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
While visiting Downtown Deadwood, you might make a stop by sights like Gold Dust Casino & Hotel and Silverado.
West Boulevard Historic District
While West Boulevard Historic District isn't home to many top sights, Main Street Square and Central States Fairgrounds are some notable places to visit nearby.
Downtown Historic District
While visiting Downtown Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Main Street Square and Art Alley.
Rimrock
Rimrock might not have many top sights, but Thunderhead Falls and Pactola Pines Marina are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
The Lodge at Deadwood Gaming Resort
Room was dirty, tub was very dirty. Hair on the beds. Staff was nice. Our little guy ended having a tick on him and we didn’t do anything outside.
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rapid City, SD
Terrible breakfast.
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
La Quinta Inn and Suites by Wyndham at WaTiki Waterpark
The room was very clean. Breakfast was yummy and the staff was very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
GrandStay Residential Suites - Rapid City
The breaker had to be reaet twice a day in our room. While they sent someone to check on it and offered to change rooms we stayed because we were traveling with young children for medical appts and had completely unpacked. Of the four differnt front deck people only
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Spearfish Cottages
Quiet, clean and cozy.
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
Holy Smoke Resort
Good
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025
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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 horseback 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 horseback 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 when you take a trip to Crazy Horse Memorial. Discover the area's notable monuments, or seek out its horseback riding.
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