West Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit West Side
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.
Activities
Astonishing Scavenger Hunt: West Virginia’s Cultural Crown!
Our pick of the best West Side Hotel Deals
Embassy Suites Charleston
"They really needs to upgrade hotel room furnitures. It looks like it has taken from salvation army."
Reviewed on 24 June 2026
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG
"AC wasn’t working right and the room had a foul odor."
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Mardi Gras Casino & Resort
"Very clean room, quiet and very convenient location would stay here again."
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
Charleston Marriott Town Center
"Didn't get my room cleaned for 5 days straight (was at least expecting new fresh towels)"
Reviewed on 24 June 2026
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston WV
"Property was very easy to find. Clean inside and out. Staff kind and courteous. King room was large and spacious. Will stay there again if travels take me that way."
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
Sonesta ES Suites Charleston
"Kitchen was dirty, carpet needed vacuumed, all furniture was stained. I do not recommend this property"
Reviewed on 24 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in West Side
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.
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.
Teays Valley
While visiting Teays Valley, you might make a stop by sights like Teays Valley Lakes and Scott Junction Plaza.
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.
