Kiawah Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Kiawah Island
Kiawah Island
Photo by Ansley Forest
Photo by Ansley Forest
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Photo by Bill Tynan
Photo by KC and Brooke Dempsey
Photo by KC and Brooke Dempsey

Where to stay in Kiawah Island

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Vanderhorst Plantation

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

Vanderhorst Plantation
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West Beach

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

West Beach
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East Beach

4/5(1 area review)

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

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

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 ฿21,227 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿21,227
฿23,987 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Kiawah Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (213 reviews)
The Sanctuary was a perfect family vacation!
"The Sanctuary was one of the best places I have ever stayed at. It was very nice and elegant yet was not stuffy at all. We were all very comfortable on the property. The amenities were good. Lots of kids activities. The beach is quiet and clean. Service was impeccable. It will cost you though! Everything ..."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 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 Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Turtle Point Golf Course and Night ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (404 reviews)
"Very disappointed in the food. Actually got sick"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

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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 ฿11,634 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿11,634
฿14,980 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in Kiawah Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (506 reviews)
"Beautiful property and very comfortable stay"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Charleston Kiawah Island/Andell Inn
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Sea Crest Oceanfront Resort

Sea Crest Oceanfront Resort

3 out of 5
803 S Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Myrtle Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 indoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (4,473 reviews)
"Great place to stay but the 15 minute unloading needs to be monitored.several cars parked overnight and left no space for those checking out in the morning. I had no choice but to walk several trips to and from the parking garage"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

Sea Crest Oceanfront Resort
Crown Reef Beach Resort and Waterpark

Crown Reef Beach Resort and Waterpark

3 out of 5
Myrtle Beach, SC
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Myrtle Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,921 reviews)
"Front desk need to be more clear about housekeeping. We requested our room be clean at 8am. We were told it would be done. After housekeeping was done, our room wasn’t clean. We later find out you have to request cleaning of your room 24 hours in advance. We extended our room daily, so either way, ..."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Crown Reef Beach Resort and Waterpark
Compass Cove Resort

Compass Cove Resort

3 out of 5
2311 S. Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Myrtle Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.6/10 Good! (196 reviews)
"Many pools to choose from. Enjoyed the location. Only thing I didn’t like was the balcony was wet all the time from a hose from the air conditioner."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Compass Cove Resort
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Popular places to visit

Kiawah Island Beach

Kiawah Island Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Kiawah Island Beach during your trip to Kiawah Island?

Kiawah Island Beach

Freshfields Village

You can enjoy retail therapy at Freshfields Village during your trip to Kiawah Island. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Freshfields Village

Night Heron Park

After visiting Night Heron Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kiawah Island. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Night Heron Park

Ocean Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Kiawah Island at Ocean Course. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Ocean Course

Turtle Point Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Kiawah Island at Turtle Point Golf Course. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Turtle Point Golf Course

The Ocean Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Kiawah Island at The Ocean Course. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

The Ocean Course

Things to do

Private Professional Golf Experience in Kiawah Island Golfing

Private Professional Golf Experience in Kiawah Island Golfing

฿13,088
per adult
Private Professional Golf Experience in Kiawah Island Golfing
Folly Beach Dolphin Viewing Boat Excursion and Estuary Tour

Folly Beach Dolphin Viewing Boat Excursion and Estuary Tour

฿1,834
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Folly Beach Dolphin Viewing Boat Excursion and Estuary Tour
Charleston Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse

Charleston Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse

฿1,834
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Charleston Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse
Tea Plantation and Winery Tour in Charleston

Tea Plantation and Winery Tour in Charleston

฿4,382
per adult
Tea Plantation and Winery Tour in Charleston
Enjoy dolphins near your kayak!

2-Hour Guided Kayak Eco Tour in Charleston

฿1,769
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
2-Hour Guided Kayak Eco Tour in Charleston
Folly Beach: Sunset Dolphin Boat Tour to Morris Island

Folly Beach: Sunset Dolphin Boat Tour to Morris Island

฿1,932
per adult
Folly Beach: Sunset Dolphin Boat Tour to Morris Island
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