Charleston, WV

Travel Guide

West Virginia State Capitol Building showing heritage architecture and an administrative buidling
West Virginia State Museum showing interior views
Charleston which includes a city
West Virginia State Capitol Building featuring an administrative buidling and interior views
West Virginia State Capitol Building featuring an administrative buidling, interior views and heritage architecture

Where to stay in Charleston

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Teays Valley

While visiting Teays Valley, you might make a stop by sights like Teays Valley Lakes and Hurricane Lake.

Teays Valley
West Virginia which includes tranquil scenes and mountains

Downtown Charleston

If you're spending some time in Downtown Charleston, Charleston Town Center and Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Charleston
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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 Kanawha Landing.

Kanawha City
The excellent selection of in house gelato at caffe romeo.

South Hills

While visiting South Hills, you might make a stop by sights like Cox-Morton House and Sunrise Bird Sanctuary Museum.

South Hills
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West Side

While visiting West Side, you might make a stop by sights like Patrick Street Plaza Shopping Center and Ruffner Memorial Park.

West Side
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East End Historic District

Discover a mix of architectural styles, including Greek Revival and Victorian Queen Anne, in this national historic district. Visit the West Virginia State Capitol complex and Holly Grove Mansion for a glimpse into history.

East End Historic District
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG
2.5 out of 5
100 Civic Center Drive, Charleston, WV
Fully refundable
The price is SAR 388 per night from Jun 15 to Jun 16
SAR 388
SAR 439 total
15 Jun - 16 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,063 reviews)
"There was nothing I didn't like. I will stay there again the next time I come down"

Reviewed on 29 May 2025

Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG
Mardi Gras Casino & Resort
Mardi Gras Casino & Resort
4 out of 5
#1 Greyhound Drive, Cross Lanes, WV
The price is SAR 424 per night from Jun 9 to Jun 10
SAR 424
SAR 479 total
9 Jun - 10 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cross Lanes. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,407 reviews)
Good value and good facility.
"Very good stay in a clean and comfortable room."

Reviewed on 6 June 2025

Mardi Gras Casino & Resort
Embassy Suites Charleston
Embassy Suites Charleston
3.5 out of 5
300 Court St, Charleston, WV
The price is SAR 475 per night from Jun 22 to Jun 23
SAR 475
SAR 537 total
22 Jun - 23 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,152 reviews)
Great!
"The staff was AMAZING!"

Reviewed on 5 June 2025

Embassy Suites Charleston
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.
Luxurious cabin, 6 mi HM trails, 12 mi Charleston
Luxurious cabin, 6 mi HM trails, 12 mi Charleston
Alum Creek
Stay at this cabin in Alum Creek. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Meadowood Park and Big Bend Golf Course are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
Amazing
"Absolutely wonderful experience. Perfect little getaway. The drive to it was a little sketch. But it was still awesome."

Reviewed on 25 May 2025

Luxurious cabin, 6 mi HM trails, 12 mi Charleston
 ADULT ONLY Naughty Pines log cabin located in South Charleston, WV
ADULT ONLY Naughty Pines log cabin located in South Charleston, WV
South Charleston
Stay at this cabin in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Dunbar Village Shopping Center and Dunbar Park are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
Good time
"Very beautiful cabin and a fun place to go"

Reviewed on 1 June 2025

ADULT ONLY Naughty Pines log cabin located in South Charleston, WV
Cozy River Cottage
Cozy River Cottage
2 out of 5
Dunbar
Stay at this vacation home in Dunbar. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Dunbar Village Shopping Center and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Beautiful Rental
"We were very happy with this rental property. It was beautiful and right on the river. The atmosphere outside was so peaceful. The inside was perfect for what we needed. There were so many extra amenities that made it even more inviting. The owner was very easy to get in touch with and very pleasant ..."

Reviewed on 29 April 2025

Cozy River Cottage
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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Reviews of Charleston

3.9
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
150
5 - Excellent 22%
4 - Good
328
4 - Good 48%
3 - Okay
175
3 - Okay 26%
2 - Disappointing
25
2 - Disappointing 4%
1 - Terrible
7
1 - Terrible 1%

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

It’s not kept up. It looks like no one has taken care of anything. You feel very unsafe.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Really hard to say, though it was beautiful and our room overlooked the river. So much was closed due to the stay at home orders.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

This was just an overnight stop on the drive home. I did not do any sightseeing in Charleston.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I grew up in Charleston, it is always good to go home!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

It was an okay city. I think you have to be raised there to appreciate the area.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

The Town Center Mall is losing more stores, especially upsetting to see Macys is now gone. I visit Charleston twice a year and always shop at this mall. Its sad to see so many stores closing and no new stores taking their place.