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

kelli

CA $128 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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 $161 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

Rick

CA $152 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

4. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston WV

7.2 km from Institute

Joshua

CA $151 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

5. Hampton Inn Charleston-Southridge

8.4 km from Institute

Kim

CA $189 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

6. Super 8 by Wyndham Dunbar/Charleston Area

3.8 km from Institute

John

CA $98 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

7. Wyndham Garden Cross Lanes Charleston

4.4 km from Institute

Melinda

CA $148 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

8. Mardi Gras Casino & Resort

5.7 km from Institute

David

CA $198 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charleston

6.8 km from Institute

Christopher

CA $214 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

10. Red Roof Inn Charleston - Dunbar

3.6 km from Institute

Nancy

CA $99 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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 $182 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

12. Holiday Inn Express Suites Charleston by IHG

7.5 km from Institute

Linda

CA $158 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

4.4 km from Institute

Michael

CA $94 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

14. Sleep Inn Charleston North

15.6 km from Institute

Joel

CA $146 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

stacey

CA $139 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

16. Hampton Inn Charleston-Downtown

11 km from Institute

Kathy

CA $188 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

17. Embassy Suites Charleston

11.9 km from Institute

Gretchen

CA $195 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

18. Suburban Studios Charleston - Civic Center

12.4 km from Institute

Roger

CA $128 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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

19. Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center

11.1 km from Institute

Cassie

CA $210 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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.

20. Four Points by Sheraton Charleston

11.8 km from Institute

RENAE

CA $185 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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Where to stay in Institute

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A street lined with trees and flowers, with cars parked along the road and a building with a sign that reads "Swiftway General Store".

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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A river with a bridge, a large building with a golden dome, and surrounding greenery.

Teays Valley

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

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A river with a bridge, a cityscape with a prominent building with a golden dome, and a sunset in the background.

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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A cityscape with a river, a bridge, and modern buildings.

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

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston WV

8/10 Good

"I was given a room with doors for an adjoining room and it was too noisy. The doors between the rooms had no threshold or weather stripping reduce sound from the room next door. Conversations were only a little muffled."

Sleep Inn Charleston North

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and either newer or recently remodeled. This layout uses the new compact style of newer hotel rooms where every inch is used, and while it is small, it's still easy to move around. At check-in, we were given a bag with two bottled waters, some chips, and a granola bar, and there were also cookies available at the counter, along with popcorn. The walk-in shower was large, and the water pressure was decent. The TV only offered cable channels with no streaming options. The bed was of medium firmness, but the pillows had very little support. The included breakfast was good, with scrambled eggs, sausage patties, potatoes, and waffles being the highlights. There were also the continental staples. The breakfast room was very small and cramped, though, meaning it was difficult to get around and be seated comfortably. This hotel is well outside the city, with only a small family-style restaurant on the grounds. However, it is right next to the highway, and its remote location makes it certainly quieter with almost no traffic."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Charleston South, WV

8/10 Good

"The facility was lovely, the room was nice. The pool was not great - one of the underwater light was loose, & ended up floating free, the no-slip strips on the steps into the pool appeared to have been pulled off & never replaced, & the ladder at the deeper end was only the handles & no steps. Otherwise, it was fine."

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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. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston WV

5. Hampton Inn Charleston-Southridge

6. Super 8 by Wyndham Dunbar/Charleston Area

7. Wyndham Garden Cross Lanes Charleston

8. Mardi Gras Casino & Resort

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charleston

10. Red Roof Inn Charleston - Dunbar

11. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Charleston West by IHG

12. Holiday Inn Express Suites Charleston by IHG

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

14. Sleep Inn Charleston North

15. Charleston Marriott Town Center

16. Hampton Inn Charleston-Downtown

17. Embassy Suites Charleston

18. Suburban Studios Charleston - Civic Center

19. Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center

20. Four Points by Sheraton Charleston

Where to stay in Institute

Downtown Charleston

Teays Valley

Kanawha City

South Hills

West Side

Top Institute Hotel Reviews

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston WV

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