A place to stay in Bolivar
Light Horse Inn is a hotel in Bolivar, West Virginia. It offers in-room kitchens and free parking. Room types include the Suite # 3 and the Suite # 2. Guests rate it 4.55/5 across 253 reviews.
Who this stay suits
Expect guest scores around 4.55/5.
Best for
- Road trips & drive-up convenience
- Longer stays
- Business travelers
Rooms for every kind of stay
Choose from 2 room types — including the Suite # 3, Suite # 2. Rates start from $187 a night.
The surrounding area
Light Horse Inn is in Bolivar, West Virginia, rated 4.55/5 by guests.
Standout features
Inside Light Horse Inn
Amenities at Light Horse Inn
Most popular facilities
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Bar
- Exceptional Breakfast
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Street parking
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
The Light Horse Inn earns overwhelmingly positive sentiment, driven by its exceptional made-to-order breakfasts, historic charm, and a location ideal for exploring Harpers Ferry. Staff warmth and room character are consistently praised, though a handful of guests flagged the unstaffed arrival experience, firm mattresses, and minor maintenance oversights as areas needing attention. Overall, it delivers a distinctive, high-quality B&B experience with only minor rough edges.
- No staff present on arrival / unmanned check-in left some guests feeling unwelcome
- Beds described as firm or hard by multiple guests
- Light bleed into rooms (hallway light above door, emergency lighting during power outage)
- Minor maintenance issues noted (broken light, faulty faucet, no bathtub stopper, bathroom sliding door not closing fully)
- Potential lack of air conditioning in summer; thermostat not adjustable by guests
“The breakfast was incredibly good - a huge serving and perfectly prepared. The chef prepared special gluten-free entrees for us at our request.”
“I couldn't get in when I arrived because no staff were present and I didn't know the door lock code. Not very welcoming.”
“Megan was neatly dressed with white pressed uniform as if it was a 5 star hotel, she was friendly and asked how our trip was going.”
“Suite 3 was like a mini apartment! The historical aspect, the closeness to local businesses, cleanliness. Very warm and welcoming inside.”
“We have not stayed in B&Bs previously but this experience makes us interested in doing more.”
Guest reviews summarised from Booking.com.
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Frequently asked
What amenities does Light Horse Inn offer?
Light Horse Inn offers Free Wifi, Non-smoking rooms, Free parking, Facilities for disabled guests, Bar, Exceptional Breakfast, Parking, Air conditioning, Private Parking, Hairdryer, Linens, and Picnic area.
What room types are available at Light Horse Inn?
Room options include Suite # 3, Suite # 2.
How much does it cost to stay at Light Horse Inn?
Nightly rates start from around $187, varying by date and room type.
Where is Light Horse Inn located?
Light Horse Inn is located in Bolivar, West Virginia, at 1084 W Washington Street, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425, United States.