Charleston Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A large neoclassical building with a golden dome, wide steps leading up to the entrance, and symmetrical columns.
A museum exhibit with glass display cases and framed pictures on the walls.
A row of brick buildings with large windows and a green street lamp.
A grand legislative chamber with a large arched ceiling, red curtains, and rows of desks.
A street sign for Quarrier St. and a One Way sign.

Where to stay in Charleston

Find the best Charleston areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown Charleston

While visiting Downtown Charleston, you might make a stop by sights like Charleston Town Center and Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences.

East End Historic District

East End Historic District is noteworthy for its casinos, and you can plan an outing to West Virginia State Museum and West Virginia Culture Center while you're in town.

Kanawha City

You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Kanawha City. You might want to make time for a stop at Kanawha Mall Shopping Center or The Shops at Kanawha.

South Hills

While visiting South Hills, you might make a stop by sights like Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve and Cox-Morton House.

West Side

If you're spending some time in West Side, Patrick Street Plaza Shopping Center and Ruffner Memorial Park are top sights worth seeing.

Charleston Marriott Town Center

Charleston Marriott Town Center

3.5 out of 5
200 Lee St E Charleston WV
The price is 2.494.225 ₫ per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
2.494.225 ₫
2.818.473 ₫ total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very good! (1,011 reviews)
"Everything was pretty good, breakfast was solid and decently fresh"

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Charleston Marriott Town Center
Embassy Suites Charleston

Embassy Suites Charleston

3.5 out of 5
300 Court St Charleston WV
The price is 3.600.955 ₫ per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
3.600.955 ₫
4.069.078 ₫ total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,443 reviews)
"Horrifying - not what I expected from Hilton. Black mold, stained duvets, etc"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Embassy Suites Charleston
Mardi Gras Casino & Resort

Mardi Gras Casino & Resort

4 out of 5
#1 Greyhound Drive Cross Lanes WV
The price is 3.649.445 ₫ per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
3.649.445 ₫
4.123.873 ₫ total
16 Jul - 17 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cross Lanes. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,564 reviews)
"Our queen deluxe room was very spacious. We were able to look out our window and see deer. The hotel staff were all super nice, especially the housekeepers. It was nice to be able to leave our room and go to the casino without having to drive anywhere. The breakfast was really good."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Mardi Gras Casino & Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Opossum Creek Retreat

Opossum Creek Retreat

3 out of 5
239 Opossum Creek Retreat Rd Victor WV
Stay at this cabin in Victor. Enjoy free parking, 9 hot tubs and a garden. Popular attractions New River Gorge Bridge and New & Gauley River Adventures are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (57 reviews)
"anna was an absolute gem!"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Opossum Creek Retreat
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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