Powder House Lodge

3.5-star lodge near Big Thunder Gold Mine

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Dates

September 2025

October 2025

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Bar
Pet-friendly
Laundry

Explore the area

24125 Hwy 16A, Keystone, SD, 57751

Mount Rushmore National Memorial
‪5 min drive‬
Rushmore Tramway Adventures
‪5 min drive‬
Mount Rushmore
‪11 min drive‬
Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
‪41 min drive‬

Room options

#43 King Bed Cabin- Duplex

Excellent

23 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

#42 Discovery Cabin (Duplex)

Exceptional

22 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Queen Beds

#14 Standard Motel Room

Exceptional

24 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

#41 Settler Cabin- 2 Room Cabin (Duplex)

Exceptional

43 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 7
1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

#56 All-American Cabin

Exceptional

36 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

#15 Two Queen Motel Room

Wonderful

24 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

#57 All-American Cabin

Exceptional

36 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

#35 Prospector Room (6- Plex)

28 sq m
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

#55 All-American Cabin

Exceptional

36 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

#40 Settler Cabin- 2 Room Cabin (Duplex)

Exceptional

43 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 7
1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

#11 ADA King Room

Good

24 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

#33 Prospector Room (6- Plex)

Exceptional

28 sq m
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

#54 Deluxe Family Cabin

Exceptional

42 sq m
1 bedroom
Mountain view
Sleeps 6
1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

#12 ADA King Room

Good

24 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

#34 Prospector Room (6- Plex)

Wonderful

28 sq m
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

#32 Prospector Room (6- Plex)

28 sq m
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

#52 Deluxe Family Cabin

Exceptional

42 sq m
1 bedroom
Mountain view
Sleeps 6
1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

#53 Deluxe Family Cabin

Exceptional

42 sq m
1 bedroom
Mountain view
Sleeps 6
1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

#30 Prospector Room (6- Plex)

Exceptional

28 sq m
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

#50 Deluxe Family Cabin

Exceptional

42 sq m
1 bedroom
Mountain view
Sleeps 6
1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

#31 Prospector Room (6- Plex)

Exceptional

28 sq m
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

#51 Deluxe Family Cabin

Exceptional

42 sq m
1 bedroom
Mountain view
Sleeps 6
1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

#27 King Bed Cabin- Duplex

Excellent

26 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

#28 King Bed Cabin- Duplex

Exceptional

26 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

#26 King Bed Cabin

Wonderful

26 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

#25 King Bed Cabin

Wonderful

26 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

#44 Honeymoon Cabin

Exceptional

36 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

#45 All-American Cabin

Exceptional

36 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

#23 Pioneer Room- 4 Plex

Very good

18 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

#24 Pioneer Room- 4 Plex

Wonderful

18 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

#22 Pioneer Room- 4 Plex

Excellent

18 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

#21 Pioneer Room- 4 Plex

Exceptional

18 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

#19 Two Queen Motel Room

Wonderful

30 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

#17 Two Queen Motel Room

Exceptional

30 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

#18 Two Queen Motel Room

Excellent

30 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

#58 Trailblazer Cabin

51 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

#16 Two Queen Motel Room

Exceptional

30 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

#59 Trailblazer Cabin

Exceptional

51 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

#71 Homestead Cabin

147 sq m
4 bedrooms
Mountain view
Sleeps 13
2 King Beds, 2 Queen Beds, 2 Twin Beds, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

#10 Family Get-Away Cabin

Good

120 sq m
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 10
3 Queen Beds and 2 Queen Sofa Beds

About the area

Keystone

In Keystone .You'll find Big Thunder Gold Mine and Mount Rushmore National Memorial within 3 miles (5 km) of this lodge. Also, Rushmore Tramway Adventures is within 3 miles (5 km) and Mount Rushmore is within 6 miles (10 km).

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What's nearby

Gutzon Borglum Historical Center - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
Big Thunder Gold Mine - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
Rushmore Tramway Adventures - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
Mount Rushmore - 11 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Peak Grill And Tap Room - ‬15 min drive
‪The Front Porch - ‬3 min drive
‪Ruby House Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min drive
‪Cruizzers - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Powder House Lodge

3.5-star lodge near Big Thunder Gold Mine

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Powder House Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Keystone lodge is smoke free.

40 guestrooms or units

2 levels

Built in 1940

Deli

Poolside lounge chairs

Charging station for electric cars

Breakfast available (surcharge)

Coffee in lobby

Self-service laundry

Front desk (limited hours)

Staff is multilingual

Tour and ticket information

Convenience store

Terrace

BBQ grill(s)

Outdoor picnic space

Gift shop

Newspapers in lobby (free)

Onsite shopping

No smoking on site

Bar or lounge

Dining venue

Powder House Lodge offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels.

This Keystone lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Pool
Hot tub
Breakfast included
Parking included

CA $184 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

Property amenities

Family friendly

Grocery/convenience store
In-room microwave
Laundry facilities
Mini-fridge
Playground
Seasonal outdoor pool
Snack bar/deli

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Electric car charging station on site
Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: USD 10 per person
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli

Things to do

Game viewing
Hiking/biking trails
Playground
Seasonal outdoor pool
Shopping

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lever door handles
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Down comforter
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Mini-fridge

Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Free local calls
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between September 9 and May 30.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets: USD 15 per pet, per stay
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 90 lbs per pet)
Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 per person
Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and cash

Cashless transactions are available

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Property is also known as

Powder House Lodge Keystone

Powder House Lodge

Powder House Keystone

Powder House Hotel Keystone

Powder House Lodge Lodge

Powder House Lodge Keystone

Powder House Lodge Lodge Keystone

Powder House Lodge Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Kaori

Aug 24, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

LIZ, Redding

Aug 10, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

On the way to Mt. Rushmore

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chai

Jul 3, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tiffany

Travelled with partner

Jun 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very unique layout. Log cabin look. Conveniently right off highway, 3 minutes outside of business district of Keystone. Excellent breakfast, made to order, reasonable prices. I'd give it a 7.5/10 on wheelchair ADA ACCESSIBILITY.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marion

Travelled with partner

Jun 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

We enjoyed our stay but I thought I had reserved a cabin. It was a motel, which was fine. It was clean and we enjoyed it.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Sara

Travelled with family

Jun 19, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Very cute cabins, nice being outside the main tourist strip of Keystone, staff was nice. When we checked in the cabin heat was off though and it was quite cold (May), took a while to warm up. The bed was quite uncomfortable and we actually decided not to stay a second night because of this.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven, Everett

Travelled with family

Jun 19, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very spacious cabin #10. Across the street from the lodge. Very clean, didn't have spices or any wraps like tin foil. Your basic kitchen. Bring your own leftover containers and such, salts and peppers and spices for cooking . Very quiet even being next to the staff quarters. Pretty landscapes, bugs were not bad either. A week after memorial day weekend.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with family and small children

Jun 18, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great heated pool and little playground for the kids. Our room was by the road but the ac drowned out the noise from the road. I like a fan noise when sleeping but at times the ac was a little too loud, otherwise great stay, great food at restaurant also.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Doug

Jun 18, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great setting in Black Hills, very efficient & friendly staff.. Power went off for 3 hours while I was dining. Cabin walls paper thin so I could hear everything next door as if we were in same room

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephen joseph

Travelled with family

Jun 18, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

powder house lodge was great, nice cabin the staff was wonderful and the restaurant was excellent

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with family

Jun 17, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very pleasant

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

dana

Travelled with family

Jun 17, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great location for exploring Mount Rushmore and surrounding Needles Highway and Sylvan Lake. Cabins were clean and comfy. The restaurant was really good too. Nice pool and playground for kids. Highly recommended.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Jun 16, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The room was small but nice enough. The power went out when we returned to the room. Not their fault at all ! The restaurant was outstanding. The food was incredible and the staff was five star worthy. I would stay there again and again.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Travelled with partner

Jun 16, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Loved cabin #7 It was just what we needed. Rustic, old, romantic little cabin

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Travelled with family

Jun 14, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome cabin and friendly staff

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista Kay

Jun 13, 2025

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Niki

Travelled with partner

Jun 13, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice private cabin. Didnt like hearing the hwy

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets

Jun 12, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Powder House Lodge has a very professional and courteous staff, and is conveniently located about 10 minutes from Mount Rushmore. The on site restaurant has great food and friendly staff. Would definitely stay here again if I were to visit the area.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darci

Jun 12, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Tracy

Jun 12, 2025

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

The room was not as advertised and did not meet our expectations. The restaurant was good, service at the restaurant was good.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashlee, Lakeland

Travelled with family

Jun 11, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We loved everything and wish we could've stayed longer. We stayed in the "honeymoon cabin" because it has a private hot tub. It was perfect! Staff was excellent as well

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with family

Jun 10, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cute little cabin in Keystone which was a perfect location to get to Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse and Custer State Park.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerra

Travelled with partner

Jun 9, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This place was amazing! Staff at the Powder House was 10/10 and we had an amazing dinner! Thank you so much!

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dexter, Anderson

Travelled with partner

Jun 9, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The cabin was quiet and cozy. It rained while we were there so we did not get an opportunity to utilize and explore their outdoor amenities. The onsite restaurant is amazing. We had an issue with one of our dishes but the staff bent over backwards to make things right. Nicholas, the restaurant manager, came by several times to apologize, make things right and followed up to make sure we were happy. My steak dinner was one of the best I've ever had. We will definitely return if we are in the area.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ute

Travelled with pets

Jun 8, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Why this place received such good reviews is beyond me. Rude owner and host, food was nothing to write home about and the room was extremely small, bed was uncomfortable, no phone in the room, no cell signal, WiFi was very weak etc. etc. The steps to the room are natural stone and very uneven and I almost fell twice. I saw another older couple that had the same problem. Owner did not care. Suggested I can go somewhere else. Just horrible. I will never go there again.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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#42 Discovery Cabin (Duplex)

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#14 Standard Motel Room

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#41 Settler Cabin- 2 Room Cabin (Duplex)

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#56 All-American Cabin

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#15 Two Queen Motel Room

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#57 All-American Cabin

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#35 Prospector Room (6- Plex)

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#55 All-American Cabin

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#40 Settler Cabin- 2 Room Cabin (Duplex)

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#11 ADA King Room

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#33 Prospector Room (6- Plex)

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#54 Deluxe Family Cabin

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#12 ADA King Room

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#34 Prospector Room (6- Plex)

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#32 Prospector Room (6- Plex)

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#52 Deluxe Family Cabin

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#53 Deluxe Family Cabin

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#30 Prospector Room (6- Plex)

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#50 Deluxe Family Cabin

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#31 Prospector Room (6- Plex)

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#51 Deluxe Family Cabin

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#27 King Bed Cabin- Duplex

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#28 King Bed Cabin- Duplex

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#26 King Bed Cabin

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#25 King Bed Cabin

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#44 Honeymoon Cabin

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#45 All-American Cabin

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#23 Pioneer Room- 4 Plex

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#24 Pioneer Room- 4 Plex

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#22 Pioneer Room- 4 Plex

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#21 Pioneer Room- 4 Plex

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#19 Two Queen Motel Room

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#17 Two Queen Motel Room

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#18 Two Queen Motel Room

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#58 Trailblazer Cabin

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