Sand Cay Beach Resort

Nestled along a sandy beach, this laid-back condo hotel offers spacious studios and suites with Gulf views, a heated pool, and easy access to restaurants and shopping.

Classic rooms with balconies on an island property with golf, a spa & 6 restaurants. Spread across 5 buildings on 440 acres, this elegant golf resort is 1.7 miles from upscale shopping at St. Armands Circle. Classic, relaxed rooms have private balconies, minibars, wet bars and kitchenettes; they offer flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi access (included in resort fee). Suites add full-size kitchens (no ovens) and separate dining spaces. With 12,000 sq ft of event space, the complex includes 45 holes of golf, 20 tennis courts, a full-service spa and a fitness center. There's a marina, an oceanside pool, a kids' club and 6 restaurants. Bike and watersport rentals are available. The daily resort fee covers parking and shuttle service.

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