Institute
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.
Top hotels in Institute
Embassy Suites Charleston
Enjoyable stay.
Reviewed on Feb 27, 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
Wonderful. Magnificent bed. Spotless
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026
Mardi Gras Casino & Resort
The hotel and casino were very clean.
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026
Hampton Inn Charleston-Southridge
The room was very clean, well furnished with comfortable beds. Staff was friendly and helpful. Breakfast was better than most hotel free breakfasts!
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026
Wyndham Garden Cross Lanes Charleston
Room was excellent
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Institute
Jefferson
Jefferson might not have many top sights, but Mardi Gras Casino and Memorial Ice Arena 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 Memorial Ice Arena and Riverwalk Plaza Shopping Center.
Ruthdale
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Ruthdale. You might consider a stop by Southridge Center while you're exploring the neighborhood.
West Side
While visiting West Side, you might make a stop by sights like Patrick Street Plaza Shopping Center and Ruffner Memorial Park.
South Hills
While visiting South Hills, you might make a stop by sights like Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve and Cox-Morton House.
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.
