West Side, WV
Charleston
Popular places to visit
Mardi Gras Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Mardi Gras Casino during your time 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.
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.
Charleston Town Center
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Charleston Town Center during your visit to 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.
West Side Hotel Deals
Embassy Suites Charleston
The room was clean, the flooring and trim was worn and dated. The elevators were not all working and there was a MONSOON of children and their parents that were completely out of control and too loud and disturbing to other guests. The staff was great and apologetic. After 1 am things finally quieted ...
Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG
on 2/19/26 at 5:30 ish I showed a picture of the closet door and told the front desk man that the closet door was broken and there was no hairdryer. He wrote itdown on a pink post it note.
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026
Charleston Marriott Town Center
This wasn't my favorite hotel. The room was EXTREMELY HOT. Even after setting the temperature to cool and putting it all the way down, it was still 74° the entire time. We even had an employee tell us it would be better to turn it off all together and leave the balcony door cracked. It did cool down ...
Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026
Mardi Gras Casino & Resort
The hotel and casino were very clean.
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026
Hampton Inn Charleston-Southridge
Well when I first got there parking lot was full there a wrestling tournament going on in town that weekend the lady stated that she would put me on a floor with less kids withkidskidsdidn’alltnighslamming
Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026
Wyndham Garden Cross Lanes Charleston
Room was clean, and staff was nice.
Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026
Other neighborhoods around West Side
Downtown Charleston
If you're spending some time in Downtown Charleston, Mountain Stage and Charleston Town Center are top sights worth seeing.
Grosscup Road Historic District
Some popular features of Grosscup Road Historic District include its casinos and river views. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences or Charleston Town Center are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
East End Historic District
Discover a mix of architectural styles, including Greek Revival and Victorian Queen Anne, in this national historic district. Visit the West Virginia State Capitol complex and Holly Grove Mansion for a glimpse into history.
South Hills
While visiting South Hills, you might make a stop by sights like Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve and Cox-Morton House.
Loudendale
Loudendale might not have many top sights, but Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve and Kanawha State Forest are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Tyler Mountain
While there might not be top attractions in Tyler Mountain, you can explore the larger area and discover places like North Charleston Recreation Center and Patrick Street Plaza Shopping Center.
