Southern West Virginia Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Southern West Virginia
Downtown Charleston
While visiting Downtown Charleston, you might make a stop by sights like Mountain Stage and Charleston Town Center.
Teays Valley
While visiting Teays Valley, you might make a stop by sights like Teays Valley Lakes and Teays Center Plaza.
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 Blackwell Field.
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.
Institute
When in Institute, you can plan a visit to Mardi Gras Casino and Dunbar Village Shopping Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG
Clean room. Good breakfast
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Embassy Suites Charleston
The staff at Embass Suites in Charleston was very friendly and accommodating. There are two areas that could be improved. We went to breakfast at 7:45 and most of the hot items were gone. Also, accessibility to the stairs as an alternative to using the elevator could be improved i.e. where are the ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Charleston Marriott Town Center
Stay was fine but I called in advance to make sure there was a 24 hour shuttle for Monday 3/2 at 3:30 am to airport. I was staying at Marriott so I wouldn’t have to drive that early in the morning. Upon checking in, I was told that there was no driver until 5:00 am that day.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
The Escape
Clean spacious room. Easy check in and check out. Close to shopping and dining. We were only passing through Lewisburg but the area looked like an interesting place to visit. Great communication with host. Would certainly return and recommend.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hotel O Relax Inn Lewisburg near I-64
Travel became simple because of the hotel’s accessible location. The stay experience was comfortable and well-organized. Staff handled everything efficiently.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Washington Street Quarters
Wonderful & charming. Very convenient location. Will be staying here again.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Popular places to visit
New River Gorge Bridge
Find out about the history of Victor when you spend time at New River Gorge Bridge. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out its rafting opportunities.
Mardi Gras Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Mardi Gras Casino during your travels in Cross Lanes? Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
West Virginia State Capitol Building
West Virginia State Capitol Building is just one of the places to see in Charleston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.
University of Charleston
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Charleston during your travels in Charleston. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.
Mothman Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Mothman Museum in Point Pleasant. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
Charleston Town Center
You can do some window-shopping at Charleston Town Center during your trip to Charleston. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.
- New River Gorge Bridge
- Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center
- Mardi Gras Casino
- Southridge Center
- West Virginia State Capitol Building
- Greenbrier Golf Course
- Hatfield McCoy Trail - Buffalo Mountain Trail System
- Mothman Museum
- Mothman Statue
- Raleigh General Hospital
- Hawks Nest State Park
- Camden Park Amusement Park
- Joan C Edwards Stadium
- Pipestem State Park
- Tamarack Conference Center
- Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences
- Huntington Mall
- West Virginia State Fair Fairgrounds
- Kanawha State Forest
- Shawnee Sports Complex
- North Charleston Recreation Center
- Haddad Riverfront Park
- GoMart Ballpark
