Beach Hotels in South Carolina

"Disappointing stay. Tried to book a reasonably budgeted vacation, but the “resort” felt like we paid minimum prices with the rooms to come here. Would have been glad to spend a little more to stay at the DoubleTree where we needed to stay an additional night due to flight delays. It felt like several stars’ difference instead of 1. Dayton felt like a motel stay. I read reviews and saw photos but felt really led astray in the end. Rooms were clean enough but just dingy walls, some used false eyelashes noted on the floor, dingy elevators. Room wasn’t cleaned the first day and I learned we needed to request a clean 24 hours in advance to get this. One of the pools was closed. The free breakfast that people highlighted was dismal. Found only pancakes, no fruit. Saw other families trying to make the most of it. Didn’t return to this breakfast. Staff was nice but it was just very disappointing."

"Wonderful beach views"

"The pool was comfortable, but the water was still a little cold. "

"Great place!"

"Pool was cool, hot tub cool, lazy river cool! But room itself not up to par! They never delivered clean towels or cleaned our rooms! What makes matters worse "

"Good breakfast, clean room, great walkin shower."

"The room did not match the pictures. It was fine but in need of an update. The staff was very friendly."

"The pool was good and my room was in view of the beach. My room did have an influx of gnats in the bathroom but other than that we enjoyed our stay. "

"If you're a couple shaking off a long winter, the Sonesta Resort in Hilton Head really delivers. Our room was spacious and thoughtfully laid out — king bed, bistro table, balcony overlooking the pool with a glimpse of the ocean beyond. We loved stepping out there in the morning to take in the salt air. The bathroom was nicely functional: long countertop, excellent water pressure, multiple showerhead settings, and more towels than you'd ever need. The details matter, and they got them right. The resort itself is beautifully designed for both relaxation and activity. Two large, heated pool areas — including an adults-only pool with a hot tub and cushioned lounge chairs — plus a boardwalk to the beach with a foot shower, gas fire pits, a tiki bar, outdoor grille, and a patio that's ideal for a slow breakfast with too many cups of coffee. A provisions store that’s open late rounds out the convenience factor nicely. The staff were friendly, professional, and genuinely accommodating throughout our stay. We had a rental car and made the most of the area — paddleboarding, tennis, hiking a nearby nature preserve, and great dinners out. Golf and bike rentals are easy options too. Pro tip: Skip the $30/half-day beach chair rental. Head to Walmart, grab two chairs for $15 each, use them all week, and pass them along to a fellow guest on your way out. We hope to return. Highly recommend."