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Buffalo Ridge Resort

4.4(224)
Resort hotel

About

Buffalo Ridge Resort & Spa blends historic charm with modern Western style on a peaceful property surrounded by mature oak trees. The restored 1899 buildings connect via unique underground tunnels, offering a distinctive setting for focused business meetings or small conferences.

The resort features flexible event spaces alongside comfortable lodging, including the historic Herrick Hotel and family suites. Onsite dining at the Rock Room Bar & Grill serves local favorites and craft cocktails, while the Talking Waters Spa provides a serene escape to refresh between sessions or after long days.

Best for

  • Executive retreats with spa relaxation
  • Small-group meetings in historic setting
  • Client dinners on outdoor patio

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Unique underground tunnels connecting buildings
Historic Architecture
Unique underground tunnels connecting buildings
Originally built to allow students at South Dakota’s first School for the Blind and Visually Impaired to move between buildings in bad weather, these tunnels add a distinctive historical character to the resort.
Talking Waters Spa with tailored treatments
Spa & Wellness
Talking Waters Spa with tailored treatments
A full-service spa offering customized massages, wraps, facials, sauna, and steam rooms, set in a peaceful environment with views of bison outside, providing a deeply relaxing experience.
Spacious outdoor patio for dining and relaxation
Outdoor Amenities
Spacious outdoor patio for dining and relaxation
A large patio area available during warm months where guests can enjoy cocktails, local beers, and meals in a serene rural setting, perfect for breaks during events.

At a glance

Rated 4.4 on Google · 224 reviews