Ruthdale 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 Ruthdale
Hampton Inn Charleston-Southridge
"Have always stayed here while in WV and it’s always been excellent. Highly recommend!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Embassy Suites Charleston
"I enjoyed both the manager's reception and the breakfast. However was dissapointed in the pool water. It was too cold to swim in."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Charleston Marriott Town Center
"Good hotel. Nice restaurant to eat."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Mardi Gras Casino & Resort
"We like the convenience to the services we need when we visit the area. Rooms are spacious and well maintained. Air conditioner was good. Bed was comfortable however I like a hard pillow, but my fault that I didn’t ask. I’m sure they would be accommodating."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston WV
"The front desk seemed to lack a n people skills, and the breakfast was not much to write home about. However, our room was very nice and was clean."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Wyndham Garden Cross Lanes Charleston
"Hallways and stairwells were terrible. Rooms were basic. Smelled bad. Shouldn’t hold the Wyndham brand"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ruthdale
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.
Grosscup Road Historic District
If you're spending time in Grosscup Road Historic District, you might enjoy its casinos and river views. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences or Charleston Town Center.
Jefferson
While there might not be top attractions in Jefferson, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mardi Gras Casino and Jefferson Park.
Institute
When in Institute, you can plan a visit to Jefferson Park and Mardi Gras Casino, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Tyler Mountain
When in Tyler Mountain, you can plan a visit to Jefferson Park and Timberland Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
