Lantern Motel offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast, in-room WiFi, and free self parking. Unwind with a newspaper or grab a snack from the vending machine - guests rave about the comfortable stay.
Big Stone Lake State Park - 25 min drive - 36.2 km
Dakota Sioux Casino - 43 min drive - 80.4 km
Terry Redlin Museum - 43 min drive - 89.4 km
Getting around
Watertown, SD (ATY-Watertown Regional) - 53 min drive
Restaurants
Habanero's - 3 min drive
Brass rail - 17 min walk
Taco John's - 13 min walk
Casey’s - 2 min drive
Sly’s
About this property
Lantern Motel
When visiting Milbank, Lantern Motel is a great choice to consider. Free perks include WiFi, self-parking and continental breakfast daily between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM.
At a glance
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Hotel size
30 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 18
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free on-site self-parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–9:00 AM
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Accessibility
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bath or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Mini fridge
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet (may vary based on length of stay)
Policies
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Lantern Motel Motel
Lantern Motel Milbank
Lantern Motel Motel Milbank
Frequently asked questions
Does Lantern Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Lantern Motel 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Lantern Motel?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Lantern Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Lantern Motel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
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Reviews
Lantern Motel Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.2
Cleanliness
8.0
Amenities
9.0
Staff & service
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
15 Nov 2025
Very friendly and helpful staff.
Gregory
Gregory, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
10 Nov 2025
Clean rooms and courteous staff
William
William, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
4 Jan 2026
Room was very clean! Nice big screen TV and microwave in room. Very pleased with my stay!
Jacob
Jacob, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
4 Jun 2025
Would stay again
James
James, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
25 Sept 2025
Clean room|friendly staff|
Sianneh
Sianneh, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 Aug 2025
It was a very nice place to stay after a long days work in the sun all day!
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 Jan 2026
Very nice and helpful staff. Very quiet and had no issues.
Irving Raymond
Irving Raymond, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
27 Sept 2025
Nice people…room spacious.
Craig H
Craig H, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
19 Mar 2026
The breakfast was very disappointing, only had cereal, toast, a little bit of fruit and beverages!
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
8 Nov 2025
Friendly staff, easy check-in. Clean, renovated room. Nice place for an older motel. Beds were comfortable. Continental breakfast was just okay. Great place for the price.
Cindi
Cindi, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
30 Dec 2025
Great
William
William, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
13 Sept 2025
Good stay
Breakfast was true continental. Bed was very good. Very good stay for the price. Economical way to spend a few days.
David
David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
11 Oct 2025
Nice staff
Rashantae
Rashantae, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Apr 2025
Loved it. Great inexpensive place to stay.
Jeremy
Jeremy, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
14 Jun 2025
Good service, good breakfast. Older property, but clean and safe.
James
James, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 Jun 2025
Very help full and friendly staff. Great morning breakfast.
Susan
Susan, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
11 Aug 2025
I love how simple it was to check in & out!! The fridge was a little noisy, but the bed was comfy and the room was quiet.
Patti
Patti, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
15 Jul 2025
Excellent!
I would definitely recommend this motel. Very clean, friendly staff, great shower and comfy beds. You can tell the owners take pride in this property.
Rebekah
Rebekah, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
21 Jan 2026
You get what you pay for. My husband and I love we have a place to crash for a night or two. It has clean comfortable rooms and beds. We have stayed a few times and will probably stay again. My only criticism is they advertise continental breakfast, which I don’t expect much but coffee is a must. Even after I told the employee the machine was out of coffee it wasn’t filled.
Patricia
Patricia, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
15 Sept 2024
It is an older motel but it was clean!
Brad
Brad, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
8 Aug 2025
Older property, but very clean and comfortable. High step tub has been restored, but challenging if mobility issues. Would stay again.
Paula
Paula, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
11 Sept 2025
It was very basic, but it was clean, everything worked and the staff was pleasant. The shower was hot, the cable worked and place was quiet. But just to repeat, it's basic. It's good for a place to crash for the night and then head off to where ever your going. Would stay there again if in the area.
Bruce
Bruce, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
31 Mar 2025
Older property but the service is good. Second time staying, so obviously we would stay again.
Patricia
Patricia, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
15 Aug 2025
The motel has been updated and seemed very clean. Our room seemed quite moist as the carpet may have been recently shampooed.