New River / Greenbrier Valley · Raleigh County

Places to stay in Sophia, West Virginia

Sophia is a town in Raleigh County, a short drive south of Beckley on Route 16. Senator Robert C Byrd grew up here. Winterplace Ski Resort is well under an hour south at Ghent and the Hatfield-McCoy Trails Pinnacle Creek system is well under an hour west.

Places to stay in Sophia, WV

We're still adding properties in Sophia, WV.

In the meantime, you can also browse places to stay in Beckley , Mullens and Winterplace Ski Resort .

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Where should you stay in Sophia, WV?

Stay in the center of Sophia if you want to walk to restaurants and shops, or look just outside town for cabins and more space.

Sophia is known for its motels, cabins and vacation rentals. Until listings go live here, Beckley, Mullens and Pineville are the closest places to stay.

Nearby attractions

  • Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine

    An underground tour of a former working mine in Beckley, ridden in man cars and guided by retired miners. A restored coal camp, church, schoolhouse and superintendent house sit above ground.

  • Tamarack Marketplace

    A juried craft marketplace beside the West Virginia Turnpike at Beckley, selling work by West Virginia artisans. It also holds galleries, a food court and live demonstration studios.

  • Grandview

    A section of New River Gorge National Park north of Beckley, about 1,400 feet above a seven mile horseshoe bend in the river. Its Main Overlook is a short walk from the parking area.

Sophia: what people ask

Where should I stay in Sophia, WV?
We're still adding properties in Sophia, WV. In the meantime, you can also browse places to stay in Beckley, Mullens and Winterplace Ski Resort.
What is there to do in Sophia, WV?
Sophia is a good base for atv and side-by-side riding, skiing and snowboarding, hiking, fishing and history and heritage. Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine, Tamarack Marketplace and Grandview are all within a short drive.
When is the best time to visit Sophia?
Fall color and summer weekends are the busiest times of year, while spring and midweek stays are generally the quietest and the most affordable.
What towns are near Sophia?
Beckley, Mullens and Pineville are all good alternatives if Sophia is fully booked. Each location has its own page with details on available listings.
What else is near Sophia?
Winterplace Ski Resort and Hatfield-McCoy Trails are all close by, and each has its own page with places to stay nearby.