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The Elston Inn and Conference Center

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A wooden deck with outdoor seating, surrounded by trees.
A brick building with a covered entrance labeled 'INN REGISTRATION,' steps leading up to it, and potted plants.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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450 Sweet Briar Dr, Sweet Briar, VA, 24595
  • Place, Sweet Briar College
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mary Helen Cochran Library
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Lower Sweetbriar Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Single Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a bedside table with a lamp, and a chair.

Single Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with a view of trees, and a lamp.

Single Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Mountain View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Single Room, 2 Double Beds, Courtyard View

A bedroom with two beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Single Room, 2 Double Beds, Courtyard View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a painting, and a window with curtains.

Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

Single Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Sweet Briar

The Elston Inn and Conference Center places you next to Sweet Briar College and within a 10-minute walk of Sweet Briar Museum. This 38-room hotel has conveniences like free breakfast, a winery, and an indoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Sweet Briar College - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Mary Helen Cochran Library - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sweet Briar Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Upper Sweetbriar Lake - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Lower Sweetbriar Lake - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Lynchburg-Kemper Street Station - 21 min drive
  • Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Filling Station - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Baine's Books And Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪What A Blessing! Baked Goods and Fine Sandwiches - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Elston Inn and Conference Center

Guests staying at The Elston Inn and Conference Center enjoy access to a winery, an indoor pool, and free WiFi in public areas. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing. Other amenities at this golf hotel include meeting rooms, a conference center, and a 24-hour business center.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Balconies or patios, dining areas, and microwaves are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Prothro Dining Hall

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Art gallery
  • Designer stores
  • Golf carts
  • Golf driving range
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Indoor pool
  • Private wine tours
  • Pro golf shop
  • Vineyard
  • Wine tasting room
  • Wine tours
  • Winery
  • Winery release events

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • High chair
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Stroller

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Conference center
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Vineyard

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Printer
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Security Guard at 450 Sweet Briar Drive, Sweet Briar, Virginia]
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of USD 50 per day
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet deposit: USD 50 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for golf tee times. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near The Elston Inn and Conference Center ?

This hotel is located in Sweet Briar, a short 8-minute walk from Sweet Briar Museum and also 11 minutes on foot from Babcock Fine Arts Center. You'll also find Upper Sweetbriar Lake and Lower Sweetbriar Lake within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Elston Inn and Conference Center ?

As of Aug 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Elston Inn and Conference Center on Sep 6, 2026 start from $138, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at The Elston Inn and Conference Center ?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible van parking is also available for guests.

Does The Elston Inn and Conference Center include a casino on the premises?

No, The Elston Inn and Conference Center doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Elston Inn and Conference Center ?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

Is The Elston Inn and Conference Center good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant, an indoor pool, and private wine tours.

Are there hot tubs at The Elston Inn and Conference Center ?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Elston Inn and Conference Center have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Elston Inn and Conference Center serves free continental breakfast at Prothro Dining Hall each morning.

Does The Elston Inn and Conference Center allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at The Elston Inn and Conference Center for a fee of USD 50 per pet, per day. A deposit of USD 50 per day is collected.

Are there connecting rooms at The Elston Inn and Conference Center ?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from The Elston Inn and Conference Center ?

The closest major airport to The Elston Inn and Conference Center is Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional), which is 20.5 mi away (23 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Elston Inn and Conference Center ?

Yes, every guestroom at The Elston Inn and Conference Center comes with a balcony/patio and some offer mountain and courtyard views.

The Elston Inn and Conference Center Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay here! The staff was incredibly welcoming and engaged. It was a quiet stay in a beautiful setting. We will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teyla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I just love this quite, seculded stay. It's clean and its rustic feel makes it feel like home.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful decor
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sneha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was amazing! With a puppy as part of our family, we especially enjoyed walking the campus which was quiet and beautiful. The room was clean and staff very helpful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room with a beautiful balcony and views. Front desk staff is incredibly friendly and welcoming. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Gregory

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Multiple spiders found behind the drawers, in corners, etc. Decently clean overall but the number of spiders was unacceptable
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was one of the most pleasant stays at a "hotel" I've ever experienced, I would have happily stayed more than one night if needed. The setting is lovely and peaceful. The room was quiet at night and our beds were comfortable. Our room faced the woods with a patio which we spent a lot of time on. The facility is on the older side, but everything was clean and organized and we had everything we needed. You can park close to your room and I love that it's only 2 stories with outside access (like a motel). Staff was all very friendly. My ONLY suggestions would include 1. a protein option for breakfast- in fairness it is a continental breakfast, but there really aren't any close restaurants in the area (at least breakfast options) it was a lot of bread/carbs and sugar. And 2. with being on the ground floor, it would be nice to have an additional security/lock on the sliding glass door to the patio- it's just a simple latch, which felt a little insecure. Overall we had a wonderful experience and I would absolutely come back! Good job Sweet Briar! I feel like we found a gem!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026