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State Game Lodge

3.0 of 5
13389 Us Highway 16A, Custer, SD 57730
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State Game Lodge
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Woodbury, Minnesota
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11 reviews 11 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 4, 2013

We spent a couple of nights in the Black Hills at some of the cabins at the State Game Lodge and loved our experience. There was a burning ban at the time of our visit which did not allow us to have a campfire but we were so tired from our activities that it did not bother us that much.... More

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Sioux Falls, South Dakota
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 23, 2013

We will be back again to your beautiful lodge and cabins. We were a large group that enjoyed how you made us feel...like true guests! You just don't get that at rental cabins. The reunion cabin was amazing! Running stream, huge deck, three story rock fire place with a buffalo mount and a giant kitchen with plenty of space for... More

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Casper, Wyoming
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 21, 2013

We started out in one of their small cabins right across from the Game Lodge, but when we had problems with the plumbing, they moved all twelve of us out of our hotel rooms and the cabin into the huge, gorgeous Reunion Cabin. Now that cabin is INCREDIBLE. What a great trip! The Reunion Cabin has 4 master suites on... More

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Trenton, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 4, 2013

This past December, by wife and some of my children and grandchildren spent six nights at the Game Keeper's Cabin in the State Game resort area of Custer State Park. The cabin is older (build in the 30's) and some of the repairs/maintenance is a bit amateurish. nonetheless, it was a great place for us. The cabin has a washer... More

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Austin, Texas
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51 reviews 51 reviews
27 hotel reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 7, 2012

Stayed 1 night in a cabin, but froze, so they moved us into a historic room in the lodge. We were right at the top of the stairs either room 35 or 39- I can't remember the #. The rooms are smaller than the cabins, but very unique and beautiful. When we were there, they left all the available rooms... More

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Missouri
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39 hotel reviews
Reviews in 44 cities Reviews in 44 cities
48 helpful votes 48 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 7, 2012

One night in the Eisenhower room was plenty. Sound from the adjoining Coolidge room is like the people are in the same room. Staff granted our request to move to a hotel room so we wouldn't have to listen to the newlyweds in the Coolidge room celebrate their marriage. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will likely return, but only... More

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Estes Park, Colorado
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13 reviews 13 reviews
5 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 30, 2012

We enjoyed two nights in one of the motel rooms at the State Game Lodge. Our room was nicely appointed with a unique and beautiful pine beetle ceiling. I especially liked the bedspreads with a rustic theme. It would probably be a good idea for the staff to consider what the landscaping is probably doing to the efficiency of the... More

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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3 hotel reviews
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed October 20, 2012 via mobile

We will not be back. Why? Although we loved the location and the staff was very friendly and accommodating to our requests and minor needs, the cabin and linens were simply old and not clean. The main lodge was nice but we didn't use it. The TVs in our room were modern flat screens that really contrasted with the old... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 20, 2012

The location and setting of the Lodge are great. The history of the place is fun to be a part of. Wildlife right on the front lawn is cool. The rooms are small - as you would expect in an old inn, but nicely decorated and clean. The restaurant is a little overpriced, but the service and food are very... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed October 19, 2012 via mobile

If you plan on eating at the Lodge (its pretty much the only choice for miles), eat and drink before you go to your meal....the wait for well below average (local Denny's service is vastly superior) is interminable.

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Also Known As:
State Game Hotel Custer
State Game Hotel
State Game Resort
Address: 13389 Us Highway 16A, Custer, SD 57730
Region: United States > South Dakota > Custer
Amenities:
Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant
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Ranked #10 of 16 hotels in Custer
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Located in Custer State Park, this family accommodation once served as housing for the state's game keepers. ... more   less 
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