Hotels in Deadwood, SD

Part of the historic Black Hills National Forest's past, Deadwood is a rugged yet refined destination. The city is known for being a cowboy town and resting place for the many famous wild west legends that are buried in the Mount Moriah Cemetery. Book a room at one of our best hotels in Deadwood to start your Dakota adventure and relive the exciting history of these legendary hills.  

To learn about the tales of the wild west this town's true history of the city, visit Deadwood Alive, which is an entertaining location for the whole family. Featuring exciting live-action entertainment, there are plenty of activities here to enjoy, including shootouts, a reenactment of the shooting of Wild Bill and stagecoach rides. There’s no better way to experience firsthand the thrill of the Mount Rushmore State! 

Stay at one of our comfortable downtown Deadwood hotels minutes away from the Deadwood Mountain Grand Event Center, where you can enjoy live events, musical concerts and comedy shows. Historic Downtown is also where you'll find Outlaw Square, Deadwood's year-round, family-friendly outdoor venue and entertainment area. This open-air pavilion in the heart of the town and is home to community events, farmers markets and so much more.   

Another great way to explore Deadwood is heading to the Historic Adams House. The Adams House was built in 1892 and offers tours throughout the massive Queen Anne-style home's ornate oak architecture, hand-painted canvas wall coverings, stained-glass windows and original furniture.  

The Tatanka Story of Bison features fascinating exhibits, stunning sculptures, and artifacts from bison and Native American history. It's also home to the 3rd largest bronze sculpture in the world, a stunning artwork depicting 14 bison being pursued by three Lakota horseback riders. See for yourself the majesty and history that comes to life at this unique Deadwood attraction.  

Another historical location is the Days of '76 Museum. The Days of '76 celebration began in the early 1920s to honor the region's pioneers, including the miners and cowboys that settled the area. Explore the museum's interactive and vast collection of artifacts, sculptures, and wagons from the past. These exhibits truly capture the essence of the wild west and hometown culture of Deadwood.

If you are looking for a great family outing, just south of Deadwood is Rushmore Cave. Rushmore Cave has a scenic cave tour where you can discover stalactite-filled caverns, dazzling cave formations and the famous Big Room opening. Nearby, the Rush Mountain Adventure Park has thrilling activities for all ages. Roar down the mountain on a rollercoaster ride, cruise zipline through the treetops and take on challenging games. We have the top hotels in Deadwood where you can find wild adventures out on the town and amazing amenities in your room.  

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