Sullivan's Island
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Visit Sullivan's Island
Where to stay in Sullivan's Island

Sullivan's Island Historic District
If you're spending some time in Sullivan's Island Historic District, Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park and Charleston Lighthouse are top sights worth seeing.

The Francis Marion Hotel
Friendly attentive staff and great location
Reviewed on 6 Feb, 2026

The Ryder Hotel
Everything was great, very nice and comfortable room. Great amenities, and friendly team. Would definitiley stay again, but we would ask for a room with a better view. The room was cave like because we face a wall and overlooked the driveway to the parking.
Reviewed on 2 Feb, 2026

Emeline
Resort fees were ridiculous. No amenities to call it a resort.
Reviewed on 3 Feb, 2026

The Iris Charleston
Staff & device were welcoming & excellent. Beds were very comfortable, even the pullout sofa. Great location
Reviewed on 3 Feb, 2026

The Palmetto House
Excellent set-up - two large bedrooms with comfy king-sized beds, a nice living/sitting room and kitchen. The unit is right across the street from a nice small Mexican restaurant with good margaritas (if you arrive early for check-in). The owner/manager was in contact in case we needed anything, ...
Reviewed on 6 Nov, 2025

The Quarters on King
stayed here twice!
Reviewed on 10 Nov, 2025
Popular places to visit

Fort Moultrie
Learn about more than 240 years of seacoast defense, from the American Revolution to World War II, at this important fort on South Carolina’s Sullivan’s Island.

Charleston Lighthouse
Find out about the history of Sullivan's Island when you spend time at Charleston Lighthouse.
United States Coast Guard Historic District
Learn about the local history of Sullivan's Island with a stop at United States Coast Guard Historic District. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Things to do

Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston

Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry

Ferry Round Trip between Waterfront Park and Daniel Island

Charleston Tour: Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

Charleston Haunted Horse and Carriage Evening Tour

