Elk River Hotel & Cafe

2.5 star property
Guest house perfectly located for exploring Sutton

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Fountain
Hemlock Glamping Dome | Private kitchen
Deluxe House | Private kitchen
The Walnut Glamping Dome | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Deluxe House | Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
616 Main St, Sutton, WV, 26601
  • Sutton Dam
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Flatwoods Outlet Mall
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Sutton Lake Marina
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

The Rain Song Suite (Queen and Twin)

  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

The Meadow Room (King with Bathtub) Main House

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

The Sycamore - Glamping Dome

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

The Chestnut Glamping Dome

  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

The River Suite (Two Queens Three Twins) Carriage House

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds, 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Hemlock Glamping Dome

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

The Lily Pond (Queen) Carriage House

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

The Bird Song Suite (Queen and Twin)

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

The Boat Room (Queen) Carriage House

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

The Autumn (Queen with Veranda) Main House

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe House

  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 13
  • 1 King Bed and 5 Queen Beds

The Oak (Queen with Bathtub) Main House

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

The Snow Room (Queen) Carriage House

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

The Walnut Glamping Dome

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

The Star (Queen) Main House

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

The Lake (King Bed) Carriage House

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Sutton

City center stay.Stay at this Sutton guesthouse and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Sutton Library and 2 miles (3 km) of Elk River. Also, Sutton Dam is within 2 miles (3 km) and Braxton County Memorial Hospital is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Sutton Dam - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Flatwoods Outlet Mall - 7 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Sutton Lake Marina - 15 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Bee Run Marina - 15 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Bee Run Swimming Area - 16 min drive - 7.9 miles

Getting around

  • Clarksburg, WV (CKB-North Central West Virginia) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Custard Stand - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Spot - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Elk River Hotel & Cafe

Guest house perfectly located for exploring Sutton
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Elk River Hotel & Cafe also features a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

This Sutton guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Elk River Hotel & Cafe offers 28 accommodations with air conditioning. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas and include desks. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Separate in-room dining area

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10.00 for adults and USD 5.00 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Elk River Hotel Cafe
Elk River Hotel & Cafe Sutton
Elk River Hotel & Cafe Guesthouse
Elk River Hotel & Cafe Guesthouse Sutton

Frequently asked questions

How close is Elk River Hotel & Cafe to the airport?

Elk River Hotel & Cafe is 62 mi (68-min drive) away from the Clarksburg, WV (CKB-North Central West Virginia) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Elk River Hotel & Cafe?

As of Jun 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elk River Hotel & Cafe on Jun 29, 2025 start from $114.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Elk River Hotel & Cafe have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Elk River Hotel & Cafe.

How close is Elk River Hotel & Cafe to the beach?

This guesthouse is 7 mi (15-min drive) from Bee Run Swimming Area and 15.7 mi (25-min drive) from Bulltown Swim Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Elk River Hotel & Cafe offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Elk River Hotel & Cafe, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 10.00 for adults and USD 5.00 for children. It's available every day from 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Elk River Hotel & Cafe?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Elk River Hotel & Cafe?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Elk River Hotel & Cafe?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Elk River Hotel & Cafe have a pool?

Elk River Hotel & Cafe does not have a pool.

Does Elk River Hotel & Cafe have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Elk River Hotel & Cafe have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Elk River Hotel & Cafe to downtown Sutton?

Elk River Hotel & Cafe is 1 mi away from Sutton.

Elk River Hotel & Cafe Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 112 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 112 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 112 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 112 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 112 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Yert Appeal

Glamping in a yert for the first time was good. Lots of space, very comfortable bed and great linens.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Bed & Breakfast style hotel with spacious main house rooms or glamping domes out back. Great base camp for your next West Virginia adventure.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jeanine

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Cozy by the creek

Cozy room with nice view of Sutton creek. Staff very friendly. Emily makes a fantastic breakfast. The glamping domes look like a great retreat too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overlooked

What a nice find. We've been to West Virginia for years with family roots. When this property showed up or Hotels.com, it was a pleasant surprise. Very quaint and cozy on a quiet street on the banks of the Elk River in Braxton Co., WV. Called to check on us as we were running late, offered to hold the Cafe open for dinner. Escorted to your room. The history of it's old period construction with new touches is really cool. Bed comfy, quiet night. We intend to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Dan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful heritage house, I booked it last minute to get off the road in a snow storm.Minor irratence that the room wasn’t made up at 5:00, but I hadn’t given much notice. While it is period correct the claw foot tub just isn’t as functional as a modern shower. The rest of the house is like stepping into a time capsule. It would be a lovely place to check out in fall.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Balbir

Bad experience
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thom

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a beautiful view of the Elk River off a balcony
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

By The River

Quaint hotel by the river. Comfortable and quiet. Staff isn’t always on sight. Limited breakfast hours. Staff is friendly and courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Elk River Hotel and Cafe is a quaint, fairly isolated but classic spot. This was our third time here and we enjoy the ambiance and remoteness of this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johnathan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I thought the property was nice. The area was quiet and safe. Parking to the location is a little bit of a hassle if you get there later in the evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, quiet and relaxing. Had a very easy time with check in and check out. Would definitely stay again! :)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Lou

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place and staff. The room was beautiful and restful. The Cafe is fantastic! We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very comfortable room and quiet. The location was cute and peaceful. Really appreciated the bottles of water on each side of the bed, which was nice to see after all the travel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

KHYATI, PITTSBURGH

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in one of the Domes. It was very beautiful in and out. Rivwe access was very easy. We went to Dam and marina and both are must visit
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort is beautiful, very well managed, and very clean. The owner of the establishment is wonderful. Customer service is excellent. The only down side is the quite loud lumber mill across the river with machinery that runs 24/7.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Such a great stay! We loved it. Very accommodating!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024