Bavarian Inn, Black Hills - Custer

Family-friendly Bavarian-themed hotel in Custer, South Dakota with indoor and outdoor pools

Amenities

The Bavarian Inn Black Hills offers two swimming pools-a heated indoor pool open all year and a seasonal outdoor pool with a shallow end. Guests can use the indoor hot tub, a pickleball court, a basketball court, and a tennis court with equipment provided. Free laundry facilities include detergent and dryer sheets, plus a snack bar and vending machines for drinks and ice cream.

Rooms

Every room at the Bavarian Inn Custer provides a private balcony or patio, a microwave, a refrigerator, and cable TV. Second-floor rooms open onto shared balconies with scenic views of the Black Hills. Some suites include a full kitchen with pots, pans, and dishes, though no dishwasher is available.

Dining

The on-site Feel Good Café serves breakfast and brunch daily, with options like fresh croissants made in house, yogurt bowls with berries, and waffle bites. Guests can order room service from the café, or use the automated smoothie and milkshake machine in the lobby. A daily cookie and milk happy hour runs from 3:30 to 4:30 PM at the front desk.

Family & Pet

The Bavarian Inn South Dakota provides a children's playground, outdoor play equipment, and board games in the shared lounge. Kids can use bubble wands, sidewalk chalk, and a giant chess board scattered around the property. Pets are welcome in designated rooms and can enter the café's outdoor seating area; dog treats are available at the front desk.

Location

Bavarian Inn Black Hills sits 1 mile uphill from downtown Custer, less than 8 minutes' drive from Crazy Horse Memorial. Mount Rushmore National Memorial is 25 minutes away, and Custer State Park's Wildlife Loop is a short drive south. Rapid City Regional Airport is 48 miles from the property.

• Pools: Heated indoor pool & outdoor pool with hot tub
• Activities: Pickleball, basketball, tennis, giant chess
• Dining: Feel Good Café breakfast & cookie happy hour
• Laundry: Free washers, dryers, detergent
• Family: Playground, board games, bubble wands
• Pets: Dog-friendly with treats at front desk
• Location: 8 min from Crazy Horse, 25 min to Mount Rushmore