Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island

4.0 star property

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Exterior
On the beach, white sand
Terrace/patio
Lobby
Lobby

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Air conditioning
$169
$154 nightly
$169 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26

Explore the area

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130 Shipyard Drive, Hilton Head Island, SC, 29928
  • Place, Van Der Meer Tennis Academy
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Van Der Meer Tennis Center
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Shipyard Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Terrace, Pool View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Horizon Room)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds (Resort View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(69 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Pool View (Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Resort View (Garden Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 900 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Resort View)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace, Pool View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Horizon Room)

  • 450 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Pool View)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Pool View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Resort View (Signature Sonesta)

  • 500 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Palmetto Suite)

  • 900 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Grand Suite, 1 King Bed (Grand Oak)

  • 1200 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Terrace (Sofa Bed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(62 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Sonesta)

  • 500 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Hilton Head Island

With a stay at Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island in Hilton Head Island (South End), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Coligny Beach and Palmetto Dunes Club. .This beach hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Van Der Meer Tennis Academy and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Palmetto Dunes Beach.

What's nearby

  • Van Der Meer Tennis Academy - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Van Der Meer Tennis Center - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Shipyard Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Palmetto Dunes Club - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Coligny Plaza - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Hilton Head Island Airport (HHH) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dough Boys - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Nectar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Palmetto Market @ the Omni - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Skillets - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pomodori - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island

Family fun on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools, near Palmetto Dunes Club
Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island offers 340 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. LED televisions come with premium digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

In-room wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps) is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in November 2024.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a hot tub. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The Spa at Sonesta has 3 treatment rooms. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic.

The spa is open select days. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Stay in one of 340 guestrooms featuring LED televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Wireless internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a 24-hour fitness center, and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include wireless internet access (surcharge), concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the complimentary area shuttle that operates within 3 miles.
Enjoy American cuisine at Seacrest, one of the hotel's many dining establishments, which include 5 restaurants and a coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 3 bars/lounges. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a computer station, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Hilton Head Island? This hotel has 23000 square feet (2137 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 17 meeting rooms.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11 AM.
Seacrest - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Driftwood Rum Bar - This lobby lounge specializes in American cuisine and serves light fare only. Open daily.
The Patio - Overlooking the pool, this bistro specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Sea Glass Provisions - Onsite coffee shop. Open daily.
Sweet Cane Pool Bar - This poolside bar specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch and light fare. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free area shuttle up to 3 mi
  • Free shopping center shuttle
  • Valet parking on site (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 35 for adults and USD 5 to 30 for children
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 5 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Driftwood Rum Bar
  • Sea Glass Provisions
  • Seacrest
  • Sweet Cane Pool Bar
  • The Patio

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 24-hour gym
  • 27-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Hot tub
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Pro golf shop
  • Tennis

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Fenced pool
  • Free area shuttle
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 17 meeting rooms
  • 23,000 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open select days

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 7 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible shuttle
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1981
  • Renovated guestrooms - November 2024
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday and Sunday:
  • Full-service spa

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 300 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 3.30 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee: USD 44.00 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach access
  • Beach towels
  • Fitness center access
  • Health club access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Parking
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • Self parking

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5.00 to 35.00 for adults, and USD 5.00 to 30.00 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 0.00 per night (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 0.00 per night (rates may vary)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 25 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 300 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision

Property is also known as

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Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 709 out of 1211 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 264 out of 1211 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 142 out of 1211 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1211 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1211 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gay

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheena

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Love it
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot tub could be hotter and jets stronger
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sanaz

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
-
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, nice location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort with friendly staff and amazing choice of restaurants all within the resort! Daily activities overall a great way to enjoy our first time in Hilton Head island!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick, golden

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel! Excellent food! I will be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joni

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jingnan

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Irina

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Amy

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

gerri

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was pleasant and helpful! On premises restaurants had good food at reasonable prices. There was a “provisions “ store with basics for breakfast. Beverages, snacks and gift items.we enjoyed walking around the property and the outdoor attractions and the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful and very well maintained. The staff is kind and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The balcony was OK. The trees did take a lot of the view.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Quiet and accomodating
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved everything
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Polly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly restaurant staff! Shout out to Carlton! Very convenient, easy beach access.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No ocean view.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn, Snohomish

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We found this property to be great for its proximity to the beach and the main shopping and dining district of Hilton Head. The remodeled Sonesta (special room type) was fantastic. Roomy, spacious, stylish in furnishings and very comfortable. The staff was extremely friendly and attentive and the pool area was a nice option to the beach. Our only complaints about the resort was that when we booked the room, considered to be on the high end of the room options, we had no idea that many of them on the southern side of building overlook the conference room building roof. The room previews gave no idea that this was a possibility much to our dismay as we always enjoy sitting out on the patio in the evening. Not possible with this type of view and we also had food smells coming up from the kitchen. Last, we stayed for 3 nights and house keeping never refreshed our coffee station. Luckily I bring extra K-cups of coffee and the machine was a Keurig coffee maker. They also didn't replace our towels when we put them down on the floor. They do however provide plenty for just two people. (And yes, we could have called housekeeping, but why should we need too and this was standard servicing.) Additional Tip: The Sonesta website actually offered a "Premier View" room option that Expedia did not. Just something to consider if that is important to you as it is for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ronaldo V

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We didn’t like all the fees. The bike rental was more than outside daily rate. The jacuzzi was not hot enough and the jets were low pressure. Our shower was also low pressure and the bathtub was slippery. All the staff were friendly and professional. The grounds were clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025