Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel near Coligny Beach

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Exterior
Property amenity
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Meeting facility
Lobby

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
130 Shipyard Drive, Hilton Head Island, SC, 29928
  • Coligny Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Palmetto Dunes Club
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Coligny Plaza
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace

  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed (Palmetto Suite)

  • 83 sq m
  • 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

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

  • 41 sq m
  • 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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Pool View

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

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

  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace, Pool View

  • 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

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

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

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

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

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

  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds (Resort View)

  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Sonesta)

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

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

  • 41 sq m
  • 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 Coligny Beach. Shipyard Golf Course and The Village at Wexford are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Coligny Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Palmetto Dunes Club - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Coligny Plaza - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Shelter Cove Harbour - 7 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Sea Pines Forest Preserve - 7 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Hilton Head Island Airport (HHH) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Bamboo Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Island Bagel & Deli - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Frosty Frog Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Java Burrito Co. - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Frozen Moo - ‬7 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, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. 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
  • 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
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
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.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Arum Spa. 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.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Free area shuttle
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

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
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • 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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday:
  • Hot tub
The following facilities are closed on Monday and Sunday:
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 200 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 50 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 200 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 5:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for 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.

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Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 537 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 242 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 131 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1008 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Boris

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
We thought there would be an adult only pool. It was under construction. And through the Easter holiday. They didn’t stop construction so the only day we didn’t hear, hammering, sewing, and electrical tools, was Easter Sunday. We thought their shuttle would be available, it was not available any day save one. Perhaps when this facility is complete with its renovations, it will live up to the billing that we thought it would. But right now until that new pool is open I would suggest people go to another resort.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Ajdin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

James

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

Construction impacts experience

Hotel under construction so many amenities weren’t available - fitness room; restaurant was limited; and constant construction noise. Best part was the maid service. Otherwise other staff seemed disconnected from their roles. Maybe the construction is getting to them too.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Marcus

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The problem with this property was the major renovation project that was very loud and noisy all day and in the morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Panissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Carson

Under construction. Not like photos.

The resort was under construction which was listed nowhere in the listing. The amenities were not all available and had we known as would have booked elsewhere. We passed up another comparable property based on false advertisement.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay was good. They are remodeling and did alert us of that fact by email before we arrived. Minimal disruption and will definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Christy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I would not recommend staying here until the construction is finished. Scheduled for 4/1/2025. Maybe call ahead to see if it’s completed before booking. Once finished it will be a very nice resort.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jose

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Brock

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was awesome and we really enjoyed our stay. Only thing was that the hot tub was being renovated while we were there so we could not use it. Wish we would have known that before but we still loved the property
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Even with renovations going on, this property was very desirable. Staff made accommodations for the inconvenience of the renovation, and front desk staff was amazing!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

steve

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Very disappointed

Was heavy construction . . .indoors and outdoors. At minimum should waive the resort fee of 80 bucks for two nights when place was a complete wreck.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Edwar

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

2/10 Terrible

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Major construction going on. Indoor pool and jacuzzi closed and noisy.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Travelled with partner
Overall I would give this a 3 due to access to the beach and walk ability to town. There were no chairs for the beach, no towels to take to the beach, the walk to the beach was closed for maintence. Over room was half renovated with scratches on the floor, tape hanging around lights and a very small bathroom. Also the bed was super hard, the comfortable was very thin and worn and the walls are THIN we could hear entire other guest conversations all night
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

DENISE

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Construction made the atmosphere very disruptive
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Selma

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was friendly. The hotel is clean. There was construction going on. The hotel common areas were very cold. Yet, for a February rate, with construction going on and very cold hallways, I was charged $270 a night (even after the $143 waived resort fee and no ocean view). The room had 2 bottles of Evian water each for $6. The coffee was high quality, but I wish the hotel could have provided the guests with liquid creamer. Hotel's restaurant food was very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Riza

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Leslie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
A lot of construction is happening right now. Woke up both mornings to sledgehammers! Not sure if it was bc I reserved my room through Expedia, but they gave me the furthest room available! The hotel wasn’t busy, not sure why the distance was necessary
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kamia

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

10/10 Excellent

Julian

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

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful (staff, food, room etc.). We will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025