10 Best Hotels & Accommodation Closest to Horse Thief Lake in Hill City from AU$118

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A multi-story hotel with a central courtyard, multiple balconies, and a parking area.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a lamp, a TV, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

A living room with a brown leather sofa, a small table with stools, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a sliding door leading to another room.

A door with an ornate metal gate, a sign above it reading "ELEVATOR", and a small number "1" on the door.

1. Roosevelt Inn Mount Rushmore

4.6 km from Horse Thief Lake

Frieda

AU$129

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with a stone wall and a hot tub, surrounded by seating areas.

A hotel room with a round table, two chairs, a sofa, a TV on a dresser, and a lamp.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and two chairs.

2. AmericInn by Wyndham Hill City Mt Rushmore

8.4 km from Horse Thief Lake

Lynn

AU$142

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a lamp.

A spacious lobby with blue sofas and armchairs, a fireplace, and a reception desk.

A spa area with a stone wall, a pool with a blue edge, and a covered bench.

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Near Mt. Rushmore

8 km from Horse Thief Lake

Rhonda

AU$129

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern building with a pergola and outdoor seating area.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a laptop, and a sign for 'EverSpring Inn & Suites'.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A large indoor swimming pool with stone walls, wooden benches, and a stone staircase.

4. EverSpring Inn & Suites

8.5 km from Horse Thief Lake

Angelina

AU$131

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A sign for SweetGrass Inn, indicating it offers bed and breakfast services.

A wooden deck with outdoor seating and a covered area.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a chair, a lamp, and a mirror.

A two-story house with a steeply pitched roof, a front porch, and a well-maintained lawn.

5. Sweetgrass Inn B&B

19.9 km from Horse Thief Lake

Janet

AU$134

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A rustic outdoor setting with a metal grill, wooden stools, and a fire pit.

A spacious living area with a black leather sectional sofa, a wooden door with a 'WELCOME' sign, and a view into the kitchen area.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black refrigerator, a sink, and a dining area set with white plates, bowls, and cutlery.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a microwave, a stove, and a sink. There are two stools at the counter.

6. Rockerville Lodge & Cabins

12.2 km from Horse Thief Lake

Lon

AU$147

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, stone pillars, and arched windows.

A hotel room with a television, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a bed, and a wardrobe.

A spacious lobby with a seating area, a dining table, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a small table.

7. Best Western Golden Spike Inn & Suites

8.2 km from Horse Thief Lake

Ronald

AU$134

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a mural on the wall, and a table with chairs.

A hotel room with a living area, kitchenette, fireplace, and a separate bedroom.

A modern lobby with a leather sofa, a fireplace, a reception desk, and a vending machine.

A hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a TV on a stand.

8. Rushmore Express Keystone

4.7 km from Horse Thief Lake

dorothy

AU$120

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A Comfort Inn & Suites building with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a parking area with motorcycles.

A golf course with well-maintained grass, trees, and a clear sky.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a sink, and a microwave.

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, a chair and table set, and a window with a view of trees.

9. Comfort Inn & Suites Custer - Crazy Horse Area

17.9 km from Horse Thief Lake

Aaron

AU$165

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern lodge with a large deck, stone fire pit, and picnic tables.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted lamp, a painting, and a bathtub.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and a stone fireplace.

A lodge with multiple buildings, parking areas, and a surrounding forest.

10. K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3.7 km from Horse Thief Lake

Brien Patrick

AU$303

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with multiple levels, lounge chairs, and a hot tub.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a hot tub, and a mural on the wall.

A laundry room with stacked washing machines and dryers, a red cabinet, and a tiled floor.

A hotel room with two beds, a red wall, a large window, and a red chair.

11. Ramada by Wyndham Keystone Near Mt Rushmore

4.9 km from Horse Thief Lake

Pete

AU$138

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

An outdoor patio with wicker chairs and a wooden table, overlooking a street with a restaurant named 'Cattleman's Steak BBQ' in the background.

A compact kitchen with a white sink, a microwave, and a checkered backsplash. There is a framed picture on the wall above the sink.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a microwave, a clock, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A checkered floor, a desk with a calculator, a potted plant, a fireplace, and a view of the outside.

12. Rocket Motel

17.4 km from Horse Thief Lake

Amy

AU$173

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A hotel entrance with a brick pathway, arched roof, and a chandelier.

A restaurant with a central dining area, a bar, and a kitchen in the background.

An indoor pool area with stone walls, a mural, and seating.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a staircase, leather sofas, a patterned rug, and a stone pillar.

13. Comfort Inn & Suites Mt. Rushmore

4.8 km from Horse Thief Lake

Jim

AU$118

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A natural outdoor setting with a small waterfall, a pond, and surrounding trees.

A Holiday Inn Express building with a stone facade, multiple balconies, and a covered entrance.

A spacious room with a stone fireplace, a large flat-screen TV mounted on a wooden panel, and a dining area with a long table and chairs.

An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, seating, and a view of a grassy hillside.

14. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Custer by IHG

18 km from Horse Thief Lake

Jessy

AU$181

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A modern living room with a beige sofa, a wooden coffee table, a brown armchair, and a TV on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden border, a metal ladder, and a "Welcome to the Pool" sign. There are lounge chairs and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A building labeled "The Black Hills Playhouse" with a signboard, a small outdoor seating area with rocks and plants, and a clear sky in the background.

15. Super 8 by Wyndham Custer/Crazy Horse Area

18.2 km from Horse Thief Lake

Mark

AU$142

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A wooden interior with a kitchen area, a dining table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A wooden-paneled room with a TV mounted on the wall, a small table, and a window with curtains.

A wooden cabin with a number '02' on the door, a bench outside, and a gravel driveway.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a built-in air conditioner, and a trash bin.

16. Pine Haven Lodging

12.5 km from Horse Thief Lake

Amy

AU$191

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, large windows, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A pool area with a view of a deck and chairs, a sign indicating showering before and after using pools and hot tubs, and a tiled wall.

A modern lobby with sofas, a coffee table, and a reception area with a counter.

A modern kitchen with a coffee station, a microwave, and a toaster.

17. Black Hills Luxury Suites

8.1 km from Horse Thief Lake

Nikoleta

AU$150

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A park with a swing set, benches, and a fire pit area.

A wooden cabin with a 'OPEN' sign, a window with a view, and a small porch.

A rustic wooden cabin with a covered patio, picnic tables, and a barbecue grill.

18. Springcreek Inn

7.5 km from Horse Thief Lake

angela

AU$136

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A wooden deck with outdoor seating, a view of a mountainous landscape, and an American flag.

A cozy room with wooden walls, a leather sofa, a coffee table, and a mounted animal head.

A cozy cabin-style room with a wooden ceiling, a mounted animal head, a fireplace, a bar area, and a 'Welcome' sign.

A wooden cabin interior with a bed, a TV, a microwave, a table with a chair, and a window with curtains.

19. Mountain View Lodge & Cabins

6.4 km from Horse Thief Lake

Diana

AU$235

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

An aerial view of a campground with multiple RV and tent sites, a central building, and surrounding forested areas.

A log cabin with a deck, surrounded by a stone wall and a grassy yard.

A log cabin with a deck, a picnic table, and a fire pit.

A restaurant with wooden walls, large windows, and tables and chairs arranged for dining.

20. Lodge at Palmer Gulch

4.5 km from Horse Thief Lake

Caryl

AU$161

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Horse Thief Lake

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Roosevelt Inn Mount Rushmore	9.4 Exceptional 1,899 reviews	View
AmericInn by Wyndham Hill City Mt Rushmore	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Near Mt. Rushmore	9.2 Wonderful 1,006 reviews	View
EverSpring Inn & Suites	9.2 Wonderful 1,075 reviews	View
Sweetgrass Inn B&B	9.4 Exceptional 282 reviews	View

Top Horse Thief Lake Hotel Reviews

Donna's Creekside Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay, close to everything!!!"

Roosevelt Inn Mount Rushmore

10/10 Excellent

"This was a beautiful and well positioned place to stay for us. So close to everywhere we wanted to go. Dining and shopping were conveniently located and within walking distance. The rooms were clean, and staff super helpful. Doggies are allowed, which is nice and it was quiet. Definitely coming back!"

Rushmore Express Keystone

10/10 Excellent

"Good"

Baymont by Wyndham Keystone Near Mt. Rushmore

10/10 Excellent

"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️"

American Pines Cabin, 5 Miles from Mt. Rushmore!

10/10 Excellent

"Full kitchens are pretty scarce in this corner of the market. Ours was great."

Soder Cabin, Minutes from Mt. Rushmore National Memorial

10/10 Excellent

"The"

American Pines Cabin, 5 Miles from Mt. Rushmore!

10/10 Excellent

"Cabin was clean and stocked with everything we needed. Location was good to places we wanted to see. We stayed here with two people and our small dog."

The Barn minutes from Mt Rushmore

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice, quiet and clean place! Very relaxing! Close to several attractions. Got to see deer and turkey everyday. Our pets enjoyed the barn also!"

The Golden Slipper Cabin

10/10 Excellent

"Diamond in the rough. Loved the amenities."

Other attractions near Horse Thief Lake

Mount Rushmore

9.6/10 (3,169 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Mount Rushmore, a popular spot to commune with nature in Keystone. Discover the area's notable monuments or seek out its horse riding.

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A mountain with a large rock face featuring carved faces, surrounded by dense green forest.

Mount Rushmore National Memorial

9.8/10 (998 reviews)

Visit this popular landmark in South Dakota to see firsthand the enormous sculptures of four U.S. presidents carved into a mountain.

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A rugged mountain range with prominent rock formations and dense forests.

The Black Hills

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at The Black Hills during your travels in Hill City. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.

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Presidential Trail

9.4/10 (330 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Presidential Trail and popular activities such as horse riding in Keystone. While you're in the area, find time to visit its notable monuments.

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Gutzon Borglum Historical Center

8.8/10 (245 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Gutzon Borglum Historical Center during your trip to Keystone. Discover the area's notable monuments or seek out its horse riding.

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Holy Terror Mini Golf

7.8/10 (84 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Holy Terror Mini Golf and popular activities such as horse riding in Keystone. Visit the notable monuments and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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National Presidential Wax Museum

8.6/10 (165 reviews)

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by National Presidential Wax Museum in Keystone. Discover the area's notable monuments or seek out its horse riding.

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Big Thunder Gold Mine

8.4/10 (201 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Big Thunder Gold Mine during your trip to Keystone. You can seek out the horse riding while in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Horse Thief Lake?

Horse Thief Lake is located in a family-friendly area of Hill City known for its notable monuments. You'll find 148 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Horse Thief Lake?

Rushmore Express Keystone is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. It's located 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Horse Thief Lake. Other good choices within 5 miles include Baymont by Wyndham Keystone Near Mt. Rushmore and Roosevelt Inn Mount Rushmore.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Horse Thief Lake?

Expedia has 148 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Horse Thief Lake.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Horse Thief Lake, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Horse Thief Lake.

What can I see and do near Horse Thief Lake?

You'll have countless hours of family fun at Holy Terror Mini Golf, Rushmore Tramway Adventures and National Presidential Wax Museum. Mount Rushmore, The Black Hills and Presidential Trail are beautiful places to appreciate nature. Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Needles Eye or Naked Winery are some local sights worth checking out.

Top Hotels Near Horse Thief Lake in Hill City from AU$118

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Our top choices for Horse Thief Lake hotels

1. Roosevelt Inn Mount Rushmore

2. AmericInn by Wyndham Hill City Mt Rushmore

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Near Mt. Rushmore

4. EverSpring Inn & Suites

5. Sweetgrass Inn B&B

6. Rockerville Lodge & Cabins

7. Best Western Golden Spike Inn & Suites

8. Rushmore Express Keystone

9. Comfort Inn & Suites Custer - Crazy Horse Area

10. K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

11. Ramada by Wyndham Keystone Near Mt Rushmore

12. Rocket Motel

13. Comfort Inn & Suites Mt. Rushmore

14. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Custer by IHG

15. Super 8 by Wyndham Custer/Crazy Horse Area

16. Pine Haven Lodging

17. Black Hills Luxury Suites

18. Springcreek Inn

19. Mountain View Lodge & Cabins

20. Lodge at Palmer Gulch

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Top Horse Thief Lake Hotel Reviews

Donna's Creekside Retreat

Roosevelt Inn Mount Rushmore

Rushmore Express Keystone

Baymont by Wyndham Keystone Near Mt. Rushmore

American Pines Cabin, 5 Miles from Mt. Rushmore!

Soder Cabin, Minutes from Mt. Rushmore National Memorial

American Pines Cabin, 5 Miles from Mt. Rushmore!

The Barn minutes from Mt Rushmore

The Golden Slipper Cabin

Other attractions near Horse Thief Lake

Mount Rushmore

Mount Rushmore National Memorial

The Black Hills

Presidential Trail

Gutzon Borglum Historical Center

Holy Terror Mini Golf

National Presidential Wax Museum

Big Thunder Gold Mine

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