Downtown Charleston Travel Guide

Charleston

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Stay near popular Downtown Charleston attractions

Charleston Town Center

7.8/10 (640 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Promise Land Bee Farm Private Tour in Charleston

Promise Land Bee Farm Private Tour in Charleston

฿1,655
per adult
Promise Land Bee Farm Private Tour in Charleston
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Top hotels in Downtown Charleston

Charleston Marriott Town Center

Charleston Marriott Town Center

3.5 out of 5
200 Lee St E Charleston WV
The price is ฿2,864 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿2,864
฿3,236 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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 ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"Parking for a big truck was snug but there is a lot of parking available! Perfect for a overnight stay"

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

Charleston Marriott Town Center
Embassy Suites Charleston

Embassy Suites Charleston

3.5 out of 5
300 Court St Charleston WV
The price is ฿3,752 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿3,752
฿4,240 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
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! (1,461 reviews)
"Elevators were broke but the staff was so amazing it made up for it. They had snacks and free drinks every happy hour and free breakfast"

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Embassy Suites Charleston
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
The price is ฿2,996 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿2,996
฿3,385 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,211 reviews)
"Great place. ……………."

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG
Four Points by Sheraton Charleston

Four Points by Sheraton Charleston

3 out of 5
600 Kanawha Blvd E Charleston WV
The price is ฿3,822 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
฿3,822
฿4,319 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"Pool is deceiving from internet pictures. Very small and packed with people since they let non Guests pay to get into pool."

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Four Points by Sheraton Charleston
Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center

Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center

3 out of 5
100 Kanawha Boulevard East Charleston WV
The price is ฿4,347 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿4,347
฿4,912 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay after a concert and also the walking shower was awesome"

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center
Quality Inn & Suites Charleston - Civic Center

Quality Inn & Suites Charleston - Civic Center

2.5 out of 5
1010 Washington Street E Charleston WV
The price is ฿2,933 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿2,933
฿3,314 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Quality Inn & Suites Charleston - Civic Center
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Where to stay in Downtown Charleston

Find the best Downtown Charleston areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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 The Shops at Kanawha.

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Teays Valley

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

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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, Ruffner Memorial Park and Patrick Street Plaza Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.

Institute

When in Institute, you can plan a visit to Venture Lanes and Dunbar Village Shopping Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Downtown Charleston Travel Guide