Rocket Motel, Custer – 2-Star Motel near Legion Lake

Key facts

Property type: 2-star motel
Area: Custer
Address: 211 Mt Rushmore Road | Custer, SOUTH DAKOTA SD 57730, US
Nearby landmark: Legion Lake · 0.3 mi (straight line)
Check-in / check-out: 15:00 / 10:00
Top facilities: Free parking, Free Wi-Fi, Family rooms, 24-hour front desk
Rooms: 29
Guest score: 9.2/10 from 374 reviews

Overview

Highlights, description and the facilities guests use most.

Front desk [24-hour]
Great for activities
Located in heart of Custer
Excellent room comfort & quality

About Rocket Motel

Featuring a covered pavilion with barbecue facilities and a fire pit, Rocket Motel is located in Custer. Free WiFi access is available. Mount Rushmore National Memorial is 30 minutes’ drive from the motel.

A flat-screen cable TV, a microwave and a small refrigerator are offered in each air-conditioned room at Rocket Motel Custer. An private bathroom with a hairdryer is included. Guests can enjoy views of the Black Hills National Forest.

A 6-person hot tub and a 24-hour front desk are available at Custer Rocket Motel. Other facilities offered at the property include a vending machine with drinks. The property provides free parking.

Custer State Park is 5 minutes’ drive from the motel. Crazy Horse Memorial is 5.4 mi from Rocket Motel.

Top Amenities

Free parking
Free Wi-Fi

Location

211 Mt Rushmore Road | Custer, SOUTH DAKOTA SD 57730, US

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Services & Facilities

37 amenities in 10 categories.

Food & Drinks

1 item

Vending machine

General

5 items

24-Hour Front Desk
Express Check-In/Check-Out
Non-smoking property
Key access
Non-Smoking Rooms Available

Media & Technology

1 item

Free Wi-Fi

Outdoor Recreation

9 items

Garden
Golf Course
Skiing
Horseback Riding
Fishing
Canoeing

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Hiking
Cycling
Mini golf

Room Amenities

8 items

Air Conditioning
Heating
Smoke alarms
Fire extinguishers
Balcony/Terrace
Outdoor furniture

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Family Rooms
Allergy-free rooms available

Services and Conveniences

5 items

Cashless payment available
BBQ facilities
Designated Smoking Area
Invoices
Picnic Area

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Swimming & Soaking

1 item

Hot tub/Whirlpool

Transportation

3 items

Free Parking
On-site parking
Electric vehicle charging station

Health Services

3 items

Process in place to check health of guests
First aid kit available
Access to health care professionals

Business facilities

1 item

Fax/photocopying

Policies

Check-in, check-out and house rules.

Check-in

15:00
Check-out

10:00
Front desk [24-hour]

Internet: WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking: Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Pets: Pets are not allowed.
Children and extra bed policy: Children of any age are allowed. Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot. Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed. You haven't added any cots. You haven't added any extra beds.

FAQs about Rocket Motel

What are the check-in and check-out times at Rocket Motel?

Check-in is from 15:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

What is there to see near Rocket Motel?

Places nearby include Legion Lake and Custer State Park.

Which facilities does Rocket Motel have?

Facilities include free parking, free Wi-Fi, family rooms and 24-hour front desk.

Is parking available?

Yes, free parking is available.

Does Rocket Motel offer business services?

Yes, it offers fax and photocopying.

Guest Score and Reviews

Loved by Guests, Trusted for Excellence

9.2 /10

Superb

Based on 374 Reviews

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Keri

Couple · Sep 10, 2025

10.0

Nostalgic Charm Meets Modern Comfort Liked: This motel perfectly balances nostalgic charm and modern comforts! Everything was clean, with touches of vintage design. The beds were comfy and the shower was hot. The owners/staff were super kind and helpful (they were flexible with our arrival time and

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Andersen

Family with young children · Sep 11, 2025

10.0

Will definitely stay here again! Liked: Such a sweet place, and CLEAN.

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Jo A.

Couple · Sep 13, 2025

4.0

Disliked: The rooms have not risen above 1950's standards. The shower desperately needs a grab bar and a full slip-resistant floor. The room's heater was quite noisy.

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Julie

Group Traveler · Sep 16, 2025

10.0

We had a blast at the Rocket! Liked: Clean rooms, very friendly staff, fun back patio! Disliked: larger shower

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Kamp

Couple · Sep 20, 2025

10.0

Phenomenal… Liked: Absolutely superb…Ritz Carlton quality! Fantastically spotlessly clean. Thank you for exceptional hospitality! Disliked: N/A

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Kristine a. S.

Couple · Sep 24, 2025

10.0

Great place, excellent location Liked: Clean and very comfortable. Get jumping off point to see a lot of the sights. Quaint town. Owners very friendly and brew a mean coffee. Disliked: All good, no complaints!

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Mohr

Couple · Sep 27, 2025

9.0

Liked: Very clean. It was an unique throwback to the 50s and 60s. It was.walking distance to all of the restaurants in Custer. Disliked: Nothing, it was a good experience.

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Debra

Couple · Sep 27, 2025

10.0

The owners were very pleasant. Liked: Very clean, quiet. Good location. Loved the way the room was decorated.

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John

Couple · Oct 3, 2025

9.0

Nice place. I'd stay there again. Liked: Nice and clean, Custer is a great place to stay, very convenient to the State Park and other attractions. Nice place.

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Kimberly

Family with young children · Oct 14, 2025

9.0

Liked: Loved the place! The owners were so welcoming. Even though it was a motel, there were little perks that made it nice--like mints on the pillows! The room was clean and comfortable. Disliked: The pillows weren't very soft.

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Jeannie

Family with young children · Oct 14, 2025

9.0

Great place to stay for location, cleanliness and great shower Liked: Very clean and nice shower Disliked: Beds were a little hard

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Lynn

Group Traveler · Jan 16, 2026

9.0

We will be back!! Liked: Everything was wonderful. Only suggestion would be bathroom fan cuz windows don’t open and after husband uses it …. No one can enter Coffee choice at main office was sooo good! Disliked: No bathroom fan

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Tammi

Family with young children · Jan 19, 2026

9.0

Would come back again. Liked: Everyone was very helpfull. Disliked: Nothing to helpful. Was great.

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Beth

Couple · Jan 19, 2026

9.0

Cute, clean retro motel with a fun vibe. Liked: Cute retro motel. Very clean and the softest sheets and towels I've ever seen in a hotel. Disliked: There was no heat in the bathroom, floor was chilly.

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Jason

Family with young children · Jan 19, 2026

10.0

We enjoyed our stay. Liked: We really enjoyed our stay. Disliked: NA

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ALAN

Family with young children · Jan 19, 2026

10.0

It was perfect. Thank you! Liked: It was perfect- friendly, clean, comfortable and reasonably priced. Disliked: N/A

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Joe

Couple · Feb 18, 2026

10.0

Great stay for the price. Liked: Great stay for the price. The room was nice and clean. Staff was plenty helpful and friendly. Even let me know what the local hotspots were to check out. Would definitely stay again.

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Renee

Solo Traveler · Mar 16, 2026

7.0

Liked: Liked the location, and room was clean. Disliked: Did notlike the firefighters trucks starting their trucks up to my door and having diesel smell coming into my room that is why I had to leave my room early

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SVMOOSE

Couple · Apr 3, 2026

2.0

I wanted to buy sleep; the Rocket failed... Liked: The place was very clean and well-maintained. Disliked: The Rocket Motel was built circa 1950. It is spotlessly clean and very well maintained. It is decorated n the Retro style, as suits its age. However, expectations and standards have changed o

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Eric

Couple · Apr 12, 2026

10.0

Would stay again. Liked: Loved the room. We stayed 2 nights. Quiet and peaceful. Very close to Mt Rushmore. The rooms have been restored beautifully. Disliked: The only complaint would be the front door seal. There was a slight gap and when it was 28° it was drafty. Not that big of a deal as the hea

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Katherine

Solo Traveler · Apr 29, 2026

10.0

Liked: Quaint retro motel with all necessary amenities! Great location ?

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Diane

Solo Traveler · May 20, 2026

10.0

Retro motel in Custer Liked: Updated retro vibe, this place has charm, wonderful hosts, spotlessly clean, comfortable, quiet. Disliked: Nothing

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Willie