10 Best Family Friendly Resorts and 10 Things To Do in South Carolina

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Below are the 10 Best Family Friendly Resorts in South Carolina!

1. SONESTA RESORT HILTON HEAD ISLAND

The Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island is the perfect getaway for families and couples, destination weddings, and is the place to meet for groups of all sizes. Located within Shipyard Plantation, the Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island is adjacent to Van Der Meer Tennis and Shipyard Golf. Our hotel is only 35 miles from Beaufort, S.C., 45 Miles from Savannah and 100 miles from historic Charleston. Hilton Head Island and the Lowcountry is also home to the RBC Heritage Golf Tournament Presented by Boeing. For the ultimate vacation experience or the premiere meeting spot, the Sonesta Resort is the place to be on Hilton Head Island.

2. MARINA INN AT GRANDE DUNES

Centrally located to top area attractions; AAA 4 diamond rated since 2007 and a 2011 Top 25 Hotel in the US. Amenities include private access beach with full amenities; pools, whirlpools, sauna, workout facility, resort shuttle, championship course and tennis onsite. Additional amenities include: Wi-Fi, valet parking, concierge and in-room spa services. Dining options range from casual to elegant and include our signature restaurant WaterScapes and Ruth's Chris also located onsite.

3. HAMPTON INN & SUITES MYRTLE BEACH/OCEANFRONT

Hampton Inn & Suites Myrtle Beach-Oceanfront hotel, located directly on the beach. Our Myrtle Beach hotel is located just two miles from Myrtle Beach Jetport and minutes from local attractions like Market Common, Broadway at the Beach, Coastal Grand Mall, and Myrtle Beach's new 'Sky Wheel'. Our two-story lobby with pine floors offers beautiful Atlantic Ocean views. Start your day right with Hampton's free hot breakfast(R) and enjoy views of the ocean. Enjoy a gourmet blend of coffee available every day, all day. Sunbathe and swim in one of our two lazy rivers, three outdoor and four indoor pools at our Myrtle Beach oceanfront hotel. Our beachfront playground is great for the little ones in your family.

4. MONTAGE PALMETTO BLUFF

Montage Palmetto Bluff, a prestigious luxury inn with gracious South Carolina cottages and village homes, is located along the May River. Just 30 minutes from nearby Savannah, GA and Hilton Head, SC, the resort has beautifully appointed cottages, cottage suites and resort rooms as well as luxury two, three and four bedroom home rentals. Spa Montage is one of the top-rated spas in the United States. 6 on-property restaurants and a gourmet food shop all provide for an array of dining options from casual to exquisite. Multiple pool facilities, fitness centers and a movement studio with complimentary classes are available. Extensive activities are offered including: equestrian, boating, kayaking, 18-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course and croquet and tennis facility. The resort also features a wealth of stunning and intimate locations for weddings and events.

5. KIAWAH ISLAND GOLF RESORT

Located just 21-miles south of beautiful and historic Charleston, South Carolina, Kiawah Island Golf Resort offers an unmatched golf experience with a unique combination of distinctive golf courses, a spectacularly beautiful natural setting, luxurious resort amenities and gracious hospitality. With close to 600 villas and luxury homes and the Forbes Five Star/AAA Five Diamond, 255-room oceanfront hotel and spa, The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort, the resort offers a wide variety of accommodation options.

6. OCEAN 22 BY HILTON GRAND VACATIONS

Within minutes of attractions like Broadway at the Beach, many golf courses and music hot spots, Ocean 22 by Hilton Grand Vacations is perfect for everyone. An all-suite hotel, Ocean 22 is only two blocks from the Convention Center and offers fully-equipped kitchens plus washer/dryers en suite. An indoor/outdoor pool, deli, fitness center, pool bar and Wi-Fi round out the amenities.

7. SURFSIDE BEACH OCEANFRONT HOTEL

Wake every morning to the sound of crashing waves. Skip shells into the ocean, trace your initials in the sand and bliss out on the beach. A seaside escape/beach retreat is always a good idea and Surfside Oceanfront Hotel, formerly Surfside Beach Resort, is always ready to welcome you over!

8. OMNI HILTON HEAD OCEANFRONT RESORT 

Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a luxury setting with an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. Given the close proximity of popular landmarks, such as Hilton Head Range Rear Lighthouse (0.7 mi) and Holy Family Catholic Church (2.4 mi), guests of Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort can easily experience some of Hilton Head's most well known attractions. Rooms at Hilton Oceanfront Resort Hilton Head Island Hotel offer a flat screen TV, a refrigerator, and air conditioning providing exceptional comfort and convenience, and guests can go online with free internet access. At Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort, your comfort and satisfaction come first, and they look forward to welcoming you to Hilton Head.

9. DUNES VILLAGE RESORT

Dunes Village is home of the area’s only indoor water parks; 30,000 square feet of water fun! 4 adult-size water slides, water basketball, lazy rivers, kiddie pools, mushroom waterfalls and the list goes on. Tennis buffs stay limber on the tennis court and basketball fans shoot hoops on the basketball court. Children enjoy the year-round supervised activity program, giving parents an opportunity to sit back and relax knowing the kiddies are having fun of their own. Dine in one of the 2 onsite restaurants or sip a cup of coffee from Seattle’s Best Coffee. At the end of the day, our spacious studios, suites and condos are the perfect ending to a great day at this award winning resort.

10. STAYBRIDGE SUITES ROCK HILL

Our guests will enjoy southern hospitality and the comforts of home while away for business or pleasure. Our hotel is perfect for the long term stay guests with complete kitchens or the business traveler wanting to work in a home-like surrounding. A hot buffet breakfast is served daily with all the classics and pleasing to all palettes. Our hospitality hours are sure to make you think of home with light dinner options, complimentary beer and wine on Mon-Wed 5:30-7:30pm. Our amenities include indoor heated pool, Fitness room, Backyard BBQ, sports court, and game room.

Here are 10 Things To Do in South Carolina:

1. Learn about the history of South Carolina while on a carriage ride!

2. Visit the Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach

3. Take a walk around the beautiful Falls Parks on the Reedy

4. Explore various water activities at Outside Hilton Head; take a 2 hour kayak tour, 90 minute dolphin tour, and so much more!

5. Visit the Center for Birds of Prey

6. Be sure to take a swim in Myrtle Beach!

7. Entertain yourself and go shopping at Broadway at the Beach

8. Visit the historic house with beautiful gardens at Magnolia Plantations and Gardens

9. Explore the historic monument of Mount Sumter.

10. Relive your childhood by riding the SkyWheel, which looks over all of Myrtle Beach and produces a light show!