Rocket Motel

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

9.2

Outstanding(267 Reviews)

Motel in Custer, SD

1 queen bed

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great price for your budgetOne of the lowest cost properties in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this motel

Motel with free parking, near Black Hills National Forest
This motel features a garden, barbecue grills, and a picnic area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a vending machine.
Rocket Motel offers 27 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Kitchenettes offer refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Map of Custer, SD

Nearby attractions

Mount Rushmore National Memorial

Available Rooms

Standard Room

1 Queen • 200 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Family Room

1 Double • 1 Single • 400 ft²

Sleeps 5

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Family Room

2 Double • 400 ft²

Sleeps 6

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

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Rocket Motel

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9.2

Outstanding(267 Reviews)

Motel in Custer, SD

1 queen bed

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great price for your budgetOne of the lowest cost properties in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this motel

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Map of Custer, SD

Nearby attractions

Mount Rushmore National Memorial

Available Rooms

Standard Room

1 Queen • 200 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Family Room

1 Double • 1 Single • 400 ft²

Sleeps 5

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Family Room

2 Double • 400 ft²

Sleeps 6

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Reviews

9.2

Outstanding(267 Reviews)

5.0

Dec 2024

Great stay as usual. Our go to spot in Custer. It was a very cold and breezy night, the room heater took some time to warm the room up. Looking forward to our next visit.

5.0

Sep 2024

This local business was run by an extremely friendly and helpful couple. They take pride in their motel and want their guests to have a great experience. It is well maintmaintained, cool, retro decor and immaculately clean.

10.0

Sep 2024

Basic amenities with dining close by. Well run by local people.

10.0

Sep 2024

This is the nicest motel at which I’ve ever been fortunate enough to stay. Perfect!

10.0

Aug 2024

Rocket Motel is retro and so cute! I was doing the Lean Horse 100 mile running race and the motel was a short walk to the start line. The staff are all super nice and accommodating and I really just liked the overall vibe of the place. I stay at a lot of hotels for work and this was a nice break from the chain hotel feeling as it is locally owned , unique, and has very cool neon decor outside.

10.0

Aug 2024

Owner run, clearly cares about the upkeep and the aesthetics of this retro mid-century motel. The room was in awesome condition, it felt newly built and tidy. I had a great stay and will stay here again should I return. A great stay for a lone wanderer and caravans alike.

10.0

Aug 2024

Super clean older nostalgic Motel! Would definitely stay there again and the staff was great!

10.0

Jul 2024

This is a cute little motel that has been renovated. The owners are very nice and the amenities they offer are top notch. We were right across from the Mickleson Bike trail and 1-2 blocks from all the restaurants.

10.0

Jul 2024

Great stay!

10.0

Jul 2024

Loved the place. Clean and retro feel. The lasy at the front desk was very helpful and nice.

5.0

Jul 2024

This was our 2nd time to stay there and we’ll always be back when we visit Custer! Clean, comfortable, and just a super cute little retro room. They don’t have breakfast but there’s plenty of options in the area. Highly recommend!

10.0

Jul 2024

Loved parking right in front of the room. This place is super clean, affordable, and centrally located in Custer. I highly recommend it.

10.0

Jul 2024

Great friendly staff. Clean quite safe. Restaurants are walking distance. Would stay here again

5.0

Jul 2024

Cleanest room I’ve ever had the pleasure of staying in!

10.0

Jun 2024

Loved the friendliness of the staff and his being so helpful and accommadating.

5.0

Jun 2024

The cleanest room I have stayed in in a long time. Bed was comfortable. Would definitely stay again.

5.0

Jun 2024

Very clean, well maintained motel! You park right in front of your room which makes traveling a breeze. Bed was comfortable and the room was cozy. Great restaurant right across the street.

5.0

Jun 2024

Loved the retro decor and style of the hotel!

5.0

Jun 2024

Nice stay. Host is nice.

10.0

May 2024

This place is so cute! We ended up with a family room because there were singles available. It had a room with a queen bed and then a seperate room with two full size beds. The bathroom was between them. Main room had a little fridge and microwave. The bathroom was retro but very clean and kept. Loved it. It was a bit of a tight squeeze between the sink and the shower to get in but doable.

10.0

Feb 2024

Clean, easy no frills

5.0

Jan 2024

We discovered this little gem about 10 years ago. Whenever we are in Custer, The Rocket Motel is our first choice. The only thing I would like different, would be the temp controls in the room. Hard to manage. Would love the option to run a fan to muffle outside noise. Otherwise a wonderful place to stay

10.0

Jan 2024

Rocket Motel Rules! Super clean and friendly.

2.0

Nov 2023

The owner lied to me about making a change in the reservation causing me to pay for a night we did not stay at the motel. Dishonest despite the fact they have a “Jesus” sign on their front door.

5.0

Oct 2023

The cleanliness at this cute motel was top notch. Everything was pristine. The decor was 1950’s style and worked well. It was a chilly night (woke up to frost of the car windows). Our room temperature was 55 F., a good sleeping temp but too cold for a morning shower. The heat apparently wasn’t on yet.

10.0

Oct 2023

What a wonderful experience! We so enjoyed the Rocket especially how clean and every detail such as painting and how perfectly the bathroom as well as the room cleanly every area is…💕💕

10.0

Oct 2023

Very nice place! Not the typical hotel. This is a retro style hotel with a fifties feel. Enjoyed our stay.

4.0

Sep 2023

Needs to have some kind of railing up the steps for the elderly.

10.0

Sep 2023

Blast from the past! Absolute love it and will be back many times! Extremely clean. Walking distance to everything. Soft sheets, soft towels! Amazing front desk help. Perfect and highly recommend!

10.0

Sep 2023

Nice place, helpful staff.

5.0

Sep 2023

Great customer service, Room was excellent and well kept. Easy to find hotel

4.0

Sep 2023

Some of the parking areas can be a little awkward for a motorcycle but the overall experience is worth it. We would stay here again. Nice walking distance to area shopping and eating.

10.0

Jul 2023

The Retro refurbishment brought back memories of my youth.

1.0

Jul 2023

The app told me I had already paid so when I was confused by the owner asking for payment he got ANGRY with me immediately and berated me. I called customer service and turned out the problem was with the app but the damage had been done because of his treatment of me for just being confused. I wasn’t accusatory or anything. Then I had to spend time trying to talk him into being calm with me. If anywhere else had had rooms I would’ve left. As it was we did leave a night early. My husband went to check us out cause no way I was going back into that office. He told my husband no refunds when my husband didn’t ask for one. And then he added some $20 fee on top of the $491 we had already paid. So we spent 2 nights instead of 3 for $500. And the room was TINY. Bathroom door very squeaky so I had to position it in a way I could get in and sit on the toilet in the night without waking up my husband. It was difficult. The shower is only warm if you turn the hot on all the way with no cold at all. Rooms have regular keys and face the outside so very insecure. And the guy keeps your CC info on a handwritten card with the full number. It’s in the front office and he doesn’t stay in there so anyone could walk in and take them. Would never stay again.

10.0

Jul 2023

Property has been renovated and comfortable. The housekeeping does an amazing job The pillows could have used imptovement but we had a great stay

5.0

May 2023

Loved this unique motel. Check in was very fast and easy. Gentleman was helpful with ice and recommendations for dinner. Great place right across the street. Room was small but very clean and extremely comfortable. Will absolutely stay again.

5.0

May 2023

Only place we stay in Custer. Very friendly staff and they take great care of their hotel

5.0

Apr 2023

Always excellent service. Super clean 50s style roadside motel

5.0

Feb 2023

Nice place to stay. Clean and friendly

10.0

Feb 2023

Super clean and maintained units. Managers/owners(?) very friendly!

FAQs

How much does this motel cost compared to others in Custer?

The average price for a rental in Custer is R 3,501 per night. This rental is R 1,733 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this motel?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Rocket Motel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this motel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this motel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Rocket Motel pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this motel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Rocket Motel?

We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and balcony or patio.

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Rocket Motel

Motel in Custer, SD

Reasons to book

About this motel

Amenities

Map of Custer, SD

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Standard Room

Family Room

Family Room

Rocket Motel

Motel in Custer, SD

Reasons to book

About this motel

Amenities

Map of Custer, SD

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Standard Room

Family Room

Family Room

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this motel cost compared to others in Custer?

Is parking included with this motel?

Is there a pool at this motel?

Is Rocket Motel pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Rocket Motel?

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