The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort
Hotel · Kiawah Island ·
Seaside resort with 12 restaurants, 4 pools & beach access
Seaside resort with 12 restaurants, 4 pools & beach access
"For a luxe oceanfront stay on Kiawah, the Sanctuary Hotel at Kiawah Island is highly rated by readers and pairs beachfront access with resort amenities and sporting facilities." - Caitlin Morton
"A dramatic, seaside hotel reached by a beautifully landscaped winding road; the soaring central lobby frames ocean views while dual sweeping staircases and two-story murals by Karen Larson Turner infuse Lowcountry character. Built in 2004 with state-of-the-art hurricane-resistant construction, the design balances modern solidity with old-school warmth—think floral drapes, mahogany beds, and soft yellow hues—while smiling bellhops and classic hospitality complete the arrival experience." - Jessica Sulima
"A 21-mile drive from Charleston leads to a grand porticoed seaside hotel where soaring lobbies frame ocean views, state-of-the-art hurricane-resistant construction meets warm traditional finishes (floral drapes, mahogany beds), and ornate two-story murals and sweeping staircases set an elegant coastal tone." - CNT Editors
"A family-friendly luxury hotel offering a beach concierge service to set up lounge chairs and umbrellas for a day on the sand—recommended as a comfortable place to stay near Charleston." - Jill Krasny Jill Krasny Jill Krasny is a journalist based in New York. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, Esquire, The Financial Times, and Travel + Leisure. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"Kiawah Island is a 21-mile drive southwest of downtown Charleston, yet it feels worlds away. Drive through rural John’s Island, beneath tunnels of gnarled live oaks, across the marsh, pausing briefly at the island’s gatehouse, then continue along four more miles of winding road to reach The Sanctuary. Bellhops dressed in classic knickers and argyle socks sprint to help with your luggage, their sunshiny dispositions adding to the sensation that you’ve landed somewhere special. Design-wise, The Sanctuary straddles modern and traditional. On the one hand, you’ve got state-of-the-art construction built in 2004 to withstand the occasional hurricane (thick walls, solid windows, no ambient noise). On the other hand, old-school design touches give the hotel warmth and softness: floral drapes, mahogany bed frames, Victorian picture hangers, and soft yellow hues. —Allston McCrady"