South Beach Travel Guide
Hilton Head Island

Popular places to visit

Coligny Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Coligny Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Hilton Head Island. Wander the seaside and forests while you're in the area.

Shelter Cove Harbour
Explore the waterfront of Shelter Cove Harbour and enjoy other activities such as golfing in Hilton Head Island. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Harbour Town Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Hilton Head Island with a stop at Harbour Town Lighthouse. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Coligny Plaza
You can enjoy retail therapy at Coligny Plaza during your trip to Hilton Head Island. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Sea Pines Forest Preserve
Explore the lovely green spaces of Sea Pines Forest Preserve and enjoy the golf courses in Hilton Head Island. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Harbour Town Golf Links
Enjoy a round of golf in Hilton Head Island at Harbour Town Golf Links. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Things to do

Hilton Head Island: Ocean Dolphin Cruise

Morning Dolphin and Donut Cruise (Up to 6 Passengers)

Hilton Head Island: Disappearing Island and Dolphin Tour

Immersive Experience of Reconstruction Era National Park

Hilton Head Island: Dolphin Watching Cruise with Donuts

Historic Tour of Tybee Island
Top hotels in South Beach

Hyatt Regency Savannah
From the Booking to check out it was an Amazing Experience.Walk out the back and you are right on RiverStreet. We had River View room and it was Great .windows were So clean, to be able to see clearly. Stay there and you Will Not Regret it.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Hilton Beachfront Resort & Spa Hilton Head Island
The location on the beach was excellent with easy beach access. The pool, spa and fitness center were all excellent. The food was good, but a little overpriced. The property was very clean. Housekeeping in our room could have been a little better.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026

The DeSoto
The room was very clean. Downside, no fridge in the room and the pool and gym were both closed due to maintenance. Overall, great location and fabulous staff.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Beach House Resort Hilton Head
Overall, we had a good stay. The room was clean and neat, but the hallways, elevators, etc are in need of some updating. The beach and eateries were nice.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island
Everything was great! Staff went above and beyond! Food was delicious! Only issue was the online menu was incorrect and caused my husband not to get what he wanted for dinner our last night there. The only improvement would be to add a 1 hour photo kiosk to the Sea Glass so you could develop pictures. ...
Reviewed on 13 May 2026

The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa
What used to feel like a relaxing, family-friendly destination now feels more like a crowded convention center. From the moment we arrived, it felt like guests were more of a nuisance than welcomed visitors. The atmosphere was chaotic, staff seemed overwhelmed, and there was very little of the warm, ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Beach

Bald Eagle West
While Bald Eagle West isn't home to many top sights, South Beach and Harbour Town Golf Links are some notable places to visit nearby.

Baynard Oaks
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Baynard Oaks and surrounding area, you can visit Harbour Town Golf Links and Harbour Town Lighthouse.

Heritage Woods
While there might not be top attractions in Heritage Woods, you can explore the larger area and discover places like South Beach and Harbour Town Golf Links.

Atlantic Pointe
While there might not be top attractions in Atlantic Pointe, you can explore the larger area and discover places like South Beach and Atlantic Dunes by Davis Love III.

Harbour Town
If you're spending some time in Harbour Town, Harbour Town Lighthouse and Gregg Russell Harbour Town Playground are top sights worth seeing.

Beach Lagoon
While Beach Lagoon isn't home to many top sights, Atlantic Dunes by Davis Love III and South Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
