The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort
5.0 star property

Luxury resort on the beach, with 2 outdoor swimming pools

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The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort

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Children's play area - outdoor
Golf
Room, Garden View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine
Lobby sitting area

Overview of The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort

9.6

Exceptional

Highlights
  • Cleanliness is scored top 10% in Kiawah Island by travelers.
  • Offers free parking. Only 5% of properties have this in Kiawah Island.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Parking available

Check out the area

1 Sanctuary Beach Drive, Kiawah Island, SC, 29455
  • Popular LocationThe Sanctuary at Kiawah Island1 min walk
  • Popular LocationThe Lobby Bar6 min walk
  • Popular LocationJasmine Porch6 min walk
  • Popular LocationThe Ocean Room6 min walk
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Room options

Suite, Oceanfront

cleanliness

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 1240 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Club Room, Ocean View

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Room, Ocean View

cleanliness

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Suite, Ocean View

cleanliness

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 1100 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Club Room, Garden View

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Club Room, Oceanfront

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Room, Garden View

cleanliness

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Oceanfront King Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Dunes View

cleanliness

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Kiawah Island

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 The Ocean 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. Cougar Point Golf Course and Osprey Point Golf Course are two other places to visit that come recommended.

What's nearby

  • Kiawah Island Beach - 2 min walk
  • Turtle Point Golf Course - 16 min walk
  • Night Heron Park - 16 min walk
  • The Ocean Course - 6 min drive
  • Osprey Point Golf Course - 15 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island - 1 min walk
  • The Salty Dog Cafe - 14 min drive
  • The Ocean Room - 6 min walk
  • King Street Grille - 14 min drive
  • Jasmine Porch - 6 min walk

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 The Ocean Course, The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort provides 18 holes of golf, 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 manicure/pedicure, a massage, or a facial at The Sanctuary Spa, the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 3 onsite restaurants, which feature Regional cuisine and ocean views. 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, 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, an area shuttle, and supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • 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.

Languages

English

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
  • 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–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 holes of golf
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's club
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • 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
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • 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
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open select days
  • Spa tub
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

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

Outdoor space

  • Furnished balcony

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

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

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

Property is 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 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 Mar 29, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort on Mar 31, 2024 start from $715.0, excluding 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 at The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort?

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 1 mi (2 km) of Kiawah Island Beach and Turtle Point Golf Course. The Ocean Course and Cougar Point Golf Course are also within 3 mi (5 km).

The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 166 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 166 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 166 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 166 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 166 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony, Alexandria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

timothy

Excellent property and workers are extremely polite and nice! Would go back every year!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Sanctuary is a beautiful resort. It is really upscale. The rooms and facilities are wonderful. The staff is very nice and attentive. It is a great place for golfers, tennis players or anyone that wants a relaxing place. We had a fabulous time!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful design of very comfortable and upscale resort that is integrated into very natural surroundings.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very aesthetically pleasing! Great service. Peaceful environment.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Arnold

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It truly is a sanctuary.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

James, Lenoir

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jonathan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
It's a Monday in the middle of February. What could go wrong? Everything. Look the indidivual staff people are nice. But the concierge "desk' never answers the phone. They never made our dinner reservation. But worst of all, the "Ocean" view is in this dingy corner and you'd need the neck of a giraffe to see the water. They say they have no room to move me--even though I could roll a bowling ball down this place, it's so empty. Bottom line; they just don't want to make people happy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bart, Mount Pleasant

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The spa
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenya

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Outdoor Pool & Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM
Star Rating
5.0