Located along the pristine shores of Kiawah Island, South Carolina, this exquisitely designed luxurious hotel, just thirty minutes from downtown Charleston, captures the spirit, history, and charm of southern hospitality.

The island is a hidden secret and serves as one of America's most beautiful natural environments. The Sanctuary, a new ultra-luxurious hotel and spa, serenely captures the natural beauty of Kiawah Island.

Luxurious Accommodations at The Sanctuary

The Sanctuary offers 255 spacious rooms and suites, including the 3000-square-foot Presidential Suite. Our king rooms are among the largest on the East Coast with the smallest measuring 520 square feet. All rooms are uniquely designed to include such exquisite amenities as a handcrafted desk and armoire, an elegantly appointed sofa and chair, and custom made beds. Each of our beds has been ergonomically designed and layered with luxurious Italian linens to provide an ultimate night's rest and comfort.

Ocean Front, Ocean View, and Garden/Spa Guest Rooms
Large one bedroom private rooms situated throughout the hotel. Plantation shutters open to living area and balcony, admitting stunning views while maintaining privacy. Rooms feature either a king bed or two queen beds.

Suites
Eleven Executive Suites offer 1,200 square feet, including spacious living room with parlor and large balcony. The Governor's Suite (1,538 sq ft.) features a large ocean view balcony, gracious living and dining areas and a king bedroom. The luxurious Presidential Suite boasts 3,000 square feet, including a vaulted beam ceiling, living room fireplace, a grand oceanfront balcony and private concierge service. Please ask your Sanctuary at Kiawah Island reservation specialist about our suite options so that you may reserve the one that best suits your desires.

The resort offers five championship golf courses including The Ocean Course, site of the 1991 Ryder Cup, 2007 Senior PGA Championship and the 2012 PGA Championship. Rated as the No. 1 resort on the U.S. Mainland by readers of the prestitious Conde Nast Traveler magazine, the No. 1 golf resort in the U.S. by Golf World magazine, the No. 4 tennis resort in the U.S. by Tennis magazine and Dr. Stephen Leatherman, aka Dr. Beach, has named the island's beach as one of the top 10 in the U.S. The resort offers an award-winning nature and recreation program that's perfect for all ages. All just 21 miles from beautiful and historic Charleston, South Carolina, named the No.2 tourist destination in the U.S. by Conde Nast Traveler magazine.

Both GOLF magazine and Golf Digest magazine have named The Ocean Course as the No. 4 public golf course in America.