Powder House Lodge
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About this property
Powder House Lodge is a 3.5-star independent lodge located in Keystone, South Dakota, in the mountains near several regional attractions. The property sits within a 5-minute drive of Big Thunder Gold Mine and Rushmore Tramway Adventures, and is 2 miles from Mount Rushmore National Memorial.
The lodge offers 40 individually decorated guestrooms, each outfitted with a pillowtop bed dressed in down comforters and premium bedding. Rooms include a microwave, flat-screen television, satellite programming, and complimentary wireless internet. Bathrooms are stocked with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Guests consistently rate the rooms highly for comfort.
Powder House Lodge features an on-site restaurant and snack bar/deli for casual meals and refreshments, along with a bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available for an additional fee. Recreation amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool and terrace with views. The property offers complimentary wireless internet, gift shops, and tour assistance to help guests explore the surrounding area. Additional amenities include a firepit, on-site hiking and biking trails, a playground, free parking, and a grocery/convenience store. Dogs up to 90 pounds are welcome, with a maximum of two pets per room. The lodge is smoke-free and features wheelchair-accessible facilities, including parking, registration, and the on-site restaurant.
Check-in is available from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and check-out is at 10:00 AM. With a 4.5-star overall guest rating, the property is highly recommended by those who stay there.
Location & nearby attractions
Gutzon Borglum Historical Center - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Big Thunder Gold Mine - 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
National Presidential Wax Museum - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Holy Terror Mini Golf - 3 km / 1.9 mi
Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 3.2 km / 2 mi
Rushmore Tramway Adventures - 3.6 km / 2.2 mi
Presidents Park - 3.8 km / 2.4 mi
Cosmos Mystery Area - 4 km / 2.5 mi
Mount Rushmore - 7.8 km / 4.8 mi
Presidential Trail - 9.5 km / 5.9 mi
Horse Thief Lake - 10.6 km / 6.6 mi
Rushmore Cave - 11.4 km / 7.1 mi
Naked Winery - 11.9 km / 7.4 mi
Putz n Glo - Black Light Mini Golf - 13 km / 8.1 mi
Stone Faces Winery - 13 km / 8.1 mi
The nearest major airport is Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 43.8 km / 27.2 mi
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Amenities & features
Getting here
Check-in & check-out
- 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 and cash
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Pet policy
- Pets allowed
- Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 41
- Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 90
- Only dogs are allowed
- Maximum number of pets per room 2
- Service animals are allowed
- Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
- Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Fees & policies
- Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 per person
- Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per stay
- Service animals are exempt from fees
Know before you go
- The seasonal pool will be open from May to September.
- Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-out is available.