Kiawah Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A large, sprawling tree with extensive branches and dense green foliage in a forested area.
A nighttime illuminated fountain with a pineapple-like top, surrounded by trees and a building in the background.
A beach with a sunset and clouds.
A beach at sunset with waves, a person, and a child.
A wooden pier extending into calm waters at sunset.

Where to stay in Kiawah Island

Find the best Kiawah Island areas for the activities you enjoy most.

East Beach

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.

West Beach

While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Kiawah Island Beach and Kiawah Beachwalker Park.

Vanderhorst Plantation

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

West Beach Village

While West Beach Village may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kiawah Island Beach and Cougar Point Golf Course.

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
Fully refundable
The price is ฿11,903 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿11,903
฿13,451 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Kiawah Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (260 reviews)
"We love Kiawah Island and the Sanctuary! It's our little paradise in the South! Sanctuary is at its finest, the room, the staff, the view, the lobby and the grand staircases! Southern charm on point!!"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

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

Kiawah Island Golf Resort - Villas

4 out of 5
1 Vacation Way Kiawah Island SC
Stay at this beach resort in Kiawah Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Turtle Point Golf Course and Night Heron ...
8.4/10 Very good! (461 reviews)
"The grounds, staff, and amenities are top notch. The villa (condo) we stayed in however was exceptionally musty and was extremely unpleasant to be in. In addition the furnishings were straight out of the 80's, but functional."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026

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 ฿13,043 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿13,043
฿15,326 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Kiawah Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
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.
Sea Crest Oceanfront Resort

Sea Crest Oceanfront Resort

3 out of 5
803 S Ocean Blvd Myrtle Beach SC
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Myrtle Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 indoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Sea Crest Oceanfront Resort
Compass Cove Resort

Compass Cove Resort

3 out of 5
2311 S. Ocean Blvd Myrtle Beach SC
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Myrtle Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8/10 Very good! (1,003 reviews)
"Always love the hotel. We got the updated room this time and thought the kitchen sink was way too small but everything else was lovely."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026

Compass Cove Resort
Dunes Village Resort

Dunes Village Resort

3.5 out of 5
5200 North Ocean Blvd Myrtle Beach SC
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Myrtle Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
Dunes Village Resort
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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