Places to stay in Dongola, Kentucky

Dongola, also known as Cowan, is an unincorporated community in Letcher County, Kentucky. Dongola had a post office from 1901 to 1984. Local restaurants include T Berry's Restaurant, Hobo's Diner, Courthouse Cafe, and Doghead Dough.

If you are travelling in the area, Dongola is located close to Flat Gap School, WMMT-FM (Whitesburg), Gordon Volunteer Fire Department, Buffalo School and Long Rock Branch.

The center of Dongola ( which is at is longitude -82°50'39.177 and latitude 37°5'50.125 ) is located and 2 miles away from Whitesburg.

Available Dongola lodging

We currently have 5 accommodations in and around Dongola.

Dongola Hotels, Motels, Resorts, B&Bs and Extended Stay

Motels

Super 8

Approx 2 miles away in Whitesburg:

* Free High Speed Internet in all rooms * Coffeemakers in all rooms * Hairdryers in all rooms * Microwaves and refrigerators available on request * 43 rooms * Pet stays FREE * Bad Branch Falls Nature Conservancy * Appalshop International Media .....

377 - A Hazard Road

Whitesburg, Kentucky

Bed & Breakfasts

Main Street Studio

Approx 2 miles away in Whitesburg:

Whitesburg

Whitesburg, Kentucky

Dongola Camping & RV, Cottages, Rentals and Lodges / Ranches

Photograph of Shekinah Village Cabins, Whitesburg

Listing updated 2026

Cottages

Shekinah Village Cabins

Approx 5 miles away in Whitesburg:

At Shekinah Village, we have 4 cabins available for rent. These beautifully decorated cabins each boast full kitchens, a living room, a dining area and a deck with a lovely view of Pay Lake.

366 Pay Lake Road

Whitesburg, Kentucky

Cottages

Brown's Elk Cabin

Approx 2 miles away in Whitesburg:

Whitesburg, Kentucky

Cottages

Happy Mountain Lodging

Approx 2 miles away in Whitesburg:

Whether you are in town for an extended business stay,a family reunion or just looking for a romantic getaway, Happy Mountain Lodging is your “home away from home.” This quaint country house offers you everything you need..

92 Memory Lane

Whitesburg, Kentucky

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