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The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort

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Exterior
On the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
On the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
On the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

Overview of The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort

The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort

5.0 star property

9.4/10 Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
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1 Sanctuary Beach Drive, Kiawah Island, SC, 29455

Explore the area

  • Popular LocationKiawah Island Beach2 min walk
  • Popular LocationTurtle Point Golf Course16 min walk
  • Popular LocationNight Heron Park16 min walk
  • AirportCharleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)61 min drive

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About this area

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. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including basketball.
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What's nearby

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

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Salty Dog Cafe - 15 min drive
  • The Ocean Room - 6 min walk
  • The Market at Town Center - 6 min walk
  • Fuji Sushi Bar & Grill - 14 min drive
  • Jasmine Porch - 3 min walk

About this property

The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort

5-star luxury resort located in East Beach
Located close to Turtle Point Golf Course and Kiawah Island Beach, The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort provides 18 holes of golf, a poolside bar, and a terrace. This resort is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, sun loungers, and beach umbrellas. Treat yourself to a facial, a manicure/pedicure, or a massage 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 beach yoga and 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 newspapers in the lobby
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

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter
Follows industry cleaning and disinfection practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)

Social distancing

Contactless check-in and check-out
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Guest rooms kept vacant for 24 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Temperature checks available for guests
Masks available
Hand sanitizer provided
Individually-wrapped food options available for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and through room service
This information is provided by our partners.

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 22 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekends; USD 29 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.
  • Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
  • Elevator
  • In-room accessibility (select rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (select rooms)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • 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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 4:00 PM - 6:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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 29.00 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 22.00 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
Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.

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 28, 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort on Mar 29, 2023 start from $640.0, 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 is from 4:00 PM - 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).

Can I cancel my reservation for free at The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort and receive a full refund?

Yes, The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort Reviews

The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 118 reviews" "
" "10 - Excellent 81%
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 118 reviews" "
" "8 - Good 15%
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 118 reviews" "
" "6 - Okay 3%
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 118 reviews" "
" "4 - Poor 2%
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 118 reviews" "
" "2 - Terrible 0%

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.7/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely professional & helpful staff everywhere! The hotel scenery with nature & ocean and exquisite! Highly recommend if your looking to recharge in a hotel that preserves nature!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was Grand
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

harold

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is well run first class property Well worth the time and effort to get there
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Hardeeville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Sanctuary is a beautiful resort! The hotel rooms were spacious, comfortable and immaculate! The lobby bar was inviting with good service and the pianist was absolutely fantastic!! Unfortunately, the weather was terrible but we were able to find many things to keep us busy! We look forward to returning again when we can enjoy more of the outdoor activities!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Tammy

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

JEFFREY

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel, the rooms, ambiance and staff were wonderful.. the Sactuary is a great upscale resort. Will be going back in future

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location,Accommodations, great service!