A Romantic Luxury Boutique Inn in the Black Hills of South Dakota

Welcome to Summer Creek Inn, a romantic luxury boutique inn located in the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota, just west of Rapid City. Our intimate property features 10 distinctive guest suites with private luxury baths, premium bedding, and thoughtful amenities designed for a relaxing and memorable getaway.


Surrounded by towering pine trees, picturesque gardens, a cascading waterfall, and peaceful outdoor patios, Summer Creek Inn offers couples an inviting retreat with exceptional personalized hospitality.


Whether you're planning a romantic getaway, anniversary, honeymoon, or Black Hills vacation, our convenient location provides an ideal home base just minutes away from Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse Memorial, Hill City, Custer State Park, Deadwood, and many other Black Hills attractions.

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10 guest suites

10 Guest Suites

Intimate boutique accommodations

adults only inn

Adults-Only

Guests 16 and older

Summer Creek - established in 2009

Established 2009

Hospitality in the Black Hills

25 min from Mount Rushmore

25 Minutes

Approximate drive to Mt Rushmore


check in at 4

Check-in: 4:00–6:00 PM

Contact Summer Creek regarding arrangements outside these hours.

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Summer Creek Inn’s quiet location and luxurious design offers a unique experience to all of its guests. Whether you’re planning a romantic couple’s getaway, corporate retreat, class reunion, birthday, anniversary, or just passing through, there’s no better place to take in the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota. 

A Romantic Retreat in the Black Hills

Romantic getaways are our specialty! At Summer Creek Inn, every detail is thoughtfully designed to create a memorable experience for couples. Our 10 guest suites feature comfortable king or queen beds, private luxury bathrooms, and free Wi-Fi. Select suites offer romantic fireplaces, two-person whirlpool tubs, and special amenities for relaxing together.



From cozy indoor sitting areas to peaceful outdoor patios, Summer Creek Inn provides an inviting atmosphere to unwind after a day exploring the Black Hills. Whether you're celebrating an anniversary, planning a honeymoon, or simply escaping for a few days together, we invite you to experience the comfort, beauty, and personalized hospitality of our romantic boutique inn.

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No detail has been overlooked, from suites with romantic fireplaces, two-person fountain and ceiling filling whirlpool tubs, showers with body jets, and both indoor and outdoor cozy sitting areas to relax after a day of sightseeing.

Scratch-Made Breakfast at Summer Creek Inn


Breakfast at Summer Creek Inn is designed to make your mornings something to look forward to!


Full Gourmet Breakfast

Our full gourmet breakfast features freshly prepared, scratch-made dishes incorporating fresh ingredients from nearby farms whenever available. Weather permitting, breakfast is served at our beautiful Starlight Patio overlooking the waterfall and pond at 8:30 AM. Coffee is available at our indoor coffee bar beginning at 7:00 AM.


Prefer a lighter start to your morning?

Our Morning Starter offers freshly baked scones, seasonal fruit, yogurt, juice, and a carafe of coffee or tea, quietly delivered outside your suite between 7:30 and 8:00 AM.


Special dietary needs can be accommodated with advance notice. Please visit our Breakfast page for details about available options and pricing.

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Start your day at our romantic Inn with our full, scratch-made breakfast each morning of your stay! 



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Eats & Treats: Enhance Your Stay

Make your stay at Summer Creek Inn even more special with our selection of Eats & Treats. In addition to our Morning Starter and Full Gourmet Breakfast options, we offer thoughtfully prepared charcuterie boards, snack boards, beer, wine, and champagne.


Whether you're celebrating an anniversary, enjoying a romantic getaway, or simply relaxing after a day exploring the Black Hills, these extras add a special touch to your stay.



Visit our Eats & Treats page to explore selections and arrange pre-orders for your visit.


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Visit our Eats & Treats page to explore selections and arrange pre-orders for your visit.


Discover Our Gardens, Waterfall & Outdoor Retreats

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Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Black Hills, Summer Creek Inn offers beautiful outdoor spaces designed for relaxation and connection. Stroll through our picturesque gardens, enjoy the soothing sounds of the cascading waterfall, or unwind beside the pond.


Our breathtaking patio, inviting outdoor seating areas, and cozy fire pits provide wonderful places to enjoy a morning coffee, share a charcuterie board, or spend a peaceful evening beneath the stars.


Whether you're enjoying a quiet moment together or celebrating a special occasion, our gardens and outdoor gathering spaces make Summer Creek Inn a memorable place to stay.

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Spend quality time together while enjoying one of our many charcuterie, snack, or beverage options. Relax at our Starlight Patio, snuggled up next to one of our many fire pits, or gazing up at the stars for a rejuvenating end to your day.

Exceptional Hospitality, Recognized by Our Guests


Over 500 Five Star Reviews on Google and Tripadvisor

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"Dan and Nancy were excellent hosts. Our suite was huge with a fireplace and jacuzzi. Every breakfast was a culinary treat. The hotel is right in the heart of the Black Hills and everything is nearby. The living and dining rooms are well appointed and there’s even a home theatre with plush seats"


Paul C.

"Excellent accommodations. The room was wonderful, fire place, tub and shower were extra special. Breakfast was superb, expertly prepared. The Inn is very warm and comfortable Loved the location, the Black Hills are a must see. The hosts Nancy and Dan were very gracious and helpful. Had a great time! Will be back."


MRD W.

"Fabulous stay at The Summer Creek Inn! Our hosts Nancy and Daniel were fantastic. The service and accommodations were wonderful. They do everything to make your stay so comfortable. Breakfasts were superb, so expertly prepared. We will be coming back."


David W.

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