Downtown Charleston
Charleston
Visit Downtown Charleston
Popular places to visit
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Downtown Charleston
Embassy Suites Charleston
"The hotel was really nice and the staff were very friendly! They had a pretty good variety of food for breakfast. It was nice to have lots of different options and they restocked it all very quickly. The pool was heated so it was pretty hot in there and it felt like you were in a hot tub rather than ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Charleston Marriott Town Center
"Nice hotel with friendly staff. Located in downtown Charleston but not much around the actual hotel."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG
"Arrived after 11pm but clerk was very helpful. The room was clean and comfortable. USB ports are old and mostly damaged. Parts of room and bath felt like a renovation should be in the near future. Breakfast was good and filling. Thank you for service."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Charleston
"Great location, clean rooms, and incredible staff!"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center
"The room was very clean! You can tell if a room is just clean on the surface or if it feels clean all over. Was very pleasant this was my second visit. Look forward to my next trip! Bryan from ky"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Charleston - Civic Center
"It could be a really nice place to stay while visiting Charleston. However, there is a huge problem with the management. No one seemed to care about the quality of service- there was no coffee at breakfast, no bottled water, no utensils to eat what little was offered! The coffee filter in the room ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Charleston
Teays Valley
While visiting Teays Valley, you might make a stop by sights like Teays Valley Lakes and Scott Junction 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 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.
Loudendale
Though Loudendale may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kanawha State Forest and Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve.
