West Side Travel Guide
Charleston
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Patrick Street Plaza Shopping Center
During your visit to Charleston, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Patrick Street Plaza Shopping Center. Visit the area's casinos or amble around its riverfront.
Ruffner Memorial Park
Explore the great outdoors at Ruffner Memorial Park, a lovely green space in Charleston. Visit the area's casinos or amble around its riverfront.
Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center during your trip to Charleston. Visit the shops and casinos in this family-friendly area.
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.
Top hotels in West Side
Embassy Suites Charleston
Rooms need a little updating but we love this hotel
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG
Yes. Room was nice and staff was courteous
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Charleston Marriott Town Center
Great hotel clean comfortable
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Mardi Gras Casino & Resort
Clean room, construction was going on but was being handled very well.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Country Inn & Suites By Radisson, Dunbar - Charleston
Clean room, nice people & and quality amenities.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn Charleston-Southridge
Front desk service was stellar!
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around 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.
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.
East End Historic District
East End Historic District is noteworthy for its casinos, and you can plan an outing to Laidley Field and West Virginia State Capitol Building while you're in town.
South Hills
While visiting South Hills, you might make a stop by sights like Cox-Morton House and Sunrise Bird Sanctuary Museum.
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.
Tyler Mountain
When in Tyler Mountain, you can plan a visit to Patrick Street Plaza Shopping Center and Memorial Ice Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
