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

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Where to stay in Kiawah Island

The famous Angel Oak, located in its own park outside of Charleston, South Carolina. The tree is at least 400 years old

Vanderhorst Plantation

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

Vanderhorst Plantation
South Carolina Salt Marsh

West Beach

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

West Beach
Kiawah Island South Carolina sunset

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.

East Beach
wide sunset beach view

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
The price is NZ$1,432 per night from 25 May to 26 May
NZ$1,432
25 May - 26 May
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 NZ$802 per night from 31 May to 1 June
NZ$802
31 May - 1 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! (545 reviews)
The staff was professional, always welcoming every time you passed by. The location was incredible. The food was great!

Reviewed on 17 May 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 Turtle Point Golf Course and Night Heron ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (443 reviews)
The villa was very run down, the refrigerator water dispenser didnt work, the screened in porch was dirty and full of bugs so we couldn't use it and the furniture was very tired and worn. The beds were very comfortable and clean and the bathrooms were clean. We didn't use the kitchen appliances other ...

Reviewed on 11 May 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.
Luxury Oceanfront Penthouse Escape for Couples & Friends

Luxury Oceanfront Penthouse Escape for Couples & Friends

Kiawah Island SC
Stay at this beach villa in Kiawah Island. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities and tennis courts. Popular attractions Night Heron Park and Turtle Point ...
10/10 Exceptional! (86 reviews)
Great location right on the beach, the upstairs primary bedrooom is dreamy

Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026

Luxury Oceanfront Penthouse Escape for Couples & Friends
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! (143 reviews)
Good location on Kiawah Island. It well equipped.

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

1 Bedroom Villa with private screened in porch and short walk to the beach!
Kiawah Exclusives | 2273 Shipwatch Oceanside

Kiawah Exclusives | 2273 Shipwatch Oceanside

Kiawah Island SC
Stay at this villa in Kiawah Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, cable/satellite TV service and air conditioning. Popular attractions Osprey Point and The Ocean Course ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews)
Great location and beautiful view of the ocean. Clean apartment with all the necessities. We didn't cook but easily could have if we wanted. Very relaxing and would come again.

Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Kiawah Exclusives | 2273 Shipwatch Oceanside
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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