K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

2.5 star property
Mountain lodge connected to the convention centre in Keystone with free breakfast

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Free daily buffet breakfast
Lobby
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave
Business centre
Exterior
Near Mount Rushmore National Memorial, K Bar S Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection offers a warm welcome with a breakfast buffet and cozy firepit. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, self parking, coffee in the lobby and newspapers while being treated to exceptional service as praised by previous guests.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$266
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Mountain View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(55 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(53 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Mountain View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Located in Keystone, K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel is connected to the convention centre. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Mount Rushmore National Memorial, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mount Rushmore and Black Hills National Forest. National Presidential Wax Museum and Rushmore Tramway Adventures are also worth visiting.
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434 Old Hill City Road, Keystone, SD, 57751

What's nearby

  • Gutzon Borglum Historical Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Big Thunder Gold Mine - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Rushmore Tramway Adventures - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Mount Rushmore - 9 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Peak Grill And Tap Room - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Front Porch - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Ruby House Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cruizzers - ‬12 min walk

About this property

K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Lodge near Mount Rushmore National Memorial
A free breakfast buffet, a firepit and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Motorhome/coach/lorry parking, wedding services and coffee/tea in reception
  • A computer station, a 24-hour front desk and a lift
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, helpful staff and location
Room features
All 96 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and free weekday newspapers. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and hairdryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Fridges, coffee/tea makers and heating

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 30 October and 15 April.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)

Property is also known as

K Bar S Lodge Keystone
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K Bar S
K Bar S Lodge An Ascend Hotel Collection Member
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K Bar S Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection Keystone
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Frequently asked questions

Is K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

As of 20 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel on 19 Oct 2025 start from NZ$266.48, 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.

How much is parking at K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Keystone, this lodge is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Gutzon Borglum Historical Center and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Mount Rushmore National Memorial. Big Thunder Gold Mine and National Presidential Wax Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 805 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 169 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 1020 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was great! The views and ambiance were excellent. The property and grounds were well maintained and the rooms were very quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property! Staff was friendly and helpful! Enjoyable stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place,
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a great place. As a solo traveller with my dog. The pub is great and the location is gorgeous
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property, beautiful area, staff was friendly and helpful, rooms very nice and clean, beds were good, balcony on the room with wonderful views. We ate dinner at their restaurant, food was excellent and service phenomenal, breakfast the next morning was awesome. Less than 10 minutes to Mt Rushmore, so great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property...make sure you ask for a 2nd floor room facing Mount Rushmore!!! Clean, comfortable beds, pub has good food, friendly staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet, clean and comfortable. The location is close to everything but secluded. I loved the firepit.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location and view to Mt. Rushmore were amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Clean property. Breakfast was good. Will come back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maryann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i will be back very nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at at Kbar Lodge were awsome. The front desk greqted us with smiles qnd where super helpful. Great breakfast in the morning. Pus the view of the mountains from the hotel are breathtaking.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharmila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place nestled in the mountains
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk was very nice and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Great location within minutes of Mt Rushmore but still quiet, secluded and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nestled in the woods and peaceful. close proximity to Mt Rushmore, Crazy Horse Memorial and Custer National Park.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel nested in the woods but only a minute away from the busy area. Absolutely gorgeous, staff is friendly, room is spacious, beds clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Amenities
Clean- quite & Safe
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was amazing. It was nice to have a coffee shop on site especially when you’re traveling. The best thing was the view from our room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service. Clean and comfortable rooms. Beautiful scenery. Quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place and very quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the place! Such a nice set up!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aggie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous location, beautiful and well maintained property, excellent bed, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location; Close to restaurants and town.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property and views were beautiful. The staff was so helpful and pleasant. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025