At American Inn, get ready to unwind with free in-room WiFi and enjoy the convenience of self parking. Helpful staff have left a lasting impression on previous guests.
South Dakota's Original 1880 Town - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
Keith Hayes Memorial Stadium - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
Murdo Golf Course - 7 min drive - 3.6 km
Getting around
Pierre, SD (PIR-Pierre Regional) - 62 min drive
Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 127 min drive
Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) - 178 min drive
Restaurants
Buffalo Restaurant & Bar - 16 min walk
Lost Souls Tavern - 5 min walk
Prairie Pizza - 11 min walk
Rusty Spur - 2 min walk
Subway - 6 min walk
About this property
American Inn
When visiting Murdo, American Inn is a great choice to consider. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
24 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Accessibility
No elevator (single level property)
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually decorated
Freshen up
Bathtub or shower
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between August 10 and May 15.
The property will be renovating from August 10 2025 to May 15 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
Exterior
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
American Inn Hotel
American Inn Murdo
American Inn RV Park
American Inn Hotel Murdo
Frequently asked questions
Is American Inn currently open?
The property is closed between August 10 and May 15.
Does American Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, American Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at American Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at American Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at American Inn?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What's the area around American Inn like?
American Inn is a short 15-minute walk from South Dakota's Original 1880 Town and 6 minutes' walk from Murdo Community Center.
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American Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jul 17, 2025
Good place to stay
Kiran Kumar
Kiran Kumar, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 11, 2025
Great place to stay
Tim
Tim, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 30, 2025
Beautifully maintained older hotel. Best stay in town.
Melissa
Melissa, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 5, 2025
Clean room and friendly staff
Vijaya
Vijaya, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 11, 2025
Reservation and check in were quick and easy
Shari
Shari, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 6, 2025
Nice overnight stay at a clean place.
Erik
Erik, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 28, 2025
The area was nice
Jane
Jane, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 4, 2025
Get what you pay for - the room was nice and everything we needed was there. The town looked dilapidated but the hotel was great! Would definitely stay there again!
Joanna
Joanna, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 30, 2025
Wonderful staff and clean room
Damian James
Damian James, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 18, 2025
Very nice place to stay
Bob
Bob, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 5, 2025
Excellent stay!
Aaron
Aaron, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 17, 2025
Better than a holiday inn I stayed at!
Janet
Janet, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 9, 2025
Comfortable bed and spacious bedroom
Maggie
Maggie, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 15, 2025
great location and clean and comfortable
Clyde
Clyde, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 30, 2025
Great place economy price.
Patrick
Patrick, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 6, 2025
The room was perfect
CONCEPCION
CONCEPCION, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 24, 2025
Owner/Manager is wonderfully helpful. Clean, comfortable rooms and quick checkin.
Raj
Raj, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Aug 10, 2025
No breakfast offered but it was a decent property. Comfortable room.
Cindy
Cindy, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 8, 2025
please was very clean, bed soft, nice motel.
Jeff
Jeff, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 6, 2025
Super clean property, convenient location, great stay for the price. Highly recommended.
Yulia
Yulia, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 17, 2025
This place is a gem!!Updated and clean! It was also the fastest check-in I’ve ever had at a hotel. We booked it last minute and were very satisfied!
Angela
Angela, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 26, 2025
This hotel is very wonderful! Very accommodating and quick check in. Tim was amazing and took the time to tell us about the different places to eat in the area. VERY nice man. Will definitely stay here again if passing through!
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 4, 2025
Easy to get to. Had places for walking. Very quiet.
Jane
Jane, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 19, 2025
Counter person was very friendly. We would definitely stay again!
Barbra
Barbra, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 30, 2025
We booked online the day of and had a great experience! The room was clean and spacious and we had a great night’s sleep after a long day of travel: