Isle of Palms Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A pier extending into calm waters at sunset with a pink and blue sky.
A bridge with a distinctive cable design, spanning over a body of water, with a sunset sky in the background.
A coastal residential area with houses, a beach, and a water tower.
A wooden pier extending into the ocean with a sign prohibiting swimming or wading within 100 feet of the pier.
A paved pathway flanked by lush greenery and wooden fences.

Where to stay in Isle of Palms

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A wooden pier extending into the ocean with a sign prohibiting swimming or wading within 100 feet of the pier.

Downtown Isle of Palms

If you're spending some time in Downtown Isle of Palms, Isle of Palms County Park and Isle of Palms Beach are top sights worth seeing.

An aerial view of a coastal town with a beach, a pier, and residential buildings.

Ocean Boulevard

While visiting Ocean Boulevard, you might make a stop by sights like Isle of Palms Beach and Front Beach.

A beach with tall palm trees and a sandy shore.

Palm Boulevard

While Palm Boulevard isn't home to many top sights, Isle of Palms County Park and Windjammer (The) are some notable places to visit nearby.

A calm river reflecting tall trees and a sunset sky.

Beachwood East

While Beachwood East may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course and Front Beach.

A sunset over a body of water with birds flying and silhouettes of trees in the background.

Pelican Bay

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Pelican Bay and surrounding area, you can visit Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course and Front Beach.

The Palms Oceanfront Hotel

The Palms Oceanfront Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1126 Ocean Blvd Isle of Palms SC
Fully refundable
The price is £130 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
£130
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Isle of Palms. Enjoy a beach locale, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,064 reviews)
"Clean room"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

The Palms Oceanfront Hotel
Wild Dunes Resort – Sweetgrass Inn and Boardwalk Inn

Wild Dunes Resort – Sweetgrass Inn and Boardwalk Inn

4 out of 5
5757 Palm Boulevard Isle of Palms SC
The price is £167 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£167
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Isle of Palms. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Ammentities are great! Rooms are ok. Staff is very friendly!"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Wild Dunes Resort – Sweetgrass Inn and Boardwalk Inn
Seaside Inn Oceanfront

Seaside Inn Oceanfront

2.5 out of 5
1004 Ocean Blvd Isle of Palms SC
The price is £113 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
£113
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Isle of Palms. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,013 reviews)
"Room was clean, however was in bad need of repairs. I have never stayed in a Hotel that was in that condition. I never complain but in this case if it were going to be more than just a 2 day stay I would have said something. Overall property was very run down and obviously not maintained. Sad because ..."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Seaside Inn Oceanfront
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Wild Dunes Vacation Condos 1&2 Bedrooms

Wild Dunes Vacation Condos 1&2 Bedrooms

2 out of 5
5757 Palm Blvd. Isle of Palms SC
Stay at this condo in Isle of Palms. Popular attractions Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course and Isle of Palms Beach are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
"Easy access to everything."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Wild Dunes Vacation Condos 1&2 Bedrooms
Oceanfront 3 Bedroom Villa in Wild Dunes | Isle of Palms

Oceanfront 3 Bedroom Villa in Wild Dunes | Isle of Palms

Isle of Palms SC
Stay at this beach holiday home in Isle of Palms. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and patios. Popular attractions Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course and Isle of ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
"Excellent location, well appointed and comfortable, highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

Oceanfront 3 Bedroom Villa in Wild Dunes | Isle of Palms
Great Oceanfront, 1st Floor Condo! Pool & Fishing Pier! In the Heart of IOP! *Unit 135*

Great Oceanfront, 1st Floor Condo! Pool & Fishing Pier! In the Heart of IOP! *Unit 135*

Isle of Palms SC
Stay at this condo in Isle of Palms. Enjoy a water park, laundry facilities and balconies. Popular attractions Isle of Palms Beach and Sullivan's Island Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (72 reviews)
"Great location, kinda tight in the condo."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2026

Great Oceanfront, 1st Floor Condo! Pool & Fishing Pier! In the Heart of IOP! *Unit 135*
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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.

Stay near popular Isle of Palms attractions

A golf course with a wooden bridge over water, surrounded by greenery and a clear blue sky.

Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course

8.8/10 (89 reviews)
Enjoy a round of golf in Isle of Palms at Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage

Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage

£38
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

£41
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry

Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry

£32
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry
Charleston French Quarter or Brunch Food Tour with 7+ Tastings

Charleston French Quarter or Brunch Food Tour with 7+ Tastings

£83
per adult
Charleston French Quarter or Brunch Food Tour with 7+ Tastings
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket

Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket

£27
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
Charleston: Boone Hall Plantation Entry & Tour w/ Transport

Charleston: Boone Hall Plantation Entry & Tour w/ Transport

£59
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Boone Hall Plantation Entry & Tour w/ Transport
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