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A multi-story hotel with a parking lot, several vehicles, and a sign indicating it's a Marriott hotel.

A reception desk with a brown marble top and a clock above it. There is a framed picture on the wall to the left and a blue sign with text to the right.

A clean, well-lit cafe with a flat-screen TV, buffet counter, and seating area with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

1. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston WV

6.4 mi from Kanawha State Forest

Joshua

£77

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee station.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a 'Sleep Inn' sign, a welcome mat, and a framed picture on the wall.

A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a patterned carpet.

A compact kitchen with a central island, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a dishwasher.

2. Sleep Inn Charleston North

8.3 mi from Kanawha State Forest

Judy

£76

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A buffet with various food items, including omelets and cheese.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a colorful wall decoration.

A river with boats, a bridge, and buildings along the riverbank.

A modern gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and free weights.

3. Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG

Downtown Charleston, 5.1 mi from Kanawha State Forest

Mark

£84

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a reception desk, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A modern dining area with a central table surrounded by chairs, overhead lighting, and a kitchen in the background.

An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, lounge chairs, and a clock on the wall.

A hot tub area with a pool table and chairs, a wheelchair-accessible lift, and a sign with safety instructions.

4. Hampton Inn Charleston-Southridge

Ruthdale, 4.9 mi from Kanawha State Forest

Matthew

£108

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a barbecue grill, and string lights.

A hotel lobby with sofas, a coffee table, a fireplace, a TV, and a bookshelf.

A hotel room with a television, a sofa, a chair, a small table, a lamp, a bed, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance with a covered walkway and well-maintained landscaping.

5. Sonesta ES Suites Charleston

5.4 mi from Kanawha State Forest

Leah

£89

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a central bar, and a kitchen area in the background.

A spacious lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

A hotel lobby with blue sofas, green armchairs, a round wooden coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A Comfort Inn hotel with a clear entrance, stone facade, and a sign indicating a Quality Inn nearby.

6. Quality Inn Charleston South

Kanawha City, 4.6 mi from Kanawha State Forest

Christian

£68

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with sofas, and a wooden floor.

A hotel room with a large bed, a blue sofa, a wooden nightstand, and framed pictures on the wall.

7. Comfort Inn Charleston South

Kanawha City, 4.6 mi from Kanawha State Forest

Racheal

£72

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a glass-top table with a fire feature, and a brick building in the background.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a reception desk to the left.

A Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern kitchen area with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charleston

6.4 mi from Kanawha State Forest

Kelli

£102

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A courtyard with a circular fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture, a brick wall, and a building with multiple windows and a flat roof.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A pool area with chairs and a changing room.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a kitchen in the background.

9. Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center

Downtown Charleston, 5 mi from Kanawha State Forest

PATRICIA

£109

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, including sofas and chairs, and a central coffee table.

A spacious lobby with a modern chandelier, a reception desk, and a seating area with a patterned carpet.

A modern bar area with a high bar counter, multiple stools, and a large decorative vase.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of multiple floors.

10. Embassy Suites Charleston

Downtown Charleston, 5 mi from Kanawha State Forest

John

£101

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern living room with a wooden wall, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and a bookshelf.

A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a coffee station, and a television mounted on the wall.

A Country Inn & Suites by Radisson building with a modern facade, large windows, and a covered entrance.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, overhead lighting, and framed artwork on the wall.

11. Country Inn & Suites By Radisson, Dunbar - Charleston

7.5 mi from Kanawha State Forest

Janet

£66

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern bar area with a granite countertop, bar stools, and a variety of liquor bottles. There is a seating area with sofas and round tables, and large windows providing a view of the outdoors.

A modern lobby with a sofa, two chairs, a small table, and a large window offering a view of greenery outside.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a staircase in the background.

A Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, multiple floors, and a parking garage.

12. Charleston Marriott Town Center

Downtown Charleston, 5.1 mi from Kanawha State Forest

Thomas

£72

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A hotel with a prominent 'Sleep Inn' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot with several cars.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen area with various appliances, and a green wall with artwork.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a welcome mat, and framed pictures on the walls.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a sofa, and a wall with framed pictures.

13. Sleep Inn & Suites Cross Lanes - South Charleston

12.2 mi from Kanawha State Forest

Rick

£78

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A snack display with various packaged foods and a refrigerated section.

An indoor swimming pool with a lounge area, a table, and chairs.

A breakfast area with a sign stating "HAPPY BREAKFAST STARTS HERE", a magazine rack with 'Executive Weddings' magazine, and a bar area with a red sign advertising waffles.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, a lamp, and a window with a view.

14. Hampton Inn Charleston-Downtown

Downtown Charleston, 5.2 mi from Kanawha State Forest

Lindsay

£98

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent red and beige facade, multiple floors, and a large entrance area with steps leading up to the main entrance.

A lounge area with seating, a fireplace, and a framed picture on the wall.

A lobby with seating, artwork, and a staircase.

An indoor swimming pool with blue and white tiled walls, a clear blue pool, and several blue lounge chairs around the pool area.

15. Four Points by Sheraton Charleston

Downtown Charleston, 4.7 mi from Kanawha State Forest

Gustavus

£96

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

16. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Charleston West by IHG

6.4 mi from Kanawha State Forest

DEMETRICE

£98

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A reception area with a counter, seating area with patterned sofas, and a modern ceiling design.

A gym with stationary bikes, treadmills, and a weight machine.

A clean, modern dining area with green chairs and tables, a kitchen counter with food items, and artwork on the walls.

A modern multi-story hotel with a flat facade, large windows, and a ground-level entrance with a bench.

17. Suburban Studios Charleston - Civic Center

Downtown Charleston, 4.8 mi from Kanawha State Forest

Roger

£66

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with coffee machines, and a television mounted on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a lifeguard chair, and a bench.

A modern bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a trash bin.

A reception desk with a modern design, a blue geometric wall panel, and a sign indicating a hotel name.

18. Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Kanawha City by IHG

Kanawha City, 4.4 mi from Kanawha State Forest

Kyle

£82

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern reception area with a counter, seating, and a well-lit ceiling.

A modern lounge area with patterned sofas, a flat-screen TV, and a bar area with seating.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, an air conditioning unit, and a window with curtains.

A modern dining area with green chairs and tables, a kitchen counter with various appliances, and artwork on the walls.

19. Quality Inn & Suites Charleston - Civic Center

Downtown Charleston, 4.8 mi from Kanawha State Forest

Walter

£74

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A bathroom with a shower, toilet, sink, and a round mirror.

20. Red Roof Inn Charleston - Kanawha City, WV

Kanawha City, 4.6 mi from Kanawha State Forest

Tony

£44

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Kanawha State Forest

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston WV	9.0 Wonderful 1,102 reviews	View
Sleep Inn Charleston North	9.4 Exceptional 1,016 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG	8.6 Excellent 1,224 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Charleston-Southridge	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Sonesta ES Suites Charleston	9.0 Wonderful 1,009 reviews	View

Top Kanawha State Forest Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms are clean and comfortable. Great location. Not a fan of all the extra charges like $25 early check in or $10 to park when you are already for the room"

Charleston Marriott Town Center

10/10 Excellent

"Nice room"

Embassy Suites Charleston

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room"

Comfort Inn Charleston South

8/10 Good

"Good view along the river from most windows, and tucked back behind some trucking areas."

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston WV

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, very helpful and friendly front desk staff. Hotel is located within the city along the industrial section of the river so not a scenic view but the hotel is great for a road-trip overnight."

Quality Inn & Suites Charleston - Civic Center

10/10 Excellent

"H"

Holiday Inn Express Suites Charleston by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The facility was very clean and the staff was very friendly and accommodating."

Sonesta ES Suites Charleston

8/10 Good

"Room was basically clean but found trash under 1 sink in a bedroom. Breakfast has good choices. Pancake machine had problems."

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West Virginia State Capitol Building

8.8/10 (524 reviews)

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Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve

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Blackwell Field

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Walt Powell Park

After visiting Walt Powell Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Charleston. While in this walkable area, you can savour the cosy cafes.

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Kanawha Riflemens Memorial Park

After visiting Kanawha Riflemens Memorial Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Charleston. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Kanawha State Forest?

Kanawha State Forest is located in a welcoming area of Charleston known for its cosy cafes. You'll find 48 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Kanawha State Forest?

Four Points by Sheraton Charleston is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. It's located 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Kanawha State Forest. Other good choices within a few miles include Hampton Inn Charleston-Southridge and Quality Inn Charleston South.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Kanawha State Forest?

Expedia has 48 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Kanawha State Forest.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Kanawha State Forest, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near Kanawha State Forest.

What can I see and do near Kanawha State Forest?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at West Virginia State Museum and Heritage Towers. Learn about local history at Cox-Morton House and African Zion Baptist Church. You can catch a show at Mountain Stage, Children s Theatre of Charleston and Charleston Stage Company.

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Our top choices for Kanawha State Forest hotels

1. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston WV

2. Sleep Inn Charleston North

3. Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG

4. Hampton Inn Charleston-Southridge

5. Sonesta ES Suites Charleston

6. Quality Inn Charleston South

7. Comfort Inn Charleston South

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charleston

9. Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center

10. Embassy Suites Charleston

11. Country Inn & Suites By Radisson, Dunbar - Charleston

12. Charleston Marriott Town Center

13. Sleep Inn & Suites Cross Lanes - South Charleston

14. Hampton Inn Charleston-Downtown

15. Four Points by Sheraton Charleston

16. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Charleston West by IHG

17. Suburban Studios Charleston - Civic Center

18. Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Kanawha City by IHG

19. Quality Inn & Suites Charleston - Civic Center

20. Red Roof Inn Charleston - Kanawha City, WV

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Top Kanawha State Forest Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG

Charleston Marriott Town Center

Embassy Suites Charleston

Comfort Inn Charleston South

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston WV

Quality Inn & Suites Charleston - Civic Center

Holiday Inn Express Suites Charleston by IHG

Sonesta ES Suites Charleston

Other attractions near Kanawha State Forest

University of Charleston

West Virginia State Capitol Building

Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve

Blackwell Field

CAMC Memorial Hospital

Walt Powell Park

Kanawha Riflemens Memorial Park

West Virginia Culture Center

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