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Rocket Motel

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Black Hills National Forest

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Front of property – evening/night
Fridge, microwave
Terrace/patio
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave
The Rocket Motel sits in the city center yet offers a peaceful escape. Guests connect with free WiFi while unwinding on the terrace or strolling through the garden. Convenient barbecue facilities and an electric car charging station round out the practical amenities.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is €103
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct

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Standard Room

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
211 Mt. Rushmore Rd, Custer, SD, 57730

What's nearby

  • 1881 Courthouse Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Rocky Knolls Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Custer State Park - 12 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Crazy Horse Memorial - 14 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Sylvan Lake - 16 min drive - 14.4 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Miner's Cup - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Baker's Bakery & Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Purple Pie Place - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Black Hills Burger & Bun CO - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Rocket Motel

Motel near Black Hills National Forest
Rocket Motel provides amenities, such as a terrace and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • An electric car charging station, a vending machine and barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at Rocket Motel offer comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Kitchenettes, fridges and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 4 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Rocket Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rocket Motel?

As of 27 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rocket Motel on 30 Sept 2025 start from €102.96, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Rocket Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Rocket Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Rocket Motel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rocket Motel located?

Located in the heart of Custer, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Grand Magic Show, Way Park and 1881 Courthouse Museum. French Creek Park and Big Rock Park are also within 10 minutes.

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Rocket Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 221 out of 299 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 299 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 299 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 299 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 299 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this affordable, cleanly and safe accommodations. The decor is very fun. We would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice retro motel….VERY clean with soft fresh towels and linens.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for spending time in Custer state park, going to Mount Rushmore, and shopping in Keystone. The room was cute, cozy, and came with a postcard of the motel. If I ever make it back to the black hills I would 100% stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

bart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super clean and well kept. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and everything in excellent shape.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent motel ,clean , convenient, personal parking spot! Owners were super nice and made our stay top notch! Older style motel but updated expertly! We will stay there next bike week and anytime we come close to Custer! ROCKET IS TOP CHOICE!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well kept and excellent retro Motel, renovations take you back in time, stayed there 55 years ago and was excited to stay again, recommend this place and we will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend! Walk everywhere and great dining options! You even get a 10% discount at some restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Will definitely be back! Loved it!

Absolutely loved it! They were super nice, the room was incredibly comfortable and clean, and the bed slept wonderfully!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute hotel, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great find in Custer passing thru.

Neat hotel, lots of cool iconic details from the travel lodge era. Very comfortable and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dagmar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the 50s diner decor all around. Very friendly host!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute retro hotel, clean and very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at nice drive up motel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rex

Super clean older nostalgic Motel! Would definitely stay there again and the staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the retro decor and style of the hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Basic amenities with dining close by. Well run by local people.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay

Nice stay. Host is nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay as usual. Our go to spot in Custer. It was a very cold and breezy night, the room heater took some time to warm the room up. Looking forward to our next visit.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was all great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virgilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly staff. Clean quite safe. Restaurants are walking distance. Would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is the nicest motel at which I’ve ever been fortunate enough to stay. Perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024