Hinton Travel Guide

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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 Railwayat the Hinton Railroad Museum and admire the elegant Campbell FlannaganMurrellHouseMuseum, 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 ₹13,219 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
₹13,219
₹14,937 total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Hinton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi 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
The price is ₹8,838 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹8,838
₹9,899 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Beckley. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,309 reviews)
"Not bad - Angela was very helpful"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

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
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Beckley. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Everyone was so friendly and courteous. I recommend this hotel to anyone who is looking for a place to stay in beckley"

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Beckley
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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 Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (91 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
Cabins at Pine Haven
Cabins at Pine Haven
3 out of 5
202 Log Cabin Rd, Beaver, WV
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Beaver. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Grandview State Park and Ship Rock Trailhead ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
"It was a beautiful cabin with nice amenities. I loved the hot tub. The beds were not all that comfortable and the upstairs shower did not have great water pressure."

Reviewed on 9 May 2025

Cabins at Pine Haven
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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