Hinton

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Hinton showing heritage elements, street scenes and a small town or village
Hinton featuring tranquil scenes, a river or creek and landscape views
Hinton featuring heritage elements, a city and street scenes
Hinton showing a city, heritage elements and street scenes
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 center 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 travelers 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 theater’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 P8,721 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
P8,721
P9,767 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
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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 ...
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The Guest House Inn on Courthouse Square
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Microtel Inn by Wyndham Beckley
2 out of 5
2130 Harper Rd, Beckley, WV
The price is P5,769 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
P5,769
P6,461 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
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 ...
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2 out of 5
127 Ontario Dr, Mount Hope, WV
The price is P3,352 per night from Jul 30 to Jul 31
P3,352
P3,754 total
Jul 30 - Jul 31
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3 out of 5
5127 Eads Mill Rd, Princeton, WV
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8.8/10 Excellent! (91 reviews)
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