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Planters InnvsThe Sanctuary At Kiawah Island Golf Resort
Both properties are rated highly by those who travel for a living. On balance, Planters Inn scores significantly higher than The Sanctuary Hotel at Kiawah Island Golf Resort. Planters Inn comes in at #5 in Charleston with positive reviews from 16 sources like Concierge, Afar Magazine and Zagat.
Planters Inn
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112 North Market Street, Charleston, SC 29401
From $249/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge "A member of upscale Relais & Châteaux collection, this exquisite, 62-room hotel lives up to its A-list reputation."
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Peninsula Grill is a hot ticket for a romantic dinner; book at least a month in advance.
Fodor's "Part of the Relais & Châteaux group, this boutique property with well-appointed and beautifully maintained rooms is a stately sanctuary amid the bustle of Charleston's Market." Full review
Star Service "Posh period precincts aside, this place attracts small, select gatherings, weddings and individuals, gourmands among them—the restaurant is a sanctuary for foodies." Full review
Michelin Guide "Accommodations in the original 1844 building of this historic-district Relais & Chiteaux property are elegantly designed... the inn's Peninsula Grill gets raves."
Gayot "The décor here is wonderfully subdued... There is something about the careful placement of each treasure that makes you want to whisper as you walk through the halls."
Zagat3.7
"Amid the “middle of it all” on Market Street, this “romantic” 64-room inn provides a “pleasant oasis of calm” from the moment guests step into the “lovely courtyard garden”."
OysterUpscale
"Planters Inn is an intimate 64-room, luxury boutique hotel with historic charm and antique-style furnishings." Full review
Afar Magazine "The high ceilings, plush carpeting, handmade reproduction furniture, and gas-lit outdoor lanterns all work in concert to make each guest's stay as relaxing and authentic as possible." Full review
Jetsetter "Old World charmer in the heart of Charleston, with a popular restaurant and wedding-favorite outdoor courtyard." Full review
goop "Planters Inn sits right near Charleston’s City Market." Full review
The Sanctuary At Kiawah Island Golf Resort
Condé Nast Traveler Star Service Gayot
Forbes Travel Guide
Travel + Leisure
The Wall Street Journal
1 Sanctuary Beach Drive, Kiawah Island, SC 29455
From $585/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Condé Nast Traveler95.8
"“The service is spectacular, and everything is thoughtfully provided. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience that you must encounter.”" Full review
Star Service "The centerpiece of Kiawah Resort, this luxury haven draws fans from near and far." Full review
Gayot "This beachside hotel is a modern take on a grand 1850's seaside home that happens to be surrounded by ten miles of unspoiled beach, five championship golf courses and two highly-rated tennis centers."
Forbes Travel Guide 5 Stars
"A grand Five-Star resort, is the place to stay on Kiawah Island, thanks to its spectacular beachfront setting, fine dining and first-class spa." Full review
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Rooms (be sure to ask for an ocean view) have a breezy traditional feel
Travel + Leisure "The grand oceanfront hotel and spa where a new guest perk is use of a Mercedes Benz for an afternoon." Full review
The Wall Street Journal "The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort offers 255 balconied rooms, with many overlooking the beach"
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