I am having a difficult time choosing between these two resorts for my honeymoon at the end of September. In the interest of trying to stay closer to home so we do not have to pay for airfare (we are coming from Raleigh, NC) we have decided to go to Hilton Head (I originally wanted to go to Mexico, but too expensive to fly). I have looked at the reviews and pictures of both of these resorts, but am still having a difficult time choosing. We are looking for a place that has a resort feel to it and has great beach access. I was looking for a place that has a poolside bar and was wondering if anyone knows how late into the season the bars/restaurants at these two places stay open....we will be going from Sept. 28th thru Oct. 3rd. Also, does anyone know if they have any rules about bringing coolers to the pool/beach with your own beverages in the case that the bar is closed?
It seems that the Hilton has better restaurants to choose from, but we would probably only need to eat at the resort for breakfast and maybe lunch and we would probably go into town for dinner...I also read that the Hilton is within walking distance to restaurants...is this also the case for the Marriott?
Also, are you able to have a nice view of the beach from the pool area at the Hilton? There seems to be a lot of trees and I was wondering if anyone could comment on which of these resorts has a nicer pool area.
I apologize for all the questions but I really appreciate any help!!
Thank you:)
Marriott Resort %26amp; Spa vs. Hilton Oceanfront
These two hotels are only about 500 yards apart on the beach. Both are located in Palmetto Dunes, but the Hilton is behind a gate and the Marriott is not.
Both have poolside bars, but the Hilton is more laid back. The rooms there also have kitchenettes so you can make breakfast.
You should have no problem with coolers, since the beach is public and town property and not part of the hotel.
My personal preference, and others who have posted is go for the Hilton.
Stan (hhiguy)
Marriott Resort %26amp; Spa vs. Hilton Oceanfront
We have previously stayed at both of the hotels. Very few of the Hilton rooms have an actual beach view. Most look out onto a lagoon/garden area that has a jungle like quality to it. All of the rooms at the Marriott, with the exception of those on the back side of the main building, have some kind of beach view, if not a beachfront view.
Beach access is about the same at both hotels. The Marriott%26#39;s pool is right on the beach, and has lots of chairs and umbrellas. There are several nooks and crannies on the pool deck where you can set up and literally be right at the very edge of the beach.
We were at the Marriott at the end of last September, and the pool bars at both hotels were open (and quite lively, I might add). We mixed adult beverages in plastic stadium cups and went wherever we wanted to, even on the pool deck where waitresses were serving $10.00 cocktails to guests. No one hassled us.
If you are of a mind to try it, these hotels can be gotten at a huge discount on *****line. They are in the ';resort'; category, along with the Westin and Intercontinental. You would have a better than 50% chance of getting the Hilton or the Marriott. Of course, you have pay up front, but we got the Marriott last September for $80.00 a night.
I have stayed at both resorts over the last 2 years, and I really preferred the Hilton. The layout and the pool are nicer at the Marriott. The rooms and bars and price is better at the Hilton.
Neither resort is walking distance for restuarants other than whats on each resort and alexanders (wich doesnt have good review, I have never tried it though).
Both of the pools have beach visability, and are basically on the beach. I am guessing that you are younger than 35 so it seems like the Hilton has a better vibe for your age, but that is just my opinion. Good luck and Congrats
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