Kiawah Island

Travel Guide

The famous Angel Oak, located in its own park outside of Charleston, South Carolina. The tree is at least 400 years old (some claim 1,500).  A person is shown to give perspective.
Kiawah Island South Carolina sunset
the Branches of the Angel Oak Tree
Kids playing in waves on shoreline in South Carolina
Arthur Ravenel Bridge

Where to stay in Kiawah Island

The famous Angel Oak, located in its own park outside of Charleston, South Carolina. The tree is at least 400 years old

Vanderhorst Plantation

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

Vanderhorst Plantation
South Carolina Salt Marsh

West Beach

While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like The Ocean Course and Cougar Point Golf Course.

West Beach
Kiawah Island South Carolina sunset

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
wide sunset beach view

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 HK$5,799 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
HK$5,799
HK$6,553 total
1 Jun - 2 Jun
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! (243 reviews)
"Hotel peaked years ago. Staff is very arrogant - had reserved a king bed months and months ago and they didnt have any . Constant weddings and such loud music from the weddings late into the night. Food overpriced. Not worth the high price tag . Do airbnb or Verbo. This is a pass"

Reviewed on 11 May 2026

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 HK$3,048 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
HK$3,048
HK$3,582 total
28 Jun - 29 Jun
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (548 reviews)
"Excellent hotel, good location. Rooms are spacious. Staff is helpful. Would 100% recommend"

Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Charleston Kiawah Island/Andell Inn
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! (444 reviews)
"Resort in its whole is just excellent! Our Villa was 2 bedroom 2 Bath beautiful decorated and in perfect location."

Reviewed on 19 May 2026

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.
Luxury Oceanfront Penthouse Escape for Couples & Friends

Luxury Oceanfront Penthouse Escape for Couples & Friends

Kiawah Island SC
Stay at this beach villa in Kiawah Island. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities and tennis courts. Popular attractions Kiawah Island Beach and Night Heron ...
10/10 Exceptional! (88 reviews)
"The villa is excellent in every way. It is on the ocean on the top floor of a well-located quiet building so the balcony and upstairs bedroom have panoramic views. It was nice being so close to the Night Heron complex. Everything that you could possibly need is provided, although you have to pay ..."

Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Luxury Oceanfront Penthouse Escape for Couples & Friends
Tranquil villa just steps from the beach!

Tranquil villa just steps from the beach!

Kiawah Island SC
Stay at this villa in Kiawah Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Night Heron Park and Turtle Point Golf Course are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (168 reviews)
"The villa was beautiful and clean and cosey and so close to the beach I could hear it. I will definately stay here again. Loved sitting on the covered balcony after a day at the beach and looking down to see deers grazing out front. We visit Kiawah every few years and meet up with family......and ..."

Reviewed on 25 May 2026

Tranquil villa just steps from the beach!
Cabin in the maritime forest with pool and golf on-site - walk to the beach

Cabin in the maritime forest with pool and golf on-site - walk to the beach

Kiawah Island SC
Stay at this cabin in Kiawah Island. Enjoy private pools, cable/satellite TV service and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Cougar Point Golf Course ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (19 reviews)
"Property appeared clean, but could use a deep clean. Understandably difficult in the spring,but porches Would prefer a trashcan with a lid and not exposed in the main kitchen area. The door handle of the laundry room needs to be replaced."

Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Cabin in the maritime forest with pool and golf on-site - walk to the 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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