Closest Places
to the Faces
If you're looking for a place to stay in the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota, we have just the thing. Let us help you find a place to stay that hold views of Mount Rushmore and are close to dining and shopping locations.
All of our hotels are centrally located in the Hills – just 2 minutes from Mt. Rushmore and other major Black Hills attractions. Daytrips are our specialty and we give you the perfect place to come back to after a full day of exploring all the area has to offer.
We have many lodging facilities to choose from. Whether you're looking for large family suites or quaint theme rooms - one of our hotels will be able to accommodate.
From spectacular views to comfortable rooms – rest assured that your stay with a Rushmore Reservations hotel will be enjoyable. Keystone is five blocks long and our motels are in the middle.
To understand the significance of Mt. Rushmore, you must first visit the Rushmore Borglum Story. You will be amazed that Rushmore Artist, Gutzon Borglum, excelled in so many endeavors.
Standing in awe of the massive monument of Mt. Rushmore is only the beginning. Venture into the world of the sculptor Gutzon Borglum and dive into the story to further understand the significance of the faces. From the blasting of the stone, to the grandeur of the “Seated Lincoln”, your adventure will walk you through the undertaking Borglum experienced along the way. Our exclusive film narrated by Senator Tom Daschle will take you and Borglum to the top of the monument with a cable car, putting you right into the story.
Meet his family, the workers of Mt. Rushmore, and the famous people. You’ll also get to stand alongside Lincoln’s eye – an exact, full-size replica of the eye placed into the mountain. Let your exploration begin at the Rushmore Borglum Story, and discover what motivated 60 year old Gutzon Borglum to begin a project that men half his age wouldn’t attempt.
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The Keystone Boardwalk Inn & Suites welcomes you to the heart of Keystone and the Black Hills! Being located on the boardwalk gives you flexibility and places you right next to local shops, the 1880 Train, Rushmore Borglum story and fabulous dining. While you’re here, be sure to visit all the quaint shops and many restaurants all within a one block walking distance of the motel.
Mount Rushmore is located two miles away, making Keystone the closest town to the national monument. We are also just minutes away from Custer State Park, Mount Rushmore Cave, and Wind Cave.
After you have spent your day traveling and exploring the scenic Hills, let our professional and friendly staff assist you in finding the clean and comfortable room that will fit you and/or your family's needs. Sit back and flick through the TV channels while you relax after your big day. Join us in the morning for coffee and conversation.
Wake up to the views of Mount Rushmore. Magnuson Grand offers these views from most of the 3-story deck outside your large comfortable rooms. Our elevator takes you to the best views on the second and third story decks. All shops and restaurants are within 3 blocks of either side of this wonderful motel.
Located at the bottom of the hill leading up to Mount Rushmore, Rushmore View Inn is an annex to the Magnuson Grand, it’s great for extended stays at an economical price. The Inn is easy walking distance to area attractions and shopping in Keystone, SD. Good views of Mt. Rushmore.
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The Super 8 Motel welcomes you to Keystone in the beautiful Black Hills. With our location just 1.5 miles away from Mount Rushmore, it is the closest motel to Mt. Rushmore. Explore the town’s quaint shops and many restaurants, all in walking distance of the motel.
Keep your adventure going and explore the 1880 Train, Rushmore Borglum Story, and the famous Tramway Adventure park, with slides and ziplines – all minutes away from the motel.
Let our professional and friendly staff assist you in finding a clean and comfortable room that will fit your needs. Enjoy basic cable TV, and extra clean rooms.
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The Rushmore View RV campground is a small shaded full-service campground of 10 sites along Grizzly Creek in the middle of Keystone, SD. Adjacent to the Magnuson Grand Rushmore View hotel. It has views of Mount Rushmore from the main parking lot and check-in area. This quiet park is within close walking distance to shopping, restaurants, and attractions. Amenities include a shower house and guest laundry. The camp is open for the Black Hills mountain range camping season (typically late May to early October). Our pet-friendly summertime RV park offers full hookups in all sites, pull-through or back-in, and satellite friendly. We even have a few long 50amp sites that easily accommodate modern RVs. Your kids will want to play all day in the usually 8 inch deep crystal clear Grizzly Creek. Some kids are successful at catching 5-7 inch trout.
