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Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Rocky Knolls Golf Course

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Exterior
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated
Business centre
Exterior
Lobby

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug

Room options

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (1st Floor;Pet Friendly)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Suite, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 44 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Microwave

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Suite, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 44 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Microwave

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
310 W Mount Rushmore Rd, Custer, SD, 57730

What's nearby

  • 1881 Courthouse Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Rocky Knolls Golf Course - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Custer State Park - 13 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Crazy Horse Memorial - 14 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Sylvan Lake - 17 min drive - 15.1 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Baker's Bakery & Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Purple Pie Place - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Buglin' Bull Restaurant and Sports Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Miner's Cup - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn

Hotel remodelled in 2020 and located near Black Hills National Forest
Located close to 1881 Courthouse Museum and Rocky Knolls Golf Course, Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn provides free full breakfast, a terrace and a firepit. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a garden and laundry facilities.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • An electric car charging station, a front desk safe and a vegetable garden
  • A 24-hour front desk, a TV in reception and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 88 individually furnished rooms include perks such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities such as desk chairs and high-speed Internet. Guests reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/bath combinations
  • 32-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and microwaves

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: High-speed internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 2 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - August 2020
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 2 October and 25 April.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 36 kg per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
An off-lead area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per stay

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 35 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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, debit cards and cash
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Best Western Buffalo Ridge
Best Western Buffalo Ridge Custer
Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn
Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn Custer
Best Western Buffalo Ridge Hotel Custer
Best Western Custer
Custer Best Western
Best Buffalo Ridge Custer
Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn Hotel
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Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn Hotel Custer

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. The swimming pool is closed seasonally each year from October 2 until April 25.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn?

As of 13 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn on 11 Aug 2025 start from AU$166.23, 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.

Is Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 36 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 35 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn?

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

What time is check-out at Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn located?

Situated in a national park, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Rocky Knolls Golf Course and 1881 Courthouse Museum. Black Hills National Forest and Stockade Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 404 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 388 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 143 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1006 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Will stay there again for sure
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here before and returned because the price is reasonable and the property is convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel in nice area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were all very friendly. Room was clean and location convenient.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ally

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean, pool was excellent, great breakfast. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good for a road trip stop. Nice room, staff and free breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, friendly staff, good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with our stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for what we needed, breakfast was good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right along the interstate and for what we needed. Just a place to sleep for the night it was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay in Custer, decent breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff gave fantastic recommendations and were extremely courteous. Wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nolan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean rooms
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were quick to assist even when I left a bag in my room after check out.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wade

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the continental breakfast was hot. Hospitality was great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Young

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liliya

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were greeted by a very friendly and kind gentleman at the desk, the rooms were clean and spacious. It smelled nice and clean. Free breakfast was good variety but no waffles (we saw a waffle maker in the picture)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has excellent staff, but is looking a bit outdated and in need of a revamp. It is not very convenient for dining options in town. It is not walkable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
enjoyed the pool, would have appreciated a lower floor since we were staying two nights.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly host
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Enrico

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room seemed to have a moisture issue; other than that, it was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Sandra

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Staff were not friendly at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025