Elmore's Sweetnin' House Bed and Breakfast was once part of a farmhouse and cotton plantation in the 1800s. Now, it is a tidy bed and breakfast run by a couple who have decorated the interior with antiques and a blue and white color scheme. The Sweetnin' provides a homey feel in a historic setting, and the price per night includes a homemade breakfast every day. It is also the only lodging available in the town of Elmore.
Prattville, located less than 10 miles outside of the town of Elmore, boasts several affordable hotel options. The Country Inn and Suite by Carlson features an indoor pool and gym, as well as a free breakfast. The La Quinta Inn and Suites, also features a pool and gym, as well as high-speed Internet access. The Hampton Inn offers a pool, free hot breakfast and a business center.
The town of Elmore, located in the Montgomery metro area, has 199 residents, according to the 2000 census data. It has a per capita income of $13,533, and a 14 percent rate of college graduates over the age of 25.
Travelers staying in or near Elmore are less than 15 miles from the city of Montgomery, which boasts several historic sites (especially civil rights memorials), theaters (like the Capri Theater) and other attractions, such as the Montgomery Zoo. However, nearer to Elmore is the town of Prattville, which has several bowling alleys, such as the Bama Lanes of Prattville, and a Boy Scout certified camping site, Camp Tuckabatchee.