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Big Sky Lodge

4080 Tower Rd, Rapid City, SD 57701
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Grass Valley
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37 reviews 37 reviews
16 hotel reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

We flew to Rapid City to rent a car for a two-week road trip. We only planned one night in Rapid City but loved the Big Sky Lodge and could easily have spent another night there. Everyone is right about the views - just spectacular. The room had a refrigerator, microwave & coffee maker. The tub/shower had a grab bar... More

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Wyoming, Minnesota
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

We rented the skyline suite for our family. The unit had 2 large bedrooms and a full kitchen. It was great for cooking meals, instead of eating out. The unit was also clean. Big sky in just off hwy. 16 so it was very convenient it get out on the hwy. to go to local attractions. The owners have great... More

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Naples, Florida
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3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

Stayed here for three nights last summer on our road trip. The hotel has great views of Rapid City up on the hill above town. The room was cozy and clean. Only complaint would have to be the flies, but it seemed hard to avoid those anywhere as it was. Great hot tub overlooking the city that's available for anyone... More

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bellows falls vt.
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14 reviews 14 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

Just and FYI, the GPS does not know where this place is. Hotel was up on top of a ridge. Great view, quiet location. Both the staff at check-in and the owner were very friendly and helpful. Room was clean and comfortable though a bit outdated. Good in-between location for seeing the nearby sites. I would definitely stay here again... More

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Millbrook, Alabama
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11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

We had a wonderful stay at the Big Sky Lodge. It's a quaint motel from out of the past, but comfortable enough for modern times. It's location was quiet and away from all the hustle and bustle of the city. The front desk clerk was welcoming and friendly. We had a front room that faces the "skyline" of Rapid City... More

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Tuscaloosa, Alabama
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12 reviews 12 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013

stayed over on our way back to Alabama....clean, had all we needed for our stay...beautiful view if you get on the front...so ask for front unit....full breakfast, ice,..restaurants close by...the only thing was you had to book on tripadvisor......so no receipt from the Lodge...keep up with credit card charges....friendly folks that ran the Lodge!!!!!would love to had stayed a week... More

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Chicago, Illinois
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77 reviews 77 reviews
22 hotel reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

This is a motel in the 1970s tradition. It has been well maintained and everyone working there was very helpful. The weather was awful during our visit, but the lodge is perfectly located to take in the Badlands, Mt Rushmore, the Black Hills and Custer State Park. Our room was large, well maintained, clean and homey. The rooms facing towards... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2013 via mobile

I had a very quiet and nice stay during the off season. The room, sheets and shower were clean (no iron though!) and the staff worked with my early morning checkout. The hotel does have a nice view of the "SKYLINE" of Rapid City (lol) and has a hot tub thing overlooking it. Just keep in mind it is a... More

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Marshfield, Missouri
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2013

We booked the Big Sky after reading reviews on TripAdvisor. We were very pleased with our stay. We booked two rooms for our family. Upon arrival we able to switch rooms with no problem so the would be next to each other. I had not originally made that request. Staff made the change easily. The motel is very well maintained... More

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Des Moines, Iowa
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31 reviews 31 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013

Located on a hill above Rapid City, the view is spectacular, especially at night. We were there off season, so the rates were great. The room was clean, fairly small, and it was cheap. It was central to what we wanted to see in the area. It would have been nice to have had a continental breakfast, but as I... More

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Also Known As:
Big Sky Hotel Rapid City
Big Sky Motel
Big Sky Hotel
Address: 4080 Tower Rd, Rapid City, SD 57701
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Region: United States > South Dakota > Rapid City
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Suites
Hotel Style:
#1 Best Value Hotels in Rapid City
#5 Family Hotels in Rapid City
Price range (per night): $41 - $103

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