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Beach House ResortvsSonesta Resort Hilton Head Island
Both hotels are recommended by professionals. On balance, Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island is preferred by most reviewers compared to Beach House, A Holiday Inn Resort. Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island scores 87 with accolades from 6 reviewers such as Oyster, Frommer's and Gayot.
Beach House Resort
Frommer's
Fodor's
Oyster
Jetsetter
Star Service
1 South Forest Beach Drive, Hilton Head, SC 29928
From $94/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Frommer's "The island's leading moderately priced hotel... this sprawling five-story building opens onto a crowded stretch of beach." Full review
Fodor's "On one of the island's most popular stretches of sand... the hotel emphasizes laid-back comforts in its spacious guest rooms." Full review
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Oceanfront rooms usually have to be booked months in advance
OysterUpper-middle-range
"Beach House Resort feels more like a boutique hotel... this upper-middle-range property is a good value." Full review
Jetsetter "A relaxing, award-winning oceanfront retreat with a prime location on South Carolina’s coveted shoreline." Full review
Star Service "The location is what lures most midrange vacationers, especially those that want to be in the thick of it. One of the other highlights is the popular poolside palapa bar with live music." Full review
Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island Fodor's Frommer's
Zagat Oyster
Gayot Star Service
Condé Nast Traveler
Travel + Leisure
130 Shipyard Drive, Hilton Head, SC 29928
From $103/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's "Decorated in a classy nautical theme and set in a luxuriant garden, the Sonesta is the centerpiece of Shipyard Plantation, which means guests have access to all its amenities." Full review
Frommer's "Tucked away in the Shipyard Plantation and designed as the centerpiece of that plantation's 800 acres, this five-story inn gives the Westin stiff competition." Full review
Zagat "Set on 11 acres of beachfront property, the resort offers modern, stylish rooms."
OysterUpscale
"The upscale property has plenty to offer, including several restaurants... as well as children’s activities. The lovely heated pools are a highlight." Full review
Gayot "For a tranquil island escape this resort offers sandy beaches and quiet tropical gardens."
Star Service "Located in Shipyard Plantation, by the oceanfront and close to shopping and recreation, this development encompasses 800 acres dotted with homes, condominiums and a few budget hotels." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "The 11 acres of tropical gardens set the scene for this idyllic resort, located on a stretch of the region’s most alluring coastline." Full review
Travel + Leisure "There's little reason to leave this inviting property after parking the car, thanks to a huge pool complex and five on-site restaurants, several of which offer oceanfront outdoor seating"
Hilton Head Island Travel Guide
February 26, 2021
