Downtown Charleston Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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A large green steel bridge spanning a river with dense green trees on both sides.
A street sign for Quarrier St. and a One Way sign.

Stay near popular Downtown Charleston attractions

Charleston Town Center

7.8/5 (640 reviews)
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.
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Our pick of the best Downtown Charleston Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG

2.5 out of 5
100 Civic Center Drive Charleston WV
The price is AU$165 per night from 5 July to 6 July
AU$165
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,153 reviews)
"I felt like a bother checking in and there were cockroaches in the hallway."

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG
Embassy Suites Charleston

Embassy Suites Charleston

3.5 out of 5
300 Court St Charleston WV
The price is AU$200 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$200
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,418 reviews)
"It was pretty good. We didnt even get a chance to check out the pool or gym or anything. The elevators were having problems and parking a block down the street in a rundown parking lot that also had elevator issuesis a pain,especially if you are in a hurry. Our room in general was not in great shape. ..."

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

Embassy Suites Charleston
Charleston Marriott Town Center

Charleston Marriott Town Center

3.5 out of 5
200 Lee St E Charleston WV
The price is AU$143 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$143
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very good! (1,005 reviews)
"The property was ok… it was a dated facility that showed its wear and tear. The staff was very friendly and helped how they could. The are where the hotel is leaves little to be desired as well."

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

Charleston Marriott Town Center
Quality Inn & Suites Charleston - Civic Center

Quality Inn & Suites Charleston - Civic Center

2.5 out of 5
1010 Washington Street E Charleston WV
The price is AU$146 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$146
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
6.8/10 (1,002 reviews)
"Todo bien. Lo único el estacionamiento pequeño y muy oscuro al frente calle con vagabundos esa fue la única parte que para nosotros vimos peligrosa."

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

Quality Inn & Suites Charleston - Civic Center
Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center

Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center

3 out of 5
100 Kanawha Boulevard East Charleston WV
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$228 per night from 12 July to 13 July
AU$228
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room and comfortable beds"

Reviewed on 17 June 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center
Four Points by Sheraton Charleston

Four Points by Sheraton Charleston

3 out of 5
600 Kanawha Blvd E Charleston WV
The price is AU$205 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$205
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,002 reviews)
"Very convenient location. Easy to walk to old town restaurants and breweries."

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

Four Points by Sheraton Charleston
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Charleston

Find the best Downtown Charleston areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Teays Valley

While visiting Teays Valley, you might make a stop by sights like Teays Valley Lakes and Teays Center Plaza.

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.

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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, Patrick Street Plaza Shopping Center and Ruffner Memorial Park are top sights worth seeing.

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Ruthdale

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Ruthdale. You might consider stopping by Southridge Center while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Downtown Charleston Travel Guide

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