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.
Clarksburg, WV (CKB-North Central West Virginia) - 68 min drive
Parkersburg, WV (PKB-Mid-Ohio Valley Regional) - 138 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Elk River Hotel & Cafe by GlampOut Resorts - 1 min walk
Custard Stand - 8 min drive
Wendy's - 9 min drive
El Gallo Mexican Restaurant - 9 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.
At a glance
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Hotel size
28 rooms
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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
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:30 AM–9:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
What to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Kayaking nearby
Marina nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Wedding services
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Vegetarian dining options
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))
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Housekeeping (once per stay)
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Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10.00 for adults and USD 5.00 for children
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per accommodation, per day
Policies
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 does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
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?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 20 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Elk River Hotel & Cafe?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
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?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, kayaking, and canoeing. Enjoy amenities like 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 and 3 minutes' walk from Sutton Library.
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Reviews
Elk River Hotel & Cafe Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.4
Cleanliness
9.4
Amenities
9.6
Staff & service
9.2
Eco-friendliness
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently delicious and plentiful with a nice variety of options. (14 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2025
The room was clean and comfortable. The facility was quiet and peaceful despite seeming very busy. The food and service in the restaurant was very good.
dennis
dennis, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2025
Gorgeous, historical home!
Loved this place! Beautiful, with friendly hosts & very accomodating! Love how the character of the home has been maintained. Clean & definitely somewhere we would come back to!
Tiffany
Tiffany, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2025
So cool! We enjoyed glamping!
Tammy
Tammy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2025
It was great!
Jimy
Jimy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 28, 2025
Nice getaway in Wild, Wonderful West Virginia!!
This quaint Inn offers a nice getaway in Wild Wonderful West Virginia!! My sister and I stayed in the Birdsong Suite (2 rooms/beds). Not the Greenbrier of course but a lovely place with helpful, hospitable staff. The Cafe’s meals (though limited) were delicious. A nice getaway location or nice place to stay when traveling through.
Phyllis
Phyllis, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 12, 2025
Great find in the middle of nowhere
Older house turned bnb not far from flat woods monster museum and big foot museum. Nicest place in the area of like 500 people. Food decent and prices okay. House creaks like it's old which it is. Gorgeous wood work. Nice outdoor places. Overall happy to stay on our way through WV.
Ester
Ester, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 9, 2025
A hidden gem
Good location to enjoy the Elk River and Lake nearby. Sutton as a town is trying to revitalize, and this hotel having a restaurant is very important. Meals were well prepared and thoughtful, and concerned about dietary restrictions. The historic hotel is full of architectural details of a more gilded age. We stayed on the Rainflower Suite and it was a good value for the price by far. Excellent value for the money.
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 3, 2025
Disappointed
Room smelled musky and moldy, had to get a candle from front desk. Bathroom floor, tub and sink had black hair every where. Booked for two nights only stayed one .
Rhonda
Rhonda, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2025
Great staff member, Emily, was kind and informative. Dinner was excellent!
Christine
Christine, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 4, 2025
Traveling through
We were traveling through the area and picked this hotel using Google maps and Hotels.com. We stayed in the carriage house, Lake room with a king bed. It was comfortable. We had dinner in the cafe. Very good food. Quiet, comfortable, interesting area. The 2 women running it were very helpful. Since it's a small staff, don't arrive before 4pm or you might have to wait. We would stay here again
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1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2025
Adorable Local Hideout!
Overall wonderful experience! The glamping dome was cozy and clean with a well functioning AC unit and comfortable bed. Breakfast was a delicious quiche with sausage, potatoes, and an orange. I was just expecting a typical scrambled egg or waffle but I was pleasantly surprised with the offerings. Great stay for couples!
Sara
Sara, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2025
The house we stayed in was quite old, but the number of bedrooms and bathrooms and the updated kitchen served our needs quite well. Also, the grounds are beautiful and the view of the river is so beautiful. Great advantage to have a restaurant inside the property. The food was good. We visited Sutton dam and had a great day enjoying nature.Sutton is a beautiful small town and the Elk River Hotel is a great place to stay if you are living/traveling through the area.
Preetha
Preetha, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 2, 2025
Beautiful Bed & Breakfast style hotel with spacious main house rooms or glamping domes out back. Great base camp for your next West Virginia adventure.
Juan
Juan, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 10, 2025
This place was awesome except for you might want some light dinner music playing in the background.
Erin
Erin, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 10, 2025
Yert Appeal
Glamping in a yert for the first time was good. Lots of space, very comfortable bed and great linens.
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 17, 2025
The property is cool old building.
The carriage house we stayed in was good not great. Property could be great with better care.
Breakfast wasn't until 8:30am so we had to leave and eat elsewhere.
Laurie
Laurie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 27, 2025
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.
Jeanine
Jeanine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 28, 2024
what a gem
great place to stay, the hosts are super nice and the food was great. we will stay here again!
Nancy
Nancy, 1-night trip
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 trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 7, 2025
Yes
tristan
tristan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 21, 2022
Inn keeper was excellent, food was really good a great historic spot
Dennis
Dennis, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 14, 2024
Such a great stay! We loved it.
Very accommodating!
Aimee
Aimee, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 29, 2024
We had a beautiful view of the Elk River off a balcony
Charles
Charles, 1-night trip
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 trip
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! :)