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The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort

Property class: 5 and above

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Located close to Turtle Point Golf Course and Kiawah Island Beach, The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort provides a golf course, a poolside bar, and a terrace. With a beachfront location, sun loungers, and beach yoga, this resort is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Indulge in a massage, a facial, and a manicure/pedicure at The Sanctuary Spa, the onsite spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and Regional cuisine. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities like ecotours. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a coffee table, and a desk. There is a balcony with a view of buildings.

Room, Dunes View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A corner with a blue dresser, a mirror, and wall sconces.

Room, Garden View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A corner with a blue dresser, a mirror, and wall sconces.

Oceanfront King Room

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Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A corner with a blue dresser, a mirror, and wall sconces.

Room, Ocean View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bathroom with a large mirror, two sinks, a bathtub, and a toilet.

Club Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A corner with a blue dresser, a mirror, and wall sconces.

Club Room, Oceanfront

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A view of a golf course with a building in the foreground and the ocean in the background.

Club Room, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room layout with a dining area, a sitting area with a sofa and chairs, a bed, a bathroom, and a kitchen.

Suite, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hallway with patterned wallpaper, a bench, framed pictures, and a console table with lamps and decorative plates.

Suite, Oceanfront

  • Ocean view
  • 1240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a balcony with curtains.

Oceanfront King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located on the beach, The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort is in East Beach, a neighborhood in Kiawah Island. Turtle Point Golf Course and Cougar Point Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kiawah Island Beach. Osprey Point Golf Course and The Ocean Course are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Kiawah Island travel guide
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1 Sanctuary Beach Drive, Kiawah Island, SC, 29455

What's nearby

  • A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a calm sea and a sunset sky.
    Kiawah Island Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A wooden pier extending over a body of water with a bird standing on the edge.
    Night Heron Park
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A golf course with a clear blue sky, green grass, and a few buildings in the distance.
    The Ocean Course
    24 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Turtle Point Golf Course
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cougar Point Golf Course
    7 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS)
    67 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Nest Market
    15 min walk
  • Jasmine Porch
    3 min walk
  • The Ocean Room
    1 min walk
  • The Lobby Bar
    1 min walk
  • The Salty Dog Cafe
    14 min drive

About this property

The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort

  • Luxury family-friendly resort near Kiawah Island Beach
  • Located close to Turtle Point Golf Course and Cougar Point Golf Course, The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort provides a golf course, a poolside bar, and a terrace. With a beachfront location, sun loungers, and beach yoga, this resort is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a massage, a facial, or a manicure/pedicure at The Sanctuary Spa, the onsite spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and Regional cuisine. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities like ecotours. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
  • Other perks at this resort include:
    • 2 outdoor pools and an indoor pool, along with cabanas, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
    • Free self parking, plus valet parking (surcharge)
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), a free area shuttle, and bike rentals
    • 15 outdoor tennis courts, supervised childcare (surcharge), and golf cart on site
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 255 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like furnished balconies and laptop-friendly workspaces.
  • More amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and deep soaking tubs
    • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Valet parking on site (USD 26 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 44 per person
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Beaches & Cream
  • Jasmine Porch
  • Loggerhead Grill
  • The Lobby Bar
  • The Ocean Room

Things to do

  • 15 outdoor tennis courts
  • 18-hole golf course
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's club
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Golf lessons
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Playground
  • Pro golf shop
  • Tennis lessons

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Free area shuttle
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open select days
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2004
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with satellite premium channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 44.00 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 26.00 per night (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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

We should mention

Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and 2 outdoor pools.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort?

As of Sep 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort on Sep 8, 2026 start from $768, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM.

What time is check-out at The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort located?

Nestled on the beach, this East Beach resort is within a 15-minute walk of Kiawah Island Beach and Turtle Point Golf Course. Cougar Point Golf Course and Osprey Point Golf Course are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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