Stay at Cedar Lodge, a 4.2-star hotel in Ellsworth AFB, SD. Enjoy close access to South Dakota Air and Space Museum, WaTiki Indoor Waterpark, and Dinosaur Park.
Visitors appreciate affordable, spacious rooms with useful amenities, though some note limited staff availability and minimal services.
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Cedar Lodge is a modest hotel located within Ellsworth Air Force Base in South Dakota, offering practical accommodations suited for visitors connected to the base or those seeking convenience near Rapid City. The property features rooms that include kitchen facilities, living areas, and separate bedrooms, providing a comfortable setup for extended stays. While the building reflects its age, guests have noted that the rooms are clean and quiet, with functional air conditioning.
Although the hotel operates with limited staff and does not provide daily maid service, essentials are accessible 24/7, which adds to the convenience for guests. Contact with reception may require patience, as some reviews indicate difficulty reaching the front desk by phone. However, the flexible and friendly approach of the staff has been appreciated, especially in situations requiring extended stays.
Situated on the base, Cedar Lodge is well positioned for visitors attending to business there or military families. Nearby attractions include the South Dakota Air and Space Museum, Dinosaur Park, and the WaTiki Indoor Waterpark Resort, each within comfortable traveling distance. Rapid City Regional Airport is about a 20-minute drive, facilitating arrival and departure for those traveling by air.
Guest feedback generally highlights good value for the price, with a rating of 4.2 from recent visitors. Some have underlined the hotel’s suitability for visitors mostly focused on base-related activities, sightseeing, and ease of getting around the area. The setting offers a quiet environment with nearby wildlife such as rabbits and deer. Overall, Cedar Lodge serves as a practical choice rather than a luxury destination, meeting specific needs for affordable and functional lodging on base.
Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.
I really liked staying there I get all my business done on the base
I hate to complain about this place because I really did enjoy our stay. I would have given it 5 stars but not once did we get thru to the front desk. Left messages and not one return call. Now the good. For $40 bucks a night, you get a kitchen, living area, bedroom (with a door) and bathroom. There is no maid service but they have a big supply of necessities that you can get to 24/7. Best part, free washer and dryer laundry room! So, would I stay here again, even without maid service? In a heartbeat!! Worth every penny! I forgot to add that you have to collect all your linens and put them in a bag before you leave. No big deal. Loved our stay here.
Nice rooms in an older building at the camp site on Ellsworth AFB near Rapid City, SD. They have several lodges to stay and in September ate usually full. Cedar Lodge is in the family campsite area. We were so lucky to get the last room. Their staff was short as is every business we have seen on this trip.
Nice rooms, clean and I love the set up. Can't beat cost for what you get.
Friendly and flexible when our brakes were out and we needed to extend our stay to get them fixed
Fast and easy to check into Cedar Lodge located on Ellsworth AFB in Rapid City. Rooms clean and very quiet at night. Air conditioner works great and got too cold in our room. Heater did not work. Close to freeway. Make sure to pick up food before going back to your room because their food court closes early. Close to commissay and exchange. Enjoyed our stay there.
Have stayed here before. Always had great rooms. We are a Air Force family. Love being on base.
Comfortable and cozy room. Lots of rabbits and deer outside of the hotel! Great location!
Looking for a place to stay! Visiting y son and his wife.
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