The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf ResortvsWild Dunes Resort
Both properties are recommended by expert writers. On balance, The Sanctuary Hotel at Kiawah Island Golf Resort ranks marginally higher than Wild Dunes Resort. The Sanctuary Hotel at Kiawah Island Golf Resort ranks #24 in Charleston with approval from 4 reviewers including Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler and Gayot.
The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort
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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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September 8, 2022
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
Wild Dunes Resort
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5757 Palm Boulevard, Isle of Palms, SC 29451-2734
From $129/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Fodor's "Guests, which include many families in the summer, have a long list of recreational options—such as Tom Fazio golf courses and nationally ranked tennis programs." Full review
Star Service "This property is a wonderfully landscaped 1,600-acre collection of taupe villas covering the entire north side of this island." Full review
Jetsetter "A 1,600-acre seaside retreat, with highly acclaimed golf courses and condos that can sleep up to six guests." Full review
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Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards, and you can also request cribs/infant beds.
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"The four-pearl Wild Dunes Resort is a huge 458-room property located on the beach in a gated community at the end of the Isle of Palms." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The resort occupies 1,600 acres of private oceanfront property, with the Atlantic Ocean on one side and the Intracoastal Waterway on the other." Full review
Fodor's "Guests at this 1,600-acre island beachfront resort can choose from two Tom Fazio–designed golf courses, a nationally ranked tennis program, and miles of paved trails to walk and jog. The..." Full review
Lonely Planet "Wild Dunes Resort has two championship golf courses and tranquil oceanfront pools"
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April 26, 2022
10Best Winner
"Wild Dunes Resort is the perfect spot for family fun. Set on Isle of Palms, South Carolina's premier coastal getaway, guests will love the Turtle Cove Family Center, where there are board..." Full review
