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An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, a central swimming pool, and a beach in the background.

A reception area with a wooden counter, seating area with wicker chairs, large windows, and ceiling fans.

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a fire pit, overlooking a beach.

A pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by a landscaped area with a view of the ocean.

1. Marriott's Grande Ocean

South Forest Beach, 1 km from The Sandbox

Richard

￥48,285

￥53,115 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a desk with chairs. There is a closet with hanging clothes and a window with curtains.

A reception desk with USA Today newspapers, a sign offering complimentary fruit and newspaper, and a fruit basket.

A spacious dining area with a large island, white chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a white railing.

2. Palmera Inn and Suites

South End, 2.5 km from The Sandbox

Charity

￥15,064

￥20,280 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a brick facade, multiple balconies, and a covered entrance area.

A beach with a long stretch of sand, a few buildings, and a clear sky.

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, a pool, and a view of the ocean.

A waterfront property with a prominent lighthouse, marina with boats, and a building with red awnings.

3. Courtyard by Marriott Hilton Head Island

South End, 0.2 km from The Sandbox

Jackie

￥25,177

￥27,695 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A sandy beach with tall grasses in the foreground and a clear blue sky.

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a landscaped garden and distant hills.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a wooden bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall-mounted sign.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

4. Oceanfront Hilton Head Island Condo w/ Pool!

South Forest Beach, 0.6 km from The Sandbox

Beverly

￥20,761

￥54,582 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A resort with a large pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

An aerial view of a resort with a central swimming pool, multiple buildings, and lush greenery.

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, multiple floors, and large windows.

A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a view of the ocean.

5. Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island

South End, 2.5 km from The Sandbox

Christy

￥32,557

￥43,252 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A beachside resort with thatched-roof structures, a pool, and a sandy beach.

An outdoor dining area with a thatched roof, wooden beams, and a bar counter.

A bar area with a bartender preparing drinks, tables with people dining, and a thatched roof structure.

A resort pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, with a beach and ocean view in the background.

6. Beach House Resort Hilton Head

South Forest Beach, 0.4 km from The Sandbox

Jessica

￥28,153

￥37,830 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, large windows, and a landscaped outdoor area.

A couple embracing on a balcony overlooking a forested area.

A coastal landscape with a beach, grassy dunes, and a sunset over the horizon.

A wooden boardwalk with white railings, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

7. Holiday Inn Express Hilton Head Island by IHG

South Forest Beach, 0.2 km from The Sandbox

Sherry

￥19,975

￥21,973 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern interior with two rocking chairs, a white round table, and a kitchen area in the background.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a building with balconies.

A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, outdoor parking, and a clear sky.

A modern indoor space with wooden tables and benches, a large pillar, and yellow hanging lights.

8. Spark By Hilton Hilton Head Island

South Forest Beach, 0.7 km from The Sandbox

Yatasha

￥15,347

￥16,882 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a beach view.

A bar area with wooden shelving, a large TV, and bar stools.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of a swimming pool.

A gym with treadmills, dumbbells, and weight machines.

9. Doubletree by Hilton Hilton Head Island

South Forest Beach, 0.6 km from The Sandbox

Jane

￥17,927

￥19,719 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A living room with a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, a sofa, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A bedroom with a large bed, bedside lamps, a nightstand, a dresser, and a window with a view of trees.

A dining area with a round table, green chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of greenery outside.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting, and a view of the outdoors.

10. Serene Hilton Head Island Condo w/ Community Pool!

South Forest Beach, 0.9 km from The Sandbox

￥26,738

￥66,448 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

An outdoor patio area with seating, umbrellas, and a view of a golf course.

A golf course with a lighthouse, water, and boats in the background.

A spacious lobby with a grand chandelier, a piano, and a central floral arrangement.

A hotel with a central courtyard featuring a fountain, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

11. The Inn & Club at Harbour Town

Sea Pines, 5.2 km from The Sandbox

Lisa

￥54,498

￥72,925 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A view through large windows of a landscaped garden with a circular stone feature, surrounded by potted plants.

A restaurant with a long bar, wooden flooring, and a fireplace. Tables are set with glasses and cutlery.

A large house with a covered porch, a chimney, and a driveway.

A spacious living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There are large windows with blinds, a ceiling fan, and a stone wall.

12. Montage Palmetto Bluff

13.9 km from The Sandbox

P Randall

￥117,174

￥139,792 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A two-story house with a balcony, a garage, and a driveway.

A checkered game board on a wooden table in a room with a dining area, a sofa, and potted plants.

A white building with a balcony, a staircase, and a covered entrance.

13. Desoto Beach Bed & Breakfast

17 km from The Sandbox

Joseph

￥29,042

￥34,887 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A covered outdoor area with a pool, lounge chairs, and a sofa.

An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, beach umbrellas, and a beach.

An aerial view of a resort with a large swimming pool, beach access, and a bridge connecting different areas.

A balcony with a table set for two, overlooking a beach and greenery.

14. Marriott's SurfWatch

Mid Island, 7.9 km from The Sandbox

Crista

￥67,788

￥74,568 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a covered entrance, columns, and a well-lit facade.

A marina with several boats docked, a lighthouse, and a building with a sign reading "RBC".

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, and a hallway leading to other rooms.

A modern breakfast area with a digital menu display, a variety of food options, and a clear sign for express breakfast.

15. Holiday Inn Express Bluffton at Hilton Head Area by IHG

15.5 km from The Sandbox

Scott

￥15,885

￥17,474 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A covered outdoor patio with seating, a fire pit, and a brick wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a sofa.

A spacious lobby with a large clock, seating areas, and a kitchen area.

A spacious lobby with a green sofa, red chairs, a kitchen area, and a brick wall.

16. Home2 Suites by Hilton Hilton Head

Mid Island, 4.1 km from The Sandbox

Cheryl

￥19,358

￥21,292 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

An outdoor dining area with a view of the beach, string lights, and palm trees.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with wicker furniture, and a balcony with white railings.

A bar area with a central bar, multiple stools, and overhead lighting.

17. Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort

Mid Island, 3.7 km from The Sandbox

Miriam

￥38,636

￥50,756 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel entrance with a grand staircase, a covered walkway, and a brick-paved area.

A modern kitchen with granite countertops, a dining area with a view of the beach, and a hanging light fixture.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a lamp. There is a large window with curtains, offering a view of the outdoors.

A multi-story hotel with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of a lake.

18. Marriott's Harbour Club

Harbour Town, 5.2 km from The Sandbox

CLAUDIA

￥48,914

￥53,804 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

An outdoor seating area with a brick fire pit, a sofa, and a table.

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a bar, and a digital screen displaying information.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area featuring sofas and armchairs, a bar, and a dining area.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance, outdoor seating area, and solar panels.

19. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Hilton Head Island

Mid Island, 4.1 km from The Sandbox

George

￥16,845

￥18,529 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A hotel room with a desk, chair, TV, bed, and a clock on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a refrigerator, and a clock on the wall.

A bathroom with a toilet, a shower with a glass door, and a bathtub.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a television, a chair, and a clock on the wall.

20. Simple Rewards Inn

Mid Island, 8.1 km from The Sandbox

Brandon

￥14,312

￥15,743 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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Compare popular hotels close to The Sandbox

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Marriott's Grande Ocean	9.4 Exceptional 178 reviews	View
Palmera Inn and Suites	9.0 Wonderful 1,493 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Hilton Head Island	9.0 Wonderful 830 reviews	View
Oceanfront Hilton Head Island Condo w/ Pool!	8.8 Excellent 6 reviews	View
Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island	8.8 Excellent 1,519 reviews	View

Top The Sandbox Hotel Reviews

Spark By Hilton Hilton Head Island

10/10 Excellent

"I would like to say that the bathroom should never be empty of shower gel."

Beach House Resort Hilton Head

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful location. Staff was helpful, friendly and professional"

Doubletree by Hilton Hilton Head Island

8/10 Good

"Front desk was very helpful and knowledgeable."

Hilton Beachfront Resort & Spa Hilton Head Island

8/10 Good

"Overall a good experience and would stay again. Gave it 4/5 stars due to details being over looked with service and our room that for the cost and status of the resort, I dont feel like they should be over looked. Details that, IMO, goes back to management's hiring and training of the staff. Overall loved our trip. Would come back. Appreciated the convenience of everything in on spot."

Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island

8/10 Good

"The resort was very nice. We enjoyed playing bingo and feeding the turtles. Our water in the shower was lukewarm and never got hot. I think the shuttle bus should run later at night for those who want to go out for dinner."

Holiday Inn Express Hilton Head Island by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"cleanness. friendly staff. well maintained."

Palmera Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay, great breakfast bar. Location was good, they deliver bikes to the hotel. Room was very clean and spacious, would definitely stay again!"

Coral Sands Resorts by Palmera

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was good."

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Oak Resort Hilton Head

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful property Not any complaints about anything"

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A calm waterway with a fountain, surrounded by trees and a dock with a restaurant named "Fish Casual Coast Seafood".

Coligny Plaza

9.0/10 (1,959 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Coligny Plaza during your stay in Hilton Head Island. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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Coligny Beach Park

After visiting Coligny Beach Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hilton Head Island.

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A beach with large rocks, footprints, and the sun setting over the ocean.

Coligny Beach

9.2/10 (2,649 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Coligny Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Hilton Head Island. Wander the seaside and forest while you're in the area.

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A serene lake surrounded by lush greenery and trees with Spanish moss hanging from the branches.

Sea Pines Forest Preserve

8.8/10 (830 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Sea Pines Forest Preserve and popular activities like golfing in Hilton Head Island. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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A building with a sign reading "Evelyn & Arthur" and outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.

The Village at Wexford

8.0/10 (7 reviews)

During your visit to Hilton Head Island, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at The Village at Wexford. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

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A residential area with two large houses, a golf cart, and a cyclist.

Heron Point by Pete Dye at Sea Pines Resort

7.2/10 (7 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Hilton Head Island at Heron Point by Pete Dye at Sea Pines Resort. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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Lowcountry Celebration Park

After visiting Lowcountry Celebration Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hilton Head Island.

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Shipyard Golf Course

8.6/10 (32 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Hilton Head Island at Shipyard Golf Course. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around The Sandbox?

The Sandbox is located in a family-friendly area of Hilton Head Island known for its beautiful beaches and golfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 1069 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to The Sandbox?

Adjacent to The Sandbox, Beach House Resort Hilton Head is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 bars and a restaurant. Other good choices close by include Holiday Inn Express Hilton Head Island by IHG and Coral Sands Resorts by Palmera.

How many hotels are there near The Sandbox?

Expedia has 1069 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from The Sandbox.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The Sandbox, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near The Sandbox.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near The Sandbox?

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What can I see and do near The Sandbox?

Learn about local history at Harbour Town Lighthouse and Stoney-Baynard Ruins. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Coligny Beach, Newhall Audubon Preserve, or Gregg Russell Harbour Town Playground. Palmetto Dunes Beach, South Beach, and Singleton Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay.

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Our top choices for The Sandbox hotels

1. Marriott's Grande Ocean

2. Palmera Inn and Suites

3. Courtyard by Marriott Hilton Head Island

4. Oceanfront Hilton Head Island Condo w/ Pool!

5. Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island

6. Beach House Resort Hilton Head

7. Holiday Inn Express Hilton Head Island by IHG

8. Spark By Hilton Hilton Head Island

9. Doubletree by Hilton Hilton Head Island

10. Serene Hilton Head Island Condo w/ Community Pool!

11. The Inn & Club at Harbour Town

12. Montage Palmetto Bluff

13. Desoto Beach Bed & Breakfast

14. Marriott's SurfWatch

15. Holiday Inn Express Bluffton at Hilton Head Area by IHG

16. Home2 Suites by Hilton Hilton Head

17. Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort

18. Marriott's Harbour Club

19. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Hilton Head Island

20. Simple Rewards Inn

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Top The Sandbox Hotel Reviews

Spark By Hilton Hilton Head Island

Beach House Resort Hilton Head

Doubletree by Hilton Hilton Head Island

Hilton Beachfront Resort & Spa Hilton Head Island

Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island

Holiday Inn Express Hilton Head Island by IHG

Palmera Inn and Suites

Coral Sands Resorts by Palmera

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Oak Resort Hilton Head

Other attractions near The Sandbox

Coligny Plaza

Coligny Beach Park

Coligny Beach

Sea Pines Forest Preserve

The Village at Wexford

Heron Point by Pete Dye at Sea Pines Resort

Lowcountry Celebration Park

Shipyard Golf Course

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