Fodor's Expert Review Beach House Hilton Head Island

Located along one of the island's busiest stretches of sand, this Holiday Inn--branded resort is within walking distance of Coligny Plaza's shops and restaurants. The hotel emphasizes laid-back comforts in its spacious guest rooms. Oceanfront rooms usually have to be booked months in advance, particularly if you're planning to visit in summer. The island’s legendary barefoot beach bar, the Tiki Hut, is hugely popular, and there's also an indoor-outdoor poolside eatery called the Porch Southern Kitchen & Bar.