When is the best time to go to Institute?

The best time to go to Institute is during the spring (late April to early June) and autumn (September to October) months. These periods offer the most pleasant weather conditions for exploring the area. In spring, you'll find comfortable temperatures, typically ranging from 15°C to 25°C, making it ideal for outdoor activities and visiting local attractions without the intense heat of summer. The natural surroundings are also particularly lovely during this time, with blooming flowers and lush greenery. Autumn brings similarly mild temperatures, usually between 10°C and 20°C, and the added beauty of the changing leaves, especially in the surrounding Appalachian foothills. This season is superb for scenic drives and enjoying the local harvest festivals. While summer (July and August) can be warm and humid, with temperatures often exceeding 30°C, it's still a popular time for those who enjoy warmer weather and water-based activities on the nearby Kanawha River.

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

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

3.6 km from Institute

Melissa

CA $121 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

2. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cross Lanes by IHG

3.7 km from Institute

Dana

CA $164 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

3. Sleep Inn & Suites Cross Lanes - South Charleston

3.9 km from Institute

Linda

CA $148 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charleston

6.8 km from Institute

Joddi

CA $200 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel with a prominent sign, multiple floors, and a covered entrance.

5. Mardi Gras Casino & Resort

5.7 km from Institute

kimberly

CA $208 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

An indoor pool with clear glass walls, palm trees, and a waterfall feature.

6. Wyndham Garden Cross Lanes Charleston

4.4 km from Institute

Melinda

CA $142 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

7. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston WV

7.2 km from Institute

Richard

CA $150 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

8. Red Roof Inn Charleston - Dunbar

3.6 km from Institute

Nancy

CA $108 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

9. Hampton Inn Charleston-Southridge

8.4 km from Institute

Kim

CA $191 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a wooden dresser, and large windows with curtains.

10. Super 8 by Wyndham Dunbar/Charleston Area

3.8 km from Institute

John

CA $97 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

An outdoor patio area with white wicker furniture, a wooden fence, and a building with large windows.

11. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Charleston West by IHG

6.9 km from Institute

Amanda

CA $185 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a clock.

12. Motel 6 Cross Lanes, WV - Goff Mountain Rd

4.4 km from Institute

"It’s clean and comfortable, and the staff is nice. Also close to interstate. All rooms are first floor, and you can park right outside your door. Don’t expect anything more than a bed: ice machine did not work while I was there (Sept 24), grass not mowed (doesn’t affect room comfort), but bed and linens were clean, a/c worked, shower had good pressure and temperature, and tv worked, so I got what I needed (a bed for 8 hours)."

Michael

CA $95 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A swimming pool with a tiled floor, surrounded by chairs and tables, and large windows offering views of greenery.

13. Holiday Inn Express Suites Charleston by IHG

7.5 km from Institute

Linda

CA $147 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

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

14. Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center

11.1 km from Institute

Cassie

CA $213 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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.

15. Charleston Marriott Town Center

11.5 km from Institute

Amy Karaman

CA $140 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a large mirror, and a marble bathroom vanity.

16. Embassy Suites Charleston

11.9 km from Institute

Gretchen

CA $197 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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.

17. Four Points by Sheraton Charleston

11.8 km from Institute

RENAE

CA $177 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

18. Sonesta ES Suites Charleston

14.4 km from Institute

Rebecca

CA $168 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

19. Hampton Inn Charleston-Downtown

11 km from Institute

Kathy

CA $190 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

20. Suburban Studios Charleston - Civic Center

12.4 km from Institute

Roger

CA $129 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Where to stay in Institute

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Downtown Charleston

If you're spending some time in Downtown Charleston, Charleston Town Center and Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences are top sights worth seeing.

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Teays Valley

While visiting Teays Valley, you might make a stop by sights like Teays Valley Lakes and Hurricane Lake.

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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.

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South Hills

While visiting South Hills, you might make a stop by sights like Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve and Cox-Morton House.

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West Side

While visiting West Side, you might make a stop by sights like Patrick Street Plaza Shopping Center and Ruffner Memorial Park.

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Top Institute Hotel Reviews

Sleep Inn Charleston North

8/10 Good

"I have stayed here before. Easy on a d off the highway just north of Charlestown. Staff are pleasant. Rooms are clean. Place was recently renovated. There aren't a lot of businesses in the immediate area except a nice family restaurant that shares the parking lot. The only issue I had this time was the mattress sagged."

Sleep Inn & Suites Cross Lanes - South Charleston

8/10 Good

"The front lobby and room was very clean. The check in staff was very nice. The tissue box in the room was empty and hadn’t been replaced. The morning staff was a different story. There were no cups for the juices, the trash can was overflowing, and the front desk staff was outside smoking. There was no one checking on the breakfast area. When we left, there was no one at the front desk and there was not a note telling what to do with the keys. We walked out to the car and saw the staff outside again smoking. Very disappointed."

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

2. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cross Lanes by IHG

3. Sleep Inn & Suites Cross Lanes - South Charleston

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charleston

5. Mardi Gras Casino & Resort

6. Wyndham Garden Cross Lanes Charleston

7. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston WV

8. Red Roof Inn Charleston - Dunbar

9. Hampton Inn Charleston-Southridge

10. Super 8 by Wyndham Dunbar/Charleston Area

11. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Charleston West by IHG

12. Motel 6 Cross Lanes, WV - Goff Mountain Rd

13. Holiday Inn Express Suites Charleston by IHG

14. Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center

15. Charleston Marriott Town Center

16. Embassy Suites Charleston

17. Four Points by Sheraton Charleston

18. Sonesta ES Suites Charleston

19. Hampton Inn Charleston-Downtown

20. Suburban Studios Charleston - Civic Center

Where to stay in Institute

Downtown Charleston

Teays Valley

Kanawha City

South Hills

West Side

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Sleep Inn Charleston North

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