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The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort

5.0 star property
Luxury beachfront resort with golf course, near Kiawah Island Beach

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Children's play area - outdoor
Meeting facility
Lobby sitting area
Suite, Oceanfront | Beach/ocean view
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Located on the beachfront, The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort offers a serene getaway with golfing, poolside bars, and sun-kissed terraces. Enjoy activities like ecotours and yoga or unwind with spa treatments. With multiple restaurants serving regional cuisine and free in-room WiFi, this resort has everything you need for a relaxing retreat.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Golf course
  • On the beach
  • 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • 2 outdoor pools and indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Free area shuttle
  • 15 outdoor tennis courts
  • Health club
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sun loungers

Feel at home (6)

  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Playground on site
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
The current price is $305
$345 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19

Why we love this property

Seaside yoga getaway
This resort boasts a sandy beach with loungers, towels, and umbrellas. Beach yoga sessions and an ocean-view restaurant enhance the coastal experience.
Beachfront luxury resort
This resort creates memorable moments with its enchanting garden path to the beach. Guests can savor culinary delights at ocean-view and poolside restaurants.
Culinary paradise
This resort's 3 restaurants include ocean-view dining. A cafe and 3 bars complement the flavorsome journey. Full breakfast awaits hungry morning adventurers.

Room options

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Room, Dunes View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Deep soaking bathtub
Designer toiletries
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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Room, Garden View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Deep soaking bathtub
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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Oceanfront King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Deep soaking bathtub
Designer toiletries
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, Ocean View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Deep soaking bathtub
Designer toiletries
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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Separate tub and shower, deep soaking tub, designer toiletries

Club Room, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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Club Room, Oceanfront

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Club Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 102 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Oceanfront

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 115 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1 Sanctuary Beach Drive, Kiawah Island, SC, 29455

What's nearby

  • Kiawah Island Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Night Heron Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Turtle Point Golf Course - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • The Ocean Course - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Osprey Point Golf Course - 9 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 61 min drive
  • Free area shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ocean Room - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Salty Dog Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Mingo Point - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Fischer's Sports Pub & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Jasmine Porch - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort

At The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort, you can spend time at the beach enjoying beach umbrellas, yoga, and sun loungers. There's plenty of fun with the 2 outdoor pools and indoor pool, and guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, facials, and mani/pedis. The Ocean Room, one of 3 restaurants, offers ocean views and serves dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious resort include 3 bars/lounges, a golf course, and a poolside bar. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 255 units
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Supervised childcare*
    • Children's club*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite valet parking (USD 26.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
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Offsite

    • Free area shuttle
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Free local shuttle
  • Playground
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)

What to do

  • Golf privileges
  • On the beach
  • Tennis lessons
  • Beach yoga
  • Ecotours
  • Golf lessons

Working away

  • Business center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Golf caddy on site
  • Golf cart on site
  • Golf clubs on site
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Built in 2004
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Health club
  • Golf course on site
  • Golf driving range on site
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • An indoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf clubhouse on site
  • Golf pro shop on site
  • 15 outdoor tennis courts
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the resort's full-service spa, The Sanctuary Spa. Services include facials and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room. The spa is open select days.

Dining

The Ocean Room - Overlooking the ocean, this steakhouse serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Jasmine Porch - This restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.
Loggerhead Grill - This poolside restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Beaches & Cream - This coffee shop serves breakfast, lunch, and light fare. Open daily.
The Lobby Bar - This lobby lounge specializes in Regional cuisine and overlooks the ocean. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort is listed in the 2021 Travel + Leisure 500.
The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 44.00 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
  • Children's club access is available for an extra charge

Parking

  • Valet parking costs USD 26.00 per night with in/out privileges

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Kiawah Island Sanctuary
Sanctuary Hotel
Sanctuary Hotel Kiawah Island
Sanctuary Kiawah Island
Sanctuary Kiawah Island Resort
Sanctuary Resort
The Sanctuary At Kiawah Island
The Sanctuary At Kiawah Golf
The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Resort
The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort Resort
The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort Kiawah Island
The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort Resort Kiawah Island

Frequently asked questions

Does The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort?

Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools and an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities such as beach yoga, and practice your swing at the golf course. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort also has 3 bars, an indoor pool, and a health club, as well as spa services, a picnic area, and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort?

Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants, featuring Regional cuisine, ocean views, and poolside dining.

Does The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

Does The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony.

What's the area around The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort like?

The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort is a short 2-minute walk from Kiawah Island Beach and 16 minutes' walk from Night Heron Park.

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Reviews

The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The beach was quiet, clean, and easily accessible with great views. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely Resort

A beautiful resort with a lot of amenities and sheer natural beauty
Tracy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were kind and over the top helpful. The grounds were gorgeous and well maintained. Kid friendly.
April, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Sanctuary was a perfect family vacation!

The Sanctuary was one of the best places I have ever stayed at. It was very nice and elegant yet was not stuffy at all. We were all very comfortable on the property. The amenities were good. Lots of kids activities. The beach is quiet and clean. Service was impeccable. It will cost you though! Everything is very pricey
Danny, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Sanctuary totally over delivered on our expectations, so much so that we extended our stay. The staff was incredible, food fantastic and beach/pool wonderful.
Ivana, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful natural setting
Davor, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing getaway in luxurious surroundings! Everything you need is on property…we didn’t leave for our 48 hours there and enjoyed every minute of relaxation.
Claire, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hotel and staff are excellent. I do think the hotel room we were in felt slightly dated.
Steve, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful Resort

Beautiful property and the staff are exceptional. One note for anyone traveling without a vehicle to the property, you need to pre-arrange transportation for your departure. We didn't realize this and almost missed our flight out of Charleston.
Lori, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Sanctuary is a first class hotel. The location, (right on the beach), is beautiful. Service is outstanding and rooms are immaculate. The Sanctuary always provide a great experience and it is the only place we will stay when visiting Kiawah.
Joseph, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel offers many great services and features you do not find in other hotels. It is the type of hotel and location you will want to return to time and time again.
James, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stunning location

Exquisite property! Staff went above and beyond to exceed all expectations.
Celia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The spa
Bart, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent in every way.
Richard, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Incredibly beautiful oceanfront resort. Many, many things to do.
susan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was very nice. We stayed on the first floor which was convenient. The staff went out of their way to make sure we had an enjoyable time.
Martha, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great experience! Love everything about this property. Very clean, the pools are very well maintained and easy access to the beach. Staff everywhere very friendly and useful always ready to help out. Thank you everyone for making our visit a memorable experience.
Kent, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very aesthetically pleasing! Great service. Peaceful environment.
Jill, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Elegant setting, plenty of seating in the lobby area for reading and relaxing, spacious room with a great tub for soaking, quick access to the beach for long walks, delicious dining steps from our room. We will be back!

10/10 Exceptional

The valet staff was delightful and very welcoming ! The staff in Jasmin’s porch restaurant was terrible ! They were not attentive ! The ocean room was excellent ! I love the place ! Golfing was great too
Marianne, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

For the type of resort it was very surprising to see so many screaming little kids running in the hallways everywhere. Made it impossible to relax. Need to put rules around that for those parents that allow this behavior.
Mike, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Everything was fine but the Ocean Room served us a grossly overpriced bottle of wine, liquid potato purée that had been described by the waitress as mashed, and insultingly tiny ice cream dessert portions. The Porch had a better and more realistic wine list.

8/10 Very good

I requested a warm plate for the buffet breakfast, was told warm plates are only available when ordering off the menu!! No grab rails in ‘marble’ bathroom/shower seems dangerous, a fall risk. The pull on the ceiling fan was inaccessible without standing on a chair, again a fall risk.
Judith, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We love everything about this resort. It is the perfect place for a family of 5 such as ours with 3 young children or a short getaway for just us. They know true southern hospitality!
Heather, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best hotel in South Carolina in my opinion. STAFF always treats me great the place is really nice and they're trying to relax this spot.
woodrow, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a first class hotel, loved it.
ed, 1-night trip