Ponderosa Pines Inn and Cabins
Location: 705 Glendale drive, Lead, US
Star Rating: 2 Stars
Property Type: Lodges
About this Property
Convenient Amenities
Enjoy complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and barbecue grills during your stay. The front desk is available during limited hours, and free self-parking is provided onsite.
Individually Decorated Guestrooms
Relax in one of the 16 uniquely decorated guestrooms, complete with refrigerators and microwaves. Each room features a flat-screen television for your entertainment.
Nearby Attractions
Explore the area's attractions with Living Map Theater just 0.7 km away and Historic Homestake Opera House within 1.8 km. The Homestake Gold Mine and Black Hills National Forest are also a short distance from the property. Book your stay at Ponderosa Pines Inn and Cabins for a convenient and comfortable experience.
Important Information
* The property is professionally cleaned.
* Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
* This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Policies
Check-in: 03:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Amenities & Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Picnic area
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Smoke-free property
- Free self parking
- Housekeeping on request
- Change of towels (on request)
- Change of bed sheets (on request)
- Accessible shuttle
- No accessible shuttle
Rooms Available
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Comfort Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking (Unit #3)
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Furnished balcony/patio with courtyard views
Layout - 2 bedrooms and sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink - Refrigerator and microwave
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - 2 bathrooms, shower, a hair dryer, and towels
Comfort - Climate-controlled heating and air conditioning, fresh bed sheets (on request), and fresh towels (on request)
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, no cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Separate sitting area
- Access via exterior corridors
- Free WiFi
- Furnished balcony or patio
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Portable fan
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
- Paper towels
- Change of towels (on request)
- Change of bed sheets (on request)
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Deluxe Cabin, 1 Bedroom (Unit #7)
1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
Features a private furnished patio
Layout - Bedroom and living room
Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink - Refrigerator and microwave
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - A queen sofa bed
Comfort - Climate-controlled heating and air conditioning, fresh bed sheets (on request), and fresh towels (on request)
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, no cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Sofa bed
- Access via exterior corridors
- Free WiFi
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Separate bedroom
- Portable fan
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
- Paper towels
- Change of towels (on request)
- Change of bed sheets (on request)
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Comfort Single Room, 1 King Bed (Unit #19)
1 King Bed
Features a private balcony
Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink - Refrigerator and microwave
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, a hair dryer, and towels
Comfort - Climate-controlled heating and air conditioning, fresh bed sheets (on request), and fresh towels (on request)
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, no cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Access via exterior corridors
- Free WiFi
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
- Paper towels
- Change of towels (on request)
- Change of bed sheets (on request)
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Comfort Single Room, 2 Queen Beds (Unit #16)
2 Queen Beds
Features a private balcony
Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink - Refrigerator and microwave
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, a hair dryer, and towels
Comfort - Climate-controlled heating and air conditioning, fresh bed sheets (on request), and fresh towels (on request)
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, no cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Access via exterior corridors
- Free WiFi
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
- Paper towels
- Change of towels (on request)
- Change of bed sheets (on request)
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Comfort Single Room, 2 Queen Beds (Unit #17)
2 Queen Beds
Features a private balcony
Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink - Refrigerator and microwave
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, a hair dryer, and towels
Comfort - Climate-controlled heating and air conditioning, fresh bed sheets (on request), and fresh towels (on request)
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, no cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Access via exterior corridors
- Free WiFi
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
- Paper towels
- Change of towels (on request)
- Change of bed sheets (on request)
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Comfort Cabin, 1 Bedroom (Unit #14)
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Balcony with courtyard views
Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink - Refrigerator and microwave
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels
Comfort - Climate-controlled heating and air conditioning, fresh bed sheets (on request), and fresh towels (on request)
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, no cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Ceiling fan
- Access via exterior corridors
- Free WiFi
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Portable fan
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
- Paper towels
- Change of towels (on request)
- Change of bed sheets (on request)
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Family Cabin, 3 Bedrooms (Unit #5)
2 Double Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
Overlooking the courtyard
Layout - 3 bedrooms and living room
Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink - Refrigerator and microwave
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, a hair dryer, and towels
Comfort - Climate-controlled heating and air conditioning, fresh bed sheets (on request), and fresh towels (on request)
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, no cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 6 (6 Adults)
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Access via exterior corridors
- Free WiFi
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Portable fan
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
- Paper towels
- Change of towels (on request)
- Change of bed sheets (on request)
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Comfort Single Room, 2 Queen Beds (Unit #20)
2 Queen Beds
Features a private balcony
Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink - Refrigerator and microwave
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, a hair dryer, and towels
Comfort - Climate-controlled heating and air conditioning, fresh bed sheets (on request), and fresh towels (on request)
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, no cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Access via exterior corridors
- Free WiFi
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
- Paper towels
- Change of towels (on request)
- Change of bed sheets (on request)
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Deluxe Cabin, 1 Bedroom (Unit #9)
1 Queen Bed
Features a private furnished patio
Layout - Bedroom, living room, and sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink - Refrigerator and microwave
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, a hair dryer, and towels
Comfort - Climate-controlled heating and air conditioning, fresh bed sheets (on request), and fresh towels (on request)
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, no cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Ceiling fan
- Separate sitting area
- Access via exterior corridors
- Free WiFi
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Separate bedroom
- Portable fan
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
- Paper towels
- Change of towels (on request)
- Change of bed sheets (on request)
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Comfort Cabin, 2 Bedrooms (Unit #4)
1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed
Furnished patio with courtyard views
Layout - 2 bedrooms and sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink - Refrigerator and microwave
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, a hair dryer, and towels
Comfort - Climate-controlled heating and air conditioning, fresh bed sheets (on request), and fresh towels (on request)
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, no cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Separate sitting area
- Access via exterior corridors
- Free WiFi
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Portable fan
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
- Paper towels
- Change of towels (on request)
- Change of bed sheets (on request)
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Comfort Single Room, 1 King Bed (Unit #18)
1 King Bed
Features a private balcony
Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink - Refrigerator and microwave
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, a hair dryer, and towels
Comfort - Climate-controlled heating and air conditioning, fresh bed sheets (on request), and fresh towels (on request)
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, no cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Access via exterior corridors
- Free WiFi
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
- Paper towels
- Change of towels (on request)
- Change of bed sheets (on request)
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Classic Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Hill View (Unit #10 No Internet)
1 Queen Bed
Furnished patio with hill views
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink - Refrigerator and microwave
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels
Comfort - Climate-controlled heating and air conditioning, fresh bed sheets (on request), and fresh towels (on request)
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, no cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Access via exterior corridors
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Portable fan
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
- Paper towels
- Change of towels (on request)
- Change of bed sheets (on request)
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Classic Cabin, Multiple Beds (Unit #15)
2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
Furnished patio with courtyard views
Layout - Bedroom
Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink - Refrigerator and microwave
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels
Comfort - Climate-controlled heating and air conditioning, fresh bed sheets (on request), and fresh towels (on request)
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, no cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 6 (6 Adults)
- Shower
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Ceiling fan
- Access via exterior corridors
- Free WiFi
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Portable fan
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
- Paper towels
- Change of towels (on request)
- Change of bed sheets (on request)
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Classic Cabin, 1 Bedroom (Unit #8)
1 Queen Bed
Features a private furnished patio
Layout - Bedroom and living room
Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, and toaster
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels
Comfort - Climate-controlled heating and air conditioning, fresh bed sheets (on request), and fresh towels (on request)
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, no cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Toaster
- Toilet paper
- Access via exterior corridors
- Free WiFi
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Separate bedroom
- Portable fan
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
- Paper towels
- Change of towels (on request)
- Change of bed sheets (on request)
Guest Reviews
- tinakF1952NX (2/5): Scam - Cancel Open app Search Restaurants Home Services More Lead, SD Event Planning & Services Hotels Ponderosa Pines Inn & Cabins Ponderosa Pines Inn & Cabins 3.8 (13 reviews) $$Ultra High-EndHotels Closed • 8:00 am - 8:00 pm Unclaimed Add Review Call Directions Website Ponderosa Pines Inn & Cabins Photos    +7  You might also consider Sponsored Tin Lizzie Gaming Resort 3.0 (36 reviews) Dewey P. said: We stopped in for lunch after hearing about the senior specials. We… read more More like Ponderosa Pines Inn & Cabins Hotels With Free Parking Bathroom Hotel With Full Kitchen Hotels And Motels And Inns Recommended Reviews - Ponderosa Pines Inn & Cabins Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews. Tina K. 0 1 0 2 hours ago ZERO STARS I booked a room from out of state by calling the local number (I had already looked at the property on two booking sites.) It sent me to another booking company and I reserved a room on Jan. 15th. We arrived early and called to get an early check in. There was NO FRONT DESK to check in. There were NO PEOPLE on the property. We waited till check in time. We waited another half hour (in a blizzard) in the parking lot. NO ONE EVER SHOWED UP. THE PROPERTY WAS APPARENTLY CLOSED FOR THE SEASON. Now they refuse to refund my money. They are still booking rooms and cabins on at least 3 booking sites. Beware! This place will scam you. Start your review...  Browse more easily on the app  Trent M. Elite 7 30 101 31 20 years ago The best find of the trip, the Ponderosa Motor Lodge is off the beaten path. Just up the road from the casino soaked town of Deadwood, this place has more charm and class than anything we found over there. A (I am assuming) family run establishment perched atop a hill, this place consists on a few cabins with one or two motel rooms in each. It's filled to the brim with kitsch and the family that runs it is sweet as pie (Grandma even stayed up late so we could check in at 11:15pm! I LOVE HER!). We went in the off season and called 3pm the day off to get a room and had our pick of the litter, they did say it fills up quick in the summer. The beds were comfortable, the rooms were clean and you couldn't beat the price (I think it was $50). Everytime I am in South Dakota I am going to go out of my way to stay here. me: "where would you recommend we go for breakfast?" lady at desk: "well, i just wish the burger king hadn't closed..." I LOVE THIS PLACE!read more Ponderosa Pines Inn & Cabins - mural in our room - Hotels Near Me - Lead, South Dakota Tyler H. 0 3 0 1 year ago It's an old place with old furniture and musty smell... and it's HOT in there. So we tried to used their fan which had broken legs. Then after our stay we were charged an extra $30 because they said we broke the fan, which we absolutely did not! They didn't tell us about it and they would not return our calls. I had to trick the lady to call me back by leaving a message about renting a new room and when on the phone finally she became completely hysterical and yelled at me about how we "trashed the room" because we left sheets on the floor... we didn't use some of the bedding because it was so hot. The only reason we rented a room here for 4 in our group because the ad says it sleeps 6. We reserved through Expedia which defaults to 2 and forgot to change it. We acknowledged 4 would be staying with us when checking in and she charged us extra for that as well. I recommend the Hampton Inn up the street where the rest of our group stayed. It was cheaper and sooo much nicer and free breakfast.read more Read Tyler's full review on the app A P. 0 1 0 2 years ago I took a break from normal life for a few days and ended up at the Ponderosa Pines Inn. I can honestly say I loved this place. It's laid back and comfortable. The owner checked me in and showed me to my room and afterwards sat out on the front porch and talked with me for two hours like we were old friends. The room was clean and had everything I needed and then some. The price was awesome and I'll definitely be going back to this area in the future and will be staying at the Ponderosa again. I highly recommend everyone going to the Deadwood area to check out this place because it will most likely be exactly what you need to compliment an excellent vacation.read more Donna F. 0 3 3 2 years ago I stayed for a couple of nights in mid-July and really enjoyed the place. Check-in was fast and efficient; the owner (and her sister) were super friendly and helpful as well. The room was incredibly clean and spacious; the bathroom was plenty big and had everything I needed for my stay. Add to this a fridge, and a small table (think I had a microwave too? can't remember, but pretty sure I did)... and it was pretty much perfect. The bed was insanely comfortable, as was the little loveseat in the room. Only downside was that the walls are a tiny bit thin and having brainlessly noisy neighbors on either side of the room can get a bit annoying, but that is no reason to dock the establishment on a review (it's more a mention regarding general noise level - between the highway and brainless, loud ninnies.. bring earplugs, and you'll sleep like a baby). No complaints! Great place. I'd stay again, and I'd recommend Ponderosa Pines to a friend.read more Kim C. 0 23 0 2 years ago Great find for our end of the day after touring Mt Rushmore and heading to Sturgis for breakfast. Small,cozy cabin. Heated up quick. Bed was super comfortable and linens/quilt were clean and fresh. We arrived 8pm and Judith got us settled. Very friendly and helpful. We left early so didn't use the kitchen but it looked nicely stocked. Shower was hot. We did need our own shampoo which I had. Glad they had a blow dryer.read more Rose R. 0 1 0 6 years ago Clean & affordable!! my spouse is in a wheelchair & they made sure we had plenty of room for him to get around. very friendly & courteous staff, we look forward to going back this fall.read more R M. 0 3 0 9 years ago I don't think I'll be staying at The Ponderosa Motor Lodge in Lead, SD after reading this review... UCK! This place should be condemned by the board of health. Dark, dingy and dated. Everything in the room was sticky including the carpet I was afraid to walk on it in my bare feet. The couch looked like it had been dug out of the town dump it was so filthy I had to use a bath towel to cover the couch to sit on and was still afraid to sit on it or use the couch pillows. The room smelled of mold, mildew, something unidentifiable and animals. The hot water in the shower was at best cool, not hot very disappointing after a long day of driving. There was black hair in the showers, soap dispenser empty and no shampoo, or wash cloths. The towels were also dirty and used. There were moldy shower curtains (yes, both showers were disgusting.) The bedding had not been changed and had been slept in more than once (not by me) and the linens smelled and were dirty and were not fresh and clean. There was also animal hair, and black human hair in the bed. You could tell someone had used and slept on the pillow cases. Bugs crawling around the walls and window sills. The remote for the TV did not work. The curtains were see-through. There was cat hair on everything even the lamp shade. There was communal coffee for morning that God only knows who had used it and dug around in it. The coffee was literally poured in an open sandwich bag and totally unsanitary. The dirty old fan in the bedroom had grease on the fan blades. I found out when I got home I had contracted a severe case of ringworm from sleeping here. YES... Ringworm!!! Avoid this place at all cost... And, that cost was an outrageous $85 a night. Couldn't have been more gross... DISGUSTING... Unhealthy... Don't let the cute exterior fool you... Really check out the room before handing over your credit card. BEWARE!!!read more Read R's full review on the app Byron M. 0 20 0 8 years ago This is a great place. We were a couple of tired bikers and picked this place by chance. Karen greeted us with a smile and gave us a load of info on their place. Has a great patio out front for sitting and relaxing. Bar b q grills. Fire pit. Towels to clean up your bike and also covered parking. Highly recommend this to anyone looking for terrific mom and pop.read more Jason C. 23 1 1 10 years ago We also stayed at the Ponderosa from October to January($895 per month) My mother was in an accident on December 30th. Dr. said that she would probably die within 1 week due to severity of head trauma. I had already made prior arrangements to pay our rent on the 8th as I get paid biweekly. Joyce had started calling and demanding money on January 1st because we had told them we had a family emergency and had to go to Michigan. As if I wasn't under enough stress already I had reminded her that I get paid on the 8th and the agreement that we had made. She continued to call and harass me daily and insisted that we return to south dakota. I agreed to pay late fee charges but didn't have the full amount at the time. We have a very small car and two children so we didn't take much with us. My wife returned to make a payment and put our stuff into storage. Dan said that she could come make a payment and clean the cabin out. However when she got there she was denied access for two days. They went through our belongings kept what they wanted and threw the rest out in the snow and told my wife to come and get it. Although our stuff was only there for two weeks and a lot of it either missing or damaged they still charged us for the whole month plus late fees and cleaning fees. Our $100 cleaning deposit was never acknowledged but we was charged an additional $150 for cleaning even though we was denied the opportunity to clean ourselves. In total we where charged $1200 for two weeks of storage.read more Ponderosa Pines Inn & Cabins - Getting threats for an honest review - Hotels Near Me - Lead, South Dakota Read Jason's full review on the app James A. 0 1 0 15 years ago This place DOES NOT deserve any rating. My family and I are from des moines iowa up here on vacation this place is so disgusting with old nasty expired food in the fridge from the owner who I guess stays here some times. the bedding has stains from you know what. theres spiders here the pull out sofa bed has mouse feces on it. the dishes here are filthy with mouse stuff. this is the most awful place I have ever had the displeasure of staying there isnt any house keeping of any kind. it just feels so dirty and gross here. The bottom line is this place is tacky and disgusting basically a biker lodge. DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY HERE! at least not Cabin number 1, which is connected to the main office, when you look at this online it looks like it is separate. BAIT AND SWITCH!read more Read James's full review on the app Kay R. 0 1 0 10 years ago We have stayed at the Ponderosa for many day at a time on numerous occasions. It is always one of our favorite spots when visiting the Black Hills. Not only do the facilities meet our every need but The owners are very warm and welcoming and are there to handle all requests and offer help when needed. A great place to experience South Dakota....read more Ashley K. 43 2 0 10 years ago Love the area, gorgeous views and waking up to seeing deer outside of our cabin started our mornings out beautifully! The harley-davidson themed room is my favorite!read more Kayla M. 30 4 0 12 years ago Ponderosa Motor Lodge is one of the cleanest establishments I have ever been too! The owner insures that everything is up to expectation and seeing as to how they have always gotten an A from the health inspector I don't see how there could be anything gross James A. I insure you this place is always clean and is always running smoothly! The owners are nice and always make sure everyone is well taken care of. Everyone who wants a great experience in Lead and only 5 min away from deadwood should stay at this Motor Lodge.read more I booked a room from out of state by calling the local number (I had already looked at the property on two booking sites.) It sent me to another booking company and I reserved a room on Jan. 15th. We arrived early and called to get an early check in. There was NO FRONT DESK to check in. There were NO PEOPLE on the property. We waited till check in time. We waited another half hour (in a blizzard) in the parking lot. NO ONE EVER SHOWED UP. THE PROPERTY WAS APPARENTLY CLOSED FOR THE SEASON. Now they refuse to refund my money. They are still booking rooms and cabins on at least 3 booking sites. Beware! This place will scam you.
- savannahn979 (10/5): Gorgeous renovated cabin - Our room on the end of the cabin was excellent. The room and the bathroom were large. AC worked well. Everything was newer or renovated here and it was a job well done. Loved the smart tv option. Mini fridge was great, as was the microwave — we got a late dinner at Smokin Jays BBQ and were able to microwave it once we wanted to eat, which was great.
- T742KSjackien (10/5): Visited South Dakota over the 4th of July and had a great time with friends visiting parks and towns around the area. - Such a great place to stay! The location was amazing and so close to all the towns I wanted to visit! This was a first for me that my stay made me feel so at home I didn’t want to leave! The rooms were clean and cool (great a/c) and I enjoyed sitting by the bonfire at night after long days seeing all the sights. You can tell the owners love South Dakota and want their visitors to truly enjoy their stay!
- Mobile10048333791 (10/5): Cozy and convenient - This was our 5th year traveling to the Black Hills for a summer getaway. Our stay at Ponderosa Pines was the most affordable, convenient and fun so far. Our family of 4 had plenty of room and everything we needed in cabin 7. Our friends stayed in another cabin and our kids had fun exploring the property and playing in the grass by the fire pit together. There were lots of places on the property to sit and enjoy the outdoors for the adults too. I saw some previous reviews about traffic noise -- but we honestly didn't notice it at all. Groceries and other necessities are super close, and we even rented some UTVs for the day one day (just up the hill). Already talking about our next stay!
- X1033RVannes (10/5): Can’t wait to book again! - We had a week long stay in Cabin #8 at the Ponderosa Pines. We had a very full but relaxing stay. We got to do many day trips around the area: Reptile Garden, Bear Country USA, Mount Rushmore and many UTV and hiking trails. It was so nice seeing these close attractions and getting to come home to an enchanting and lovely cabin. I loved the wilderness and rustic feel but the convenience of being close to Lead to run into town for good food, groceries and gas. Overall great get away.
- F434GBamyb (10/5): Wonderful Stay in Cabin 5! - Our family of four (including two teenagers) stayed in Cabin 5 over the holiday weekend and had a fantastic experience. The cabin was clean, comfortable, and cozy—perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring. We really appreciated how well-maintained everything was, and the space was just right for our family. The location is excellent, with easy access to Lead, Central City, and Deadwood. It made day trips simple and enjoyable, and we loved coming back to such a cozy setting each evening. Highly recommend for families or anyone looking for a quiet, convenient getaway in the Black Hills area. We’d definitely stay here again!
- Wolfojos (6/5): Clean But Traffic Noise - We stayed in a cabin on the far end away from the office. The staff was friendly. Cabin was clean. Cabins are close together. We stayed during a cold front, so everyone stayed inside. Noise could be an issue on the weekends in summer. Noise was a fulltime nuisance from the never-ending traffic though. We had to checkout early because we couldn't sleep even with a fan for white noise. The lack of insulation and noise is why I am leaving three stars. Book directly with the office and not a third-party site for the best deal.
- Amanda (10/5): - The cabin was so cute and small. Very cozy has a nice patio and the bed was very comfortable.
- Justine (10/5): - Our stay at Ponderosa Pines was perfect. The perfect location for a weekend getaway for a romantic stay in the mountains. The cabin would also be perfect for the whole family, with comfortable beds and all the ammenities of home.
- Donald (10/5): Your little cabin in the woods. Recommended. - Nice cabin at the end of a long day's travel. Liked the area so much I booked an extra night.
- Dexter (10/5): - Nice, quaint & cozy cabin property
- BARNABY (10/5): Great place, comfortable stay, close to everything - Super friendly staff, room is great, completed the needs of this visit. Quick access to local stores.
- Nickolas (6/5): - Nice cabins
- Timothy (8/5): - Place was very quiet, however we were there off season, and for the majority of the week it was just us, squirrels and chipmunks. Some repairs are needed, as a couple nights a critter was in the walls, getting in thru a hole in the fascia. Easiest and most layed back check in, very friendly staff!
- Donna (10/5): - Enjoyed our stay in the cabins!!
- Margaret (10/5): - We stayed 3 nights here and it was everything we needed. Location was great. Cabin was small but for just 2 of us, it was fine and cozy. Little bit of dust bunnies behind bedroom door, could use a little deep cleaning but overall we enjoyed our stay and would stay again. We appreciated all the extra fluffy blankets because this time of year can be quite cool at night.
- Susan (8/5): - Cozy cabin feel. Easy access in and out. Furnishings were okay for what it was.
- Corinne (10/5): - Quaint, peaceful and wonderful.
- Don (10/5): - We like everything about our stay. Owners we very nice
- Renee (10/5): - The little old cabin was exceptional! It was clean, cozy and comfortable. We will definitely stay again :)
- Verified traveler (10/5): - Great place to stay. Staff was very nice and room had everything we needed. Only complaint is slight sound from road and neighbor.
- Melissa (10/5): - Loved the cozy cabin and warm heater and comfortable beds
- Julie (10/5): - Extremely clean. Room was just as pictured. Much better than your average motel room furnishings. Staff was very friendly. Easy to get to. Great value.
- Alisa (8/5): - This was my first experience in a cabin vs usually camping or a hotel. I was pleasantly surprised there were the amenities like like plates, cups, bowls, utensils, toaster, grill and dish soap to clean the dishes. Be aware the bathroom soap they privide is just a few small bar soaps, no actual shampoo/conditioner, so bring your own. The cabin we stayed in was small and had a camper type shower, but it was perfect for our needs and the shower was surprisingly good water pressure and lots of hot water! Although we found lots of dead bugs on the floor, that probably comes with the territory of a cabin. My only real con was the door/lock. The actual door knob was almost falling off the door and useless. It had this deadbolt like lock that was the main lock but you needed to be careful to not close the door all the way if you went outside becasue it was always locked, not a way to unlock, so you could lock yourself out. It seemed like the cabin was tilting a bit, probably from age/settling but this resulted in the door not having a good fit on the frame so there was a good half inch gap on the top/side of the door where you could clearly see outside. The old lock situation didnt really make us feel secure in that regards. I loved the deck and it was beautiful with the trees. Keep in mind this is right next to the highway so the traffic is pretty loud when you are outside or have the windows open. Sound was fine inside. Aside from the door issue, would definitely stay here again.
- Wes (10/5): - Kids loved the cozy rooms
- Jodi (10/5): - Owners greeted with smiles and appreciated us staying at cabin. Highly recommend instead of staying in Deadwood.
- Richard (10/5): - Very friendly and helpful lady. She took us to our room and showed it.
- Cindy (10/5): - My family enjoyed our stay in cabin #5. Super quiet & cozy little cabin with the Black Hills right outside your door. We even seen some deer after some rain past through. Staff was wonderful to work with. We definitely plan on visiting again!!
- Paul (10/5): Relaxing - The owner was very accommodating. It was nice to be able to have a hotplate and grill to do some home cooking and a front porch to be able to sit outside and relax.
- Janice L (10/5): - Very happy with my stay!
- Rebecca (10/5): - A very cute and comfortable cabin we truly enjoy enjoyed our stay thank you!
- Ben (10/5): - Cabins were fun to stay at. Older, but comfortable and fun for a weekend
- Nicholas (2/5): - The plumbing was routeded around door ways stapled to tye walls, the windows were held in by spray foam.
- Leslie (10/5): - Very cute little cabins. The property owners are so nice. Beds are very hard but everything is clean and the area is great. When we pulled into the parking lot there was a deer just hanging out. The tv was nice, it even had cable. They also had essentials to cook if desired and a big grill on the deck. If in the area, I would book again.
- Jerry (10/5): - Great go to when my studies allowed me and the wife to get away for Cool Deadwood nights. Stay here you won't be disappointed!
- Verified traveler (4/5): - A/C didn't work. TV was terrible. No drinking glasses. Window wouldn't lock.
- Breanna (8/5): - The ladies were extremely wonderful. It’s a cute little place
- Angela (10/5): - What an awesome property. We were very pleasantly pleased with the cabins and the superior service we received. We will definitely be back. This is now our go to place when traveling the Deadwood area in SD. Loved it!
- Kathy (6/5): - Beautiful area. Room 18, where we stayed had an electrical problem. The electricity kept going off and on all night. That’s a problem if you use a c-pap machine. Kinda worried about a fire starting. The air conditioner must have been on a different circuit because it stayed on. Also, the bed was real high off the ground. I had to use a chair to get on the bed. Ponderosa Pines is in a beautiful area, but it needs some maintenance.
- Michael (8/5): Ponderosa Pines - Quiet place. Rustic at best. Staff were very nice.
- FRANK (10/5): - This mountain cabin was a great break from all the motels and hotels we were staying in during our Black Hills vacation.
- Glenn (10/5): - Loved the cabin and decor. Deer walked through yard. Nice patio. Sorry to see it’s for sale. Close to restaurant with a car. Neat town.
- Karla (8/5): - I loved how cute the room was decorated and how easy it was to check in
- Jena (6/5): - Loved the location, had to self check-in as they were short staffed, but it went smooth. Parking lot is a little small for long pickup trucks. Bed was not too stiff, but also not soft. The floors could’ve used a good mopping… they didn’t feel clean at all. Otherwise, cozy!
- Tracy (10/5): - Nice place
- Sjane (10/5): - Cabin was so comfortable for us. Peaceful setting and enjoyed watching the deer from the deck. Super friendly owner!
- Verified traveler (10/5): Anniversary road trip - Very cute cabins, friendly owners. We only stayed one night. Hard beds.
- Lance (10/5): - Great place
- Justin (10/5): - It was peaceful and loved the outdoor stuff.
- David (10/5): - Very relaxing quiet place and easy to get to places we needed to get to. Would stay again if ever back in this area.
- Verified traveler (6/5): - I thought that I had booked a cabin but we ended up in a room that was part of the Inn. It was clean and simple. I had packed food expecting to have a mini kitchen, but the room just had a microwave and a mini-fridge. The mini-fridge was unplugged so it took a while for it to get to temp to keep my food cold. I understand conserving energy, but if you are expecting guests you should have the refrigerator ready for them. The toilet was difficult to flush, you had to hold the handle down for a very long time. The cold water handle/valve to the tub/shower was also not working properly. I was pleased that we had chairs on the patio so that we could sit outside of our room, but when you sat in the chairs they reclined so far back that it was uncomfortable. The only way to stop them from reclining that far back was to put them against the building or to lean forward constantly. The building definitely has potential, the location between Deadwood and Lead is ideal. We did see some chipmunks and deer as the owners leave out corn and water for them. Would possibly stay again but would not do the "comfort" accommodations as I like to be able to make simple meals in the room.
- Wendy (10/5): - The rooms are lovely and beds very comfortable. The only negative thing is they are not individual cabins…it is more like a log motel and the walls are thin. Otherwise it’s lovely and convenient to have your vehicle right out front your door. Very close to Deadwood for all your touristy activities. Recommend and would stay again!
- Mike and Wylia (10/5): - Like the friendliness, cleanliness and decor.
- Marie (10/5): - Very pleasant and friendly staff clean rooms We will stay again
- Lisa E (10/5): - Perfect stay!
- Robert (8/5): - good price and room was ok. I liked the big king size bed. It was very close to Deadwood SD. Did see a couple very small spiders, and the bathtub needed recaulking.
- Jessica (10/5): - Perfect place. Very clean, comfortable beds, all of the utilities/kitchen supplies you need. Will definitely be back
- Sydney (8/5): - Everyone here was very friendly and staff was very helpful! But I was disappointed that there was no shampoo/conditioner/body wash in the shower.
- Genny (10/5): - Very clean and comfortable.
- Danielle (6/5): Small and quaint - Fairly decent place, with a family with small children probably not the best due to thin walls. Our room appeared clean for the most part, but one drawer was full of someone’s clothes.
- Kimberly (10/5): - The way the property was set up it was quaint and lovely
- Wayne (10/5): - Nice clean older property. Would stay here again.
- Chad (8/5): - This is a cute little cabin. If you’re looking for a rustic way to stay, this is it. It’s one big room with 2 beds in it and then a pull out couch. I enjoyed our stay.
- Margaret (10/5): - It was an awesome place to stay…located in black hills …gorgeous! Nice clean rooms!
- Wendy (10/5): - We were quite pleased with our stay!
- Elena (10/5): - The service and coziness of the room
- eldon (10/5): - A hidden gem!
- Christina (10/5): - Would stay here again
- David (10/5): - Peaceful and relaxing spot
- Jeanne (8/5): - There was a coffee maker but no coffee pot-
- kimberly (10/5): - We had a cute little cabin Everything you need to cook a basic meal Love the outdoor porch Friendly staff Would stay again!!
- Verified traveler (10/5): - Clean and just what we needed for a one night stay on our road trip.
- Doug (8/5): - Liked having a cabin so you could eat and fix meals in your room, and not have to go down to have breakfast by a certain time.
- Suzie (10/5): - Helped with our late arrival.
- LANETTE (10/5): - My wife and myself had been here before, but this time seemed more enjoyable and relaxing. I didn't mind the overgrowth around certain areas, to me it made it feel much more natural and earthy. I know some people are different, but I am a nature person, so to me it was perfect!!! We look forward to staying here again, it is such a great place to just come and relax and drive to Leads, or Deadwood, what a great location. We really hope to see you and your husband again on our next trip to get away from the city and people. We will want a room like we had or tucked away farther in, but where we were was just great for us, we had such a joyous time of relaxation, we didn't want to leave. Thank you so much for making our stay such a great memory that will forever be in our hearts and memory. Thank you so very much!!! Be well until the next time, God bless.
- Tracy (8/5): Cute place - Friendly owner, clean room, comfortable bed. Only real complaint would be the shower was really small with absolutely no water pressure.
- Lane (8/5): Cozy getaway - It was a very relaxing enjoyable stay. Very Black Hillsish. Will stay again
- Michael (10/5): - This was a very good stay; I got what I wanted, which was a clean, comfortable place for a fair price. I feel like that was accomplished here.
- Jennie (10/5): Cabin review - Nice cabin convenient to our race. Great condition and accommodating staff
- Chris (10/5): - Nice, clean, and cozy. Sylvia is wonderful
- Shane (8/5): Cozy Mountain Cabin! - Great stay overall! Very cozy and well furnished! would have loved to stay longer! Comfortable beds and beautiful setting! The shower was a bit underpowered to put it nicely but we managed. Would definitely stay here again!
- X2636CMjoshb (10/5): Better alternative to hotels in Deadwood - We had a cabin that we enjoyed very much. It was well furnished, had a nice bed and kitchenette. The owner was very friendly and helpful as well. We particularly enjoyed seeing the deer that roamed about the motel. We would return again.
- Michael (10/5): Great Place To Stay - The cabin was clean and warm. Very charming. The staff lady who helped us was awesome! The location is great. Right down the hill is Deadwood. Highly recommend!
- CHAD (8/5): Liked it! - I’ve driven by a million times and finally decided to stay here. Fun place and cute cabin.
- david (8/5): - Nice unit. Very hospitable.
- Savannah (10/5): - One of the best stays I’ve ever had. The staff was amazing, it was safe and clean and peaceful. Definitely recommend!
- Danielle (10/5): - We booked our room last minute on a long cross-country road trip & Carol was lovely and helpful arranging for out late check-in to make it as easy as possible. The room was warm and cozy and welcoming, spotlessly clean, and the bed was comfortable with nice comfy pillows, linens & blankets. Great! We’d definitely go back!
- Jim (10/5): - In the woods of the Hills in a quiet cabin. It doesn't get better than that!
- Richard (10/5): - We traveled out to Colorado and Wyoming and stayed in a dozen different hotels. The Ponderosa Pines was by far, hands down, the nicest of all of them! It had all the comforts of home. It was very clean, the beds were very comfortable we felt safe and the staff was absolutely excellent! I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone who is in this area. We are already considering another trip next year and will definitely stay here. Carol is an absolute sweetheart!
- Stefanie (10/5): - In town for a Jeep event and it was the perfect location for us. Very convent to groceries, hardware store, food options, and the car wash (great for washing off after off-roading). Check in was fantastic, as the very nice lady took us to our room to make sure it suited our needs. She offered to show us a cabin, but since we would be out and about everyday, we really just wanted a place to sleep and shower. We stayed four nights and the beds were super comfortable! She checked in with us if she saw us outside to make sure we didn’t need anything and how the stay was going. Gave 4/5 for facilities, due to bathroom fixtures in need of updating (toilet, sink, bath/shower), but met our needs. Recommended and would stay again!
- steven (8/5): - All was good except the mattresses were like sleeping on plywood! Have slept in many beds but this was the worse!
- Arthur (10/5): - Great place, great staff. We appreciate the stay and accommodations. Great place to stay.
- Kim (8/5): - Convenient and affordable place near Deadwood.
- Keith (10/5): Great - This place was great. We will be back, if we have to go a little out of our way, we will stay here again. We loved it.
- Lois (10/5): - Judy at the front desk was soo nice and accommodating!
- patrick (10/5): Patrick’s Review. - It was a very pleasant experience and very budget friendly. The manager was great and I will be staying there again. Comfortable and affordable. I especially liked the nice porch with lawn furniture. Easy access to your room as well.
- Julie (10/5): Cozy, cute and clean! - A couple night stay to end our 10 day vacay out west. Loved this little spot. Very clean and comfortable bed. Would stay here again!
- David (10/5): - We came out for a long weekend getaway. The owner is lovely, the rooms are nice (we stayed in a cabin). It’s close to Deadwood, but a lot cheaper. We will definitely stay here again!
- Karlene (10/5): - Clean, quiet, comfortable!
- Darla (10/5): - Great place to stay. Clean, modern cabins, quiet and comfortable. Nestled in the Black Hills in Lead, only 3 miles from Deadwood . We stay there every time we come west
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