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About the Hotel

1010 South Dakota Street, Milbank, South Dakota, United States, SD 57252

Rooms & Accommodations

The Lantern Motel offers single, double, and family rooms, all on one level with private entrances. Each room includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels and HBO, air conditioning, a refrigerator, and a microwave. Private bathrooms feature showers, baths, and free toiletries. Soundproof walls and carpeted floors are standard.

Complimentary Breakfast

A continental breakfast is served each morning at no additional cost.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Located on Highway 12 East, 5 minutes from downtown Milbank. The Breezy Point Picnic Area is 1 km away. Watertown Regional Airport is 95 km from the motel.

Services & Amenities

Free WiFi and private parking are available. The front desk operates 24 hours. The property is pet-friendly and offers truck parking.

Property Features

All rooms have been recently remodeled. The motel is family-owned and operated.

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King Suite
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2 persons
35 m² 
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Family Room
Max:
2 persons
23 m² 
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2 persons
23 m² 
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Getting around

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City Centre
Milbank700 m
Airports
Watertown Regional (ATY) 94.3 km

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Services

  • Housekeeping

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Dining table

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

1010 South Dakota Street, Milbank, South Dakota, United States, SD 57252
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1010 South Dakota Street, Milbank, South Dakota, United States, SD 57252
Nearby
Church
Emmanuel Lutheran Church
460 m
Milbank Baptist Church
550 m
Restaurants
Taco John's
960 m
219 W 4th Ave
Pizza Ranch
1.2 km
306 S Main St

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 6 reviews
7.7
7.7/10 based on 43 reviews
Herb
United States, February  2024
6.6/10

The hotel offers a convenient location near the city center but lacks certain amenities. The rooms are simple and clean, suitable for a short stay. The staff provides helpful service, although some improvements are needed in terms of housekeeping. The dining options are limited but satisfactory for quick meals. The facilities are basic and functional.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms are simple and clean, suitable for a short stay.
Service
6.0
The staff provides helpful service, although some improvements are needed in housekeeping.
Location
7.0
The hotel offers a convenient location near the city center.
Dining
6.0
The dining options are limited but satisfactory for quick meals.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities are basic and functional.
Frances
United States, February  2024
8.8/10

My stay at the hotel was amazing! The location is superb, just next to the beach and surrounded by great dining options. The rooms were clean and cozy, and the staff was incredibly friendly. However, the dining experience left a bit to be desired with limited breakfast choices. On the bright side, the pool area was well-kept and delightful. The pricing was fair, but it was slightly disappointing that Wi-Fi wasn't included and required an additional fee.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were clean and cozy.
Service
9.0
The staff was incredibly friendly.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location is superb, right next to the beach and surrounded by great dining options.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was a bit lacking with limited breakfast options.
Facilities
9.0
The pool area was well-kept and delightful.
Leo
United States, December  2023
8.0/10

The hotel is ideally located near the beach and offers a friendly atmosphere. The rooms are clean and pleasant, although the dining options could be improved. The service is top-notch, and the facilities are enjoyable. The pricing is reasonable, but some additional charges may apply.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms are clean and pleasant.
Service
9.0
The staff provides excellent service.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is superb with easy access to the beach.
Dining
6.0
The dining options are limited and could be better.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities are enjoyable and well-maintained.
Michael
United States, September  2023
8.2/10

The hotel is ideally located near the beach, offering a convenient stay near various dining options. The rooms are clean and cozy, with a genuinely welcoming staff. However, the dining experience lacked variety. Overall, a reasonably priced option with separate Wi-Fi charges.

Rooms
8.0
Cosy and clean rooms.
Service
9.0
The staff is genuinely welcoming.
Location
9.0
Conveniently close to the beach.
Dining
7.0
Limited dining options.
Facilities
8.0
Enjoyable facilities.
Joe
United States, August  2023
8.0/10

The hotel is ideally located in the heart of the city, making it convenient for exploring the area, but the noise levels could be bothersome at times. The rooms are spacious and modern, providing a comfortable stay; however, the air conditioning could be more effective during hot weather. The service was top-notch, with housekeeping exceeding expectations, though the prices for extra services were a bit high. The hotel's restaurant offered delicious made-to-order sandwiches, enhancing the dining experience. The facilities, including the pool and beach access, added to the overall enjoyment of the stay but could benefit from more seating options. Overall, a stay at this hotel offers good value for money with some minor areas for improvement.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious and modern.
Service
9.0
The service was top-notch, especially with housekeeping.
Location
7.0
The hotel is ideally located in the heart of the city.
Dining
8.0
The restaurant offered delicious made-to-order sandwiches.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities, including the pool and beach access, added to the overall enjoyment of the stay.
Tommy
United States, May  2023
8.2/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the staff was incredibly friendly. The location was great, close to everything I needed, but the dining options were a bit lacking. The facilities, especially the pool area, were well-kept and enjoyable. Overall, it was a good value for the price.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable.
Service
9.0
The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was convenient and close to everything.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were a bit lacking.
Facilities
8.0
The pool area was well-kept and enjoyable.
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