Kiawah Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Kiawah Island
Kiawah Island
Photo by Ansley Forest
Photo by Ansley Forest
Photo by Bill Tynan
Photo by Bill Tynan
Photo by KC and Brooke Dempsey
Photo by KC and Brooke Dempsey

Where to stay in Kiawah Island

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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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Vanderhorst Plantation

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

Vanderhorst Plantation
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East Beach

When in East Beach, you can plan a visit to Turtle Point Golf Course and Night Heron Park, 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
Fully refundable
The price is AU$478 per night from 11 Dec to 12 Dec
AU$478
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Kiawah Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (186 reviews)
"Very nice place…a little too expensive!"

Reviewed on 2 Nov. 2024

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 AU$594 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$594
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in Kiawah Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (479 reviews)
"The halls smelled good but room smelled like a locker room. Staff was great and room was great."

Reviewed on 15 Nov. 2024

Charleston Kiawah Island/Andell Inn
Cottage w/ On-Site Golf, Shared Pool, & Beautiful Inlet Views - Near the Beach
Cottage w/ On-Site Golf, Shared Pool, & Beautiful Inlet Views - Near the Beach
Kiawah Island
Stay at this cottage in Kiawah Island. Enjoy a garden, tennis courts, and patios. Popular attractions Cougar Point Golf Course and The Ocean Course are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (16 reviews)
Great location
"W had a great time but 56 inlet cove needed some things address but wasn’t address while we were there."

Reviewed on 26 Oct. 2024

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Cottage w/ On-Site Golf, Shared Pool, & Beautiful Inlet Views - Near the Beach
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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 condo in Kiawah Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Turtle Point Golf Course and Night ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (377 reviews)
"Nice vacation property. Quite, peaceful and opportunity to get away from daily life. No street lights. So finding one's way at night is challenging. There could be better signage on roads and property direction signage can be improved."

Reviewed on 11 Apr. 2024

Kiawah Island Golf Resort - Villas
Cottage w/ On-Site Golf, Shared Pool, & Beautiful Inlet Views - Near the Beach
Cottage w/ On-Site Golf, Shared Pool, & Beautiful Inlet Views - Near the Beach
Kiawah Island
Stay at this cottage in Kiawah Island. Enjoy a garden, tennis courts, and patios. Popular attractions Cougar Point Golf Course and The Ocean Course are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (16 reviews)
Great location
"W had a great time but 56 inlet cove needed some things address but wasn’t address while we were there."

Reviewed on 26 Oct. 2024

Cottage w/ On-Site Golf, Shared Pool, & Beautiful Inlet Views - Near the Beach
Gorgeous Fairway Oaks Villa, 100 yards from the beach
Gorgeous Fairway Oaks Villa, 100 yards from the beach
Kiawah
Stay at this villa in Kiawah Island. Enjoy tennis courts, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Osprey Point and The Ocean Course are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (144 reviews)
Golf trip
"Everything was as expected. Short walk to the beach and the hosts notes helped us find restaurants and other facilities. Golf in the area was outstanding and very expensive."

Reviewed on 21 Sep. 2024

Gorgeous Fairway Oaks Villa, 100 yards from the beach
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Popular places to visit

Kiawah Island Beach

Kiawah Island Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Kiawah Island Beach during your trip to Kiawah Island?

Kiawah Island Beach

Freshfields Village

You can enjoy retail therapy at Freshfields Village during your trip to Kiawah Island. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Freshfields Village

Night Heron Park

Explore the great outdoors at Night Heron Park, a lovely green space in Kiawah Island. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Night Heron Park

The Ocean Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Kiawah Island at The Ocean Course. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

The Ocean Course

Turtle Point Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Kiawah Island at Turtle Point Golf Course. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Turtle Point Golf Course

Osprey Point Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Kiawah Island at Osprey Point Golf Course. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Osprey Point Golf Course

Activities

Private Professional Golf Experience in Kiawah Island Golfing

Private Professional Golf Experience in Kiawah Island Golfing

AU$578
Per adult
Private Professional Golf Experience in Kiawah Island Golfing
Get Out of Town! Lighthouses, Beaches and Forts Tour! Folly to Sullivan's Island

Get Out of Town! Lighthouses, Beaches and Forts Tour! Folly to Sullivan's Island

AU$129
Per adult
Get Out of Town! Lighthouses, Beaches and Forts Tour! Folly to Sullivan's Island
Charleston Marsh Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse

Charleston Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse

AU$85
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Charleston Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse
Charleston Tea Garden

Trolley Tour in Wadmalaw Island of South Carolina

AU$26
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Trolley Tour in Wadmalaw Island of South Carolina
Folly Beach Dolphin Viewing Boat Excursion and Estuary Tour

Folly Beach Dolphin Viewing Boat Excursion and Estuary Tour

AU$79
Per adult
Folly Beach Dolphin Viewing Boat Excursion and Estuary Tour
Enjoy dolphins near your kayak!

2-Hour Guided Kayak Eco Tour in Charleston

AU$82
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
2-Hour Guided Kayak Eco Tour in Charleston
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Cities near Kiawah Island

Folly Beach showing a beach, a sunset and a bridge

Folly Beach

Johns Island

Johns Island