The Palmetto State is one of the most popular golfing states in the US. If you’re heading to Myrtle Beach or Hilton Head for a golfing vacation, you should be looking at stay-and-play packages at the top resorts in the area. These packages include golf and accommodation at special rates, which could make your trip more affordable.
1. Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
The Marina Inn is a family resort located in Myrtle Beach. The onsite par 72 course which runs along the waterway, Grande Dunes Resort Course, was designed by Roger Rulewich. Most of the rooms and suites at the Inn feature private balconies with a scenic view of the waterways and golf course.
Marina Inn offers four different stay-and-play packages at their onsite golf course, as well as surrounding courses. One of the most popular packages is the Catch Your “Big Break in Myrtle Beach” Golf Package, which includes three nights’ accommodation at the Inn. Additionally, you get a free round of golf at the Barefoot Landing courses if you pay for three rounds.
2. Fripp Island Golf & Beach Resort
Fripp Island is a beach resort in Saint Helena, South Carolina. The oceanfront resort boasts restaurants, pools, an activity center, and a racquet club. Plus, their vacation rentals include more than 150 accommodation options for group size, from couples to large parties.
While the resort doesn’t offer a ready-to-book stay-and-play golf package, they do grant you the opportunity to customize your own package according to your needs. Thus, you can choose your own accommodation and decide how many rounds of golf you’d like to play during your visit.
3. Legends Golf & Resort
Legends Golf’s package is one of our top recommendations for the best stay and play golf package in Myrtle Beach. This resort offers a total of five different championship courses, namely Heathland, Moorland, Parkland, Heritage Club, and Oyster Bay. The accommodation options include 2 and 3-bedroom condos in a Scottish-inspired village, which are all very close to the onsite pub, Ailsa Pub.
There are two distinct packages that you can choose from when you visit Legends, known as 4 fore 3 and 5 fore 4. Both of these packages include free breakfast, lunch, and 2 beverages for each round of golf, which are standard inclusions at the resort.
4. Ocean Annie’s Resorts
Ocean Annie’s boasts two oceanfront resorts in Myrtle Beach, known as Sands Ocean Club and Sands Beach Club. Lodging at any of the one, two, or three-bedroom options at the resorts includes free access to the waterslides and free golf at Diamondback.
However, if you’d like to explore some of the other courses while staying at an Ocean Annie’s resort, they have additional packages to choose from. The North Myrtle Beach package includes golf at Beachwood, Azalea Sands, or Eagle Nest. The Legend’s package includes golf at three of Legends Resort’s five clubs, including Heathland, Moorland, Parkland, Heritage, and Oyster Bay.
5. Barefoot Resort & Golf
Have you heard of Fazio, Love, Norman, and Dye? Those are Myrtle Beach’s Fantastic Four, which are the four championship courses you can play when vacationing at the Barefoot Resort & Golf. The resort offers a great stay-and-play package, which delivers good value for your money.
The Barefoot Experience Package includes three nights of accommodation in the villas, four rounds of golf (one at each course), and a daily breakfast. You also get $20 off when shopping at any of the resort’s pro shops.
6. The Sea Pines Resort
This premier beachfront resort on Hilton Head Island has three different world-class championship courses, known as Harbour Town Golf Links, Heron Point by Pete Dye, and Atlantic Dunes by Davis Love III.
There are two stay-and-play packages to choose from when visiting The Sea Pines Resort. First, there’s the Inn Golf Package, which includes a round of golf on all three courses and a stay at the four-star hotel, The Inn & Club at Harbour Town. Then, there’s the Villa Golf Package, which includes a round of golf at the three courses and a stay in a luxury villa.
7. Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort
The gorgeous Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort on Hilton Head Island caters to all your needs with its stay-and-play packages. They have three diverse options, ranging from fully customizable to group golfing.
The Golf Stay & Play Package is a fully customizable package that includes accommodation at the resort and golf on any of the following championship courses; Robert Trent Jones Course, George Fazio Course, or Arthur Hills Course. Then, there’s the Ladies Sports Getaway package, which includes golf, pickleball, and dinner with a four-night stay. Lastly, the Group Golf Stay & Play Premier Package caters to groups of twelve or more golf players.
Having fellow golfers around means you can’t let a rented club hinders your performance. Get your familiar personal golf clubs and take them with you in a safe golf travel bag. Now you can really show your skills!
8. Wild Dunes Charleston’s Island Resort
The beachside resort has several amenities that are included in your stay, like the sparkling resort pools and sensual Spa at Sweetgrass. Plus, there are more than 10 dining options onsite, including restaurants, bars, and cafes.
Wild Dunes’ stay-and-play package, known as Stay More & Play More, is perfect for a four-ball or foursome. The package includes two nights in a two-bedroom condo and a round of golf per player on both the Links and Harbor courses.
9. Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island
The Sonesta Resort on the popular Hilton Head Island is the perfect getaway for couples, families, or groups of friends. There are multiple courses on and around the resort and their golfing package, known as The Heritage Collection Golf Package, allows you to choose one of them.
The package includes golf for two players for each day of your stay and the choices are endless. Choose your 18 holes at the Barony, Planter’s Row, or Robber’s Row courses in Port Royal Plantation or you could take a swing at Oyster Reef in Hilton Head Plantation. If all those options sound too good to be true and you are unable to choose, you can combine two of the 9-hole courses in Shipyard Golf Club, which includes the Clipper, Galleon, and Brigantine courses.
10. Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort
Do you want to stay at a luxurious resort while playing golf on two of South Carolina’s best courses? Omni is known for its amazing stay-and-play packages at resorts and courses around the country. Omni Hilton Head is no exception, with the Palmetto Dunes Golf Package.
The package includes accommodation in the hotel rooms and suites, daily breakfast at the restaurant, and 18 holes of golf for every day of your stay. You can choose between the two Palmetto Dunes’ championship courses designed by George Fazio and Arthur Hills.
11. Kiawah Island Golf Resort
This beachside island resort offers multiple stay-and-play packages and five championship courses designed by Pete Dye, Tom Fazio, Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player, and Clyde Johnston. The stay-and-play packages start with The Ocean Course Cottage Experience. This package includes a stay at The Cottages and a daily round of golf at any of the five courses, including The Ocean course.
Then, there’s the Kiawah Golf Vacation package which is a customizable option. The Kiawah Ryder Cup Experience is best suited for groups with more than twelve players. It includes three nights of accommodation, three rounds of golf, and a reception with complimentary beer and wine.
It’s important to note that none of these resort stay-and-play packages include complimentary use of clubs so you’ll need to bring your own set to play golf in South Carolina. If you are afraid of damaging them during your travels, check out our tips on traveling with golf clubs.
FAQ
Is South Carolina a popular golfing state?
Yes, South Carolina is known to be one of the most popular US states when it comes to golf. With golfing capitals like Myrtle Beach and Hilton Head, the state is very rich in some of the country’s best championship golf courses.
When is the best time to play golf in South Carolina?
South Carolina has a year-round golfing season because tourists and locals are continually rushing to golf courses in the state, no matter the time of year.
However, if you take the seasonal weather conditions into account, Spring is the best time for golfing in South Carolina. From early March to late May, the weather is the nicest because it’s the period right before summer when the sun tends to get rather harsh.
How many golf courses are there in South Carolina?
South Carolina is one of the states with the most golf courses. There are more than 350 public, private, and world-class championship golf courses spread out across the state.
Which city in South Carolina has the most golf courses?
One of the most famous golfing cities in South Carolina (and in the country) is Myrtle Beach, which has over 90 golf courses. Hilton Head is in second place, with a total of 39 courses.
