Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel near Coligny Beach

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Air conditioning

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)
  • 41 sq m
  • 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)
  • 41 sq m
  • 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)
  • 41 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(69 reviews)
  • 41 sq m
  • 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)
  • 41 sq m
  • 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)
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 83 sq m
  • 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)
  • 41 sq m
  • 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)
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Horizon Room)

  • 41 sq m
  • 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)
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Pool View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • 41 sq m
  • 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)
  • 41 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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

  • 46 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Palmetto Suite)

  • 83 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Grand Suite, 1 King Bed (Grand Oak)

  • 111 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace

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

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 41 sq m
  • 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)
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Sonesta)

  • 46 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Hilton Head Island

Beachside getaway.A stay at this South End hotel places you steps from Van Der Meer Tennis Academy and within a 5-minute walk of Palmetto Dunes Beach. Shipyard Golf Course and The Village at Wexford are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Van Der Meer Tennis Academy - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Van Der Meer Tennis Center - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Shipyard Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Palmetto Dunes Club - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Coligny Plaza - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Nectar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dough Boys - ‬8 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

4-star beachfront hotel near Coligny Beach
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.

  • 1 building
  • 340 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 5 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • 23000 sq ft of conference space
  • 2137 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1981
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
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.

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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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)
  • Limited onsite 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 11:00 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

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

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: 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.

Property payment types

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
  • 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)

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

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

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Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 705 out of 1205 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 262 out of 1205 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 142 out of 1205 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1205 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1205 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN

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

10/10 Excellent

Glenn, Snohomish

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

8/10 Good

joyce

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

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

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place 4th stay, like the new pool area,
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was well maintained. Staff was very accommodating and personable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great recent renovation. Beautiful setting near the beach, with wooded neighborhood great for long walks. Wonderful pool area. Good restaurant. Friendly, professional staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Missy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Sonesta. We truly enjoyed our dinner at the patio restaurant. The food was delicious and our server was great. We loved sitting by the adult pool and at the fire pit. It was so nice to order frozen drinks right from our poolside lounge chair. We rented bikes and had a great time riding around the island. It was so nice to be able to walk right out to the beach. The gentleman at the front desk was very helpful and recommended some great restaurants and also gave us a room upgrade. We will definitely return when we’re in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Elaine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful stay, lovely staff, great food
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, Richmond

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just terrific we had a great time! Would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best Choice for Hilton Head!

We arrived and were upgraded, immediately to an ocean view room. The entire resort was beautiful and well maintained. We have been going to HH for 25 years. We plan on making this our go-to hotel on Hilton Head. We were really thrilled with the property!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paizley

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenny

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the beach access and adult pool. Served great food and drink. Rooms were clean and beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, Waconia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ideal beach access and location, very nice pool area. Grounds were well maintained.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent value
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tyisha

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wouldn't recommend this place at all our stay wasn't great at all I requested a room with wheelchair access and the riim we were giving could barely fit the extremely small wheelchair that they gave us to use my husband couldn't take a shower because it was to high for him to step in. We asked for a different wheelchair which we never got or did anyone try and help.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The resort has undergone some recent renovations and has been nicely updated. The rooms are clean and well appointed. The staff is friendly and helpful and the amenities are top-notch. We will be staying here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

linda

Loved the pathways around the resort, nice area to stroll w an infant.. pools very nice
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven E.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

ALINA

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful resort compared to other hotels we've been at in the area, the beach is suitable for little ones with a shallow entry. We booked through Expedia and we did not get the room we booked, with a partial ocean view, they tried to give us a parking lot view room. After a little bit of back and forth, they gave us a pool view room. Our room had a bad, musty smell that we had to put up with for the duration of our stay. Their restaurants are expensive & the portions are not what they used to be. The staff was super nice & on top of things - both at their restaurants & the cleaning staff. The biggest disappointment was their pizza. It came on pre-baked flat bread...the menu says it is Pizza Margherita...it is not even close, such a waste of money, as we bought 3 12 inch pizzas at $16/each. Overall, we had a pretty nice stay mainly because the beach is nice there, the pools are ok & because most of the staff was welcoming & accommodating.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaehyeong

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great condition of room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025