There is no single West Virginia hotel price, because rates change with the city, the day of the week and the season. When we read the sources in October 2026, KAYAK’s West Virginia page showed statewide hotel averages of about $135 for Sunday through Thursday nights and about $197 for Friday and Saturday nights. Budget Your Trip reported an average of about $187 and a median of about $143 across 284 analyzed hotels. Treat these as dated planning benchmarks, not quotes.
How Much Do Hotels Cost in West Virginia?
The two sources measure different things. KAYAK reflects recent searches on its site, while Budget Your Trip averages a fixed sample of hotels. Their numbers will not match, so use one source consistently when you compare places.
| Benchmark | Reading (October 2026) | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Weeknight average (Sunday to Thursday) | About $135 | KAYAK |
| Weekend average (Friday and Saturday) | About $197 | KAYAK |
| All-hotel average | About $187 | Budget Your Trip |
| All-hotel median | About $143 | Budget Your Trip |
| Budget hotels average | About $89 | Budget Your Trip |
| Mid-range hotels average | About $195 | Budget Your Trip |
| Luxury hotels average | About $445 | Budget Your Trip |
KAYAK’s FAQ also quoted an average of $167 without naming a room type, and its summary tables contradict some of its own month data, so use these numbers as a rough guide. For a three-night example, three weeknights at $135 come to about $405 before taxes and optional extras. That is arithmetic on one benchmark, not a quote.
How Do West Virginia Hotel Prices Differ by City?
KAYAK’s page lists the lowest rates found for 3-star and higher hotels, not averages:
| City | Lowest listed rate (KAYAK) |
|---|---|
| Martinsburg | 3+ stars from about $62 |
| Charleston | 3+ stars from about $77 |
| Morgantown | 3 stars from about $83, 4+ stars from about $114 |
| Beckley | 3+ stars from about $85 |
| Huntington | 3 stars from about $85, 4+ stars from about $110 |
| White Sulphur Springs | 3 stars from about $99, 5+ stars from about $415 |
These are starting prices, so typical rates will be higher. The spread still shows why a statewide figure can mislead: a resort town such as White Sulphur Springs sits in a different price tier from Martinsburg or Charleston. For other lodging types, see our West Virginia motel cost guide, the resort cost guide and the Airbnb cost guide.
When Are West Virginia Hotels Cheapest?
KAYAK showed January as the cheapest month statewide at about $115 per night and October as the priciest at about $164. Monday was the cheapest weekday at about $120 and Saturday the priciest at about $181. Fall foliage, college events, ski weekends and festivals can push specific dates well above any monthly average, and the winter low does not apply evenly to ski destinations.
- Compare at least two nearby date ranges instead of assuming a whole month is cheap.
- Check Sunday through Thursday stays when your schedule is flexible.
- Search the exact destination rather than relying on a statewide average.
- Review local event calendars before choosing dates.
How Can You Save on a West Virginia Hotel?
- Search exact dates and guest counts, because occupancy limits can change the available rate.
- Shift a stay from a Friday or Saturday to a weeknight when you can.
- Compare nearby towns, but include fuel and parking in the comparison.
- Compare the same room and cancellation terms across booking sites. See booking direct versus Expedia and Hotels.com.
- Consider a refundable rate and recheck prices before the cancellation deadline.
- Check membership rates such as AAA, AARP or military, and verify eligibility and cancellation terms.
- Compare the full total, including parking, pet fees and breakfast.
What Taxes and Fees Apply to West Virginia Hotels?
The West Virginia Tax Division says lodging providers collect state sales tax (6%) and municipal sales tax where the property is in a municipality that imposes one. It exempts stays by the same individual for more than 30 consecutive days from state and municipal sales tax, although local occupancy tax may still apply.
Hotel occupancy tax is set locally. The Tax Division’s list, which it notes may not be complete, shows 6% in places such as Kanawha, Cabell, Berkeley, Monongalia and Wood counties and the cities of Charleston, Huntington and Morgantown. It shows 5% in Harpers Ferry, 4% in Webster County and 3% in Greenbrier County, and no tax listed in several other areas. The Snowshoe resort area also has a 2% resort fee.
As an example, a $135 base room in a city with 6% state sales tax and 6% occupancy tax would come to about $151.20, before any municipal sales tax, parking or other charges.
Since May 2025, the FTC fee rule generally requires short-term lodging sellers to show the total price including known mandatory fees. Government taxes and optional add-ons can still be shown separately. See our resort fees guide and the hotel occupancy tax by state guide.
Frequently Asked Questions About West Virginia Hotel Costs
How much does a hotel cost per night in West Virginia?
KAYAK showed statewide averages of about $135 for Sunday to Thursday nights and about $197 for Friday and Saturday nights in October 2026. Budget Your Trip reported an average of about $187 and a median of about $143. Actual prices depend on the city, dates and hotel class.
What is the cheapest month for West Virginia hotels?
KAYAK showed January as the cheapest month statewide at about $115 per night and October as the priciest at about $164. Ski areas and event weekends can differ from the statewide pattern.
What is the cheapest day to stay at a West Virginia hotel?
KAYAK showed Monday as the cheapest day at about $120 per night and Saturday as the priciest at about $181. Individual hotels and event dates can differ.
What taxes apply to West Virginia hotel rooms?
The West Virginia Tax Division says lodging providers collect state sales tax (6%) and municipal sales tax where it applies. Hotel occupancy tax is set locally, and its list shows rates such as 6% in Charleston, Huntington and Morgantown, 3% in Greenbrier County and none in some areas. Snowshoe also has a 2% resort fee.
Are West Virginia hotel prices cheaper than resorts or motels?
Usually, hotels cost more than motels and less than destination resorts. Budget Your Trip put budget hotels at about $89 and luxury hotels at about $445 on average, while KAYAK listed 5-star rooms in White Sulphur Springs from about $415. Compare the exact property and dates.
Bottom Line on West Virginia Hotel Costs
Start with the destination and dates, not one statewide number. KAYAK showed about $135 on weeknights and $197 on weekends, while Budget Your Trip showed an average of about $187 and a median of about $143. Compare the full total with state sales tax, local occupancy tax and any resort fee.
