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Our top choices for Horse Thief Lake hotels

A hotel entrance with a brick pathway, arched roof, and a chandelier.

1. Comfort Inn & Suites Mt. Rushmore

Comfort Inn & Suites Mt. Rushmore
3.0 star property
4.8 km from Horse Thief Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,069 reviews)
"Great locations and comfortable stays!"
United States
Jim
The price is S$83
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Comfort Inn & Suites Mt. Rushmore
A wooden deck with outdoor seating and a covered area.

2. Sweetgrass Inn B&B

Sweetgrass Inn B&B
3.5 star property
19.9 km from Horse Thief Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (283 reviews)
"What a wonderful stay we had! The owners were onsite and ready to help in any way. The breakfasts were outstanding. We recommend sweetgrass inn to anyone looking for a quiet and lovely stay"
United States
Janet
The price is S$102
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Sweetgrass Inn B&B
A modern building with a pergola and outdoor seating area.

3. EverSpring Inn & Suites

EverSpring Inn & Suites
3.5 star property
8.5 km from Horse Thief Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,092 reviews)
"Great breakfast, friendly staff and nicely updated hotel."
United States
Angelina
The price is S$121
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
EverSpring Inn & Suites
A natural outdoor setting with a small waterfall, a pond, and surrounding trees.

4. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Custer by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Custer by IHG
2.5 star property
18 km from Horse Thief Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Beautiful room and great breakfast"
United States
deborah
The price is S$141
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Custer by IHG
An outdoor patio with wicker chairs and a wooden table, overlooking a street with a restaurant named 'Cattleman's Steak BBQ' in the background.

5. Rocket Motel

Rocket Motel
2.0 star property
17.4 km from Horse Thief Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (359 reviews)
"It was a great location, very clean was just right for a couple days in Custer area❤️"
United States
Amy
The price is S$155
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Rocket Motel
A park with a swing set, benches, and a fire pit area.

6. Springcreek Inn

Springcreek Inn
2.5 star property
7.5 km from Horse Thief Lake
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (171 reviews)
"Happy with the stay. Room was perfect location to base daily trips to see the local sights from"
United States
Thomas
The price is S$126
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Springcreek Inn
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a playground, and a small building.

7. Lodge at Palmer Gulch

Lodge at Palmer Gulch
2.0 star property
4.5 km from Horse Thief Lake
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (967 reviews)
"This was a Great location for the monuments and Custer State Park. The lodge was very clean and accommodating, and friendly staff. I definitely recommend it and would stay here again."
United States
Caryl
The price is S$518
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Lodge at Palmer Gulch
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a TV, a window with a view, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

8. Super 8 by Wyndham Hill City/Mt Rushmore/ Area

Super 8 by Wyndham Hill City/Mt Rushmore/ Area
2.0 star property
8.8 km from Horse Thief Lake
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"This hotel is perfect. Super clean and in the best location for where you going to go for the day."
United States
Kimberly
The price is S$109
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Super 8 by Wyndham Hill City/Mt Rushmore/ Area
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Compare top hotels near Horse Thief Lake

A hotel entrance with a brick pathway, arched roof, and a chandelier.

Comfort Inn & Suites Mt. Rushmore

3.0 star property
4.8 km from Horse Thief Lake
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A wooden deck with outdoor seating and a covered area.

Sweetgrass Inn B&B

3.5 star property
19.9 km from Horse Thief Lake
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A modern building with a pergola and outdoor seating area.

EverSpring Inn & Suites

3.5 star property
8.5 km from Horse Thief Lake
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A natural outdoor setting with a small waterfall, a pond, and surrounding trees.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Custer by IHG

2.5 star property
18 km from Horse Thief Lake
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An outdoor patio with wicker chairs and a wooden table, overlooking a street with a restaurant named 'Cattleman's Steak BBQ' in the background.

Rocket Motel

2.0 star property
17.4 km from Horse Thief Lake
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9.2
Wonderful
1,069 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
283 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
1,092 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
1,002 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
359 reviews
The price is S$83
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The price is S$102
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
The price is S$121
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
The price is S$141
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
The price is S$155
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
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  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

Top Horse Thief Lake Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn & Suites Mt. Rushmore

Comfort Inn & Suites Mt. Rushmore

10/10 Excellent
"Great breakfast!"
Jaycee 4-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Comfort Inn & Suites Mt. Rushmore

Other attractions near Horse Thief Lake

Mount Rushmore with flags and a stone monument in the foreground.
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Mount Rushmore

9.6/10 (3,169 reviews)
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.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Horse Thief Lake?
Horse Thief Lake is located in a family-friendly area of Hill City known for its notable monuments. You'll find 148 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best place to stay near Horse Thief Lake?
Rushmore Express Keystone is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. It's located 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Horse Thief Lake. Other good choices within 5 miles include Baymont by Wyndham Keystone Near Mt. Rushmore and Roosevelt Inn Mount Rushmore.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Horse Thief Lake?
Expedia has 148 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Horse Thief Lake.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Horse Thief Lake, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Horse Thief Lake.
What can I see and do near Horse Thief Lake?
You'll have countless hours of family fun at Holy Terror Mini Golf, Rushmore Tramway Adventures and National Presidential Wax Museum. Mount Rushmore, The Black Hills and Presidential Trail are beautiful places to appreciate nature. Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Needles Eye or Naked Winery are some local sights worth checking out.