How to Find Luxury Hotels in Keystone, South Dakota

Keystone, South Dakota is a resort town near Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Custer State Park and Crazy Horse Memorial. You will find many restaurants and diversions in this town. Tourists may enjoy horseback riding, Old West attractions and even panning for gold.

Things You'll Need

• Internet access
• Computer

Instructions

Know Your Destination

1. Expect the luxury of small-town charm. Keystone is a little city with a big heart and tourists are welcomed by all.

2. Pack your layers. Weather in Keystone can change quickly with hot, wet summers and cold, windy winters.

3. Use Keystone as a base for exploring South Dakota. Its location offers easy access to many of the region's major attractions.

Choose Transportation to and in Keystone

1. Travel by air. The nearest airport is Rapid City Regional Airport, located about 35 miles from the city.

2. Arrive by car. Highway 244 and I-90 are the most common routes into the city.

3. Experience old-style luxury by using train transportation. An 1880 train leaves from downtown Keystone and takes you on a 2 1/2 hour tour of the major attractions in the area. Tickets can be purchased at the downtown train departure area.

Select Accommodations in Keystone

1. Search near Mount Rushmore or Battle Creek for lodges or inns. These offer European-style accommodations and luxury amenities such as hot tubs in the rooms. To book accommodations, contact the Black Hills Badlands & Lakes Association at [phone] or visit their Web site (see Resources, below).

2. Opt for true luxury accommodations with a stay at a resort. There are a number of resorts in Keystone, many of which are located along the main street in town.

3. Romanticize your experience with a cabin stay. A number of cottages and cabins are available for nightly or weekly rental in Keystone.

See the Sights

1. Take the family. Nearby Mount Rushmore is one of the country's most famous family-oriented attractions.

2. Go caving. Rushmore Cave is an excellent spot for beginners to experience the interesting sport of spelunking.

3. Learn about the area with a visit to the Keystone Historical Museum.

4. Glide on the President's Alpine Slide if you are in Keystone during the winter.

5. Celebrate! Keystone's annual festivals including the Keystone Parade, the Claim Jumper Arts Festival, the All Car Rally, Independence Day Celebrations at Mount Rushmore, Carrie Ingall's Day, Holy Terror Day, German Fest and the Turkey Jamboree.

6. Pan for gold at local mines.

Tips & Warnings

• Altitude sickness can be a problem here, so come prepared.