Western South Dakota Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Western South Dakota
Historic Rapid City
Historic Rapid City is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Main Street Square or Art Alley.
Downtown Deadwood
If you're spending some time in Downtown Deadwood, Gold Dust Casino & Hotel and Silverado are top sights worth seeing.
West Boulevard Historic District
West Boulevard Historic District might not have many top sights, but Main Street Square and Central States Fairgrounds are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown Historic District
If you're spending some time in Downtown Historic District, Main Street Square and Art Alley are top sights worth seeing.
Rimrock
While Rimrock may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Thunderhead Falls and Pactola Pines Marina.
The Lodge at Deadwood Gaming Resort
Our shower in our room could not stay on temperature control to be able to shower properly. Our room was facing the noisy parking lot and highway. Food was ok. Parking lot full due to a BMW sports car event all weekend. The only reason we stayed there was because EV charging was free.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rapid City, SD
Room exceptionally clean & comfortable. Excellent breakfast & coffee. All staff we encountered were friendly & engaging. We were able to check in early. Plenty of parking. Excellent value for the price. Easy access to historic downtown area as well as the airport. We would book this hotel again.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
The Rushmore Hotel & Suites, BW Premier Collection
Great location, helpful staff, delicious breakfast
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
GrandStay Residential Suites - Rapid City
Everything was great!! Will stay again!!
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
NEW! Glamping A-Frames, Stargazer 2 at Dakota Dream
What a cool place! Quiet and serene, we will most definitely come back.
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025
Spearfish Cottages
Cool property, very clean. Updated cabin, quiet location. Wifi was pretty spotty, not a big deal unless you're planning on using it for work. Otherwise, excellent stay.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Popular places to visit
Mount Rushmore
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.
Mount Rushmore National Memorial
Visit this popular landmark in South Dakota to see firsthand the enormous sculptures of four U.S. presidents carved into a mountain.
Custer State Park
Custer State Park is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Custer. Amble around the area's scenic parks or seek out the horse riding.
Badlands National Park
Despite the forbidding name, this park has great beauty in its cliffs, prairies and ancient fossil beds.
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.
Crazy Horse Memorial
Find out about the history of Custer with a stop at Crazy Horse Memorial. Discover the area's notable monuments or seek out its horse riding.
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