Kiawah Island Travel Guide

Tourist 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

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 The Ocean Course and Cougar Point Golf Course.

Vanderhorst Plantation

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

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.

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 AU$1,186 per night from 21 June to 22 June
AU$1,186
21 June - 22 June
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 AU$648 per night from 28 June to 29 June
AU$648
28 June - 29 June
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! (549 reviews)
"Great place to stay and relax"

Reviewed on 12 June 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 Kiawah Island Beach and Turtle Point Golf ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (445 reviews)
"This was a wonderful stay! Steps to the beach and the pool. I will be back!"

Reviewed on 10 June 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.
Renovated lagoon-view condo with screened porch & WiFi - steps from the beach

Renovated lagoon-view condo with screened porch & WiFi - steps from the beach

Kiawah Island SC
Stay at this condo in Kiawah Island. Enjoy cable/satellite TV service, an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Kiawah Island Beach ...
6/10 (2 reviews)
"At one point, the connection to TV did not work. Miraculously started working the next morning.The shower head does not work properly as it squirts water up to the ceiling and it’s causing the paint to peelThe front screen door is filthyThe communication with the host when first getting there was ..."

Reviewed on 6 June 2026

Renovated lagoon-view condo with screened porch & WiFi - steps from 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 Kiawah Island Beach and The Ocean Course ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (194 reviews)
"Great View! Comfortable beds."

Reviewed on 18 May 2026

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

Kiawah Seascape Villa

Kiawah Island SC
Stay at this villa in Kiawah Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Kiawah Island Beach and Osprey Point are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (272 reviews)
"Wonderful stay at Kiawah! We would come back to this condo again!"

Reviewed on 6 June 2026

Kiawah Seascape Villa
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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