Title: Hilton Head Island Travel Guide: Best of Hilton Head Island, South Carolina Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Hilton Head Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Hilton-Head-Island-Hotels.d601684.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Hilton Head Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Hilton-Head-Island-Holiday-Rentals.d601684.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Hilton Head Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Hilton-Head-Island.d601684.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Hilton Head Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Hilton-Head-Island.d601684.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Hilton Head Island Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Hilton-Head-Island.d601684.Car-Hire-Guide)[Hilton Head Island Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Hilton-Head-Island.d601684.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Hilton Head Island Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Hilton Head which includes general coastal views and a beach as well as an individual female](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601684/53354168-3575-423f-9c06-583bad074964.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hilton Head which includes general coastal views and a beach as well as an individual female](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601684/53354168-3575-423f-9c06-583bad074964.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hilton Head showing a sunset, a sandy beach and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601684/ba782d10-1b37-4bf9-ba41-afea1c6b5efd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hilton Head featuring a bay or harbour, a ferry and boating](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601684/55d912ee-4eac-4407-b7ac-8cbff5d6ade2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hilton Head Island showing golf](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601684/ce92f094-c9fa-449a-9637-39f75b51982d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Hilton Head Island Where to stay Things to do #### This South Carolina barrier island attracts visitors for its laid-back atmosphere and activities, including beachcombing, golf, nature hikes and fine dining. Hilton Head, or Hilton Head Island, is a barrier island resort on the Atlantic coast of the USA. The island’s sandy beaches cover over 12 miles (19 kilometres). Many say these are among the most attractive resort beaches in the country. Sports are a big part of life in Hilton Head and there is wildlife to be seen too, including dolphins and alligators. Rent a bike and travel between the beaches and other attractions by making use of the 50 miles (80 kilometres) of bicycle trails.Golfers will appreciate the resort’s large number of courses. George Fazio Course at Palmetto Dunes Resort is a championship course open to the public. You’ll find numerous tennis clubs, as well. The Sea Pines Racquet Club at the Sea Pines Resort is managed by former U.S. Open and Wimbledon champion Stan Smith. Go to Audubon Newhall Preserve to see snowy egrets, ospreys and other birdlife. Cross over to Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge between the north shore and the mainland. While here, look for the white-tailed deer and alligators. Go horseback riding through the Sea Pines Forest Preserve, or join a bottlenose dolphin cruise from the marina. Hilton Head has an interesting cultural history, which you can explore at the Coastal Discovery Museum. This site has some of the island’s oldest buildings and a Southern red cedar tree dated from 1595\. Find work by local artists and photographers in the Greer Gallery at the Arts Centre of Coastal Carolina. Don’t miss out on a night of live music. Hear the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra at the First Presbyterian Church, or head to the Jazz Corner, a venue that has hosted well-known musicians, including Freddy Cole and the George Shearing Quintet.Locally caught seafood is a specialty of Hilton Head’s culinary scene, which includes more than 250 dining establishments. Sample traditional dishes, including shrimp gumbo and sweet creek shrimp cooked in beer. The love of food and drink is celebrated at the Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival and annual Chili Cookoff. ### Where to stay in Hilton Head Island ![Sunset at Harbour Town.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601684/3c755382-4968-41cc-a9cd-de69040cd617.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sea Pines While visiting Sea Pines, you might make a stop by sights like Atlantic Dunes by Davis Love III and Harbour Town Golf Links. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hilton-Head-Island-Sea-Pines.dx553248635976473337) ![By 1846 when he built the mausoleum, through inheritance and purchase, William Eddings Baynard of Edisto Island had become one of the island's major landowners holding multiple plantations throughout Hilton Head from Spanish Wells to Braddock Point. The Baynard family made their home in the large tabby mansion originally owned by Captain John Stoney](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601684/289f801c-999f-46a9-b750-f0fa885a57dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mid Island While visiting Mid Island, you might make a stop by sights like Adventure Cove and Shelter Cove Harbour. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hilton-Head-Island-Mid-Island.dx904314885436178432) ![Sunset at Harbour Town.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601684/3c755382-4968-41cc-a9cd-de69040cd617.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### South End If you're spending some time in South End, Sea Pines Forest Preserve and Heron Point by Pete Dye at Sea Pines Resort are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hilton-Head-Island-South-End.dx904315251726786560) ![Aerial panorama view of Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, USA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976422216/c058dc06-5b57-4a60-a7d8-b3c69affd3d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### South Forest Beach If you're spending some time in South Forest Beach, Coligny Beach and Sea Pines Forest Preserve are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hilton-Head-Island-South-Forest-Beach.dx642303044236410880) ![Walkway to the beach.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601684/0ef31897-fcfa-46e5-92a7-01f685d35ebb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### North Forest Beach If you're spending some time in North Forest Beach, Coligny Plaza and Coligny Beach are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hilton-Head-Island-North-Forest-Beach.dx553248635976471811) ![HiltonHeadIsland_OceanCourseatTheSeaPinesResort_553248621555612192_0004](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621555612192/1ae5317e-f0c1-4a64-91e6-83f817a67105.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Oceanside If you're spending some time in Oceanside, Atlantic Dunes by Davis Love III and South Beach are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hilton-Head-Oceanside.dx553248635976481879) - Top hotels in Hilton Head Island - Top Holiday Rentals in Hilton Head Island ![Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/2700/2618/220ad345_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island 130 Shipyard Drive Hilton Head Island SC £147 10 Feb - 11 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,228 reviews) Very nice. Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=2618&PinnedHotelID=2618&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=601684) ![Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14700/14690/c13a70d7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort 23 Ocean Lane Hilton Head Island SC £197 8 Feb - 9 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach resort in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews) Room was clean quiet and large. The staff was very courteous. Would stay again. Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=14690&PinnedHotelID=14690&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=601684) ![Hilton Beachfront Resort & Spa Hilton Head Island](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/590000/583400/583363/484680bc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Beachfront Resort & Spa Hilton Head Island 1 Hotel Circle Hilton Head Island SC £153 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury resort in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,413 reviews) Our room was very comfortable and clean. We had an ocean view room and it was amazing looking out at the sunrise and sunset. The desk staff were very warm and friendly and knowledgeable. The valet staff was excellent, especially Joey and Charles. Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=583363&PinnedHotelID=583363&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=601684) [See all 10,395 properties in Hilton Head Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=07%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026®ionId=601684) 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. ![Coral Sands Resorts by Palmera](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5970000/5963300/5963275/2f729558_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Coral Sands Resorts by Palmera 66 Pope Avenue Hilton Head Island SC Stay at this golf aparthotel in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (869 reviews) Favorite place to stay when in Hilton Head. Convenient to everything we enjoy. Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hilton-Head-Hotels-Coral-Sands-Resorts-By-Palmera.h5963275.Hotel-Information) ![Island Links Resort by Palmera](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5970000/5963300/5963273/4c07d999_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Island Links Resort by Palmera 1 Coggins Point Road Hilton Head Island SC Stay at this golf aparthotel in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (328 reviews) Clean room and responsive customer services. I was not able to use my included 1 hr tennis court reservation because it wasn’t clearly mention that you have to pay equipment rental fee unless you bring your own. I was bit disappointed. It was overall good experience. Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hilton-Head-Hotels-Island-Links-Resort-By-Palmera.h5963273.Hotel-Information) ![Island Escape! Pool, Elevator, Pinball, Foosball, Arcade, Nursery,Infrared Sauna](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75190000/75182600/75182529/b8e0790f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Island Escape! Pool, Elevator, Pinball, Foosball, Arcade, Nursery,Infrared Sauna Hilton Head Island SC Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a sauna. Popular attractions Coligny Beach and Robert Trent ... 10/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews) This home is top notch!! The kitchen is well equipped and modern. High end appliances and 2 full size refrigerators!!! Plus a wet bar in living room with an ice machine…each en-suite room is so comfortable and decorated in a different theme. Huge TV in living room. We loved the pool and hot tub! ... 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Wander the seaside and forests while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Coligny-Beach-Mid-Island.d6079949.Attraction) ![HiltonHeadIsland_ColignyPlaza_6134196_0004](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6134196/003b794d-c3ce-4737-b71d-9598ce11d1e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Coligny Plaza You can enjoy retail therapy at Coligny Plaza during your trip to Hilton Head Island. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Coligny-Plaza-North-Forest-Beach.d6134196.Attraction) ![Shelter Cove Marina, Hilton Head Island, Shutterstock ID 1233599833, Purchase Order: SP-1891 Wave 0, Client/Licensee: Hotels.com](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6301000/3ab68ed4-bb2d-4cb9-a349-2d30cca331bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Shelter Cove Harbour Explore the waterfront of Shelter Cove Harbour and enjoy other activities such as golfing in Hilton Head Island. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shelter-Cove-Harbour-Hilton-Head-Island.d6301000.Attraction) ![Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, USA, Sea Pines Forest Preserve](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6082725/e5259cd0-d7de-42e1-856e-fe23a46f645f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sea Pines Forest Preserve Explore the lovely green spaces of Sea Pines Forest Preserve and enjoy the golf courses in Hilton Head Island. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sea-Pines-Forest-Preserve-Hilton-Head-Island.d6082725.Attraction) ![D8H8TH Golfers on 18th Hole at exclusive Habour Town Golf Links in Hilton Head South Carolina with famous red and white lighthouse](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6082721/1b3aa96f-ef7c-4efa-8d83-9c8b0c8ca965.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Harbour Town Golf Links Enjoy a round of golf in Hilton Head Island at Harbour Town Golf Links. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Harbour-Town-Golf-Links-Sea-Pines.d6082721.Attraction) ![Drone shot of Harbour Town.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601684/88d2c561-8555-4c88-b486-68250900eebf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Harbour Town Lighthouse You can find out about the history of Hilton Head Island with a stop at Harbour Town Lighthouse. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Harbour-Town-Lighthouse-Sea-Pines.d6082735.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Hilton Head Island: Sunset Dolphin Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4545833/89589548-c11a-4f7d-bc68-f5049237b83a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hilton Head Island: Sunset Dolphin Cruise £35 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hilton-head-island-sunset-dolphin-cruise.a4545833.activity-details) ![Small Group Hilton Head Morning Dolphin and Donut Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50089996/6a72b947-6ea3-4a0c-82be-efe310485e14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Small Group - 6 PAX- Morning Dolphin and Donut Cruise £41 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/small-group-6-pax-morning-dolphin-and-donut-cruise.a50089996.activity-details) ![Tybee Tiki Boat Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48924215/fe3bff14-2944-47c7-82aa-eaea05e7e911.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tybee Tiki Boat Adventure £35 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tybee-tiki-boat-adventure.a48924215.activity-details) ![Hilton Head Island: Ocean Dolphin Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4584862/8e3f4893-e8bf-4d2a-91b5-029bf23fd993.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hilton Head Island: Ocean Dolphin Cruise £32 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hilton-head-island-ocean-dolphin-cruise.a4584862.activity-details) ![Hilton Head Island: Dolphin Watching Cruise with Donuts](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47883751/7f6cd99b-c9ae-4b18-99de-6849200ab990.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hilton Head Island: Dolphin Watching Cruise with Donuts £44 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hilton-head-island-dolphin-watching-cruise-with-donuts.a47883751.activity-details) ![Hilton Head Island: Dolphin Cruise & Nature Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44503801/d9425e2b-d780-48f0-89c7-0c489cd15ff4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hilton Head Island: Dolphin Cruise & Nature Tour £34 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hilton-head-island-dolphin-cruise-nature-tour.a44503801.activity-details) [See all activities in Hilton Head Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Hilton-Head-Island.d601684.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Other places like Hilton Head Island - Cities near Hilton Head Island - Places of interest - [Harbour Town Golf Links ](https://expedia.co.uk/Harbour-Town-Golf-Links-Sea-Pines.d6082721.Attraction) - [Harbour Town Lighthouse ](https://expedia.co.uk/Harbour-Town-Lighthouse-Sea-Pines.d6082735.Attraction) - [Atlantic Dunes by Davis Love III ](https://expedia.co.uk/Atlantic-Dunes-By-Davis-Love-III-Sea-Pines.d553248621555612192.Attraction) - [The Sandbox ](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Sandbox-South-End.d6300598.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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