Rocket Motel
Rocket Motel
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Featuring a covered pavilion with barbecue facilities and a fire pit, Rocket Motel is located in Custer. Free WiFi access is available. Mount Rushmore National Memorial is 30 minutes’ drive from the motel. A flat-screen cable TV, a microwave and a small refrigerator are offered in each air-conditioned room at Rocket Motel Custer. An private bathroom with a hairdryer is included. Guests can enjoy views of the Black Hills National Forest. A 6-person hot tub and a 24-hour front desk are available at Custer Rocket Motel. Other facilities offered at the property include a vending machine with drinks. The property provides free parking. Custer State Park is 5 minutes’ drive from the motel. Crazy Horse Memorial is 5.4 mi from Rocket Motel.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Tim
United States
“Great location, friendly staff and extremely clean.” - Brian
United States
“The Rocket Motel is in a great location and had all of the amenities we needed, including the kitchenette that allowed for us to cook some good meals. The rooms were clean and the owner was very friendly and helpful.” - Charles
United States
“Amazingly friendly staff, rooms were clean and quiet, a couple minutes from downtown custer. Retro themed rooms were pretty neat.” - Emily
United States
“I had read the reviews and was so excited it was just what I had expected! It was a surprise for my husband (we were in Custer, SD, from Georgia! The owners are great as well as their longtime assistant! We enjoyed talking with several others...” - Aultman
United States
“Cute decorations and clean bed and room! Near restaurants” - GGreg
United States
“Just coffee was available But a 10% discount was offered at a bakery and a steakhouse, which was great” - Ellen
United States
“The entire facility, from parking lot to the very well kept, clean room, was perfect. The row of large coffee carafes in the office were a nice added bonus. And the owner was welcoming and pleasant. We stayed to attend an event at the Custer...” - Sarah
United States
“This place is clean beyond CLEAN! We only stay at Rocket Motel when we travel to Western South Dakota. The owners are kind and generous; the rooms are ridiculously clean; the location is excellent; the water pressure is good and showers are hot....” - Denae
United States
“One of the cleanest motels I’ve ever stayed in! Definitely a hidden gem. It’s like stepping back in time. We loved it!” - Julie
Australia
“The Rocket Motel is cute, clean and cozy. Very nice retro decor , comfortable bed, good shower. On the main road, close to everything. Highly recommended”
Area info
Amenities of Rocket MotelGreat facilities! Review score, 9.2
Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bathtub or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bathtub
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
View
- Inner courtyard view
- City view
- View
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- BBQ facilities
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
Activities
- Mini golfAdditional charge
- Horseback ridingAdditional chargeOff-site
- CyclingOff-site
- HikingAdditional chargeOff-site
- CanoeingOff-site
- SkiingOff-site
- FishingOff-site
- Golf course (within 2 miles)Additional charge
Living Area
- Sitting area
- Desk
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Fax
- Telephone
- TV
InternetWifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
- Electric vehicle charging station
Services
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Wake-up service
- Fax/PhotocopyingAdditional charge
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
General
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Hypoallergenic room available
- Tile/Marble floor
- Heating
- Private entrance
- Carpeted
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
Accessibility
- Entire unit located on ground floor
Spa
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Languages Spoken
- English
House rulesRocket Motel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.



The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.