Best of West Virginia 2026 — And We Need Your Vote
We've Been Nominated for Best of West Virginia 2026 — And We Need Your Vote
Two nominations. One deadline. Here's how you can help.
We have some exciting news.
The Billy Motel has been nominated for Best of West Virginia 2026 by WV Living Magazine — and so has Ish Kitchen.
Voting is open now through October 12, 2026.
And we're asking everyone who's ever stayed with us, eaten at Ish, driven through Davis, or just loves West Virginia — to take two minutes and cast your vote.
What Is Best of West Virginia?
Every year, WV Living Magazine runs its Best of West Virginia reader's choice awards — recognizing the best hotels, restaurants, experiences, and hidden gems across the state.
It's one of the most widely followed WV travel guides out there.
A nomination means something.
A win means even more — for the businesses, for Davis, and for everyone who believes West Virginia deserves to be celebrated.
The Billy Motel — Nominated for Best Hotel / Stay in West Virginia
If you've stayed at The Billy, you know it's not your average roadside motel.
We took a classic motor lodge and brought it back to life — thoughtful design, comfortable rooms, a genuine love for the Canaan Valley and everything around it.
Tucked in Davis, WV — steps from Blackwater Falls State Park, close to Canaan Valley Resort, and right in the heart of one of West Virginia's most beautiful mountain towns — The Billy is built for people who love real adventure and want a comfortable place to come home to at the end of the day.
Being nominated for Best Boutique Hotel in West Virginia is a huge deal for a small, independent property like ours.
We're not a big chain. We're not a resort with hundreds of rooms.
We're a small team that cares deeply about hospitality and about this community.
Your vote tells WV Living readers: This is worth the trip.
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Ish Kitchen — Nominated for Best Restaurant in West Virginia
If you've eaten at Ish Kitchen in Davis, WV — you already know why they're on this list.
Fresh, thoughtful food. Real ingredients. A menu that punches way above what you'd expect from a small mountain town.
Ish is the kind of place that makes Davis special.
It's the kind of restaurant that reminds you why West Virginia is having a moment — because people here are doing things right, with care and intention.
A nomination for Best Restaurant in West Virginia is exactly what Ish deserves.
Help them win it.
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Why Your Vote Matters
Davis, WV is a small town.
But it's one of the best small towns in the country — and more people are discovering that every year.
Blackwater Falls. Canaan Valley. The trails. The skiing. The overlooks. The community.
When businesses like The Billy Motel and Ish Kitchen get recognized in statewide awards, it puts Davis on more travelers' radars.
It helps the whole town grow.
So this isn't just about us. It's about showing the rest of West Virginia — and everyone planning a trip — that Davis is worth the drive.
How to Vote (It's Easy)
1. Click either link below
2. Cast your vote — takes less than a minute
3. Share this post with anyone who loves WV, has stayed at The Billy, or eaten at Ish
Voting closes October 12, 2026. Don't wait.
🗳️ Cast Your Votes Here:
The Billy Motel — Best Hotel/Stay in West Virginia
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Ish Kitchen — Best Restaurant in West Virginia
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