10 Best Hotels & Accommodation Closest to Horse Thief Lake in Hill City from NZ$128

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A hotel entrance with a brick pathway, arched roof, and a chandelier.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, stone pillars, and a wooden balcony.

A restaurant with a central dining area, a bar, and a kitchen in the background.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a staircase, leather sofas, a patterned rug, and a stone pillar.

1. Comfort Inn & Suites Mt. Rushmore

4.8 km from Horse Thief Lake

Jim

NZ$128

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a central courtyard, multiple balconies, and a parking area.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a lamp, a TV, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

A covered outdoor area with tables and chairs, a white fence, and a view of a building with an American flag.

A living room with a brown leather sofa, a small table with stools, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a sliding door leading to another room.

2. Roosevelt Inn Mount Rushmore

4.6 km from Horse Thief Lake

Kammie

NZ$161

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A sign for SweetGrass Inn, indicating it offers bed and breakfast services.

A two-story house with a blue exterior, a front porch, and a staircase leading to the upper floor.

A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a nightstand, and a lamp.

A bathroom with a bathtub, a sink, a mirror, and a potted plant.

3. Sweetgrass Inn B&B

19.9 km from Horse Thief Lake

Janet

NZ$146

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern building with a pergola and outdoor seating area.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a laptop, and a sign for 'EverSpring Inn & Suites'.

An indoor swimming pool with stone walls and a view of a forested area.

4. EverSpring Inn & Suites

8.5 km from Horse Thief Lake

Angelina

NZ$158

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A wooden interior with a kitchen area, a dining table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A wooden-paneled room with a TV mounted on the wall, a small table, and a window with curtains.

A wooden cabin with a number '02' on the door, a bench outside, and a gravel driveway.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a built-in air conditioner, and a trash bin.

5. Pine Haven Lodging

12.5 km from Horse Thief Lake

Lori

NZ$231

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A natural outdoor setting with a small waterfall, a pond, and surrounding trees.

A Holiday Inn Express building with a stone facade, multiple balconies, and a covered entrance.

A spacious room with a stone fireplace, a large flat-screen TV mounted on a wooden panel, and a dining area with a long table and chairs.

6. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Custer by IHG

18 km from Horse Thief Lake

Tim

NZ$211

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An outdoor patio with wicker chairs and a wooden table, overlooking a street with a restaurant named 'Cattleman's Steak BBQ' in the background.

A motel sign with neon lights, an American flag, and a neon sign for AAA.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a microwave, a clock, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A compact kitchen with a white sink, a microwave, and a checkered backsplash. There is a framed picture on the wall above the sink.

7. Rocket Motel

17.4 km from Horse Thief Lake

Amy

NZ$211

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A park with a swing set, benches, and a fire pit area.

A rustic wooden cabin with a covered patio, picnic tables, and a barbecue grill.

A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, a towel rack, a coffee maker, and a microwave.

A wooden cabin with a 'OPEN' sign, a window with a view, and a small porch.

8. Springcreek Inn

7.5 km from Horse Thief Lake

Thomas

NZ$168

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a TV, a window with a view, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with a stone wall, a wooden deck, and a seating area with chairs.

A reception area with a stone counter, wooden chairs, and mounted animal heads on the walls.

A hot tub with a stone wall backdrop, a metal ladder, and a 3 FT depth label.

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Hill City/Mt Rushmore/ Area

8.8 km from Horse Thief Lake

Kimberly

NZ$156

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

An aerial view of a campground with multiple RV and tent sites, a central building, and surrounding forested areas.

A log cabin with a deck, surrounded by a stone wall and a grassy yard.

A restaurant with wooden walls, large windows, and tables and chairs arranged for dining.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a playground, and a small building.

10. Lodge at Palmer Gulch

4.5 km from Horse Thief Lake

Caryl

NZ$708

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Horse Thief Lake

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Comfort Inn & Suites Mt. Rushmore	9.2 Wonderful 1,066 reviews	View
Roosevelt Inn Mount Rushmore	9.4 Exceptional 1,940 reviews	View
Sweetgrass Inn B&B	9.4 Exceptional 283 reviews	View
EverSpring Inn & Suites	9.2 Wonderful 1,092 reviews	View
Pine Haven Lodging	9.8 Exceptional 159 reviews	View

Hotels recommended for families near Horse Thief Lake

Roosevelt Inn Mount Rushmore

Keystone

NZ$161

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

Comfort Inn & Suites Mt. Rushmore

Keystone

NZ$128

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern lodge with a large deck, stone fire pit, and picnic tables.

A lodge with multiple buildings, parking areas, and a surrounding forest.

A spacious living room with leather sofas, a wooden ceiling, and a large rug.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted lamp, a painting, and a bathtub.

K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Keystone

NZ$413

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with multiple levels, lounge chairs, and a hot tub.

A hotel room with two beds, a red wall, a large window, and a red chair.

A laundry room with stacked washing machines and dryers, a red cabinet, and a tiled floor.

A restaurant interior with booths and tables, brick walls, and decorative elements.

Ramada by Wyndham Keystone Near Mt Rushmore

Keystone

A small wooden cabin with a porch, a grill, and a table.

A wooden cabin bedroom with a quilted bedspread, a framed picture on the wall, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A dark brown leather sofa with ornate detailing, positioned against a wooden wall with a window. A patterned rug lies on the floor.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a dining table with chairs.

American Pines Cabin, 5 Miles from Mt. Rushmore!

Keystone

NZ$383

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A kitchen with a wooden ceiling, a refrigerator, a microwave, a bench, and a dining table with chairs.

A wooden deck with a glass table and chairs, surrounded by a forest.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and large windows with blinds.

A cozy living room with a leather sofa, a framed landscape painting, and a kitchen with modern appliances.

Granite Peak. Near Mt-Rushmore National Memorial

Keystone

NZ$335

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a stone wall and a hot tub, surrounded by seating areas.

A hotel room with a round table, two chairs, a sofa, a TV on a dresser, and a lamp.

A hotel with a covered entrance, a flagpole, and a sign indicating it is an AmericInn by Wyndham.

AmericInn by Wyndham Hill City Mt Rushmore

Hill City

A kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a sink, and wooden cabinets. There is a window with blinds and a door leading to another room.

A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a patterned bedspread, a window with blinds, and a wall-mounted shelf with decorative items.

A small, single-story building with a sloped roof, a satellite dish, and a window.

Donna's Creekside Retreat

Keystone

NZ$384

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

Top Horse Thief Lake Hotel Reviews

Roosevelt Inn Mount Rushmore

10/10 Excellent

"The breakfast was amazing here!! Staff was friendly and very helpful when looking for a place to eat in the off season. This place was a great find!"

Broken Boot Cabin #2, 5 miles from Mt Rushmore!

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was just like the listing stated, it was a pleasant stay, a nice place in a nice setting."

Granite Ridge Lodge

8/10 Good

"Great location!Private area.Large home offered plenty of space for our entire family."

Granite Peak. Near Mt-Rushmore National Memorial

10/10 Excellent

"Great, peaceful place near keystone. We’ll stay again"

Donna's Creekside Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"Exactly what my wife and I were looking for. The perfect cabin experience and close to everything. We had Turkeys and whitetail deer in the yard the whole time . The water is very hard but it was expected and not a problem for us ."

The Golden Slipper Cabin

10/10 Excellent

"Very relaxing."

The Hill View Suite at Ten Stone Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Everything you would need from a place to decompress from a day of roaming the Black Hills. The location is perfect to get to just about everything."

Timberline Cabin #6

10/10 Excellent

"Thank You!!"

Battle Creek Station

10/10 Excellent

"Great Location, did not have to drive far to do the things we were most interested in. The house is even nicer than what the pictures portrayed. I wish we could have stayed longer. I would definitely stay here again if/ when I come back."

Other attractions near Horse Thief Lake

Mount Rushmore

9.6/10 (3,169 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Mount Rushmore, a popular spot to commune with nature in Keystone. Discover the area's notable monuments or seek out its horse riding.

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A mountain with a large rock face featuring carved faces, surrounded by dense green forest.

Mount Rushmore National Memorial

9.8/10 (998 reviews)

Visit this popular landmark in South Dakota to see firsthand the enormous sculptures of four U.S. presidents carved into a mountain.

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A rugged mountain range with prominent rock formations and dense forests.

The Black Hills

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at The Black Hills during your travels in Hill City. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.

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Presidential Trail

9.4/10 (330 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Presidential Trail and popular activities such as horse riding in Keystone. While you're in the area, find time to visit its notable monuments.

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Gutzon Borglum Historical Center

8.8/10 (245 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Gutzon Borglum Historical Center during your trip to Keystone. Discover the area's notable monuments or seek out its horse riding.

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Holy Terror Mini Golf

7.8/10 (84 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Holy Terror Mini Golf and popular activities such as horse riding in Keystone. Visit the notable monuments and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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National Presidential Wax Museum

8.6/10 (165 reviews)

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by National Presidential Wax Museum in Keystone. Discover the area's notable monuments or seek out its horse riding.

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Big Thunder Gold Mine

8.4/10 (201 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Big Thunder Gold Mine during your trip to Keystone. You can seek out the horse riding while in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Horse Thief Lake?

Horse Thief Lake is located in a family-friendly area of Hill City known for its notable monuments. You'll find 148 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Horse Thief Lake?

Rushmore Express Keystone is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. It's located 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Horse Thief Lake. Other good choices within 5 miles include Baymont by Wyndham Keystone Near Mt. Rushmore and Roosevelt Inn Mount Rushmore.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Horse Thief Lake?

Expedia has 148 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Horse Thief Lake.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Horse Thief Lake, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Horse Thief Lake.

What can I see and do near Horse Thief Lake?

You'll have countless hours of family fun at Holy Terror Mini Golf, Rushmore Tramway Adventures and National Presidential Wax Museum. Mount Rushmore, The Black Hills and Presidential Trail are beautiful places to appreciate nature. Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Needles Eye or Naked Winery are some local sights worth checking out.

Top Hotels Near Horse Thief Lake in Hill City from NZ$128

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Our top choices for Horse Thief Lake hotels

1. Comfort Inn & Suites Mt. Rushmore

2. Roosevelt Inn Mount Rushmore

3. Sweetgrass Inn B&B

4. EverSpring Inn & Suites

5. Pine Haven Lodging

6. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Custer by IHG

7. Rocket Motel

8. Springcreek Inn

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Hill City/Mt Rushmore/ Area

10. Lodge at Palmer Gulch

Compare popular hotels close to Horse Thief Lake

Hotels recommended for families near Horse Thief Lake

Roosevelt Inn Mount Rushmore

Comfort Inn & Suites Mt. Rushmore

K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Ramada by Wyndham Keystone Near Mt Rushmore

American Pines Cabin, 5 Miles from Mt. Rushmore!

Granite Peak. Near Mt-Rushmore National Memorial

AmericInn by Wyndham Hill City Mt Rushmore

Donna's Creekside Retreat

Top Horse Thief Lake Hotel Reviews

Roosevelt Inn Mount Rushmore

Broken Boot Cabin #2, 5 miles from Mt Rushmore!

Granite Ridge Lodge

Granite Peak. Near Mt-Rushmore National Memorial

Donna's Creekside Retreat

The Golden Slipper Cabin

The Hill View Suite at Ten Stone Lodge

Timberline Cabin #6

Battle Creek Station

Other attractions near Horse Thief Lake

Mount Rushmore

Mount Rushmore National Memorial

The Black Hills

Presidential Trail

Gutzon Borglum Historical Center

Holy Terror Mini Golf

National Presidential Wax Museum

Big Thunder Gold Mine

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