Places to stay in War, West Virginia
War is a city in McDowell County, West Virginia. War was incorporated in 1920 by the Circuit Court of McDowell County. Its name is derived from War Creek, whose confluence with Dry Fork is located within the city. Legend has it that War Creek was in turn named by the local Native Americans about 1788 because of a battle which occurred near the source of the creek. War is the only place in the United States with this name. War was formerly known as Miner's City. It is well known for being a setting in the movie "October Sky" as writer Homer Hickam is a Big Creek High School alumni. Local dining options include The Original Troy’s Pizza Italian-american Grill, Fountain, and Coalfield Cafe.
If you are travelling in the area, War is located close to Big Fork Ridge, Clay Church, New Belcher Mountain Community Cemetery, WELC-FM (Welch) and Jewell School (historical).
Available War lodging
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War Hotels, Motels, Resorts, B&Bs and Extended Stay
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War Camping & RV, Cottages, Rentals and Lodges / Ranches
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The only properties we have listed are:
- Elkhorn Inn & Theatre in Landgraff - 14 miles
- Whispering Waters Bed And Breakfast in Cedar Bluff - 16 miles
- Holiday Inn Express in Pounding Mill - 17 miles
- Super 8 in Pounding Mill - 17 miles
However the distances involved may not make them a suitable alternative.
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