Surrounded by the natural beauty of Black Hills National Forest, Chief Motel offers a serene retreat. Take in the views from the terrace, unwind in the sauna or spa tub, and enjoy an indoor pool. With free WiFi and helpful staff nearby guests can easily explore Crazy Horse Memorial and Sylvan Lake.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Connecting rooms available
Non-smoking
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Free parking
Main amenities (7)
Daily housekeeping
Indoor pool
Sauna
Hot tub
Terrace
Garden
Limited hour front desk
Feel at home (6)
Microwave
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Garden
Terrace
$119 nightly
The total price is $131
$131 total
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Total includes taxes and fees
Room options
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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Room, 1 Queen Bed
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Triple Room (One queen bed and two double beds)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Sleeps 6
1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds
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Triple Room (Two queen beds and one Twin bed)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Sleeps 5
2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed
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Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (w/ one queen bed + 1 double bed )
Buglin' Bull Restaurant and Sports Bar - 7 min walk
Dairy Queen - 5 min walk
Miner's Cup - 17 min walk
About this property
Chief Motel
At Chief Motel, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Custer State Park and Black Hills National Forest. Guests can take a dip in the indoor pool, and the hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. Other features include a sauna, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
Languages
Dutch, English, French, Italian
At a glance
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Hotel size
33 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Express check-out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
What to do
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Fishing nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
An indoor pool
Hot tub
Sauna
Accessibility
No elevator (single level property)
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Window screens
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi and wired internet
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between October 2 and May 22.
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover
Also known as
Chief Custer
Chief Motel
Chief Motel Custer
Chief Hotel Custer
Chief Motel Motel
Chief Motel Custer
Chief Motel Motel Custer
Frequently asked questions
Is Chief Motel currently open?
The property is closed between October 2 and May 22.
Does Chief Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Chief Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Chief Motel?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Chief Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Chief Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Chief Motel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Chief Motel and nearby?
Have fun with activities like fishing, hiking, and horseback riding, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. Chief Motel also has a sauna and a garden.
What's the area around Chief Motel like?
Chief Motel is a short 5-minute walk from 1881 Courthouse Museum and 18 minutes' walk from Rocky Knolls Golf Course. Travelers say that the motel is in a great location.
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Chief Motel Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Location
Microwave
Bathroom
Shower
Store
Biking
Breakfast
What guests liked
The pool was consistently described as great, warm, clean, and wonderful, with many guests enjoying its large size and relaxing atmosphere. (14 reviews)
The hot tub was great, large, and very clean with perfect temperatures. (5 reviews)
The pool and hot tub were great, large, and very clean, providing a relaxing experience. (3 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
Great place
Clean
Great pool
Close to all attractions
Renato
Renato, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
Very friendly owner, they do a good job here.
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2025
Had a very nice stay. The owner, Bruce, was great while checking in.
Kayla
Kayla, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 16, 2024
The Manager/Owner was incredibly helpful and nice. It was a great stay.
Tony
Tony, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 13, 2024
Nice pool and friendly staff
Ed
Ed, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2024
Nice motel, we really enjoyed the covered pool and the terrace and the good restaurants in town.
Vanessa
Vanessa, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 8, 2024
Staff member was very helpful with how to get to visitor attractions nearby
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 22, 2024
Owner is very informative and friendly. Rooms were clean and staff were friendly
bob
bob, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 17, 2024
Good location
David
David, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2024
Always a comfortable and economical stay.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 29, 2024
Nice sheets & towels. Rooms were small but beds comfortable. Walkable to local restaurants . Perfect place if you plan on being out & about. Has pool & sauna
Carol
Carol, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2024
Great place, Great price!
This place was definitely awesome for the price we paid! Friendly staff as well, they were great! Huge pool and a hot tub in a separate building was very welcoming as well!
Kori
Kori, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 5, 2024
Room was very clean..a bit small but comfortable
Dana
Dana, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 4, 2024
Nice place - older but very clean.
Kay
Kay, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 17, 2024
Very clean and pleasant
David
David, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 29, 2023
Rooms were very clean and comfortable.
Daniel
Daniel, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2024
Great motel!
This was great little motel! Older, but clearly well maintained and well loved. Great pool for a quick dip on a hot day on our cross country journey. Close by ice cream and a good breakfast joint the next morning. Would for sure stay again.
Benjamin
Benjamin, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 21, 2024
Visiting Custer State Park
Next time we’ll ask to be on the east side of the hotel where there’s a better view of the surroundings.
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 1, 2022
Loved our stay! Had everything we needed and more! Would stay again!
Melissa
Melissa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2022
Wonderful stay very helpful staff
Billie
Billie, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 28, 2024
Great check in with manager, very informative gave us some great tips about where to go in Custer and surrounding areas. We booked 2 room unit which was good for privacy however noisy air con and no window in 2nd room which was stuffy. great indoor pool close to everything Custer has to offer. Recommend for short stay!!
Sharon
Sharon, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 29, 2023
We love the Chief Motel! It was very clean and the local owners were great!
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 14, 2022
Great place to stay
Amazing. Will stay again!
Christina
Christina, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 18, 2023
The room was comfortable (including the beds) and the pool was warm!
Valerie
Valerie, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2023
Old motel and small room, but well cared for and clean. Actually our most enjoyable stay so far!