Downtown Charleston
Charleston
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Popular places to visit
Charleston Town Center
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Charleston Town Center during your visit to Charleston. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.
Mardi Gras Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Mardi Gras Casino during your time in Cross Lanes? Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
West Virginia State Capitol Building
Take a guided tour around West Virginia’s seat of government and marvel at its dazzling dome, which is covered in 23.5-karat gold.
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.
West Virginia State Museum
Familiarize yourself with the story of West Virginia at this nicely laid-out museum, which covers such diverse topics as coal and the Civil War.
Haddad Riverfront Park
Haddad Riverfront Park 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.
Top hotels in Downtown Charleston
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG
Friendly, curious staff, despite a significant amount of check-ins due to an event in town.
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026
Embassy Suites Charleston
The rooms are always so clean. The breakfast is so nice and those ladys keep it so clean and tidy in the eating area. And Jerry is awesome to help ya from shuttling ya to the concert and back and giving ya directions on how to get around in town.
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026
Charleston Marriott Town Center
No warm water for showers.
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center
Clean facility, pool was great for kids. Staff was friendly. Check out at noon is a huge plus. Will stay again ! Wish parking was free.
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Charleston - Civic Center
The staff is friendly and helpful. Doing business with them is a pleasure. Yes....I recommend this hotel. The price is on the lower side, and quite fair.
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Charleston
Great location in the heart of Charleston, WV. Nice view of river and cityscape. Helpful staff, nice bar. Connected to Recovery Bar & Grille as another option.
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Charleston
Grosscup Road Historic District
Some popular features of Grosscup Road Historic District include its casinos and river views. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences or Charleston Town Center are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
East End Historic District
East End Historic District is well-liked for its casinos, and you can visit sights like Laidley Field and West Virginia State Capitol Building if you have time to explore the area.
West Side
While visiting West Side, you might make a stop by sights like Ruffner Memorial Park and Patrick Street Plaza Shopping Center.
South Hills
While visiting South Hills, you might make a stop by sights like Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve and Cox-Morton House.
Loudendale
Loudendale might not have many top sights, but Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve and Kanawha State Forest are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
