Kiawah Island, SC

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Kiawah Island
Kiawah Island
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Where to stay in Kiawah Island

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Vanderhorst Plantation

5/5(1 area review)

While visiting Vanderhorst Plantation, you might make a stop by sights like Ocean Course and Kiawah Island Beach.

Vanderhorst Plantation
Watch the sunset from Kiawah Beachwalker Park, Kiawah Island, South Carolina. Kiawah is a golf-centered resort island with lots of palmettos, pine trees, and waterbirds. The dolphins practice "strand feeding" here, which is the act of herding the fish up on the beach along with a wave and wriggling up on the sand to retrieve them.
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West Beach

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in West Beach, The Ocean Course and Kiawah Island Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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East Beach

5/5(7 area reviews)

When in East Beach, you can plan a visit to Turtle Point Golf Course and Kiawah Island Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

East Beach
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West Beach Village

While visiting West Beach Village, you might make a stop by sights like Kiawah Island Beach and The Ocean Course.

West Beach Village
The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort

The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort

5 out of 5
1 Sanctuary Beach Drive, Kiawah Island, SC
The price is ¥102,311 per night from Sep 17 to Sep 18
¥102,311
¥115,610 total
Sep 17 - Sep 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Kiawah Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (215 reviews)
Lovely Resort
"A beautiful resort with a lot of amenities and sheer natural beauty"

Reviewed on Aug 30, 2025

The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort
Kiawah Island Golf Resort - Villas

Kiawah Island Golf Resort - Villas

4 out of 5
1 Sanctuary Beach Drive, Kiawah Island, SC
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Kiawah Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Turtle Point Golf Course and Night ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (406 reviews)
"Shout out to Ray Ray in the Atlantic Room… he was amazing!"

Reviewed on Sep 2, 2025

Kiawah Island Golf Resort - Villas
Charleston Kiawah Island/Andell Inn

Charleston Kiawah Island/Andell Inn

3.5 out of 5
300 Farm Lake View Road, Kiawah Island, SC
The price is ¥54,320 per night from Sep 17 to Sep 18
¥54,320
¥63,960 total
Sep 17 - Sep 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in Kiawah Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (507 reviews)
"The property is clean, quiet and has a wrap around porch. Love the outdoor pool. It is very close to shopping."

Reviewed on Sep 5, 2025

Charleston Kiawah Island/Andell Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Refurbished Villa with Private Wooded Views, Tennis & Nearby Beach Access

Refurbished Villa with Private Wooded Views, Tennis & Nearby Beach Access

Kiawah Island
Stay at this condo in Kiawah Island. Enjoy laundry facilities, tennis courts, and patios. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (61 reviews)
Nice Stay in Kiawah!
"This updated villa was perfect for a short stay in Kiawah. Great location within a 2 minute walk to the beach and you can listen to the ocean when relaxing on the screened porch. Perfect size for 2 adults."

Reviewed on Apr 30, 2025

Refurbished Villa with Private Wooded Views, Tennis & Nearby Beach Access
1 Bedroom Villa with private screened in porch and short  walk to the beach!

1 Bedroom Villa with private screened in porch and short walk to the beach!

Kiawah Island
Stay at this villa in Kiawah Island. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Turtle Point Golf Course and Night ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (128 reviews)
"The villa was quite nicely cleaned and decorated! The owner was attentive during our stay and was available to help us get the tv streaming cable. I truly appreciated her prompt responsiveness. Conveniently located adjacent to the tennis courts and walkable to the beach, I would absolutely stay here ..."

Reviewed on Sep 2, 2025

1 Bedroom Villa with private screened in porch and short walk to the beach!
Short Stroll to Beach!  Exquisitely Renovated Home w/ Pool & Hot Tub, Spacious Deck & Lagoon Views!

Short Stroll to Beach! Exquisitely Renovated Home w/ Pool & Hot Tub, Spacious Deck & Lagoon Views!

Kiawah Island
Stay at this vacation home in Kiawah Island. Enjoy private pools, laundry facilities, and tennis courts. Popular attractions Night Heron Park and Kiawah Island ...
10/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
"Absolutely gorgeous house with the most beautiful enchanted setting. Easy to get to the beach and wonderful bike paths. One minor complaint is that they were not upfront about the extra charge for heating the pool and the hot tub. That said it was not necessary for our visit. Otherwise, they are ..."

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

Short Stroll to Beach! Exquisitely Renovated Home w/ Pool & Hot Tub, Spacious Deck & Lagoon Views!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Kiawah Island

4.7
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 78%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 16%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 4%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Perfect getaway for people who want relaxation.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Loved walking on the many trails and beach!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Had brunch at The Sanctuary Hotel. Just the drive there was amazing with golf courses, big oak trees, Spanish moss and palms. The Sanctuary Hotel was a stunning experience I'l never forget. The brunch at Jasmine Porch was unbelievable delicious.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Beautiful location

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Despite the continued growth on the island, it still maintains impeccable plantings, golf courses, and bike trails. It is South Carolina's finest vacation spot.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Fabulous beach/resort paradise!!

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