Elk Hostel

Elk Hostel Nothing can speak more eloquently of the refinement and material prosperity of any community than the possession of a first-class hotel.

In this respect, since the Elk Hotel was thrown open to the public in April 1894 Sutton has been in advance of ma The Elk Hotel has been the center of downtown Sutton commerce for over a century. The Elk Hotel is a historical presence that drawls not only Statewide but National interest. In recent years it has served as a haven for the Arts and the WV Filmmakers Film Guild. Outdoor enthusiasts hav

e immediate access to the Jeremiah Carpenter Mountain Bike Trail, The Sutton Lake, The Elk River and The Elk River Wildlife Management Area. Within walking distance visitors have their choice between Homestyle cuisine and one of West Virginia's finest Italian restaurants, Cafe' Cimino. You can fine the artisan in yourself at Controled Excentrics. Nighlife in Sutton is best spread between the Little Dishes Pub, La Dolce Vita, The Landmark Studio for the Arts or the Elk Theatre. Several outdoor swimming areas are open from spring until late fall. These include the Sutton Lake, Bee Run Recreational Area and the Sutton Pool. Sutton's activities are not limited to Spring and Summer. Sutton has a Fall Festival which is adult and child friendly with activities to ensure that everyone has a great time. Also this time of year the Elk Hotel becomes the Haunted Hotel with spooks and goblins galore. This is something that everyone enjoys.

04/09/2026

Mike Morningstar and Rick Roberts at the Elk Hotel.

02/16/2026
Fastnacht.
02/16/2026

Fastnacht.

We're deeply saddened by the passing of filmmaker Danny Boyd. It was a privilege to have collaborated with him on Makata...
02/07/2026

We're deeply saddened by the passing of filmmaker Danny Boyd. It was a privilege to have collaborated with him on Makatano, Onkilimanjaro and most recently his book God's Pool, set in the Elk Hotel, where we shared so many creative moments. He will be missed dearly

The Riverview Hotel burns, with the Elk Hotel visible in the background.
01/03/2026

The Riverview Hotel burns, with the Elk Hotel visible in the background.

12/25/2025
Something is amiss at the Elk!
09/03/2025

Something is amiss at the Elk!

Plot Twist Books will host a book talking and signing with local author and filmmaker Daniel Boyd, who will read from his new novel, “God’s Pool in Particle Park,” at

Some memories of Jesse from Dennis at the Elk Rest my friend. .
04/16/2025

Some memories of Jesse from Dennis at the Elk Rest my friend. .

Braxton County Monopoly!
11/10/2023

Braxton County Monopoly!

Good times at the Bigfoot Festival.
06/27/2022

Good times at the Bigfoot Festival.

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Sutton, WV
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