Ruthdale 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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Promise Land Bee Farm Private Tour in Charleston
Astonishing Scavenger Hunt: West Virginia’s Cultural Crown!
Top hotels in Ruthdale
Hampton Inn Charleston-Southridge
Clean room and breakfast
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Charleston Marriott Town Center
My room was clean. I did have a heating issue but staff were quick to remedy this.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Embassy Suites Charleston
Great breakfast! Could use a bit of an upgrade for the rooms, though.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Mardi Gras Casino & Resort
Check in was great. Front desk staff was super helpful and answered the questions we had. Room was very nice. Took me a few minutes to find the switch to turn off the ambient lights behind the tv (small black switch on the wall just below the tv. ) Breakfast was very good. Excellent selection of ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG
Breakfast was the best of all the Holiday Inns we stayed in the last 4 days. Good tasting and room was clean. Give the hostess a bonus. Placed in room 100, next to lobby. Not good. Could hear late guests arriving. Also, did not appreciate the 0530 wake up call which I did not ask for.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Sonesta ES Suites Charleston
Room was clean with a nice kitchenette.
Reviewed on 5 May 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 Jefferson Park.
Institute
When in Institute, you can plan a visit to Jefferson Park and Mardi Gras Casino, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Tyler Mountain
When in Tyler Mountain, you can plan a visit to Jefferson Park and North Charleston Recreation Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
