Isle of Palms Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A pier extending into calm waters at sunset with a pink and blue sky.
A bridge with a distinctive cable design, spanning over a body of water, with a sunset sky in the background.
A coastal residential area with houses, a beach, and a water tower.
A wooden pier extending into the ocean with a sign prohibiting swimming or wading within 100 feet of the pier.
A paved pathway flanked by lush greenery and wooden fences.

Our guide on where to stay in Isle of Palms

Find the best Isle of Palms areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A wooden pier extending into the ocean with a sign prohibiting swimming or wading within 100 feet of the pier.

Downtown Isle of Palms

If you're spending some time in Downtown Isle of Palms, Isle of Palms Beach and Front Beach are top sights worth seeing.

An aerial view of a coastal town with a beach, a pier, and residential buildings.

Ocean Boulevard

While visiting Ocean Boulevard, you might make a stop by sights like Isle of Palms Beach and Front Beach.

A beach with tall palm trees and a sandy shore.

Palm Boulevard

While Palm Boulevard isn't home to many top sights, Windjammer (The) and Isle of Palms County Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

A calm river reflecting tall trees and a sunset sky.

Beachwood East

While Beachwood East may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course and Front Beach.

A sunset over a body of water with birds flying and silhouettes of trees in the background.

Pelican Bay

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Pelican Bay and surrounding area, you can visit Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course and Front Beach.

Wild Dunes Resort – Sweetgrass Inn and Boardwalk Inn

Wild Dunes Resort – Sweetgrass Inn and Boardwalk Inn

4 out of 5
5757 Palm Boulevard Isle of Palms SC
The price is NZ$555 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
NZ$555
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Isle of Palms. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"This is the perfect place for a nice getaway! It’s tucked away nicely and easily accessible to what you may have left at home."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Wild Dunes Resort – Sweetgrass Inn and Boardwalk Inn
The Palms Oceanfront Hotel

The Palms Oceanfront Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1126 Ocean Blvd Isle of Palms SC
The price is NZ$252 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$252
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Isle of Palms. Enjoy a beach locale, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,086 reviews)
"The room was disappointing and could use some attention to maintenance and housekeeping. There was peeling paint, the toilet paper holder was broken , and the coffee that was used was not replenished daily. The shower also was not properly cleaned. The patio door was another issue- the handle fell ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

The Palms Oceanfront Hotel
Seaside Inn Oceanfront

Seaside Inn Oceanfront

2.5 out of 5
1004 Ocean Blvd Isle of Palms SC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$263 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
NZ$263
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Isle of Palms. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Unique quaint experience"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Seaside Inn Oceanfront
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Wild Dunes Vacation Condos 1&2 Bedrooms

Wild Dunes Vacation Condos 1&2 Bedrooms

2 out of 5
5757 Palm Blvd. Isle of Palms SC
Stay at this condo in Isle of Palms. Popular attractions Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course and Isle of Palms Beach are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
"Great property! Great stay! My review is not host related. The beach was a little rough. Very flat and rocky. I guess it's do to the storms. It's just not as we remembered a few years back."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Wild Dunes Vacation Condos 1&2 Bedrooms
Oceanfront 1st Floor Condo!! Community Pool & Fishing Pier! In the Heart of IOP! *Unit 117*

Oceanfront 1st Floor Condo!! Community Pool & Fishing Pier! In the Heart of IOP! *Unit 117*

Isle Of Palms SC
Stay at this beach condo in Isle of Palms. Enjoy a beach locale, a water park and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Isle of Palms Beach and Wild Dunes ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (48 reviews)
"Very convenient location and nice amenities to have pool, pier, and private beach access"

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Oceanfront 1st Floor Condo!! Community Pool & Fishing Pier! In the Heart of IOP! *Unit 117*
Wild Dunes Vacation Homes 3&4 Bedrooms

Wild Dunes Vacation Homes 3&4 Bedrooms

2 out of 5
5757 Palm Blvd. Isle of Palms SC
Stay at this holiday home in Isle of Palms. Popular attractions Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course and Isle of Palms Beach are located nearby.
6/10 (1 review)
"This house was in terrible condition, the floors had areas that were buckled and you tripped on if you were not paying attention. The house was not clean. Very dirty. Not listed well. Very overpriced for what we got. This will not be a spot we stay at in the future. Not impressed"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026

Wild Dunes Vacation Homes 3&4 Bedrooms
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Stay near popular Isle of Palms attractions

A golf course with a wooden bridge over water, surrounded by greenery and a clear blue sky.

Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course

8.8/10 (89 reviews)
Enjoy a round of golf in Isle of Palms at Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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Activities

Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage

Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage

NZ$84
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage
Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry

Charleston: Fort Sumter Access with Roundtrip Ferry

NZ$72
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Fort Sumter Access with Roundtrip Ferry
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston

Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston

NZ$84
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

NZ$90
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
Charleston: Boone Hall Plantation Entry & Tour w/ Transport

Charleston: Boone Hall Plantation Entry & Tour w/ Transport

NZ$132
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Boone Hall Plantation Entry & Tour w/ Transport
Picture 7 for Activity Charleston: 1-Hour Carriage Tour of the Historic District

Charleston: Downtown Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour

NZ$84
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Downtown Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour
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