The Spectator HotelvsThe Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort
Both The Sanctuary Hotel at Kiawah Island Golf Resort and The Spectator Hotel are rated highly by travel writers. Overall, The Sanctuary Hotel at Kiawah Island Golf Resort ranks marginally better than The Spectator Hotel. The Sanctuary Hotel at Kiawah Island Golf Resort has a TripExpert Score of 78 with accolades from 5 reviewers such as Gayot, Travel + Leisure and Forbes Travel Guide.
The Spectator Hotel
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67 State Street, corner of State and Linguard, Charleston, SC 29041
From $229/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Gayot "With its stylish interiors, this hotel provides a pretty complement to its historic setting."
Tablet19.3
"Each room comes with a personalized butler for a genuine touch of old-time hospitality, and the bathrooms in particular play on the theme of excess with stretches of Carrera marble." Full review
Travel + Leisure "A sleek hotel just south of Charleston's historic city market, The Spectator channels 1920s glam with accents like hand painted wallpaper, a gilded elevator, and mirrored ceilings." Full review
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Be sure to do cocktails at the bar in the darkly paneled, book-lined lounge just off the lobby.
Jetsetter "An award-winning, 1920s-inspired hotel near the French Quarter and City Market, with a welcome drink, breakfast in your room, butler service and more." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"One of Charleston’s newest hotels, The Spectator has opened up to a great fanfare." Full review
Fodor's "A swanky Art Deco aesthetic fills The Spectator boutique hotel, which sits less than a block south of the bustling City Market." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "A beautifully designed boutique hotel with a sexy bar just steps from Charleston's historic market." Full review
Lonely Planet "One of the city's swankiest newest hotels offers above-and-beyond service and amenities (including things like personal butlers and warming towel racks), plus a bit of Jazz Age flair." Full review
Hideaway Report93.0
"Conveniently located near the Charleston City Market, this lovely hotel in a red-brick structure features an environment where Jazz Age glamour meets the Old South." Full review
Afar Magazine "The four-story hotel houses more than 40 rooms, all of which boast locally designed bedding and products from Deep Steep, a vegan and cruelty-free line of bathroom amenities. " Full review
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Should any needs arise, sit back and relax—personal butlers are at the beck and call of every guest and will take care of anything from drawing a bath to making dinner reservations.
The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort Condé Nast Traveler
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1 Sanctuary Beach Drive, Kiawah Island, SC 29455
From $585/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Condé Nast Traveler95.8
"“The service is spectacular, and everything is thoughtfully provided. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience that you must encounter.”" Full review
Star Service "The centerpiece of Kiawah Resort, this luxury haven draws fans from near and far." Full review
Gayot "This beachside hotel is a modern take on a grand 1850's seaside home that happens to be surrounded by ten miles of unspoiled beach, five championship golf courses and two highly-rated tennis centers."
Forbes Travel Guide 5 Stars
"A grand Five-Star resort, is the place to stay on Kiawah Island, thanks to its spectacular beachfront setting, fine dining and first-class spa." Full review
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Rooms (be sure to ask for an ocean view) have a breezy traditional feel
Travel + Leisure "The grand oceanfront hotel and spa where a new guest perk is use of a Mercedes Benz for an afternoon." Full review
The Wall Street Journal "The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort offers 255 balconied rooms, with many overlooking the beach"
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Condé Nast Traveler "Which brings us to The Sanctuary Hotel at Kiawah Island Golf Resort, the undeniable hospitality darling of the island (and 2023 Gold List winner). This 250-room oasis offers a beautiful..."
"The Junior Naturalists program at Kiawah Island Golf Resort in the South Carolina Lowcountry celebrates the very unique environmental features surrounding the hotel, which include salt..."
Condé Nast Traveler "If the dream of a Southern seaside resort is your style, there is nothing that fits the bill more than The Sanctuary at Kiawah, with its own private beach, multiple award-winning golf..."
10Best Winner
"The Spa at The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort is a five star sanctuary offering both single service and full day treatments. Their signature massage uses heated grain-filled..." Full review
