Nestled along Kiawah Island’s stunning coastline, this swanky hotel offers luxurious digs, gourmet dining, and endless activities, making it a family favorite.
1 Sanctuary Beach Dr, Kiawah Island, SC 29455 Get directions
"This South Carolina resort boasts 22 tennis courts at the Roy Barth Tennis Center, offering tennis packages and instruction programs."
"A laid-back beach resort near Charleston, South Carolina, offering luxurious accommodations, golf courses, and family-friendly activities." - Elizabeth Rhodes Elizabeth Rhodes Elizabeth Rhodes is a special projects editor at Travel + Leisure, covering everything from luxury hotels to theme parks to must-pack travel products. Originally from South Carolina,
"Kiawah offers plenty of experiences for Thanksgiving from the super fancy Ocean Room to a traditional buffet at the Jasmine Porch. Book early." - Erin Perkins
"Of the fanciest Kook hangouts is the Kiawah Island Golf Resort, which was a stand-in for the country club that hosted the Midsummers party in Season 1. In real life, the golf resort off the coast of Charleston draws golfers and anyone else interested in beachside activities, a tennis match, or a relaxing stay in one of its luxurious villas." - Travel + Leisure Editors
"Kiawah Island bills itself as a “stone’s throw” from historic Charleston, S.C. and if so, we'd like to meet the person who can throw that stone. Realistically, the 21-mile drive takes about 45 minutes. The leisurely drive through a tunnel of oaks takes you onto the barrier island which, although close to the mainland, feels worlds away. On your agenda: self-pampering, resort fine dining, tennis, kayaking, and world-class golf. If that sounds about right, Kiawah is well worth a day’s excursion or overnight; The Sanctuary is the only Forbes 5-Star and AAA 5-Diamond hotel in the state." - Allston McCrady
