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Recreation on Hilton Head Island
Step onto the beach of Marriott Hilton Head Resort & Spa and enjoy breathtaking Atlantic Ocean views as you indulge at our oceanfront resort. With championship golf, tennis, miles of bike trails, and spa at your leisure, you'll find pure relaxation on Hilton Head Island.
Located along the gorgeous South Carolina shoreline, the Marriott Hilton Head Resort & Spa offers an ideal location for rest and relaxation. Discover great on-site activities to make your time away a true getaway.
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Recreation on Hilton Head Island
Indoor & Outdoor Pools
Dive into our outdoor pool, or relax poolside where you can soak in the rays or take shade under a palm tree. We also offer an indoor heated pool with glass-top roof that lets in natural light.
Amenities also include:
- Whirlpool
- 15 cabanas with food and beverage service
- Complimentary Internet on pool deck
- Casual poolside dining
- Liquid Bar: Dine on seasonal delights with a view of the ocean at our beachfront bar.
- Ocean Blue: Our oceanfront restaurant features signature American cuisine.
- Poolside dining: Enjoy a cocktail with your lunch while relaxing on the pool deck.
After a few laps, dive into some great seasonal activities to keep you engaged, enjoy Dive in Movies, S'mores and group bike rides along our coastline. Our resort also features live music on the pool deck and fun arts and crafts for kids of all ages.
Recreation on Hilton Head Island
Resort Activities
Our unbeatable location & ideal climate keep families and friends coming back year after year. We offer a variety of resort activities, perfect for guests of all ages.
Some of our fun activities include:
- Beach volleyball
- Basketball court
- Bike rentals
- Kayaking (Nature Lovers enjoy 11 winding miles of our Lagoons at Palmetto Dunes)
- Parasailing (Enjoy this off-site excursion)
- Hotel game room
- Watersports (Enjoy this off-site excursion)
- Golf courses
- Tennis courts
Spa Soleil
Spoil yourself or pamper a loved one with a visit to Spa Soleil, our on-site spa. Indulge your body and soul and treat your senses to an array of treatments. Relax or rejuvenate - the choice is yours.
Services include:
- Massages
- Facials
- Manicures and pedicures
- Body treatments
- Teen spa
Extend your spa experience when you leave Hilton Head Island. Our Spa Shop sells a wide range of top-of-the-line skincare products, SOI candles and Spa Ritual polish.
Three Award-Winning Championship Golf Courses
Championship Golf
Golf enthusiasts visit from all over the world to experience the prestine greens of Hilton Head Island and its coastal beauty.
Experience Our Golf Courses at Palmetto Dunes
Arthur Hills Golf Course: Features 10 holes on lagoons, new golf bikes and carts with USB chargers. Home to one of the Lowcountry's most historic lighthouses, the Hilton Head Range Light Station.
George Fazio Golf Course: Was named 2014 Course of the Year by South Carolina Golf Course Owners Association and is Hilton Head Island's only par-70 course. With relatively small greens and undulating surfaces, the course challenges golfers throughout their game. The course also features new golf bikes.
Robert Trent Jones Oceanfront Course: Appeals to novice as well as experienced players and offers wide fairways, expansive greens, challenging bunkers, and subtle elevation changes. Shares its home with a Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary, and also features golf carts with Visage GPS Mobile Golf System.
Palmetto Dunes Tennis Center
Whatever your skill level, you'll find the right place to stay connected to the sport. Our resort offers 23 clay courts and 2 Nova ProBounce courts, of which six are lighted for nighttime play.
Award Winning Tennis
You'll find our award-winning tennis center the place to perfect your game. Seasonal activities are available or jump right in to a daily round robin tournament. Take advantage at our variety of instructional programs hosted by our pros including private lessons. Just a few of the many reasons our resort is one of the world's best tennis destinations.
Our resort and tennis center have received the following accolades:
- Ranked among "The 50 Greatest U.S. Tennis Resorts" by Tennis Magazine
- Ranked #2 in the world for instruction and events
- Ranked #3 in the world for junior programs
- Ranked #5 in the world overall by Tennis Resorts Online
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Local Activities
Hilton Head Island is known for great weather and outdoor recreation. Discover adventure and the natural wonders of the island while exploring the beauty that surrounds the resort.
As the Lowcountry's coastal beauty, guests can start by connecting with the island on two wheels. Outfitters offers bike rentals and has beach cruisers, kids' versions and hybrid bikes perfect for sightseeing and tackling the trails.
Other activities include:
Kayak/canoe rentals: 11-mile lagoon system offers the perfect setting for exploring the ecosystems and learning more about wildlife that calls the Lowcountry home.
Boating: Fishing charters are available in the calm flat waters of the lagoon where you can catch redfish, black drum, flounder and even Tarpon.
Surf lessons: Learn to catch the waves of the big blue, with experienced surfers guiding you along the way.
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Shelter Cove Marina
Make the most of your trip.
Spread across 15 acres and just a few minutes from the resort, Shelter Cove Marina is the largest marina on the island. The resort offers complimentary shuttle service to the marina, which is home to several restaurants serving the freshest seafood-straight from the day boat to your table.
Activities and offerings at the marina include:
- Dining, shopping, entertainment and excursions
- Live music nightly
- 170-slip marina to accommodate 135-foot vessels
