Pinch Travel Guide
Charleston
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Promise Land Bee Farm Private Tour in Charleston
Top hotels in Pinch
Embassy Suites Charleston
"The hotel did not represent an Embassy Suites. It was dirty, staff was not friendly and the rooms were very dated. The breakfast staff did not want to be there. The eggs were burnt. Worst hotel I have ever stayed in"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Charleston Marriott Town Center
"The location was great and right across from the Coliseum and perfect for our needs. The hotel is in need of updating."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Mardi Gras Casino & Resort
"Breakfast was amazing! I would never have expected to see chicken and waffles included in a hotel breakfast. The rooms were extremely nice and clean. Only complaint was no coffee pot in the room but they had plenty in the lobby."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston WV
"Very clean and convenient hotel. Excellent customer service."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Wyndham Garden Cross Lanes Charleston
"Very nice place to stay"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG
"Nice place to stay and very convenient to the coliseum and convention center"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Pinch
Downtown Charleston
While visiting Downtown Charleston, you might make a stop by sights like Charleston Town Center and Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences.
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.
