How to Find Cheap Hotels in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. With 12 miles of sandy beaches and some of the best golfing and tennis amenities in the country, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina is arguably the perfect vacation getaway.
Appreciate the natural beauty of this semi-tropical island. Hilton Head Island is wooded with palms and moss-laden oaks, and teeming with marine life (including a resident school of dolphins). No structures may be higher than the tree line and billboards are not permitted.
Bring your golf clubs. Hilton Head Island is rated one of the top 10 golf destinations in the world and is home of the PGA tournament. Many area hotels offer golf and room packages; preferred tee times are often available through package deals like this.
Plan to go shopping. Hilton Head Island is a shopping haven with several outlet malls and shopping centers, as well as many unique boutiques, both on and off the island.
Get into the swing of things. Hilton Head Island has more than 360 world-class tennis courts, both public and private, with 4 being rated among the top 50 clubs in the U.S.
Make a splash. Hilton Head Island has more water activities than you can count. Take a sunset cruise, go kayaking, charter a fishing boat, or take a nature cruise and see the dolphins up close.
Bring the family. Hilton Head Island's Adventure Cove is fun and exciting for the entire family with a miniature golf course, gaming arcade and more.
Go sightseeing. Hilton Head is situated on the southeastern part of South Carolina and there are many other points of interest nearby. Historic Savannah, Georgia, for instance, is only 35 miles to the south.
Take the scenic route to South Carolina. Hilton Head Island is only a 20 minute drive from Exit 8 on I-95.
Fly to South Carolina. Hilton Head Airport is only 5 miles from the island and Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport is 45 miles to the south.
To book accommodations, contact South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism at (803) 734-0173 or visit their Web site (see Resources below).
Consider staying at one of the oceanfront resorts on Hilton Head Island; these often offer cheap accommodations, even in the busy tourist season. Rates range from just over a hundred dollars to several hundred per night.
Consider staying in a hotel or motel near the bike path. You can save by forgoing a rental car and renting a bike instead. Cruise any or all of the bike paths that wind around Hilton Head Island's 12 miles of glistening sand and surf.
Book a golf-themed package at a mid-level chain hotel to save on greens fees. Many area hotels offer cheap golf and room packages; preferred tee times are often available through package deals like this. Hilton Head Island is rated one of the top 10 golf destinations in the world and is home of the PGA tournament.
Rent an apartment or house directly from the owner. Short-term seasonal rentals range from just under a thousand dollars to several thousand dollars per month. Although not as cheap as a motel, this option can be less expensive for longer stays or for large groups.
