Kiawah Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A large, sprawling tree with extensive branches and dense green foliage in a forested area.
A nighttime illuminated fountain with a pineapple-like top, surrounded by trees and a building in the background.
A beach with a sunset and clouds.
A large tree with extensive branches and dense foliage.
A beach with waves and a child in colorful swim trunks.

Our guide on where to stay in Kiawah Island

Find the best Kiawah Island areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Kiawah Island
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East Beach

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.

West Beach

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

Vanderhorst Plantation

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

West Beach Village

While West Beach Village may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kiawah Island Beach and Cougar Point Golf Course.

1 Bedroom Villa with private screened in porch and short  walk to the beach!

1 Bedroom Villa with private screened in porch and short walk to the beach!

Kiawah Island SC
Stay at this villa in Kiawah Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Turtle Point Golf Course and Night ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (157 reviews)
"The unit was clean and described appropriately. However, there was NO smoke detector nor any curtains in the main living area. When I alerted the owner well into the stay, she wrote that she was aware of these two problems, and was going to fix them AFTER OUR STAY. Too late for us."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

1 Bedroom Villa with private screened in porch and short walk to the beach!
Three Oceanfront Private Balconies with Panoramic View, Dolphins & Calm Breezes!

Three Oceanfront Private Balconies with Panoramic View, Dolphins & Calm Breezes!

Johns Island SC
Stay at this beach condo in Kiawah Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Cougar Point Golf Course and Kiawah Island ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (205 reviews)
"Beautiful views. Nicely furnished."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026

Three Oceanfront Private Balconies with Panoramic View, Dolphins & Calm Breezes!
Oceanfront Premium Villa, 2BD/2BA master suites, Pool access, Resort Privileges

Oceanfront Premium Villa, 2BD/2BA master suites, Pool access, Resort Privileges

Kiawah Island SC
Stay at this villa in Kiawah Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Kiawah Island Beach and Cougar Point Golf Course ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (81 reviews)
"Great place to relax and enjoy the beach. I had an issue with the coffee pot and let the host know- within an hour, the management company delivered a replacement. The host was very responsive."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

Oceanfront Premium Villa, 2BD/2BA master suites, Pool access, Resort Privileges
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