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Very Good
4.5/5
Based on 3651 guest reviews
- We have an outdoor pool
- The Avg. Group Discount is 9.8%!
- Gym / Fitness Center Available
- Hotel has 340 rooms
- 5 floors in hotel
- 9 suites in hotel
- Check in time: 4:00PM
- Group score of 10.0/10
- Hotel has 14 meeting rooms
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
Local Attractions
World renowned Van Der Meer Tennis Center and Shipyard Golf are located on property. Coligny Plaza, Park Plaza and Sea Pines offer over 150 restaurants and night life establishments within a five mile radius.
Map & Attractions for Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island
Verified Reviews of Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:"Sonesta Resort Stay."
Overall Score3.0/ 5
Everything was nice at the resort except for the water fills up in the bathtub while taking a shower.
Rosalyn R. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from 
25-Nov-2020 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Nov 21 to Mon Nov 23 2020 at a $122.07 average nightly rate. 
"Accommodations were great. Elevator was not. Got Stuck."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Everything was great except for the elevator incident ! Had to use steps rest of trip because we couldn't trust elevator to work properly ! Also, elevators took too long to come to floors when called !
Brian M. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
16-Aug-2019 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Aug 13 to Wed Aug 14 2019 at a $192.04 average nightly rate. "Nice Get Away."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
We had a nice time. On Thursday at the pool we were there for two hrs and still no one asked us if we wanted to order food or drinks. She asked everyone around us. We were there for three hours. That was poor customer service.
Rima L. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
05-Apr-2019 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Apr 02 to Sat Apr 06 2019 at a $311.49 average nightly rate. "Nice Get Away."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
We had a nice time. On Thursday at the pool we were there for two hrs and still no one asked us if we wanted to order food or drinks. She asked everyone around us. We were there for three hours. That was poor customer service.
Rima L. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
05-Apr-2019 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Apr 02 to Sat Apr 06 2019 at a $311.49 average nightly rate. "5 star In my opinion!!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
5 star! from entering to leaving
Debbie G. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
18-Nov-2013 Verified Review "5 star In my opinion!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
5 star! from entering to leaving.
Debbie G. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
18-Nov-2013 Verified Review Property Description
The resort is located within Shipyard Plantation and encompasses 11 acres of lush gardens and tropical settings. The lagoons and greenery give way to the view of the ocean and pristine beaches. With 340 guest rooms and over 25,000 square feet of meeting space, the resort is ideal for all occasions.RESTAURANTS AND BARS:Bayley's Bar and Terrace Bayley's transforms throughout the day, and is recognized as the heart of the hotel's hospitality. It is the place for a quick morning coffee, afternoon sweets and refreshments, and sophisticated evening cocktails. Located overlooking the lobby, it welcomes you into the resort.Seacrest Terrace and PatioThe resort's lively outdoor location for lunch and small plate evening appetizers is located conveniently off of the lobby. An inviting location to sip a cocktail, sit by the fire, and enjoy an always changing menu of small plates and appetizers. The perfect place for a glass of wine, martini or classic cocktail before or after dinner. Seacrest features patio and terrace seating.Heyward's RestaurantThe premier restaurant for the Sonesta Resort and Shipyard Plantation. The restaurant serves both breakfast and dinner daily with a Lowcountry flavor. Plans include offering a Friday Night Supper Club Seafood and Prime Rib Buffet and Saturday Night Social Club with exceptional steaks, succulent seafood and exceptional wine. This fine dining offering offers views of the lush landscape surrounding the resort.Sweet Cane Bar and GrillSweet Cane is the pool side place to be, featuring refreshing beverages and casual dining. It provides a relaxed atmosphere with efficient, professional service. Guests enjoy an a la carte lunch, daily happy hour promotions, and weekly entertainment.The Oceanfront Pavilion is the perfect setting for weddings of a larger scale. This 7,000 square foot covered pavilion overlooks the sandy beaches of Hilton Head and the beautiful Atlantic Ocean. The Ocean Pavilion is a highly flexible venue to house your event while incorporating the pristine beauty of the South Carolina coastline. The Oceanfront Pavilion is available for your wedding function at a rental charge of $1,500.00 - $5,000.00. The rental fee fluctuates based on the specifics of each Wedding. This charge includes tables, draping, and set up. All Food and Beverage charges are in addition to the rental charge and are not quoted in the rental price. The Ocean Pavilion cannot be guaranteed for your function until six months prior to arrival. The Santee Ballroom of the Sonesta Resort meshes the elegance of a world class resort with an elegantly appointed nautical theme. The Ballroom offers beautiful function space which can be adjusted according to size through the use of air wall partitions. The Grand Ballroom is available for your function at a rental charge of $625.00 per section. Each Section is approximately 775 square feet. This charge includes tables, drapings and set up. All Food and Beverage charges are in addition to the rental charge and are not quoted in the rental price. ***all prices are subject to change without notice.*** BANQUET MENUS:Our Catering/Conference Service managers specialize in designing menus tailored to the specific needs of your group. This will insure a truly memorable event. We will be pleased to create the menus for your catered events at your request.
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 4:00PM |
| Check Out: | 12:00PM |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2013 |
| Floors: | 5 |
| Rooms: | 340 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 340 |
| Handicap Rooms: | |
| Suites: | 9 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Don't Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 14 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 36697 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 800 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | On-site |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | 3.0 Mi |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | On-site |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | 4:30pm - 12:00am |
| Pool Info: Two Heated Pools Open Year Round. One Outdoor and one Covered | |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: 3 days prior to arrival. | |
| Nightly Parking: | 0 |
| Typical Group Deposit: | dependent on specific groups |
| Total Taxes: | 11.00% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $25.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| State Tax: | 10.00% (Occupancy Tax) |
| Resort/Hotel Fee: | 20.00 Per Night (Resort Facilities Fee) |
| Additional Person Fee: | 20.00 Per Person (Additional Person Fee) |
| Additional Room Fees: | 2.00 Per Night (Destination Fee) |
| Food and Beverage Service Charge: | 23.00% |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- ATM
- Baggage storage facilities
- Breakfast in room
- Central location
- Child facilities
- Clothes drying
- Complimentary newspaper
- Concierge service
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Credit card accepted: Diners Club
- Dinner available
- Electronic key card
- Elevator
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fax available
- Fitness and health center
- Free local calls
- Golf course on hotel grounds
- Grocery service
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Central heating
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Internet - ethernet
- Ironing facilities
- Jacuzzi
- Laundry facilities
- Licensed bar
- Movies in room
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Office or business center
- Pets allowed
- Private bathroom in room
- Private car parking
- Private garden grounds
- Quiet location
- Radio in room
- Refrigerator
- Restaurant
- 24 hours room service
- Safe in rooms
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Shop
- Shower
- Shows or evening entertainment
- Spa
- Swimming pool - outdoor
- Swimming pool - indoor
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone
- Telephone in all rooms
- Telephone - Free local calls
- Television
- TV - Free Cable
- Tennis court
- Terrace
- Travellers cheques accepted
- TV room
- Valet Parking
- Voicemail
Airport & Shuttle Information
HHH - (Hilton Head Island is 10 minutes awaySAV - (Savannah International) is about an hour drive,Taxi service available
Local Shuttle Info: Within Shipyard Plantation is complimentary
Breakfast Information
Breakfast a la carte in on site restaurant or $21.95 per person buffet (available seasonally)
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Yes! Pets are allowed.$150 Pet Cleaning Fee per Room
About Sonesta
- For long stays, check out the Sonesta ES studio suites
- More than 55 properties in brand
- For groups they can typically comp 1 room per 40
The Sonesta highlights above are subject to change without notice.
Previously known as:
Crowne Plaza Beach Resort, Crowne Plaza Hilton Head Island Beach Resort, Crowne Plaza Hilton Head Island
Seasonality and Projections at Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island
The chart above shows fluctuations of prices for both our group prices and the best individual traveler prices our rate checker could find at the time the group bid was submitted. The best group discount displayed is 60.9% in the month of December 2019 and the highest average individual rate is $399 in the month of June 2021. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island in a month when rates are lower.
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island.
Feel free to use the Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Hilton Head Island event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sqft.) | Banquet 5'/6'  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-Shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theater | Reception | Regist. Desk  |
| Santee Ballroom | 130 x 76 x 16 | 9880 | 800/800 | 575 | 650 | 237 | 283 | 237 | 62/49 | 1110 | 1100 | 988 |
Close This Santee BallroomRoom Type: Ballroom Total Size: 9880 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 130 x 76 x 16 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 25+ Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Discounts available on room rental with food and beverage spend.    | ||||||||||||
| 2nd Floor Meeting Room | 25 x 28 x 8 | 700 | 35/35 | 30 | 30 | 28 | 25 | 30 | --/-- | 60 | 40 | -- |
Close This 2nd Floor Meeting RoomRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 700 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 25 x 28 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: 2 Power Outlets: 4 Columns: 0 Windows: 2 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Discounts available on room rental with food and beverage spend.  | ||||||||||||
| Beaufort Boardroom | 12 x 22 x 9 | 264 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 10 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close This Beaufort BoardroomRoom Type: Boardroom Total Size: 264 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 12 x 22 x 9 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Power Outlets: 4 Columns: 0 Windows: 1 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Discounts available on room rental with food and beverage spend.  | ||||||||||||
| 1/4 Santee Ballroom | 76 x 33 x 16 | 2508 | --/210 | 150 | 160 | 60 | 64 | -- | 16/13 | 250 | 240 | -- |
Close This 1/4 Santee BallroomRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 2508 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 76 x 33 x 16 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 6 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Discounts available on room rental with food and beverage spend. | ||||||||||||
| 1/2 Santee Ballroom | 76 x 64 x 16 | 4864 | --/410 | 260 | 310 | -- | -- | -- | 30/-- | 475 | 465 | -- |
Close This 1/2 Santee BallroomRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 4864 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 76 x 64 x 16 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 12 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Discounts available on room rental with food and beverage spend. | ||||||||||||
| Shipyard Beach Club | 0 x 0 x 0 | 4000 | --/-- | -- | 60 | -- | 44 | -- | --/-- | 120 | 60 | -- |
Close This Shipyard Beach ClubRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 4000 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 0 x 0 x 0 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available | ||||||||||||
| Charleston Dorchester Jasper Each | 28 x 25 x 8 | 700 | --/-- | -- | 30 | -- | 25 | -- | --/-- | 60 | 30 | -- |
Close This Charleston Dorchester Jasper EachRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 700 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 28 x 25 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available | ||||||||||||
| Savannah Junior Ballroom | 52 x 50 x 10 | 2600 | --/180 | 151 | 120 | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | 250 | 300 | -- |
Close This Savannah Junior BallroomRoom Type: Ballroom Total Size: 2600 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 52 x 50 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Power Outlets: 6 Columns: 2 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Savannah Ballroom | 52 x 50 x 10 | 2600 | --/-- | -- | 120 | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | 250 | 300 | -- |
Close This Savannah BallroomRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 2600 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 52 x 50 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available | ||||||||||||
| Oceanfront Beach Pavilion | 0 x 0 x 0 | 7000 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | 600 | -- |
Close This Oceanfront Beach PavilionRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 7000 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 0 x 0 x 0 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available | ||||||||||||
| Savannah A | 52 x 28 x 10 | 1456 | --/-- | -- | 70 | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | 150 | 175 | -- |
Close This Savannah ARoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 1456 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 52 x 28 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available | ||||||||||||
| Salon D or E each | 76 x 33 x 16 | 2508 | --/-- | -- | 160 | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | 250 | 240 | -- |
Close This Salon D or E eachRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 2508 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 76 x 33 x 16 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available | ||||||||||||
| Savannah B | 52 x 22 x 10 | 1144 | --/-- | -- | 50 | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | 100 | 120 | -- |
Close This Savannah BRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 1144 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 52 x 22 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available | ||||||||||||
| Salons A B C F G H each | 31 x 25 x 14 | 775 | --/-- | -- | 40 | -- | 30 | -- | --/-- | 75 | 35 | -- |
Close This Salons A B C F G H eachRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 775 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 31 x 25 x 14 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available | ||||||||||||
| Berkeley | 28 x 20 x 8 | 560 | --/-- | -- | 25 | -- | 20 | -- | --/-- | 50 | 35 | -- |
Close This BerkeleyRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 560 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 28 x 20 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available | ||||||||||||
| Hampton | 14 x 11 x 9 | 154 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | 12 | -- |
Close This HamptonRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 154 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 14 x 11 x 9 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available | ||||||||||||
| Salons ABC FGH combined | 76 x 31 x 14 | 2356 | --/-- | -- | 150 | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | 225 | 225 | -- |
Close This Salons ABC FGH combinedRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 2356 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 76 x 31 x 14 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available | ||||||||||||
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FAQs about Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island
What time is check in?
Check in time is 4:00PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 12:00PM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island have?
There are 340 sleeping rooms in the hotel.
Is there any meeting space at Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island?
Yes, they have 14 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island?
Breakfast a la carte in on site restaurant or $21.95 per person buffet (available seasonally)
Is there a gym at Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island?
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
Is there room service at Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island?
Yes. Room service could have been improved. Most guests complained about the room service.
Is there valet service?
Yes. Great valet service. Most guests were impressed by the valet service.
Is there shopping nearby?
Yes. Located near shopping areas and the beach. Great shopping. Most guests liked the proximity to shopping.
Are there good dining options at Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island?
Overpriced dining.
Is there a WiFi internet?
Yes. WiFi system needs upgrading. Wifi quality could be improved. Most guests said the wifi quality was bad.
Are there rooms with kitchenettes?
Yes. Kitchenette needs more attention. Most guests were unsatisfied with the kitchenette.
Is there a bar?
Yes. Bar service was unacceptable, according to 57%.
Is there a pool at Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island?
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Two Heated Pools Open Year Round. One Outdoor and one Covered.
Testimonials:
"Fantastic!! I will definitely come back for future travel. I just input criteria, and the rest is done for me! I wish I'd discovered this years ago!!" R.T. - Columbus, MS
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