Lantern Inn

2.0 star property
Motel in Hill City with a seasonal outdoor pool

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Free WiFi, bed sheets
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The Lantern Inn offers a peaceful escape in the business district with practical amenities like free WiFi and a seasonal outdoor pool. The helpful staff receives consistently positive reviews, while the barbecue area adds a pleasant touch for outdoor dining.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Traditional Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

Traditional Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Hill City, Lantern Inn is in the business district and near a train station. 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 Black Hills National Forest and Custer State Park. Things That Rock and Museum @ Black Hills Institute are also worth visiting. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like ziplining, rock climbing and mountain biking, or hop on a moped for hire nearby and take a self-guided tour around Hill City.
Map
580 E. Main street, Hill City, SD, 57745

What's nearby

  • 1880 Train - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Naked Winery - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Prairie Berry Winery - 5 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Needles Highway - 7 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Mount Rushmore - 19 min drive - 15.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Peak Grill And Tap Room - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Alpine Inn - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Lost Cabin Brewery and Beer Garden - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bumpin' Buffalo - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Grapes and Grinds - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Lantern Inn

Motel in the business district
Lantern Inn provides everything that you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Barbecues and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Lantern Inn feature comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.75 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests arriving outside of regular check-in hours can use the exterior telephone number for check-in assistance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.00 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.00 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.75 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from June to September

Property is also known as

Lantern Inn Hill City
Lantern Hill City
Lantern Inn Motel
Lantern Inn Hill City
Lantern Inn Motel Hill City

Frequently asked questions

Does Lantern Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Lantern Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Lantern Inn?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Lantern Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Lantern Inn?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lantern Inn located?

Situated in the business district, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Major Lake Park, Civilian Conservation Corps Museum and 1880 Train. South Dakota State Railroad Museum and Granite Sports are also within 15 minutes.

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