Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island

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Pet-friendly
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130 Shipyard Drive, Hilton Head Island, SC, 29928

Place, Van Der Meer Tennis Academy
‪1 min walk‬
Place, Shipyard Beach
‪5 min walk‬
Place, Shipyard Golf Course
‪3 min drive‬
Airport, Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH)
‪14 min drive‬

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Room options

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Pool View - Two Queens

Sleeps 4

Pool View - Terrace Two Queens

Sleeps 4

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds (Resort View)

Sleeps 4

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

Excellent

41 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Excellent

41 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds (Resort View)

Wonderful

41 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

Good

41 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Excellent

41 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Exceptional

41 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Exceptional

41 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

Wonderful

83 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Good

41 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace, Pool View

Wonderful

41 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Horizon Room)

Exceptional

41 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

Excellent

41 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Pool View

Excellent

41 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Very good

41 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

Exceptional

41 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

46 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Palmetto Suite)

83 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Grand Suite, 1 King Bed (Grand Oak)

111 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace

Exceptional

41 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Very good

41 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

Excellent

41 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Excellent

41 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Sonesta)

Good

46 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Pool
Spa
Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant

includes taxes & fees

7 Jul - 8 Jul

About this property

Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island

Catch some rays at the beach or spend the day relaxing at Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 5 restaurants.

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.

Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool.

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.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the pool at Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Van Der Meer Tennis Academy. You'll find features like a free area shuttle, plus 2 outdoor pools and 5 restaurants. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.

Enjoy American cuisine with garden views at Seacrest, one of the property's 5 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges
Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
WiFi for a fee
Valet parking available for a fee
Take a swim in the 2 outdoor pools or soak in the hot tub
Indulge with body treatments, Ayurvedic treatments, or manicures and pedicures at The Spa at Sonesta
Services include a kid's club, dry cleaning/laundry, and a concierge
Onsite recreation includes tennis courts, a 24-hour gym, and a golf driving range
Guests have great things to say about the pool and the location
7 minutes by car from Coligny Plaza and 12 minutes from Coligny Beach
Free shopping center and local-area shuttle service
Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls

Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island offers its guests a full-service spa, 2 outdoor swimming pools, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. There are 5 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 3 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. A computer station is on site and WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee.

Event space at this hotel measures 23000 square feet (2137 square meters) and includes conference space. Spa services, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the family-friendly Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island. An area shuttle within 3 miles and a shopping center shuttle are free. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Hilton Head Island hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 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 transport

Electric car charging station on site
Free area shuttle up to 3 miles
Free shopping centre shuttle
Valet parking on site (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Limited on-site valet parking
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 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
Front entrance ramp
Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
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 lift
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchairs on site

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

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: USD 100 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 300 per stay)
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available
Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5.00 to 35.00 for adults, and USD 5.00 to 30.00 for children
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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

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

Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

This property has 2 outdoor pools. One pool is open is all guests and the other is open to guests aged 18 and older.

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Reservations are needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Hilton Head Island Sonesta

Hilton Head Island Sonesta Resort

Sonesta Hilton Head Island

Sonesta Hilton Head Island Resort

Sonesta Resort

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Sonesta Hilton Head Island

Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island Hotel

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Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Stan

25 Jan 2026

Top notch resort! Outstanding staff and room was spotless.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra

23 Mar 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Heather and all the other staff were so friendly and helpful! They made our staycation experience the absolute best! Thank you for spoiling us!

Pet friendly! Resort was very clean, welcoming staff, great amenities, right on beach, comfortable beds. Will stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

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Property amenities

Internet

Parking and transport

Food and drink

Restaurants on site

Things to do

Family friendly

Conveniences

Guest services

Business services

Outdoors

Full-service spa

Accessibility

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Room amenities

Bedroom

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