Kanawha City Travel Guide
Charleston
Visit Kanawha City
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Kanawha City
Quality Inn Charleston South
"Property had an adequate breakfast."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Charleston WV
"So many bugs in our room and in our bed"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Comfort Inn Charleston South
"Was really disappointed. Looks great looking online. All their rooms stinks as mold smells"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Charleston South, WV
"Place is getting run down. Stained carpet, room really not in the best of shape. My room had been smoked in. Breakfast, on the other hand, we very good for a free motel breakfast and the dining room was clean."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Red Roof Inn Charleston - Kanawha City, WV
"The room was great. The outside of the property was a bit run down and the area was so-so. But, that is also practical and expected for the price point. I had a good night's sleep and got back on the road the next day without any issues, so it was a good experience."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Super 8 By Wyndham Charleston WV
"Super 8 was absolutely fantastic staff was very helpful place was clean and it was a very nice place to stay!!"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Kanawha City
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.
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.
