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Kiawah Island 5 Star Hotels

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1. The Sanctuary Hotel At Kiawah Island

2. The Spectator Hotel

3. The Iris

4. Comfort Suites Summerville

5 Star Hotels Downtown Kiawah Island

5. Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant - Charleston

6. Wentworth Mansion

7. Hotel Bennett Charleston

5 Star Hotels in Kiawah Island All Inclusive

8. The Dewberry Charleston

9. The Charleston Place

10. Inn At I'On, An Ascend Collection Hotel

Luxury 5 Star Hotels in Kiawah Island

  • Top location
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The Sanctuary Hotel At Kiawah Island

1 Sanctuary Beach Drive
1.0 km (0.6 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Coffee/Tea in lobby
  • Fitness centre
  • Indoor swimming pool

The 5-star The Sanctuary Hotel At Kiawah Island, nearly a 15-minute walk from the private golf course "Night Heron Park", includes 15 outdoor tennis courts. This Kiawah Island hotel offers an adult pool along with a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna and boasts a location in close proximity to the East Beach Village.

This accommodation offers options for sports and relaxation in a wellness centre or in a fitness centre. The Sanctuary Hotel Kiawah Island offers a range of activities such as basketball, tennis, and fishing. Corporate travellers will benefit from meeting rooms available on site.

~ US$325 / night

The Sanctuary Hotel At Kiawah Island

1.0 km (0.6 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Coffee/Tea in lobby
  • Fitness centre
  • Indoor swimming pool

The Sanctuary Hotel At Kiawah Island

The 5-star The Sanctuary Hotel At Kiawah Island, nearly a 15-minute walk from the private golf course "Night Heron Park", includes 15 outdoor tennis courts. This Kiawah Island hotel offers an adult pool along with a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna and boasts a location in close proximity to the East Beach Village.

This accommodation offers options for sports and relaxation in a wellness centre or in a fitness centre. The Sanctuary Hotel Kiawah Island offers a range of activities such as basketball, tennis, and fishing. Corporate travellers will benefit from meeting rooms available on site.

From US$ 325 / night

5 star hotels near Kiawah Island

  • Best-rated
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The Spectator Hotel

67 State Street
24.1 km (15.0 mi) from Kiawah Island
  • Valet parking
  • Butler service
  • Welcome drink
  • Fitness centre
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Located only 0.6 km from the Congregation Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim, the 5-star The Spectator Hotel Charleston is only a 5-minute walk from the Powder Magazine. This comfortable hotel provides guests with a lounge bar and welcoming rooms with views of the city centre, while the history of the Civil War is 350 metres away.

The presence of a golf playground ensures guests an active stay at the Spectator.

9.4
319 reviews
~ US$239 / night

The Spectator Hotel

24.1 km (15.0 mi) from Kiawah Island
  • Valet parking
  • Butler service
  • Welcome drink
  • Fitness centre
  • Bar/ Lounge area

The Spectator Hotel

Located only 0.6 km from the Congregation Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim, the 5-star The Spectator Hotel Charleston is only a 5-minute walk from the Powder Magazine. This comfortable hotel provides guests with a lounge bar and welcoming rooms with views of the city centre, while the history of the Civil War is 350 metres away.

The presence of a golf playground ensures guests an active stay at the Spectator.

9.4
319 reviews
From US$ 239 / night

5 Star Hotels Downtown Kiawah Island

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The Iris

84 Line Street
24.5 km (15.2 mi) from Kiawah Island
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Car park
    US$ 25 per day
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Saltwater pool

The elegant The Iris Hotel Charleston offers air-conditioned rooms near the shopping district of Charleston approximately 25 minutes' walk from the Citadel Daniel Museum. A private parking lot is available for USD 25 per day on site for all guests.

The property features a swimming pool.

9.1
582 reviews
~ US$157 / night

The Iris

24.5 km (15.2 mi) from Kiawah Island
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Car park
    US$ 25 per day
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Saltwater pool

The Iris

The elegant The Iris Hotel Charleston offers air-conditioned rooms near the shopping district of Charleston approximately 25 minutes' walk from the Citadel Daniel Museum. A private parking lot is available for USD 25 per day on site for all guests.

The property features a swimming pool.

9.1
582 reviews
From US$ 157 / night
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Comfort Suites Summerville

1005 Jockey Ct
48.0 km (29.8 mi) from Kiawah Island
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Fitness centre
  • Saltwater pool

The comfortable Comfort Suites Summerville hotel is 3.1 km from Four Green Fields Gifts and has an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness studio. Thanks to its prime location, this 5-star hotel stands within reach of Azalea Square Stadium 16 Movie Theater, which is a great place to have a fun time.

Beach facilities at this accommodation include umbrellas and beach towels. There is meeting rooms available for corporate travellers.

9
266 reviews
~ US$169 / night

Comfort Suites Summerville

48.0 km (29.8 mi) from Kiawah Island
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Fitness centre
  • Saltwater pool

Comfort Suites Summerville

The comfortable Comfort Suites Summerville hotel is 3.1 km from Four Green Fields Gifts and has an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness studio. Thanks to its prime location, this 5-star hotel stands within reach of Azalea Square Stadium 16 Movie Theater, which is a great place to have a fun time.

Beach facilities at this accommodation include umbrellas and beach towels. There is meeting rooms available for corporate travellers.

9
266 reviews
From US$ 169 / night

5 Star Hotels in Kiawah Island All Inclusive

  • Guest favorite
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Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant - Charleston

1472 Highway 17 North
32.2 km (20.0 mi) from Kiawah Island
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Nestled in the Mount Pleasant district of Charleston, the upscale Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant - Charleston is 2.6 km from the Seacoast Church. Located within 10 minutes' drive of the Charles Pinckney National Historic Site, this 5-star upscale hotel offers views of the city and an outdoor swimming pool.

This Charleston hotel offers guests the chance to participate in fitness classes held in a fitness room.

8.9
744 reviews
~ US$129 / night

Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant - Charleston

32.2 km (20.0 mi) from Kiawah Island
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant - Charleston

Nestled in the Mount Pleasant district of Charleston, the upscale Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant - Charleston is 2.6 km from the Seacoast Church. Located within 10 minutes' drive of the Charles Pinckney National Historic Site, this 5-star upscale hotel offers views of the city and an outdoor swimming pool.

This Charleston hotel offers guests the chance to participate in fitness classes held in a fitness room.

8.9
744 reviews
From US$ 129 / night
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Wentworth Mansion

149 Wentworth Street
23.4 km (14.6 mi) from Kiawah Island
42
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Sun terrace

Built in 1886, the elegant Wentworth Mansion Hotel Charleston is located a few moments from Cannon Public Park in Downtown Charleston, which is the South Carolina port city founded in 1670. Boasting a location a mere 0.7 km from the liberal arts College of Charleston, the 5-star smoke-free hotel offers 21 rooms and a lounge bar onsite.

Enjoy your stay with facials, a sun terrace, and a shared lounge provided on-site. A day of pampering can include aromatherapy, body wraps, and a massage treatment, as well as visiting a spa and wellness centre, and a full-service spa.

9.6
7 reviews
~ US$781 / night

Wentworth Mansion

23.4 km (14.6 mi) from Kiawah Island
42
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Sun terrace

Wentworth Mansion

Built in 1886, the elegant Wentworth Mansion Hotel Charleston is located a few moments from Cannon Public Park in Downtown Charleston, which is the South Carolina port city founded in 1670. Boasting a location a mere 0.7 km from the liberal arts College of Charleston, the 5-star smoke-free hotel offers 21 rooms and a lounge bar onsite.

Enjoy your stay with facials, a sun terrace, and a shared lounge provided on-site. A day of pampering can include aromatherapy, body wraps, and a massage treatment, as well as visiting a spa and wellness centre, and a full-service spa.

9.6
7 reviews
From US$ 781 / night

5 Star Hotels in Kiawah Island with Pool

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Hotel Bennett Charleston

404 King Street
24.3 km (15.1 mi) from Kiawah Island
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Separate tub and shower
  • Fitness centre
  • Pool with view

Offering an outdoor swimming pool, the smoke-free Hotel Bennett Charleston is situated in Downtown Charleston, which is the South Carolina port city founded in 1670, 19 minutes' walk from the Circular Congregational Church. Boasting access to the historic Unitarian Church in Charleston, a mere 1.5 km away, this 5-star hotel includes facials, a sunbathing terrace, and a picnic area providing guests with air-conditioned rooms.

The property’s pool area has a pool cover. Hotel Bennett Charleston has a fitness centre. A comfortable stay at this accommodation awaits you with a full spa featuring aromatherapy, facial treatments, and spa service. Business guests also get access to 6 meeting rooms including conference equipment and a xerox.

9.4
120 reviews
~ US$1049 / night

Hotel Bennett Charleston

24.3 km (15.1 mi) from Kiawah Island
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Separate tub and shower
  • Fitness centre
  • Pool with view

Hotel Bennett Charleston

Offering an outdoor swimming pool, the smoke-free Hotel Bennett Charleston is situated in Downtown Charleston, which is the South Carolina port city founded in 1670, 19 minutes' walk from the Circular Congregational Church. Boasting access to the historic Unitarian Church in Charleston, a mere 1.5 km away, this 5-star hotel includes facials, a sunbathing terrace, and a picnic area providing guests with air-conditioned rooms.

The property’s pool area has a pool cover. Hotel Bennett Charleston has a fitness centre. A comfortable stay at this accommodation awaits you with a full spa featuring aromatherapy, facial treatments, and spa service. Business guests also get access to 6 meeting rooms including conference equipment and a xerox.

9.4
120 reviews
From US$ 1049 / night
  • Eco-friendly stay
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The Dewberry Charleston

334 Meeting Street
24.4 km (15.2 mi) from Kiawah Island
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Separate tub and shower
  • Steam room
  • Terrace

The 5-star smoke-free The Dewberry Charleston Hotel is located nearly a 15-minute stroll from Cannon Park, offering 150 rooms, Wi-Fi, and a private parking lot. This Charleston hotel offers an outdoor event space and sits in the vicinity of the Powder Magazine.

The Dewberry includes a fitness studio, as well as a full spa, so you can both relax and engage in sports. Those who like to keep fit can partake in fitness classes and enjoy such activities as boating, cycling, and bicycle trips. A treatment room, a sauna, and a foot bath, along with body treatments, light therapy, and spa service, are provided to ensure a perfect stay.

8.8
87 reviews
~ US$337 / night

The Dewberry Charleston

24.4 km (15.2 mi) from Kiawah Island
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Separate tub and shower
  • Steam room
  • Terrace

The Dewberry Charleston

The 5-star smoke-free The Dewberry Charleston Hotel is located nearly a 15-minute stroll from Cannon Park, offering 150 rooms, Wi-Fi, and a private parking lot. This Charleston hotel offers an outdoor event space and sits in the vicinity of the Powder Magazine.

The Dewberry includes a fitness studio, as well as a full spa, so you can both relax and engage in sports. Those who like to keep fit can partake in fitness classes and enjoy such activities as boating, cycling, and bicycle trips. A treatment room, a sauna, and a foot bath, along with body treatments, light therapy, and spa service, are provided to ensure a perfect stay.

8.8
87 reviews
From US$ 337 / night

5 Star Hotels in Kiawah Island Near Airport

  • Beach access
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The Charleston Place

205 Meeting Street
23.9 km (14.9 mi) from Kiawah Island
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Live entertainment
  • Rooftop pool

Offering a shared lounge and barbecue grills, the 5-star The Charleston Place hotel is located in Downtown Charleston, which is the South Carolina port city founded in 1670, a 6-minute walk from the historic Unitarian Church in Charleston. Offering a location in close proximity to the Historic Charleston City Market, the hotel overlooks courtyard and has an American restaurant.

The Charleston Place hotel features a heated pool as well as yoga instruction and bicycles. This Charleston hotel offers several sport activities such as windsurfing, diving, and hiking. 10 treatment rooms along with a steam room, a hot tub, a sauna, and a foot bath are available for guests' enjoyment.

8.8
189 reviews
~ US$302 / night

The Charleston Place

23.9 km (14.9 mi) from Kiawah Island
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Live entertainment
  • Rooftop pool

The Charleston Place

Offering a shared lounge and barbecue grills, the 5-star The Charleston Place hotel is located in Downtown Charleston, which is the South Carolina port city founded in 1670, a 6-minute walk from the historic Unitarian Church in Charleston. Offering a location in close proximity to the Historic Charleston City Market, the hotel overlooks courtyard and has an American restaurant.

The Charleston Place hotel features a heated pool as well as yoga instruction and bicycles. This Charleston hotel offers several sport activities such as windsurfing, diving, and hiking. 10 treatment rooms along with a steam room, a hot tub, a sauna, and a foot bath are available for guests' enjoyment.

8.8
189 reviews
From US$ 302 / night
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Inn At I'On, An Ascend Collection Hotel

148 Civitas Street
29.7 km (18.5 mi) from Kiawah Island
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Ironing facilities
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor swimming pool

The 5-star Inn At I'On, An Ascend Collection Hotel Mount Pleasant, located about a 25-minute walk from Village Pointe Shopping Center, boasts an adult pool. This comfortable hotel features both Wi-Fi in public areas and street parking on site.

This property goes the extra mile to provide guests with fitness classes to help them stay fit. The hotel has a fitness club.

8.3
38 reviews
~ US$174 / night

Inn At I'On, An Ascend Collection Hotel

29.7 km (18.5 mi) from Kiawah Island
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Ironing facilities
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Inn At I'On, An Ascend Collection Hotel

The 5-star Inn At I'On, An Ascend Collection Hotel Mount Pleasant, located about a 25-minute walk from Village Pointe Shopping Center, boasts an adult pool. This comfortable hotel features both Wi-Fi in public areas and street parking on site.

This property goes the extra mile to provide guests with fitness classes to help them stay fit. The hotel has a fitness club.

8.3
38 reviews
From US$ 174 / night

Are you in a hurry?

Here is a quick list of 5 Star Hotels in Kiawah Island, selected based on their rating

Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
The Spectator Hotel

9.4 / 10

(319 Reviews)

From 239$
The Iris

9.1 / 10

(582 Reviews)

From 157$
Comfort Suites Summerville

9.0 / 10

(266 Reviews)

From 169$
Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant - Charleston

8.9 / 10

(744 Reviews)

From 129$
Wentworth Mansion

9.6 / 10

(7 Reviews)

From 781$

Frequently Asked Questions

Which 5-star hotels near Kiawah Island's beaches offer the best ocean views?

The Sanctuary Hotel at Kiawah Island provides stunning ocean views with private beach access. Guests can indulge in luxurious amenities while enjoying the sound of the waves.

Tip:

Book a room that is oceanfront to enjoy the best views, particularly during sunset, which offers a breathtaking experience.

What are the best 5-star hotels with spas on Kiawah Island?

The Sanctuary Hotel at Kiawah Island features a luxurious spa with a variety of treatments, including massages and facials. Enjoy a relaxing day with their wellness packages.

Tip:

Make spa reservations at least a week in advance to secure your preferred time and treatments.

Which 5-star hotels around Kiawah Island are best for golfers?

The Sanctuary Hotel at Kiawah Island is perfect for golf enthusiasts, offering exclusive access to five championship golf courses. Experience world-class golfing right at your doorstep.

Tip:

Book a stay during the shoulder season (April or September) for less crowded tee times and pleasant weather.

Are there any pet-friendly 5-star hotels near Kiawah Island's attractions?

The Sanctuary Hotel at Kiawah Island offers dog-friendly accommodations. Certain rooms are designed to welcome pets, ensuring a comfortable stay for both you and your furry friend.

Tip:

Call the hotel in advance to confirm pet policies and choose a room with nearby access to outdoor areas for walking your dog.

Which 5-star hotel on Kiawah Island offers the best dining options?

The Sanctuary Hotel at Kiawah Island features multiple dining options, including restaurants serving fresh coastal cuisine. Enjoy meals made with locally sourced ingredients.

Tip:

Reserve a table at the on-site restaurant, The Ocean Room, at least a couple of days in advance to ensure a spot for dinner, especially on weekends.

What 5-star hotels near Kiawah Island are suitable for romantic getaways?

The Sanctuary Hotel at Kiawah Island is ideal for couples, offering romantic settings and special packages for an unforgettable experience. Enjoy in-room dining and serene beach walks.

Tip:

Consider booking a romantic package that includes champagne or spa credits to elevate your stay.

What luxurious 5-star hotels are close to Charleston for day trips?

The Sanctuary Hotel at Kiawah Island is only 21 miles from Charleston, making it convenient for exploring the city. Enjoy the attractions and return to your tranquil hotel at day's end.

Tip:

Plan your Charleston trips for weekdays to avoid weekend crowds at popular sites like the historic district.

What unique local experiences should I look for when visiting Kiawah Island?

Kiawah Island offers nature tours, wildlife hikes, and beach yoga sessions. These unique experiences let you immerse yourself in the island's natural beauty.

Tip:

Join guided eco-tours early in the morning to see the most wildlife and avoid the midday heat.

Are there any seasonal events I shouldn't miss on Kiawah Island?

The Kiawah Island Golf Resort hosts the Annual Kiawah Island Marathon every December. It's a great event to experience the local community and scenic landscapes.

Tip:

Register early if you plan to participate in the marathon, as it draws many visitors and spots can fill up quickly.

How can I get around Kiawah Island efficiently?

Biking is the best way to explore Kiawah Island, with bike trails connecting to many attractions. Rental services are available in several areas for convenience.

Tip:

Rent a bike at the beginning of your stay and explore the island's paths, especially during cooler hours such as early morning or late afternoon.

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