Ruthdale Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Our pick of the best Ruthdale Hotel Deals
Hampton Inn Charleston-Southridge
Safe parking lot
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Charleston Marriott Town Center
Friendly staff, clean room.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites Charleston
The staff was so welcoming and great. We loved their social happy hour that was in the hotel and the breakfast was also really good. Great location we would go back!
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Mardi Gras Casino & Resort
My husband had eggs and bacon! He said it was very good. Coffee was fresh
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG
They do need to work on the breakfast
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston WV
Staff was helpful, room was clean. Only complaint was the train that went through at the worst time of night and is basically touching the property. Would stay again for price and location. Might request a forward facing room.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ruthdale
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 Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve and Kanawha State Forest.
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.
Jefferson
While there might not be top attractions in Jefferson, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mardi Gras Casino and Dunbar Village Shopping Center.
Institute
When in Institute, you can plan a visit to Mardi Gras Casino and Dunbar Village Shopping Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Tyler Mountain
When in Tyler Mountain, you can plan a visit to North Charleston Recreation Center and Jefferson Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
