Hinton

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Hinton

Explore the core of this Victorian-era railroad town, full of character. A cluster of charming original buildings remain.

With a well-preserved town centre and convenient access to national parks and ski resorts, Hinton has much to keep visitors active and entertained. Delve into local railway history, admire the historic architecture and participate in outdoor activities on the surrounding rivers and rugged mountains.

The town of Hinton was established in the late 19th century and still contains features from its early days. Wander around the National Hinton Historic District and inspect the old architecture. Many of the buildings in this part of town were built during a building boom in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Look for the Summers County Courthouse, which dates back to 1875, and the neoclassical revival-style Hotel McCreery, where weary early-20th-century railroad travellers once stayed.

Follow the story of the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway at the Hinton Railroad Museum and admire the elegant Campbell Flannagan Murrell House Museum, one of the town’s oldest surviving residences.

Located next to the wide New River, Hinton is popular among canoers, kayakers, fishermen and boaters. Watch the activity as you bike along riverfront trails. Escape to Bluestone State Park to fish and to hike along forested trails. Venture to the nearby Pipestem Resort State Park for golf, hiking and camping. In winter, hit the slopes of the Winterplace Ski Resort, about a 40-minute drive southwest of Hinton .

Back in town, browse the shops, which sell everything from antiques to outdoor gear. Several restaurants, some with river views, are also located here. Purchase tickets for a show or film at the Ritz Theatre, where the plush lobby looks much the same as it did during the theatre’s 1930s heyday.

To reach Hinton, ride an Amtrak train to the downtown station. While the town itself is walkable, renting a car will allow you easy access to the spectacular landscapes of nearby state parks.

The Guest House Inn on Courthouse Square

The Guest House Inn on Courthouse Square

3 out of 5
419 2nd Avenue, Hinton, WV
The price is RM657 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
RM657
RM742 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Hinton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions The Ritz Theatre and Hinton Railroad Museum ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (120 reviews)
"We are over 70 and we did not have a bathroom in our room. I may have read this, but I don’t recall reading it. We would not have rented this room if I’d known it didn’t have a bathroom in the room. Luckily, the room we would have shared the bathroom with was not occupied, but we still had to go ..."

Reviewed on 22 Apr 2025

The Guest House Inn on Courthouse Square
Microtel Inn by Wyndham Beckley

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Beckley

2 out of 5
2130 Harper Rd, Beckley, WV
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM439 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
RM439
RM492 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Beckley. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,331 reviews)
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Microtel Inn by Wyndham Beckley
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Beckley

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Beckley

2 out of 5
1907 Harper Road, I-77 and I-64 Exit 44, Beckley, WV
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7.4/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
"It was a pleasant comfortable experience after traveling for so long."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Beckley
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Brushcreek Falls RV Resort

Brushcreek Falls RV Resort

3 out of 5
5127 Eads Mill Rd, Princeton, WV
Stay at this 3-star golf cabin in Princeton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (92 reviews)
"Well maintained, staff were very couteous and mini golf was quite fun. We stayed in the farm house that can accomodate upto 12 guests (4 Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms), the house was decorated with antique/rusty tools that gave it a unique character,kids loved it!! Overall it was a fun experience."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

Brushcreek Falls RV Resort
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