Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort

2.5 star property
Beachfront lodge with restaurant, near Sylvan Lake

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Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort

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Individually furnished, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Premium Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Valley View | View from room
Signature Cabin, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Park View
Presidential Cabin | Private kitchen
Signature Cabin, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Park View | Bathroom

Overview of Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort

7.6 out of 10 Good
7.6/10 Good

Property highlights

  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
Map
24572 Highway 87, Custer, SD, 57730
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Convenience store
  • Snack bar/deli
  • ATM/banking services
  • Self-serve laundry
Feel at home
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains

Room options

Presidential Cabin

  • 274 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 19
  • 1 King Bed, 5 Queen Beds, 2 Large Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Signature Cabin, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Park View

  • 41 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Valley View

  • 74 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Hill View

  • 35 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About this area

What's nearby

  • On the beach
  • Custer State Park - 30 min walk
  • Black Hills National Forest - 11 min drive
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 20 min drive
  • Mount Rushmore - 22 min drive
  • Crazy Horse Memorial - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 58 min drive

About this property

Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort

Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort puts you just a 5-minute drive from Custer State Park. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day.

Languages

English

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 67 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking limited

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Paddleboard on site

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Shopping
  • Fishing
  • Paddleboard on site
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Safari nearby

Working away

  • 2 meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Wedding services
  • Water sports equipment
  • Paddleboard on site

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1930
  • ATM/banking
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 40
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out:
  • 3 percent destination fee will be charged
  • Administrative fee: USD 1 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Local cuisine breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 14 per person

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 22 and April 28.

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Lake Sylvan
Lake Sylvan Lodge
Sylvan Lake
Sylvan Lake Custer
Sylvan Lake Lodge
Sylvan Lake Lodge Custer
Sylvan Lodge
Sylvan Lake Hotel Custer
Sylvan Lake Lodge Custer State Park Resort
Sylvan Lake Lodge State Park Resort
Sylvan Lodge State Park
Sylvan At Custer State Park
Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort Lodge
Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort Custer
Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort Lodge Custer

Frequently asked questions

Is Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort currently open?
The property is closed between October 22 and April 28.
Does Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
Are pets allowed at Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort?
You can check in from 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking, rowing, and fishing. Additional recreation nearby includes spelunking, game drives, and game viewing.
Are there restaurants at or near Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort like?
Sylvan Lake Lodge at Custer State Park Resort is located a short 10-minute walk from Sylvan Lake.

Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Arvidene, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Superb location. The dining room was not good and very expensive. The dining room and bar closed at 8 pm which is ridiculous. The room had no headboards and only one nightstand between the beds. No reading lights either. For a place that charges a premium amount for everything they didn’t come through. That said it’s a beautiful area and the hiking trails are great.
Wayne, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Timothy, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Shane, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful views
Jill Louise, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Rebecca Jo, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

The living room was charming with an outdoor motif and the dining room had large windows with magnificent views.
Deborah, 2-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very good

I liked that this felt nostalgic staying at a state lodge versus a chain. And the proximity to Sylvan Lake and Custer State Park couldn't be beat! The onsite restaurant and bar we very nice. (The S'More martini was especially good!) My wife prefers a bathroom with more counter space, but if that is worst you can say about a property like this, you're living pretty good. (The shower did take a little time to warm up, but once it did it was wonderful and stayed hot the entire time.)
Michael, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Gina, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic location
ANTHONY, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review