Kiawah Island · SC
Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel
Best time to visit
May is when Kiawah Island is at its best — 90% of days are warm with over 6 hours of sun and rain falls on just 37% of days (n=248, ERA5 2018–2025). Median sunshine: 12.7h per day.
ERA5 reanalysis 2018–2025 — historical likelihood, not a forecast. Full almanac for Kiawah Island in May →
| Month | Warm+sun | Rain days | Avg high | n |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1% | 31% | 57°F | 248 |
| February | 11% | 34% | 64°F | 226 |
| March | 25% | 30% | 68°F | 248 |
| April | 68% | 26% | 74°F | 240 |
| May | 90% | 37% | 80°F | 248 |
| June | 95% | 54% | 84°F | 240 |
| July | 95% | 70% | 87°F | 248 |
| August | 90% | 64% | 85°F | 248 |
| September | 88% | 44% | 83°F | 240 |
| October | 74% | 24% | 77°F | 248 |
| November | 30% | 32% | 68°F | 240 |
| December | 5% | 29% | 62°F | 248 |
What guests say
Verbatim from provider sentiment analysis. We publish both sides — the cons are why the pros are believable.
- Friendly staff
- Great location
- Clean rooms
- Wonderful views
- Noisy construction
- Old hotel interiors
- Dissatisfaction with restaurant
Based on 1,255 guest reviews (provider-supplied sentiment, LiteAPI).
Facilities
75 amenities on record. Grouped by category — spa/pool/beach/golf lead.
- Beach
- Beachfront
- Fence around pool
- Heated pool
- Outdoor pool
- Pool bar
- Pool with view
- Salt-water pool
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Swimming pool
- Kid meals
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Bar
- Breakfast takeaway containers
- Coffee Shop on site
- Delivered food - securely covered
- Food delivered to guest room
- Physical distancing in dining areas
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Terrace
- Accessible parking
- Free Parking
- Parking
- Street parking
50 other amenities
- 24-hour front desk
- 24-hour security
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Access to health care professionals
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Daily housekeeping
- Designated smoking area
- Evening entertainment
- Face masks for guests available
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Fax/photocopying
- Fire extinguishers
- First aid kit available
- Free WiFi
- Fruits
- Guest room sealed after cleaning
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
- Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
- Heating
- Higher level toilet
- Key access
- Key card access
- Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
- Lift / Elevator
- Live music/performance
- Lower bathroom sink
- Luggage storage
- Meeting/banquet facilities
- Minimarket on site
- Non-smoking rooms
- Outdoor furniture
- Pets allowed
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Safety deposit box
- Sanitized tableware & silverware
- Shallow end
- Smoke alarms
- Special diet menus - on request
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Sun terrace
- Sun umbrellas
- Toilet with grab rails
- Vending machine - drinks
- Vending machine - snacks
- Water sport facilities on site
- Wheelchair accessible
- WiFi available
- Wine/champagne
Room types
8 room types on record from the provider. No price shown without a live quote.
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King Room - Ocean Front
This room features a private balcony, ocean view, and 32-inch flat-screen cable television. A seating area with a sofa is also included.
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Queen Room with Sea View
This ocean view room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels. A refrigerator and coffee maker are provided as well.
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Deluxe King Room
The pool with a view is the standout feature of this double room. The spacious double room features air conditioning, a coffee machine, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath. The unit has 1 bed.
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Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
This double room provides a pool with a view. The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a coffee machine, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath. The unit offers 2 beds.
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Premium Oceanfront King
<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>336-sq-foot room, balcony with ocean views </p><br/><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium channels, pay movies, MP3 dock</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator and coffee/tea maker </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Grab bar near toilet</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>
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Premium Oceanfront Two Queen
<p><strong>2 Queen Beds</strong></p><p>336-sq-foot room, balcony with ocean views </p><br/><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium channels, pay movies, MP3 dock</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator and coffee/tea maker </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Grab bar near toilet</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>
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Superior Oceanfront Two Queen
<p><strong>2 Queen Beds</strong></p><p>336-sq-foot room, balcony with ocean views </p><br/><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium channels, pay movies, MP3 dock</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator and coffee/tea maker </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Grab bar near toilet</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Room is accessed via exterior corridors </p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>
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Superior Oceanfront King
<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>336-sq-foot room, balcony with ocean views </p><br/><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium channels, pay movies, MP3 dock</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator and coffee/tea maker </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Grab bar near toilet</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Room is accessed via exterior corridors </p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>
About the property
Beachfront Oasis with Spectacular Views
Luxurious Accommodations: Each guest room at Tides Folly Beach boasts a private balcony, oceanfront view, and a 32-inch flat-screen TV. Enjoy your morning coffee with the in-room coffee-making facilities provided.
Dining Experience: Indulge in fresh seafood at BLU restaurant while taking in breathtaking ocean views. BLU's Beach Bar offers light bites and specialty cocktails by the pool, ensuring a delightful dining experience throughout the day.
Exciting Activities: Dive into adventure with kayaking, surfing, or parasailing at Folly Beach, conveniently located adjacent to the hotel.
Experience the perfect blend of relaxation and entertainment at Tides Folly Beach. Book now to secure your beachfront getaway!
Description from provider (LiteAPI). Not generated or paraphrased.
Stay details
Weather in Kiawah Island
5-day run 7–11 Nov, 0.8% rain-affected · 3 clear, rain on 5 of 16 forecast days (39h)
View Kiawah Island weather forecast & all hotelsProperty data from LiteAPI, including photos, facilities, rooms, policies and sentiment analysis. Star rating is provider-supplied. Guest rating shown only when a review count is available — never invented. No price is shown without a live quote. No awards are claimed that are not in the provider record. Weather data from ERA5 reanalysis (Open-Meteo); almanac figures are 8-year historical likelihoods, not forecasts. All model logic is on our methodology page.