Kiawah Island Travel Guide

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Kiawah Island
Kiawah Island
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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 £597 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
£597
29 Jul - 30 Jul
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! (210 reviews)
"Best hotel in South Carolina in my opinion. STAFF always treats me great the place is really nice and they're trying to relax this spot."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 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
The price is £354 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
£354
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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! (501 reviews)
"I liked the service provided, very friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

Charleston Kiawah Island/Andell Inn
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

Kiawah Island Golf Resort - Villas
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.
Enjoy Resort, Walk to Beach, Tennis | Kiawah Villa

Enjoy Resort, Walk to Beach, Tennis | Kiawah Villa

Kiawah Island, South Carolina
Stay at this condo in Kiawah Island. Enjoy a water park, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Turtle Point Golf Course and Night Heron Park are ...
Great stay
"The property was amazing"

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2025

Enjoy Resort, Walk to Beach, Tennis | Kiawah Villa
Luxury 4BR Home,Award Winning Enclave, Walk to Beach, Elevator, Dogs Ok,

Luxury 4BR Home,Award Winning Enclave, Walk to Beach, Elevator, Dogs Ok,

Kiawah Island, SC
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Kiawah Island. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and tennis courts. Popular attractions Turtle Point Golf Course ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (135 reviews)
"As always a lovely place to stay on Kiawah Island"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Luxury 4BR Home,Award Winning Enclave, Walk to Beach, Elevator, Dogs Ok,
Updated West Beach villa w/ fairway & lagoon views - walk to beach

Updated West Beach villa w/ fairway & lagoon views - walk to beach

Kiawah Island, SC
Stay at this golf villa in Kiawah Island. Enjoy laundry facilities, concierge services and tennis courts. Popular attractions Osprey Point and The Ocean Course ...
Kiawah stay
"Beautiful location, beautiful weather, fantastic wild life, great golf!! Beds could have used 1-2 in memory topper to help soften the hard mattresses."

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2024

Updated West Beach villa w/ fairway & lagoon views - walk to 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.

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Reviews of Kiawah Island

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Top destination
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4/5 - Good

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The beach is superb. The golf courses are very good but terribly expensive hence a bad rating for The Ocean Course. The transport system works well enough but the Convenience Store is not a quality outlet.

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