Southern West Virginia Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Southern West Virginia
Downtown Charleston
While visiting Downtown Charleston, you might make a stop by sights like Mountain Stage and Charleston Town Center.
Teays Valley
While visiting Teays Valley, you might make a stop by sights like Teays Valley Lakes and Hurricane Lake.
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.
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 Mardi Gras Casino and Memorial Ice Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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 14 Feb 2026
Charleston Marriott Town Center
No warm water for showers.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites Charleston
I wish there was a jacuzzi… everything else was amazing!
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Washington Street Quarters
Great location and very clean! We really enjoyed our stay at Washington Street Quarters. We stayed in the 3-bedroom apartment & it had everything we were looking for including a Christmas Tree! We will be visiting this property again for our next trip in! Also, Pamela, our host was extremely communicative ...
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Hotel O Relax Inn Lewisburg near I-64
Travel became simple because of the hotel’s accessible location. The stay experience was comfortable and well-organized. Staff handled everything efficiently.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
The Escape
Nice rooms.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
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Popular places to visit
New River Gorge Bridge
Photograph this artfully constructed bridge, one of the longest steel single-span arch structures in the world.
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.
Mothman Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Mothman Museum in Point Pleasant. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
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.
Mountain Health Arena
Catch an event at Mountain Health Arena during your trip to Huntington. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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