Hilton Head

A jewel in the crown of the world-renowned Auberge Resorts, the Inn at Palmetto Bluff is an elegant, peaceful, relentlessly upscale resort on the May River. — Frommer's

Delivers "exactly what you expect from anything Disney", including "unmatched" service and a "best-of-both-worlds" vacation scenario where "kids are entertained all day long”. — Zagat

Located on 5,000 idyllic acres along the Atlantic Ocean, this resort sports an array of more than 500 villas and vacation homes along with suites at its Scottish-themed boutique hotel. — Gayot

Beach House Resort feels more like a boutique hotel... this upper-middle-range property is a good value. — Oyster

Set on 11 acres of beachfront property, the resort offers modern, stylish rooms. — Zagat

This upscale resort has plenty of amenities, including several pools and a pretty private beach. — Oyster

With an atmosphere that's "both relaxed and upscale”, this hotel right "on the beach" offers “everything you need for a conference or vacation”. — Zagat

With newly renovated guest rooms, Marriott continues to perch at the top of the ranks here. — Star Service

Because of the teetering standards here, this property is best booked for the low rates, by travelers with middling expectations. Tennis buffs are drawn here, naturally. — Star Service

This 1890s Victorian inn charms you with its handsome gables and wraparound verandas. — Fodor's

This 1960s-era motel was cleverly transformed by its hip, young owners to reflect their high-tech, minimalist style. — Fodor's

The Days Inn provides easy access to the beach, golf, tennis, marinas, and shopping. — Frommer's

The Ramada Hilton Head is a two-pearl chain hotel off Highway 278, less than a 10-minute drive from the airport and beach. — Oyster