Pinch 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.
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 do some window-shopping at Charleston Town Center during your trip 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.
Things to do
Astonishing Scavenger Hunt: West Virginia’s Cultural Crown!
Top hotels in Pinch
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG
To start I wasn’t happy about $10 to park, just seems ridiculous! The room was ok when we walked in. Got in late so went to dinner then came back and headed to bed. Went to wash my face and there was only a trickle of hot water but it wasn’t hot. Ended up washing my face in the tub because I needed ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites Charleston
As a person who prefers the Embassy. This one is falling apart. It’s old and they charge you $5 a day for internet. They say there is free internet but it doesn’t work. They also don’t have an attached parking for free is 16$ to park next to it. Or free but you have to cross a four lane street.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Charleston Marriott Town Center
Room was dated but clean. Smoke detectors were set off by aerosol deodorant and a hair dryer. Staff were nice about it. But also acted like it’s common. We did not eat breakfast because it was expensive. Overall it was a good stay for what we needed.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Mardi Gras Casino & Resort
Great place to stay and we are going to back stay on our way home
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Sonesta ES Suites Charleston
Quiet, clean, staff friendly.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston WV
Nice place to stay
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pinch
Falling Rock
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Falling Rock and surrounding area, you can visit Clendenin Park and Playfield and Blue Creek Chapel.
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 Kanawha Landing.
Malden
Visitors highly recommend Malden for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by African Zion Baptist Church while you're in town.
East End Historic District
East End Historic District is noteworthy for its casinos, and you can plan an outing to West Virginia State Museum and West Virginia Culture Center while you're in town.
Downtown Charleston
While visiting Downtown Charleston, you might make a stop by sights like Mountain Stage and Charleston Town Center.
Rand
While Rand may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kanawha Mall Shopping Center and Kanawha Landing.
