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 SAR 2,663 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
SAR 2,663
SAR 3,009 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
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! (209 reviews)
"The staff were kind and over the top helpful. The grounds were gorgeous and well maintained. Kid friendly."

Reviewed on 14 June 2025

The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort
Charleston Kiawah Island/Andell Inn
Charleston Kiawah Island/Andell Inn
3.5 out of 5
300 Farm Lake View Road, Kiawah Island, SC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 1,421 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
SAR 1,421
SAR 1,843 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
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! (496 reviews)
"Great staff, location, lobby and live music."

Reviewed on 13 June 2025

Charleston Kiawah Island/Andell Inn
Cottage w/ On-Site Golf, Shared Pool, & Beautiful Inlet Views - Near the Beach
Cottage w/ On-Site Golf, Shared Pool, & Beautiful Inlet Views - Near the Beach
Kiawah Island
Stay at this cottage in Kiawah Island. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and tennis courts. Popular attractions Cougar Point Golf Course and The Ocean Course ...
Sunlet Cottage
"The unit was a little dated but well appointed and very clean. The location is just outside the main Kiawah gate so it is easily accessible but also comes with a pass to get onto Kiawah. It is right down the street from a public beach access."

Reviewed on 4 January 2025

Cottage w/ On-Site Golf, Shared Pool, & Beautiful Inlet Views - Near the Beach
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.
Newly Renovated & Comfortably Furnished Villa w/ a 2 Min. Walk to Beach & Relaxing Screened Porch
Newly Renovated & Comfortably Furnished Villa w/ a 2 Min. Walk to Beach & Relaxing Screened Porch
Kiawah Island
Stay at this condo in Kiawah Island. Enjoy laundry facilities, balconies or patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Night Heron Park and Kiawah ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (85 reviews)
"Lovely place, beautiful devor, clean & comfortable Great location- 1 minute to beach Well equipped kitchen. Comfortable bed & living room furniture Highly recommend!!"

Reviewed on 8 June 2025

Newly Renovated & Comfortably Furnished Villa w/ a 2 Min. Walk to Beach & Relaxing Screened Porch
Second-floor villa with great lagoon views - steps from the beach
Second-floor villa with great lagoon views - steps from the beach
Kiawah Island
Stay at this villa in Kiawah Island. Enjoy laundry facilities, concierge services, and tennis courts. Popular attractions Night Heron Park and Kiawah Island ...
Nice place ..with some glaring shortcomings
"Clean..nicely decorated..convenient..met our needs..couldn’t enter property upon arrival because of no instructions for the unusual type of door lock..many electrical outlets dead..all 4 on outdoor porch..several dead in bedroom necessitating us buying an extension cord to use bedroom..no,GFI in ..."

Reviewed on 15 July 2024

Second-floor villa with great lagoon views - steps from the beach
Short Walk to Beach. Sun Soaked, Newly Renovated, Bright & Modern Villa with Lagoon Views.
Short Walk to Beach. Sun Soaked, Newly Renovated, Bright & Modern Villa with Lagoon Views.
Kiawah Island
Stay at this villa in Kiawah Island. Enjoy laundry facilities, tennis courts, and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Turtle Point Golf Course and Night ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (96 reviews)
The Blue Pearl
"We enjoyed our week at the Blue Pearl, Turtle Point villas on Kiawah Island . Clean, well appointed, quiet area. The property managers were helpful and attentive."

Reviewed on 4 June 2025

Short Walk to Beach. Sun Soaked, Newly Renovated, Bright & Modern Villa with 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%
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4 - Good 16%
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2 - Disappointing
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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!!