Black Elk Resort Cottages and RV Park
Location: 12720 S. Highway 16, Hill City, South Dakota, 57745, Hill City, US
Star Rating: 2 Stars
Property Type: Holiday park
About this Property
Beautiful Views and Convenient Amenities
Indulge in the scenic vistas from the terrace and garden, and enjoy the convenience of amenities like a picnic area. Unwind with a refreshing drink at the bar/lounge after a day of exploration.
Comfortable Accommodation and Entertainment
Feel at home in one of the 10 uniquely decorated guestrooms equipped with modern facilities. Watch your favorite shows on the flat-screen TV and stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi. The well-equipped bathrooms and thoughtful in-room amenities ensure a pleasant stay.
Prime Location for Exploring
Conveniently located near popular attractions like Prairie Berry Winery and Naked Winery, Black Elk Resort Cottages and RV Park offers easy access to the best of Hill City. For a memorable vacation experience, book your stay now.
Important Information
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Policies
Check-in: 04:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Instructions: The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and an access code. The front desk is staffed during limited hours.
Amenities & Facilities
- Nature reserve
- Terrace
- Garden
- Designated smoking area
- Wheelchair accessible
- Outdoor furniture
- Picnic area
- Elevator
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Mountain biking nearby
- Playground on site
- Free self parking
- Cave exploring/spelunking nearby
- Public winery tours
- Nature reserve
- Horse riding nearby
Rooms Available
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Tatanka
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
Overlooking the mountains
Internet - Free WiFi 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Local maps and restaurant dining guide
Comfort - Air conditioning
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Local maps
- Restaurant dining guide
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Foxtail
1 Queen Bed
Overlooking the mountains
Internet - Free WiFi 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Local maps and restaurant dining guide
Comfort - Air conditioning
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Local maps
- Restaurant dining guide
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Northwoods, 1 queen bed, Private bathroom
1 Queen Bed
Overlooking the mountains
Internet - Free WiFi 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Local maps and restaurant dining guide
Comfort - Air conditioning
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Local maps
- Restaurant dining guide
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Buckhorn
2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed
Deck/patio with mountain views
Layout - Bedroom and living room
Relax - Fireplace
Internet - Free WiFi 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Yard, local maps, and restaurant dining guide; rollaway beds (free) available on request
Comfort - Air conditioning
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 5 (5 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Fireplace
- Yard
- Free WiFi
- Bedsheets provided
- Local maps
- Restaurant dining guide
- Deck or patio
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Mammoth
1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
Overlooking the mountains
Layout - 2 bedrooms and living room
Internet - Free WiFi 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave, cookware/dishware, and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Local maps, queen sofa bed, and restaurant dining guide
Comfort - Air conditioning
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 5 (5 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Sofa bed
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Local maps
- Restaurant dining guide
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Iron Horse, 1 queen bed, Private bathroom
1 Queen Bed
Overlooking the mountains
Internet - Free WiFi 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Local maps and restaurant dining guide
Comfort - Air conditioning
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Local maps
- Restaurant dining guide
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Odakota
1 Queen Bed
Overlooking the mountains
Internet - Free WiFi 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Local maps and restaurant dining guide
Comfort - Air conditioning
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Local maps
- Restaurant dining guide
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Aspen Room
2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
Overlooking the mountains
Layout - 2 bedrooms and living room
Internet - Free WiFi 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave, cookware/dishware, and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Local maps, queen sofa bed, and restaurant dining guide
Comfort - Air conditioning
Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 5 (5 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Sofa bed
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Local maps
- Restaurant dining guide
- Wheelchair-width doorways
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Wildcat
1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
400-sq-foot room with mountain views
Internet - Free WiFi 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Entertainment - 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Local maps and restaurant dining guide
Comfort - Air conditioning and heating
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Ceiling fan
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Local maps
- Restaurant dining guide
Guest Reviews
- Bruce (10/5): - A great place to stay. Perfect location between Hill City and Keystone.
- Cherise (10/5): - My stay at Black Elk was amazing. The cottage was clean and comfortable. The property was well kept and the staff were wonderful! I really enjoyed
- Janet (10/5): - Yes
- Alan (10/5): - I loved the property for the location and the serenity. Perfect place for a family reunion with the accommodations. Will definitely want to come back.
- Lisa (10/5): - Second time staying here. Great location and great staff. Highly recommend!
- Shelby (10/5): Anniversary Trip - What a great getaway for the weekend for my husband and I! We stayed in the Northwoods Cottage and it was perfect for our stay. The onsite employees are great to work with. Highly recommended!
- Jacqueline (10/5): - Great location.
- JACK (10/5): - Would stay again recommend it top notch.
- lonnie (10/5): Great fo vacation stay - The was a wonderful place to stay. Great room and close to keystone for shopping and close to Mt Rushmore
- Heather (10/5): - The grounds were very well kept and the staff was friendly. The breakfast in the morning was a great option as well. We loved the location and would stay again if we were in the area!
- Vicky (10/5): - Enjoyed the proximity to Mt Rushmore, Hill City, and Needles Highway. Justin, the owner, was very helpful and provided everything we needed. The cabin was clean and enjoyable.
- CHARLES (10/5): A truly hidden gem in the Black hills. - The owners Justin and Ashley are amazing!!! Made us feel like family. The room was clean and comfortable. We had a wonderful relaxing stay in Wildcat cottage! The waffles and coffee for breakfast were great. Had lots of good conversations with the owners Justin and Ashley and some of the other guests in the Taproom.
- Connie (10/5): - Clean. Pleasant staff…and stay. Would definitely book again.
- Dana (10/5): Aspen Cabin was wonderful! - Great place to stay! Loved the taphouse on site. They offered free waffles and coffee in the morning. Had a bonfire on every night for anyone to join. Quiet and serene surroundings. Roomy cabins and so comforable! I was so pleasantly surprised. Will stay again!
- Nicholas (10/5): - Great little spot! We will be back!
- Aleesha (10/5): Beautiful surroundings, clean and cozy! - Had such a great time here. Such beautiful and peaceful surroundings. Room was clean and comfortable and the hosts were friendly, helpful and very responsive. I will definitely be returning!
- Erica (10/5): Clean, comfortable, convenient - The cabin was super clean and comfortable, in a very pretty location that's convenient to a lot of Black Hills day trips. We stayed in the off-season, so not much going on, but I imagine the taproom and community bonfire during high season would be great. Would definitely stay again and recommend to others.
- Tammy (10/5): - Check-in was super simple, Justin and Ashley were amazing hosts! The cabin is absolutely adorable. Set up very efficiently and comfortably! Definitely book again
- Tamara (10/5): - We would highly recommend
- Errol (10/5): - wonderful resort, like new cabin, cool "tap room" check in area and convenient to all the site Mount Rushmore, Keystone and Hill City, Custer Park. Sayted with my parents and cabin was perfect with separate bedrooms, large bathroom and kitchenette and living room made for a nice stay with privacy. private parking just feet from front door.
- Steven (10/5): - Excellent for what I needed
- Vanessa (10/5): - The groundskeepers, or owners not sure which were super friendly. Loved everything about this place except in my opinion the bed was super uncomfortable, but other than that I have no complaints
- Kate (10/5): - This was such a great place for us to stay! The owner Justin was so nice and helpful and the gentleman that was helping was also super friendly. Quiet, nice little cabin with plenty of room for my family of 4. I would highly recommend this place to anyone!
- Glenda (10/5): - Wonderful experience… loved the resort!
- Cheryl (4/5): - Room is small bathroom didn’t have any cabinets to stor your stuff and they didn’t clean our room and we were there for 4 nights left on our 5 that.
- Imoni (10/5): Beautiful Cottage - The staff are wonderful! Beautiful scenery and great service, 10/10 for sure😊
- Nancy (10/5): - I love everything about this place, from the service to the view. Also very close from restaurants and Mount Rushmore
- Lisa (10/5): - Great place to stay while visiting the Black Hills.
- Frank (10/5): Love this place - Absolutely loved the serenity of this place. Even though it was right off the highway, very little road noise. Very clean and well-stocked. We'll definitely be staying here again
- Barry (10/5): - This is a cozy little place. It is nice but be aware the cabins are small. Has a very neat little tap room that is quite fun. The owners are very sweet and welcoming. Very easy access to Mt Rushmore and Crazy Horse.
- William (10/5): - We stayed in Aspen cottage for a week. The cottage was perfect for our needs. The location is perfect for all the activities in the Black Hill area. The property was very well maintained and clean. The owners provide a fun atmosphere with nightly bon fires, grilling area and tap room for gathering and conversations. We will be recommending to everyone and hope to return some day.
- Elizabeth (10/5): - The property was immaculate. The location was perfect with great views. The cabin we stayed in was clean and comfortable, and we had HOT water!!!! The owners treated us like family and they take such great care of the property. Unbelievable place to stay. I would highly recommend Black Elk Resort, and we can't wait to come back next year!
- Amy (10/5): - We enjoyed our stay at Black Elk Resort. The owners are so sweet and amazing. I would definitely god back! Cabins were clean and views were amazing! Love this place and my family also loved!
- DARRELL R SHANHOLTZER, (10/5): - Fantastic staff, great location, easy drive Hill City, Keystone, Mt Rushmore and many other attractions
- CARRIE (6/5): - The property was beautiful. There were way to many rules. Also as a paying client and I have use of the amenities on the property, if I wish to invite someone over to eat and use the grill, the guest has to pay. Either pay $10 or they have to buy a drink from the bar on the property. Never have I ever heard of this before.
- Lisa (10/5): - Safe, owners great people, clean cabin stayed in the Buck Horn cabin, nice bon fire every night, tap room on site. Had a great time.
- Jim (10/5): Awesome place to stay! - Owners were amazing and the cottage was located in the perfect location. Will definitely stay again if we are in the area.
- Haley (10/5): - Our cabin was wonderful! Clean, cozy, and comfy. Staff were friendly and helpful upon arrival and throughout our stay. The location was perfect, just a few miles from all the attractions in Hill City and Keystone. I recommend Black Elk to anybody visiting the area!
- Rebekah (10/5): Unexpected Piece of Heaven - Black Elk Resort looked pretty and had the right price tag when I booked. I did NOT expect the little piece of heaven that we stepped in to when checking in. Becky gave us all sorts of info about the property and taproom and recs for the area. The room was comfortable and the views were amazing. I want to come back again and enjoy it with just my husband next time.
- Justin (10/5): - Absolutely perfect!
- Kyle (10/5): Best locally-owned place I’ve ever stayed - I booked the Northwoods cabin for my last stop on a 5 day sightseeing road trip. I’m usually very cautious of local-owned places due to a few very bad experiences in the past. Thankfully, Black Elk Resort is not one of those places. Dan and Lora are two of the nicest people, and the facilities are clean and comfortable. The taproom onsite is a great place to unwind and enjoy some drinks and conversation with fellow guests and the hosts themselves. If you’re looking for a great place to stay in the Black Hills area during the summer, look no further.
- Cheryl (10/5): Amazing views - We loved staying at this cottage. Very clean! The owners/ host were fabulous! I don’t leave many reviews but needed to for this hidden gem. We stayed here after reading the reviews of other guests and was not disappointed. Close to everything we wanted to do. Especially coming back to unwind and going to the Taproom for beer and wine. Also getting to know some of the other guests that were staying there as well. This hidden gem will not disappoint. Dan and Lora welcomed you as friends but definitely made you feel like family.
- Nicole (10/5): Fantastic stay in the heart of the Black Hills - We loved our stay here. The kids could run and play on the playground equipment safely. Dan and Lora were so welcoming and friendly. They treated our kids like their own. We loved the nightly bonfires and getting to chat with other guests. So fun to learn about everyone’s different travels. All requirements for staying were clearly outlined in a binder. I appreciate their efforts in sustainability.
- Verified traveler (8/5): Family weekend - The resort is very cute and very well kept. The owner was super helpful helping us find good restaurants nearby. The room was clean. My only issues were the sulfur smell of the water, which I know they cannot help and the tv in our room was mounted on the wall facing straight ahead with all 3 beds to the side so you couldn't relax in bed and watch tv at night because you couldn't really see the tv. But those issues were minor and I would stay there again.
- Jonathan (10/5): - Black Elk lodge is in a great location, and clean and maintained to a very high level. But beyond that, Lora and Dan are so helpful. They helped with suggesting scenic drives to take, sites to see, places to eat, as well being great people to visit with. Thanks Lora & Dan, we'll be back definitely!
- Isis (10/5): - I high recomend this place
- Davette (8/5): Great place to stay - It was great.
- Robyn (10/5): Best stay ever! - We stayed at one of Dan and Loras cabins and we loved it! The cabin was very clean and in the perfect spot for a peaceful stay. They gave us a great dinner recommendation, which we tried and loved! They are very nice and make you feel at home. I would 100% recommend the Black Elk Resort to anyone looking for a nice getaway in the black hills.
- nicholas (10/5): - Everything was amazing and very clean!
- Kevin (10/5): Cozy and quiet! - We had a wonderful 4 day get away to the Black Hills and loved our stay at Black Elk Resort. Spotless clean, tidy, and so very cozy! Lora was attentive to every need and made sure everything was perfect. We'll definitely come back to Black Elk!
- Eileen (10/5): - We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Black Elk Resort. The owners were so very accommodating and the cottage was absolutely lovely! This is a convenient location for visiting Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse Memorial, and Keystone.
- Jim (10/5): Black Hills 2022 - Amazing location, friendly staff. Owners are on premise and welcoming. Cabins are so nice and it is a peaceful location. We will return!!!
- Robert (10/5): - Very good spot with or with out kids. The room is nice and clean. Feels like your cabin in the woods. But you are close to town and Mt. Rushmore and the other parks.
- Steve (10/5): Phenomenal - What a great place to stay. This was easily the best place we stayed at during our time in the Hills. Lora and Dan are great hosts and made our stay even better. Make sure you spend some time in the taproom as they have some local brews to choose from. We can’t wait too stay here again.
- James (8/5): - Cozy and welcoming. Poor water pressure. Shower water smelled like sulphur.
- Verified traveler (10/5): Great place to book - Don’t hesitate to book here. We had 5 in our family and compared to a hotel this was so much better for us. Place was clean, owners were great, and we were close to Rushmore, Custer, and the other local attractions.
- Rachel (10/5): Recommend this cute, beautiful place - Beautiful place. Very clean. Very friendly owners. Only downfall is no cell service and internet connection almost nothing. But hey. Youre in the wilderness. To be expected.
- Jamie (8/5): - Cabin was very clean and comfortable, but we had very little internet/cell service which was a problem for us. I understand they're aware and working on a solution.
- Ivan (10/5): - Stayed for two nights in a really nice small cabin. Very clean, comfortable, and quiet. The location is great and the hosts are really nice. I would go back there.
- Cathy (10/5): Black Elk Resort - Our trip to South Dakota was amazing. We stayed at Black Elk Resort and it couldn’t have been any better. We had easy access to everything from Mt Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Custer, Wind Cave, the Badlands, Bear Country and so much more. Lora and Dan were great hosts very informative and helpful with everything from weather to food suggestions and sights to see. Cant say enough about this place! It was fantastic!!!
- Samantha (10/5): - They were so great. The stay was awesome and Lora was so friendly and helpful. The cabin was beautiful and cozy.
- Verified traveler (10/5): A great place to get away from it all. - Our stay in Mammoth was great. The place was clean and equipped well enough for a group of guys on a BHNF exploration trip. The location made it easy to travel to any section of the forest we wanted to in a day. No cell service and not great WiFi in the cabin made for a nice break from our overly connected lives.
- Carlos (10/5): - We had a amazing time in the cabin, it was a lovely place, we couldn’t asked for more.
- Mark (8/5): - Everything a group of four needed for a weekend deer hunting in the hills! We bought a few groceries to prepare meals in the kitchenette, stayed cozy and refreshed. Everything worked great!
- Sara (10/5): Great place! - The cottage we stayed in was exactly as pictured and described online. Perfect for our family of four. The owners were very nice and welcoming when we arrived and during our stay. Our kids thoroughly enjoyed the onsite playground after days of traveling in the car. The tap house was a great place to relax and chat with others. It was nice to return after a day out and bbq dinner then sit by the fire and make smores for the kids. We would definitely stay here again!
- Amy (6/5): Advertisement misleading - No phone signal, no wifi, no water pressure, no grip on shower floor,Beautiful setting nice room. Great host. Not so good on price for a so called resort. Woyld not stay unless improvements were made. Had to run into hill city to make phone calls to loved ones.
- beth (8/5): - the wall unit provides heat and cooling. it is very loud when cooling and moderate loud heating. cant watch tv comfortably as need to turn it up too loud to hear it. our unit had private bathroom. shower hot water good. view great. has nice common area to relax
- Pauline (8/5): - The property was right off the highway so finding it was easy. It had a large area for children and families to play and a fire to enjoy at night. The cabin we stayed at was super clean and spacious. The staff was very courteous and friendly. It is a dead spot for cell phones so be aware and the wifi connection is outside of the cabin in an open pavillion. So that was a bit difficult for our stay. Our TV didn't have satellite due to a new roof but we were compensated really well from the owners and we did appreciate that a lot. It was a wonderful place to stay and felt like home.
- loretta (10/5): Great little place - We stayed for 4 nights in Mammoth cottage. It was very clean and cozy. It had everything we needed in the kitchen. There were also plenty of towels and toiletries. The grounds were well maintained with plenty of grills outside. I would definitely stay here again. The resort was close to all the sights such as Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse. Custer state park and the cute little towns.
- Sonjia De la (10/5): - Lovely small quaint place with clean grounds & lovely blooms. Very friendly & helpful owners !! Truly enjoyed our stay 🤗🤗
- JEFFREY (10/5): - It was very clean, had a nice coffee bar, beautiful landscaping & air conditioned cabin. Very nice place with friendly owners!
- Becky (10/5): - Super clean, comfortable and owners are very friendly! Would stay again for sure! Highly recommended.
- Verified traveler (10/5): - Well I have to say I couldn't be happier with the Black Elk Resort. The couple that run it were friendly and helpful. This place was charming and centrally located. I will recommend them to my friends and stay there again.
- Verified traveler (10/5): - Room was very cozy and very clean. Would definitely recommend and we will stay here again in the future.
- Verified traveler (8/5): - Owners were very friendly. Cabin was extremely clean. Could have used a bigger table for eating but there was really no room for one. They utilized the space very well.
- Shannon (10/5): Good place to stay - Excellent place, nice cabins. Owners are very hospitable, and friendly.
- larry (10/5): Charming resort near all of the major tourist site - We thoroughly enjoyed our four day stay at Black Elk Resort. The view of the tallest peak east of the Rockies was stirring. It is very centrally located to Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Hill City, Custer and the other sites. The couple who run it are charming, friendly and hard-working. The only negative is that the internet reception in the cottages was sporadic and undependable. Otherwise, it was wonderful.
- Verified traveler (10/5): - Perfect location to all of the Black Hills attractions. Beautiful facilities. Was able to grill out several nights. Spacious accommodations. Very pleased!!
- ANN (10/5): Would stay again! - This resort is so clean and well kept. The rooms are impeccable and the grounds are so nicely landscaped. The owners are very friendly and wonderful to talk with. Would definitely stay again.
- Christine (8/5): Great Hill City getaway - We had a wonderful time in our little cottage. We even spent a whole day resting there as part of our long honeymoon, and we could hit the store in Hill City for some snacks, sit on the swing under the tree to read, and chill on our little deck. The owners are super-friendly and helpful, and there is a but of community in the evenings around the fire if you want it. The shower is a little small, if you’re a big person, but other than that the cottage was comfortable. My husband loved that they have a little bar on-site as well!
- Dennis (10/5): Lisa and Denny Ghaul - The setting in the black hills was beautiful. The cottages felt brand new with clean and decorative western decor. Hot coffee was free - beer and wine to purchase. It was an adorable little haven !!!!!
- Verified traveler (10/5): - We really enjoyed how Dan and Lora made us feel like good friends. They did it with everyone. Just a great place. The cottages were so comfortable and clean. Had a wonderful stay and enjoyed their company and conversation while having a beer. Which i do not like beer but they had a great one on tap. It was very close to what we wanted to see and get to a town close by. We just LOVED it. Thank you so much
- Verified traveler (10/5): - We stayed in a cabin for two nights. The location is perfect if you want to see the black hills, Mount Rushmore and Custer state park. Our cabin was perfect, absolutely adorable and spotless. The owners, Lora and Dan, we’re so friendly and accommodating. They treated us like family. When we come back to the beautiful area, we will absolutely stay here again.
- Sean (10/5): Best Little Gem in the Black Hills - Dan and Lora are so welcoming and worked very hard to ensure our stay was incredible. We can’t say enough good things about this couple or the resort that they maintain and manage! We fell in love with the surrounding area and are sure to return time and time again. We will always be staying at the Black Elk Resort! The cottages (we saw several of the unoccupied ones during our stay) were clean and stocked with everything one would need for a fun family vacation. The decorations were beautifully done and clearly there were loving touches from the heart! We loved sitting at the campfire in the evenings and chatting in the Taproom while sipping wine. The hospitality they show is truly five star (I’d give more stars if I could) ... the finest resort living! Please give this wonderful resort a try, but only if you want to love it and leave it as beautiful as you found it! Dan and Lora truly cherish this place in a way that made us cherish it for ourselves! We can’t wait to go back!
- Robert (10/5): Definitely stay here!!! - I Highly recommend staying here! Dan & Lora are amazing hosts. This is our 2nd stay at Black Elk Resort & there will definitely be more in the future! The cabin was very clean, spacious & felt like home. The wifi is spotty but I found I could connect on the front porch & stay connected in the cabin. Honestly do you really need wifi with the views & everything to do nearby? It's conveniently located near Keystone, Rapid city, Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse & the friendly town of hill city.
- Verified traveler (4/5): - Took my family up to there cabins to get out of the city for a couple days, The first thing to know there is little to no Wifi if you can get it to work, no cell service ( which isn't a huge deal unless your trying to plan your next day and activities and unable to do it, you can drive 5-10 min into Hill City to get decent cell service ) The cabins are located right off of the Highway so there is constant cars - trucks - semis going by all day till about 9-10pm when road becomes less busy. Staying up there in the summer busy months can be very noisy if your looking for a more quiet place to relax away from road and car noise this wouldn't be a place to stay. We stayed at the cabin on the off season and only 1 other small group was staying at cabins and were told that we need wrap up our grilling time with our local family by 8 even though "quiet time" on there rule sheet wasn't till 10pm, was awkward for family and made us feel unwelcome to have any guests even hang outside with us. Overall wouldn't come back to this location, if you have a family with kids I would save your money and go else where more family friendly. The positive... the cabin was clean, if you want more space need to make sure you get the larger cabins they have we stayed in the sportsman.
- Verified traveler (10/5): - Totally sweet little cabins - clean and cozy! We’d come back for sure.
- ANDI (10/5): Perfect escape - Lovely cabin. Nice and clean and spacious. Great location just off 16A. The owners welcomed us with open arms and were very accommodating. Only downfall is there is no cell reception or wifi. We were hoping to plan our morning hike the night before but had no access to do so. Other than that, it was perfect.
- Gay (10/5): ABSOLUTELY LOVE WHISPERING WINDS - ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS PROPERTY AND THE FAMILY THAT RUNS IT. I CAN'T WAIT TO GO BACK!
- Jason (10/5): - Property and our cabin was fantastic. The owner of the property was very welcoming. Cabin is within a couple miles of Hill City and several wineries and breweries making it a perfect location to get a little peace and quite and not be too far from anything. We will definitely be staying there again!
- Nastasia (10/5): - What a cute place! It’s perfect for any reason to stay over - wish we could’ve stayed longer
- Camille (10/5): Best little cabins in the Black Hills - Our stay at Whispering Winds was excellent!! Such a cute place. The cabins are roomy and very clean. Beds are very comfortable. The owners are more than accommodating and very kind. I will most definitely be going back!!
- Andre (10/5): Very Pleasant, will return! - We booked this cottage because of its proximity to Mt Rushmore and being on the way to where we were headed. We arrived a little later than we wanted but were greeted happily by the owners. They couldn't have been nicer. They showed us to our cabin, explained how everything worked and left us to enjoy our evening. When we got back from Mt Rushmore, we really enjoyed the peace and quiet of the cabin. The fireplace kept the cabin warm and was a nice touch. The cabin was clean, beds were comfy. Everything was as described. Including no cell service. For some, this may be an issue. For someone like me who is always connected for work, this was very pleasant to not have my phone going off all night. I was able to enjoy my family knowing I would not be bothered. I highly recommend Whispering Winds and we will definitely stay here again the next time we are passing through.
- Verified traveler (10/5): Great cabin - clean & comfy! - Perfect little cabin for getting away from it all!
- Donna (8/5): - Stayed in a nice, clean cottage with a comfortable queen bed. It is located in location close to Custer State Park. Although right off the scenic route, road traffic was quiet most of the night until about 6am. There is no wifi or cell signals inside the cabin. The only access is if you go to their Tap Room. We had a nice visit but if I had known about the wifi we would have chosen another place to stay.
- Verified traveler (4/5): disappointment in the hills - We were led to believe by the reviews that Whispering Winds was superb. It was not. We have traveled a lot but never experienced a unit as tiny as this. Among other irritations was the shower. It seemed to be too hot or too cold. There was very little shelf space any where in the unit. On the positive side, the people were friendly and helpful, the bed was comfortable and the location was good.
- Samantha (10/5): - Cozy cottages in a beautiful environment. This is a perfect location to quickly get to all of the Must See places. The owner is super cool and the caretakers are friendly and accommodating. Great amenities too! It’s the perfect place to settle in.
- Emily (10/5): - This place is a beautiful clean well-cared-for gem in the black hills. We stayed in the 3-bd cottage. The property is surrounded by lovely mountains. It’s a higher quality property than other places we passed by in the area. The rooms are well decorated and furnished. They pay meticulous attention to the grounds. The taproom is so gorgeous and they have a fire going every evening for guests to congregate.
- Diana (10/5): Would go back - Tim was wonderful..we felt so cared about. He even remembered our names. Whatever we needed was there instantly. Their wine/beer bar was a welcome sight every evening.. A wonderful camp fire to sit by at night. Cute and comfortable. Small cabin, could have been bigger but workable
- Martha (10/5): awesome place - The beds were very comfortable and it was very clean. The gentlemen was super friendly during checkin and checkout. Would stay there again
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