Hilton Head Island travel guide

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You're Going to Love Hilton Head Island

With a population of 37.099, Hilton Head Island is a must-see destination in South Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Hilton Head Island to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Hilton Head Island

If you’re looking for affordable options, Skull Creek Dockside Restaurant (2 Hudson Road) and Old Oyster Factory (101 Marshland Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Hilton Head Island

Hilton Head Island in January
Estimated hotel price
€155
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hilton Head Island in January
Estimated hotel price
€155
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Hilton Head Island in July, when the average temperature is 27 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 4 °C, with an average temperature of 10 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 199 mm. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Hilton Head Island, with an average rainfall of 62 mm.

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How to Get to Hilton Head Island

Plane

When flying to Hilton Head Island, you’ll arrive at Hilton Head Island (HHH), which is located 5 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Hilton Head Island, you’ll arrive at Hilton Head Island (HHH), which is located 5 km from the city centre.

Airports near Hilton Head Island

Airlines serving Hilton Head Island

Lufthansa
Good (4,614 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,451 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,599 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,282 reviews)
Air France
Good (974 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,930 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,478 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,729 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,160 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,515 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (708 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,607 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (4,525 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hilton Head Island

Average rates range from around €250 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €351 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn Hilton Head and Holiday Inn Express Hilton Head Island. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Hilton Head Island, with prices from €36 to €591 per night. Harbour Town is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Hilton Head Island are about 8% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Hilton Head Island

Most booked hotels in Hilton Head Island

Palmera Inn and Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
€213+
Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
€414+
The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
€417+
Beach House Resort Hilton Head
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
€259+
Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
€361+
Hilton Beachfront Resort and Spa Hilton Head Island
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
€281+

Hiring a car in Hilton Head Island

Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Thrifty are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Hilton Head Island is the Budget branch at 120 Beach City Road, which is 5 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay €0.97 per litre in Hilton Head Island (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €11.56 and €15.41. The most frequently booked car type in Hilton Head Island is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Chevrolet Volt or similar) is, on average, 67% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Thrifty are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Hilton Head Island is the Budget branch at 120 Beach City Road, which is 5 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay €0.97 per litre in Hilton Head Island (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €11.56 and €15.41. The most frequently booked car type in Hilton Head Island is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Chevrolet Volt or similar) is, on average, 67% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.