K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

2.5 star property
Mountain lodge connected to the convention centre in Keystone with free breakfast

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Free daily buffet breakfast
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Lobby
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Near Mount Rushmore National Memorial, K Bar S Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection offers a warm welcome with a breakfast buffet and cozy firepit. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, self parking, coffee in the lobby and newspapers while being treated to exceptional service as praised by previous guests.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(54 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Mountain View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(57 reviews)

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Air conditioning
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Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Mountain View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

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Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

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Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

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Exceptional
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Air conditioning
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Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Map
434 Old Hill City Road, Keystone, SD, 57751

What's nearby

  • Gutzon Borglum Historical Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Big Thunder Gold Mine - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Rushmore Tramway Adventures - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Mount Rushmore - 9 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Front Porch - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Gaslight Restaurant & Saloon - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Ruby House Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Carver's Café - ‬9 min drive

About this property

K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Lodge near Mount Rushmore National Memorial
A free breakfast buffet, a firepit and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Motorhome/coach/lorry parking, wedding services and coffee/tea in reception
  • A lift, meeting rooms and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, helpful staff and location
Room features
All 96 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and free weekday newspapers. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and hairdryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Fridges, coffee/tea makers and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 31 October 2025 to 31 October 2025 (dates subject to change).
The property is closed between 30 October and 15 April.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)

Property is also known as

K Bar S Lodge Keystone
K Bar S Lodge
K Bar S Keystone
K Bar S
K Bar S Lodge An Ascend Hotel Collection Member
K Bar S Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection Lodge
K Bar S Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection Keystone
K Bar S Lodge An Ascend Hotel Collection Member
K Bar S Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection Lodge Keystone

Frequently asked questions

Is K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Keystone, this lodge is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Gutzon Borglum Historical Center and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Mount Rushmore National Memorial. Big Thunder Gold Mine and National Presidential Wax Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

K Bar S Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 813 out of 1028 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 168 out of 1028 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 1028 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 1028 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 1028 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, and great hotel for the money.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannan

Liked: Amenities
Excellent place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room and property was clean and well maintained. Staff was friendly. Beds were very comfortable. Views were excellent. Breakfast was delicious with lots of options.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property...make sure you ask for a 2nd floor room facing Mount Rushmore!!! Clean, comfortable beds, pub has good food, friendly staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place,
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Clean property. Breakfast was good. Will come back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at at Kbar Lodge were awsome. The front desk greqted us with smiles qnd where super helpful. Great breakfast in the morning. Pus the view of the mountains from the hotel are breathtaking.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aggie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous location, beautiful and well maintained property, excellent bed, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place and very quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Amenities
Clean- quite & Safe
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds, friendly staff and our room had a great view of the mountains. Definitely recommend this place over staying in town! And it’s close enough to walk around town should you choose to do so!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodations, beautiful setting. Great breakfast, lovely staff. Surrounding town quaint, good restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noralee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Arrived after 11 hr drive from Yellowstone. Reservation hiccup resolved by front desk staff. Great facility with professional staff. Strongly recommend if you're staying in Keystone and fits your budget.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service. Clean and comfortable rooms. Beautiful scenery. Quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Deanne

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service. Front staff were professional, friendly and helpful. Beds were comfortable and view amazing. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Amenities
Better-than-most resort close to many state and national parks. Town of Keystone also has local activities, shopping and dining.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel near Mount Rushmore, breakfast is excellent. The rooms are clean and beds are comfortable. Will diffidently return. We ate lunch at Pub and food was great as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting, safely nestled in the mountains. Staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would like to have the room cleaned more frequently. Overall, very nice lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely surprise! Loves the location, the private beautiful scenery and very friendly atmosphere. Clean and comfortable. Highly recommend and plan to stay here next time we come. Wish we had stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay We could see George Washington's head out our room window It looked right to the site And we could see it lit at night Easy to get in and out Very comfortable sleep And great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful!’
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosemarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
…breakfast is so good.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

mirian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
the hotel is really nice because is surrounded by trees i really like it but not good restaurant the rooms old the air conditioner was laud it was good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025