Hilton Head Island is primarily known for resorts, PGA golf courses and walkable beaches with tightly packed sand. Resources and development have been closely monitored, preserving the marshes and abundance of trees, giving this low-country South Carolina destination a natural, lively feel.
About 20 miles north of Savannah and a bit south of Charleston, Hilton Head is fabulously situated on a prime east coast spot. Finding a resort that adapts to your lifestyle and traveling entourage is effortless because our list of the top ones caters to everyone from the honeymooning couple to the Brady Bunch-sized families.
Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island
Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island is right on the beach and in Shipyard Plantation, a coveted community in the area. In addition to several spots to munch within the resort, The Friday seafood buffet offers southern ocean fare done right—seafood on the lower east coast is typically golden fried with appropriate fixings such as hush puppies and grits. With a kids’ area, the pool is a standout feature with partially shaded portions. Warm aromatic footbaths, massages, other luxurious body treatments and champagne are available at the relaxing spa. The natural surroundings bring an even deeper sense of serenity, and there’s a great top-notch golf course and high-end tennis facilities at your disposal.
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Beach access
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Golf course and tennis facilities
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Pool with kids’ area
130 Shipyard Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928, USA— +1 843-842-2400
Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort
Omni hotels always come through in fulfilling one’s need for a relaxing, elegant stay. Also well known for its lavish spas, like the stunning cavernous retreat in the line’s historic Asheville location, Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort is no exception. Food-wise, the Buoy Bar has excellent crab cakes, and chef-prepared peach tarts and champagne await you in the lobby. Perfect for grown-up getaways is the adult-only, lavish pool.
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Three championship golf courses
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11 miles of lagoon trails
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Pools with adults-only and kid-friendly options
23 Ocean Ln, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928, USA— +1 843-842-8000
The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa
Lovely tropical grounds make for picturesque walks through the Westin Hilton Head Island Resort and Spa with private oceanfront access. Three modern swimming pools, a private beach area and special access to the Port Royal Golf & Racquet Club allow for plenty of exercise and recreation. Rooms offer a little more than the typical, with double vanities in the bathroom and an extra plush bed.
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Private beach area
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Access to golf and racquet club
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Oceanfront pools
Two Grasslawn Ave, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928, USA— +1 843-681-4000
Inn & Club at Harbour Town - Sea Pines Resort
The Inn & Club at Harbour Town has scored a AAA Four Diamond and Forbes four-star ranking. Rooms have more detailed aesthetic touches, like intricate wall designs and classic, homey furniture. You feel like royalty with a personal butler, valet parking, seasonal beach concierge and turn down service. Overall, it’s an intimate, partially golf-centered escape with access to great beaches.
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Personal butler and valet
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Golf course on-site
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Seasonal beach concierge
7 Lighthouse Ln, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928, USA— +1 843-363-8100
Marriott's Grande Ocean
Incredible pool areas are front and center at this Marriott Grande Ocean, with flowing shapes and crystal clear waters. Google and TripAdvisor guests highly praise the pool bar and frosty drinks and tasty snacks that are served. Somehow managing to be so immaculate they look new, rooms feature an uncluttered design with clean lines and a warm modern look.
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Three outdoor pools
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Seasonal kids camp
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Beach access
51 S Forest Beach Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928, USA— +1 843-686-7343
Marriott's Barony Beach Club
When Mermaids meet with your kids for a play date by the pool, you know it’s going to be a pretty cool vacation, There’s even a splash pad and water slide at the Marriott Barony Beach Club. While seemingly a kid’s paradise, the high end nature of the resort is supreme for adult relaxation, too. The rooms are more than what you’d expect, with elegant five star touches—the general environment of the grounds is lushly tropical with easy beach access.
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Splash pad and water slide
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Condo-style resort villas
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Bike rentals
5 Grasslawn Ave, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928, USA— +1 843-342-1608
Ocean Oak Resort by Hilton Grand Vacations
The Ocean Oak Resort by Hilton Grand Vacations boasts beachside amenities convenient to golfing. Families will love the zero entry beach-style pool with mushroom water fountains for kids a bit too small to brave the ocean waves. Numerous rooms have premium ocean views from spectacular balconies and look as if they’ve jumped right off a magazine page with luxuriously tiled bathrooms and wood-style flooring. Another handy feature is the onsite market offering basic essentials and snacks. The resort is also very close to shops and restaurants.
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Zero-entry pool
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Balconies with ocean views
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On-site market
41 S Forest Beach Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928, USA— +1 843-342-8400
Beach House Resort
A casual island feel and a curvy, winding, river-like pool are the focal pieces of the Beach House Resort island retreat. Outdoor movies and a kiddie pool add to the family appeal, and the rooms are spacious enough for small groups to spread out. On certain nights, a live band will hit the tiki hut, and it’s a great place to sip a drink and kick back. The chill vibe, yet seamless decor, create a wonderful retreat.
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Beach access
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River-like, island-themed pool
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Live music at tiki hut
1 S Forest Beach Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928, USA— +1 843-785-5126
Disney's Hilton Head Island Resort
Disney flare, along with iconic delicious food, converges in this adorable Hilton Head family getaway. Hilton Head’s Disney location is completely fitting for parents who’d rather skip the full-blown Disney experience, as the vibes here are very subtle but exciting for the kids nonetheless. The fishing lodge style is fun, and kids will love exploring the 12 miles of beaches and sliding down the water slide at the pool.
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Big Dipper pool with water slide
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12 miles of beaches
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Disney-themed activities
22 Harbourside Ln, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928, USA— +1 843-341-4100
