No sure where the pictures of the rooms they have on the web site were taken but sure they were from somewhere else.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Daniel

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sherrie

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I’ll list the minor things first . The hot tub was filthy. Foam up dirty the whole time we were there. The door to the room stuck and was hard to open. Although there was an in room coffee pot, there was no coffee Breakfast didn’t start until seven so if you needed to be out early, you were at SOL No one was ever at the front desk and no buzzer to ring them. You just had to stand there and wait. And finally drumroll, please the shower did not work… after my friend took her shower. It wouldn’t shut off then after she finally got it to shut off it wouldn’t turn back on so I didn’t get a shower and I’m currently arguing with the hotel to get my money back. I wouldn’t stay here if it was the only hotel in the area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Close tothe park and some activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The king suite was definitely luxurious in size and included a fireplace, but little else. Bed linens were not of high quality and even the bath towels were in short supply-just 2 for the room, when even the chain motels provide 4. The room also had a peculiar, almost musty smell to it and made me glad that we were so busy that we spent very little time in it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place has a very nostalgic feel. Great staff. Location is good, near the heart of Keystone.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kurt

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Julie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel is old but you can tell they are trying to keep it up. Room was fine. Bathroom was small. Can't sit on toilet unless the door was closed. Toilet very low to the ground. Grab bars are behind the toilet. Shower head is fine if you're under 5ft tall. It was a nice quiet place to stay. Not very much around there but plenty of stuff away.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was okay, but we killed two cockroaches , one in the room and one outside our door, we informed the front desk but they weren’t concerned. The water temperature in the bath was warm, not hot. Breakfast was okay, more or less a typical free buffet.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Justin

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I killed 2-8 wasps that got into our hotel room every day. That needs to be addressed. I would not suggest staying in the outdoor entrance rooms. Pool was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shirish

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, professional and friendly staff at the front desk. Always willing and keen to help and answer any questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shirish

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff at the front reception desk is one of the best I have seen in 40+ years of our travel. Very professional and friendly group. We had an unusual issue of wasps (half dead) in our room. Apparently, a common, known problem around this time of the year. But, the staff resolved the issue within minutes after I reported it at 10:00 pm. They had to spray around the window and door frames.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

lisa, CLEAR LAKE

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My original room was in the older section and appeared to not be cleaned. I went to the front desk to complain and without hesitation the receptionist put us in a suite.. very happy with the second room in the new area. The breakfast food was very good, not continental!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The suites were very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025