Escape to this riverside haven where nature meets comfort. Savor delicious meals in the on-site restaurant or gather around the warm glow of our outdoor firepit.
Nestled by the river, Elk River Hotel & Cafe offers a serene retreat with breathtaking views. Unwind at the firepit or explore the charming garden while enjoying high-speed WiFi, a cozy bar, and an on-site restaurant. Previous guests have appreciated this guesthouse's peaceful atmosphere.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Bar
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Free parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Main amenities (11)
Housekeeping once per stay
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
Terrace
Air conditioning
Garden
Lobby fireplace
Picnic area
Wedding services
Limited hour front desk
Banquet hall
Feel at home (6)
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Garden
Terrace
Limited housekeeping
Free self parking
The current price is $146
$146
includes taxes & fees
$134 per night
Feb 16 - Feb 17
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View all photos for The Rain Song Suite (Queen and Twin)
The Rain Song Suite (Queen and Twin)
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Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
River view
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
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The Meadow Room (King with Bathtub) Main House
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Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
River view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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The Sycamore - Glamping Dome
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Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
River view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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The Chestnut Glamping Dome
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Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
River view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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The River Suite (Two Queens Three Twins) Carriage House
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Yard
Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
River view
Sleeps 7
2 Queen Beds, 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed
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Hemlock Glamping Dome
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Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
River view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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The Lily Pond (Queen) Carriage House
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Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
River view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for The Bird Song Suite (Queen and Twin)
The Bird Song Suite (Queen and Twin)
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Yard
Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
River view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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The Boat Room (Queen) Carriage House
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Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
River view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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The Autumn (Queen with Veranda) Main House
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Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
River view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Deluxe House
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Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Hill view
Sleeps 13
1 King Bed and 5 Queen Beds
View all photos for The Oak (Queen with Bathtub) Main House
The Oak (Queen with Bathtub) Main House
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Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
River view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for The Snow Room (Queen) Carriage House
The Snow Room (Queen) Carriage House
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Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
River view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
View all photos for The Walnut Glamping Dome
The Walnut Glamping Dome
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Yard
Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
River view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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The Star (Queen) Main House
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Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
River view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Clarksburg, WV (CKB-North Central West Virginia) - 63 min drive
Parkersburg, WV (PKB-Mid-Ohio Valley Regional) - 138 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
Enjoy your visit to Sutton with a stay at Elk River Hotel & Cafe. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other features include a terrace and a garden.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
28 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 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
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:30 AM–9:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Wedding services
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Banquet hall
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Handrails in stairways
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Yard
Individually furnished and decorated
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
More
Housekeeping (once per stay)
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 250 per accommodation, per stay
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10.00 for adults and USD 5.00 for children
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
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
Does Elk River Hotel & Cafe offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Elk River Hotel & Cafe 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 Elk River Hotel & Cafe?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Elk River Hotel & Cafe?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Elk River Hotel & Cafe?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Elk River Hotel & Cafe and nearby?
Elk River Hotel & Cafe has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Elk River Hotel & Cafe?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Elk River Hotel & Cafe have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a yard.
What's the area around Elk River Hotel & Cafe like?
Elk River Hotel & Cafe is located by the river, a short 15-minute walk from Elk River.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.6/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 26, 2025
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.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 29, 2024
Thom
Thom, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 16, 2024
John
John, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 6, 2024
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.
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 17, 2024
Friendly
john
john, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 25, 2024
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.
Dennis
Dennis, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2024
Johnathan
Johnathan, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 28, 2024
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.
Jonathan
Jonathan, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 22, 2024
The room was clean, quiet and relaxing.
Had a very easy time with check in and check out. Would definitely stay again! :)
Lauren
Lauren, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2024
Mary Lou
Mary Lou, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2024
Lovely place and staff. The room was beautiful and restful. The Cafe is fantastic! We will be back!
Kristyn
Kristyn, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2024
Cathleen
Cathleen, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 14, 2024
Karen
Karen, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 23, 2024
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.
Annette
Annette, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2024
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
KHYATI
KHYATI, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2024
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.
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2024
We enjoyed our stay in the River suite. We could see the river from the porch and enjoyed a quick walk to the beautiful river. We played a few games of jumbo yard sized Connect Four, and lounged in the hammocks. Would stay again. Thank you.
Cindy
Cindy, 1-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 14, 2024
Such a great stay! We loved it.
Very accommodating!
Aimee
Aimee, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 4, 2024
Grant
Grant, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 29, 2024
Kristie
Kristie, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 25, 2024
Debora
Debora, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2024
Not what I expected in a small town. This is a well thought-out place with very nicely thought out rooms. We stayed in the Lake room. (no lake view) But it was quiet, the bed was comfortable, nice bathroom with soft towels, with a nice deck over looking the woods. The restaurant has great food. The grounds are beautiful. Highly recommend it.