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8.5

564 reviews

Powder House Lodge

Powder House Lodge

24125 Highway 16a, Keystone, 57751, South Dakota, United States

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Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Private entrance

Powder House Lodge

Powder House Lodge is a 3-star hotel in Keystone, South Dakota, United States. Nestled at 24125 Highway 16a, the property sits about 0.9mi from the town center. The place has 564 reviews, and prices start from $301 per night.

Featured amenities include Pet Friendly (extra charges), Restaurant, Outdoor swimming pool (free), Private Parking (free), Wifi (free), Air conditioning, Bar, Sun deck, Private entrance, Parking On Site (free), Mountain view, Non-smoking rooms, Wheelchair accessible, Beach chairs/Loungers, Kitchenware, Kitchenette, Patio, Horseback riding, Playground, Kids' meals, Picnic area, View, Free toiletries, Balcony, and Bathtub.

With a mountain-view setting and just 0.9mi from Keystone's center, the lodge anchors a stay that blends private entrances, free on-site parking, and flexible spaces like balconies, patios, and kitchenettes. The address 24125 Highway 16a places everything within easy reach, while on-site perks such as a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free WiFi round out the experience.

Dining is a highlight with Powder House Restaurant on-site, delivering American, seafood, steakhouse, and local dishes in a setting described as family-friendly, traditional, and modern.

Outdoors, a heated outdoor pool awaits during the season for adults-only relaxation. Free on-site private parking and complimentary WiFi simplify trips to Keystone, and flexible spaces like private entrances, balconies, patios, and kitchenettes add convenience after a day of exploring.

Pets are welcome with applicable charges, and the property offers plenty of outdoor-adventure options to pair with the mountain-view surroundings: horseback riding, a playground, picnic area, and even kids' meals to keep the younger travelers fed.

Closest airports

Rapid City Regional Airport

20.7mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Mountain view

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Beach chairs/Loungers

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Patio

Horseback riding

Playground

Kids' meals

Picnic area

View

Free toiletries

Balcony

Bathtub

Rooms

Two Queen Motel Room in Powder House Lodge

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Motel, 2 Queen Size Beds

2 Queen Size Beds

325 sqft

Mountain view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

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This quadruple room features a pool with a view. This air-conditioned quadruple room is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with mountain views. The unit has 2 beds.

Deluxe Family Cabin in Powder House Lodge

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Deluxe Family Cabin

2 Twin Beds

1 Sofa Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

450 sqft

Mountain view

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Balcony

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This family room's special feature is the pool with a view. Guests can make meals in the fully equipped kitchenette that features a refrigerator, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. The spacious family room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with mountain views as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath. The unit offers 4 beds.

ADA King Room in Powder House Lodge

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King Room, Accessible

1 King Size Bed

260 sqft

Mountain view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Private entrance

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x3

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Guests will have a special experience as the double room provides a pool with a view. This air-conditioned double room includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with mountain views. The unit offers 1 bed.

ADA King Room in Powder House Lodge

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Ada, King Size, Accessible

1 King Size Bed

260 sqft

Mountain view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Private entrance

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Guests will have a special experience as the double room provides a pool with a view. This air-conditioned double room includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with mountain views. The unit offers 1 bed.

All-American Cabin in Powder House Lodge

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All-American Cabin

2 Queen Size Beds

390 sqft

Mountain view

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Balcony

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This double room's standout feature is the pool with a view. Guests can make meals in the kitchenette that is fitted with a refrigerator, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with mountain views as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath. The unit offers 2 beds.

Pioneer Room- 1 Queen Bed (4 Plex) in Powder House Lodge

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Pioneer Plex

1 Queen Size Bed

195 sqft

Mountain view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Private entrance

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This double room provides a pool with a view. This air-conditioned double room includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with mountain views. The unit offers 1 bed.

King Bed Cabin- Duplex in Powder House Lodge

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Cabin Duplex

1 King Size Bed

235 sqft

Mountain view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

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x6

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This double room features a pool with a view. This air-conditioned double room is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with pool views. The unit has 1 bed.

King Bed Cabin- Duplex in Powder House Lodge

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Cabin Duplex, King Size

1 King Size Bed

235 sqft

Mountain view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

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This double room features a pool with a view. This air-conditioned double room is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with pool views. The unit has 1 bed.

King Bed Cabin in Powder House Lodge

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Cabin, King Size

1 King Size Bed

280 sqft

Mountain view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

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x6

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The pool with a view is a top feature of this double room. The spacious double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with mountain views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.

Discovery Cabin (Duplex) in Powder House Lodge

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Discovery Cabin Duplex

2 Queen Size Beds

235 sqft

Mountain view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Private entrance

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This double room's standout feature is the pool with a view. This air-conditioned double room is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with pool views. The unit has 2 beds.

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Trailblazer Cabin, 2 Bed

545 sqft

Kitchenette

Balcony

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

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This double room's special features are the pool with a view and the fireplace. Guests can make meals in the kitchenette that is equipped with a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with mountain views as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath. The unit offers 2 beds.

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Settler Cabin Duplex, 3 Bed

460 sqft

Balcony

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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This family room offers a pool with a view. The spacious family room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with mountain views as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath. The unit offers 3 beds.

Guest reviews

8.5

564 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Kelly

9.1

August 2024

The location was great, just minutes outside Keystone and close to all the major attractions around Mount Rushmore and perfect for exploring the Black Hills. The cabins were cute, with a nice covered porch outside, and it suited us fine for the 5 days we stayed. Ours had a mini fridge and coffee machine, ice was provided, cleaning service was available, and there was air conditioning. The pool was heated, and was great after a long day of sightseeing, and the restaurant on the property had excellent food. The staff were very friendly and helpful.

There was no fan in the bathroom, so the steam from the shower warmed up the room a bit, but the air conditioning helped manage that. Also, the property is right on the 16A Highway, so it was a bit noisy with traffic, but only during the day.

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Keri

8.2

September 2024

Very conveniently located to reach Mt Rushmore and Crazy Horse. Yet not too close to the bustle of Keystone. It is situated next to a highway, which concerned us at first. But it really quiets down at night and it didn't negatively impact our sleep.

We had a squirrel attack the exterior wall, gnawing on the wood for several hours our last night there. But we don't fault the facility. When you are in the woods, the critters can make themselves pests when they want to!

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Alyssa

10

May 2025

Beautiful and unique property. Cabin was very well taken care of. Pool was heated enough that swimming was possible, even when it was 50 degrees outside. The kids loved it!

Bathroom could use a heat lamp for the colder months. It was freezing the first two days we were there. Wood top above fire place gets extremely hot. Didn’t want to leave fireplace on for too long in fear it would start a fire.

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Kurt

10

June 2025

The check-in staff was outstanding! Super friendly, professional, and accommodating. The cabins are charming and quaint, while offering every comfort. The pool and grounds seemed first rate. The restaurant (dinner and breakfast) was simply outstanding. We had the bison cutlet and game sampler. Every dish and flavor were top shelf. And the whole experience was surprisingly affordable. This is a true gem in the region.

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Julie

9.1

June 2025

The property is really cool!! Lots of rooming options and EXCELLENT restaurant!! Really clean and friendly staff!

We were fine cause we brought our own fan, but the property is on the main road, so traffic noise is really loud. It does have a window A/C and fan, so hopefully it would be enough for you… I’m a very light sleeper so always need a little more white noise… otherwise cute place.

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Holly

10

October 2024

We loved everything about powder house lodge! The rooms were clean, comfortable, pet friendly, and pleasantly located. The restaurant served amazing, large sized portion meals. We can't wait to return next year!

The only thing I could find as a negative is that they're not open all year. We wanted to stay again, but we're lucky enough to have gotten a stay right before they close for the season. Wonderful place!

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Kim

10

September 2023

The Powder House Lodge is centrally located just 10 minutes from Mount Rushmore and surrounding attractions, including the beautiful drives in the Black Hills Forest. We chose a cabin with a fireplace, which turned out to be at the top of the hill above the lodge and restaurant, nestled in the pines with a very private view of the forest from our large deck. The restaurant was fabulous with great food and wonderful staff. It was obviously a popular, highly recommended spot in the local area, as there were customers from other Inns and the local area.

Nothing!

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Keri

10

October 2024

The room was really clean and smelled great. The location was awesome, nearby all the attractions yet nestled in the woods. The staff was helpful and kind - even mailed back my daughter's stuffed animal after she left it there! We had breakfast at the restaurant and it was delicious and affordable!

I can't think of anything to improve upon. I felt safe, I got a great nights sleep, and the scenery was amazing!

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Edward

9.1

June 2025

Breakfast, lunch and dinner were excellent...Staff excellent

Room size was inadequate to set up the ironing board. The only place near a plug was in the bathroom and it was there that my wife needed to do the ironing. Rustic is the theme I understand but the stairs to our room were unsafe.

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Hart

9.1

July 2024

Loved it! It's very "log cabin" with a restaurant on site which was really good!! I had hot tea and a salad. I loved all the trees around the property and how close it is to downtown Keystone. The perfect stay if you want a little "mountain" getaway. 🧘🏻‍♀️💖🌞

My room was slightly musty upon arrival but they left the window open to let it air out and it was fine, kind of added to the "log cabin" vibe actually. 🌲🌲🪵🐿️

Points of Interest Around Powder House Lodge

Attractions

National Presidential Wax Museum

1.1mi

Cosmos Mystery Area

1.4mi

Mount Rushmore National Memorial

2.7mi

Black Hills

7.2mi

Custer State Park

12.8mi

Restaurants

Powder House Restaurant

Cuisines

  • American
  • Seafood
  • Steakhouse
  • Local

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly
  • Traditional
  • Modern

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Heated

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • Seasonal

Amenities of Powder House Lodge

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Mountain view

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Beach chairs/Loungers

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Patio

Horseback riding

Playground

Kids' meals

Picnic area

View

Free toiletries

Balcony

Bathtub

Stay rules - Powder House Lodge

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property