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Event Spaces on Hilton Head Island

With 17 diverse indoor and outdoor venues, including a beachfront pavilion, lush gardens, and grand ballrooms, Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island is the go-to destination for any event, from intimate gatherings to large-scale celebrations.

  • 17 Meeting and Event Venues
  • 23,000 sqft. of Space
  • Largest Venue: Santee Ballroom

event spaces

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  • Outdoor Venues
  • Meetings & Small Events(up to 100 guests)
  • Mid-Sized Events(100 - 300 Guests)
  • Large Events & Lavish Celebrations(500 guests or more)

Santee Ballroom

Capacity: up to 1,110 guests  Size: 9,880 sqft. of space Height: 16 ft. tall ceilings

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The Santee Ballroom offers a versatile space, perfect for a variety of events, from corporate meetings to elegant galas and weddings. With its neutral decor, flexible layout, and spacious foyer, this 10,000-square-foot venue can accommodate up to 1,110 guests and create the perfect atmosphere for any occasion.

Ideal Venue for:

  • Birthday Celebration
  • Corporate Event
  • Product Launch
  • Fundraiser
  • High School Dance

Ideal Venue for:

  • Grand Wedding Celebration
  • Ballroom Reception
  • Lavish Celebrations

Wi-Fi 

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Santee Ballroom

Floorplans and capacity

Ballroom layout with circular dining tables.
Open ballroom layout with sparse table arrangement.
Ballroom with angled theater-style seating.
Ballroom with long tables and stage area.
Ballroom layout with circular dining tables.

Banquet Rounds

Up to 800 guests 

Open ballroom layout with sparse table arrangement.

Cocktail Rounds

Up to 1100 guests 

Ballroom with angled theater-style seating.

Theater

Up to 1110 guests 

Ballroom with long tables and stage area.

Classroom

Up to 650 guests 

Salon ABCDE

Capacity: up to 725 guests  Size: 7,372 sqft. of space Height: 14 ft. tall ceilings

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The Salon ABCDE is a versatile space for large celebrations and gatherings. With its spacious layout and elegant decor, perfect for a variety of events, from conferences to weddings.

Ideal Venue for: 

  • Corporate Award Event
  • High School Dance
  • Grand Celebration
  • Corporate Event

Wi-Fi 

Private Space

Accessibility

Salon ABCDE

Floorplans and capacity

Room layout with numerous circular tables.
Room layout with rows of rectangular tables.
Room layout with scattered circular tables.
Room layout with rows of small chairs.
Room layout with numerous circular tables.

Banquet Rounds

Up to 620 guests 

Room layout with rows of rectangular tables.

Classroom

Up to 470 guests 

Room layout with scattered circular tables.

Cocktail Rounds

Up to 705 guests 

Room layout with rows of small chairs.

Theater

Up to 725 guests 

The Oceanfront Beach Pavillion

Capacity: up to 600 guests  Size: 7,000 sqft. of space Height: Outdoor Venue

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A stunning venue nestled between lush grounds and the pristine South Carolina coastline, the Beach Pavillion offers a versatile space with breathtaking views and unique features, including a private beach, and oyster roast deck.

Ideal Venue for:

  • Beachfront Ceremony
  • Cocktail Hour on the Deck
  • Outdoor Reception
  • Rehearsal Dinner

Ideal Venue for:

  • Ballroom Reception
  • Cocktail Hour on the Deck
  • Indoor Reception
  • Lavish Celebrations

Wi-Fi 

Private Space

Accessibility 

The Oceanfront Beach Pavillion

Floorplans and capacity

Room layout with circular tables and chairs.
Long rectangular table setup in a small meeting room.
Room layout with circular tables and chairs.

Banquet Rounds

Up to 450 guests 

Long rectangular table setup in a small meeting room.

Cocktail Rounds

Up to 600 guests 

Salon DE

Capacity: up to 500 guests  Size: 5,016 sqft. of space Height: 16 ft. tall ceilings

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Located within the Santee Ballroom, the Salon DE is a versatile space, perfect for a variety of events, including large-scale meetings and conferences.

Ideal Venue for: 

  • Meetings
  • Conferences
  • Trade Show
  • Fundraising Event

Wi-Fi 

Private Space

Accessibility 

Salon DE

Floorplans and capacity

Banquet layout with numerous round tables.
Open ballroom with evenly spaced small tables.
Theater-style seating with tightly packed rows.
Classroom-style rows with rectangular tables.
Banquet layout with numerous round tables.

Banquet Rounds

Up to 420 guests 

Open ballroom with evenly spaced small tables.

Cocktail Rounds

Up to 480 guests 

Theater-style seating with tightly packed rows.

Theater

Up to 500 guests 

Classroom-style rows with rectangular tables.

Classroom

Up to 320 guests 

Salon ABCD

Capacity: up to 475 guests  Size: 4,864 sqft. of space Height: 14 ft. tall ceilings

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The Salon ABCDE is a versatile space, perfect for a variety of events, from intimate gatherings to large-scale celebrations. This spacious room offers a flexible layout and can accommodate up to 475 guests.

Ideal Venue for:

  • Meetings
  • Conferences
  • Trade Show
  • Fundraising Event

Wi-Fi 

Private Space

Accessibility

Salon ABCD

Floorplans and capacity

Large hall layout with multiple round banquet tables.
Large hall layout with evenly spaced circular tables.
Large hall layout with theater-style seating for events.
Large hall layout with classroom-style seating arrangement.
Large hall layout with multiple round banquet tables.

Banquet Rounds

Up to 410 guests 

Large hall layout with evenly spaced circular tables.

Cocktail Rounds

Up to 465 guests 

Large hall layout with theater-style seating for events.

Theater

Up to 475 guests 

Large hall layout with classroom-style seating arrangement.

Classroom

Up to 310 guests 

Shipyard Beach Club

Capacity: up to 160 guests  Size: 3,300 sqft. of space Height: Outdoor Venue

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The Shipyard Beach Club is a premier oceanfront venue with both indoor and outdoor spaces, breathtaking ocean views, and a warm and inviting atmosphere. The climate-controlled indoor space includes a plantation-style breezeway leading to a lounge, dining area, and ocean deck, providing the perfect setting for your special occasion.

Ideal Venue for: 

  • Corporate Award Event
  • High School Dance
  • Grand Celebration
  • Corporate Event

Ideal Venue for:

  • Wedding Reception
  • Vow Renewal
  • Engagement Party
  • Bridal Shower
  • Rehearsal Dinner
  • Post-Wedding Brunch

Wi-Fi 

Private Space

Accessibility

Shipyard Beach Club

Floorplans and capacity

Banquet hall layout with round tables.
Classroom-style seating arrangement in event space.
Empty hall setup with minimal round tables.
Theater-style seating layout for presentations.
U-shaped table arrangement in meeting room.
Conference room setup with long tables.
Banquet hall layout with round tables.

Banquet Rounds

Up to 110 guests 

Classroom-style seating arrangement in event space.

Classroom

Up to 60 guests 

Empty hall setup with minimal round tables.

Cocktail Rounds

Up to 160 guests 

Theater-style seating layout for presentations.

Theater

Up to 120 guests 

U-shaped table arrangement in meeting room.

U-shape

Up to 44 Guests

Conference room setup with long tables.

Boardroom

Up to 60 Guests

Savannah Junior Ballroom

Capacity: up to 250 guests  Size: 2,600 sqft. of space Height: 10 ft. tall ceilings

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The Savannah Junior Ballroom is a versatile space, ideal for lavish gatherings and events. Located on the first floor, this elegant room is decorates in a soothing neutral palette, making it easy to customize for any occasion.

Ideal Venue for: 

  • Galas
  • Corporate Event
  • Birthday Celebration
  • Fundraising Event

Wi-Fi 

Private Space

Accessibility

Savannah Junior Ballroom

Floorplans and capacity

Large hall with multiple round banquet tables.
Long room with rows of classroom-style tables.
Long room with theater-style seating arrangement.
Large hall with multiple round banquet tables.

Banquet Rounds

Up to 180 guests 

Long room with rows of classroom-style tables.

Classroom

Up to 120 guests 

Long room with theater-style seating arrangement.

Theater

Up to 250 guests 

Salon D

Capacity: up to 250 guests  Size: 2,508 sqft. of space Height: 16 ft. tall ceilings

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Salon D is a versatile space, perfect for a variety of different events. With a capacity of up to 250 guests, this elegant room offers a customizable setting for any occasion.

Ideal Venue for: 

  • Galas
  • Corporate Event
  • Celebration
  • Birthday Event

Wi-Fi 

Private Space

Accessibility

Salon D

Floorplans and capacity

Extra-long hall with theater-style seating layout.

Banquet Rounds

Up to 210 guests 

Classroom

Up to 160 guests 

Cocktail Rounds

Up to 240 guests 

Extra-long hall with theater-style seating layout.

Theater

Up to 250 guests 

Salon ABC

Capacity: up to 225 guests  Size: 2,356 sqft. of space Height: 14 ft. tall ceilings

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The Salon ABCD is a versatile space, perfect for larger events, such as weddings, conferences, or trade shows. With a capacity of up to 225 guests, this elegant room offers a customizable setting for any occasion.

Ideal Venue for: 

  • Trade Show
  • Conference
  • Celebrations
  • Brainstorming

Wi-Fi 

Private Space

Accessibility

Salon ABC

Floorplans and capacity

Large hall layout with multiple round banquet tables.
Large hall layout with multiple round banquet tables.

Banquet Rounds

Up to 200 guests

Classroom

Up to 150 guests 

Theater

Up to 225 guests 

Salon FGH

Capacity: TBD Size: 2,356 sqft. of space Height: 14 ft. tall ceilings

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The Salon FGH is a versatile space, ideal for a variety of private and corporate events. Located within the Santee Ballroom, this room offers a convenient and customizable setting.

Ideal Venue for:

  • Conferences
  • Birthday Celebration
  • Team Building
  • Corporate Event

Wi-Fi 

Private Space

Accessibility

Salon FGH

Floorplans and capacity

Large hall layout with multiple round banquet tables.
Large hall layout with multiple round banquet tables.

Banquet Rounds

Up to 200 guests

Classroom

Up to 150 guests 

Theater

Up to 225 guests 

Salon AB

Capacity: up to 150 guests  Size: 1,550 sqft. of space Height: 14 ft. tall ceilings

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The Salon AB is a versatile space, perfect for medium-sized events, such as weddings, conferences, or social gatherings. With a capacity of up to 150 guests, this elegant room offers a customizable setting for any occasion.

Ideal Venue for: 

  • Social Event
  • Gala
  • Fundraiser
  • Corporate Event

Wi-Fi 

Private Space

Accessibility

Salon AB

Floorplans and capacity

Room layout with circular tables and chairs.
Long rectangular table setup in a small meeting room.
Open room with spaced tables and minimal decor.
U-shaped table arrangement in a conference room.
Classroom-style seating rows in a narrow room.
Room layout with circular tables and chairs.

Banquet Rounds

Up to 120 guests 

Classroom

Up to 80 guests 

Long rectangular table setup in a small meeting room.

Cocktail Rounds

Up to 120 guests 

Open room with spaced tables and minimal decor.

Theater

Up to 150 guests 

U-shaped table arrangement in a conference room.

U-shape

Up to 60 Guests

Classroom-style seating rows in a narrow room.

Boardroom

Up to 70 Guests

Savannah B

Capacity: up to 150 guests  Size: 1456 sqft. of space Height: 10 ft. tall ceilings

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The Savannah B meeting room is a versatile space, ideal for smaller gatherings and intimate events, including breakout sessions or private meetings. Located near Heyward’s Restaurant, this room offers convenient access to the resort’s dining options.

Ideal Venue for: 

  • Corporate Events
  • Cocktail Event
  • Team Building

Wi-Fi 

Private Space

Accessibility

Savannah B

Floorplans and capacity

Long room with circular tables for banquets.
Long room with rows of classroom-style tables.
Large hall with theater-style seating and aisles.
Long room with circular tables for banquets.

Banquet Rounds

Up to 110 guests 

Long room with rows of classroom-style tables.

Classroom

Up to 70 guests 

Large hall with theater-style seating and aisles.

Theater

Up to 150 guests 

Savannah A

Capacity: TBD Size: 1,144 sqft. of space Height: 10 ft. tall ceilings

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The Savannah A meeting room is a versatile space, perfect for smaller gatherings and intimate events. Located on the first floor, near the lobby, this room offers a convenient access to all event participants.

Ideal Venue for:

  • Birthday Celebrations
  • Galas
  • Corporate Event
  • Brainstorming

Wi-Fi 

Private Space

Accessibility

Savannah A

Floorplans and capacity

Long room with circular tables for banquets.
Long room with rows of classroom-style tables.
Large hall with theater-style seating and aisles.
Long room with circular tables for banquets.

Banquet Rounds

Up to 110 guests 

Long room with rows of classroom-style tables.

Classroom

Up to 70 guests 

Large hall with theater-style seating and aisles.

Theater

Up to 150 guests 

Salon A

Capacity: up to 75 guests  Size: 775 sqft. of space Height: 14 ft. tall ceilings

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Salon A is a versatile space with a capacity of up to 75 guests. This elegant space can be customized for any occasion, including intimate weddings, corporate meetings, and private dinners.

Ideal Venue for: 

  • Private Dinner
  • Birthday Celebration
  • Corporate Event

Wi-Fi 

Private Space

Accessibility

Salon A

Floorplans and capacity

Meeting room layout with circular banquet tables.
Meeting room layout with classroom-style table setup.
Meeting room layout with theater-style seating arrangement.
Meeting room layout with circular banquet tables.

Banquet Rounds

Up to 60 guests 

Meeting room layout with classroom-style table setup.

Classroom

Up to 40 guests 

Meeting room layout with theater-style seating arrangement.

Theater

Up to 75 guests 

Jasper

Capacity: up to 60 guests  Size: 700 sqft. of space Height: 8 ft. tall ceilings

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A versatile meeting room, Jasper is ideal for small groups, private discussions, and even intimate parties. Located on the second floor, this room offers a quiet and productive setting, perfect for focused work.

Ideal Venue for: 

  • Board Meeting
  • Conferences
  • Business Lunch
  • Presentations
  • Cocktail Parties
  • Private Celebrations

Wi-Fi 

Private Space

Accessibility

Jasper

Floorplans and capacity

Small meeting room with three round tables.
Small room layout with rows of rectangular tables.
Small room layout with four circular tables.
Small room setup with theater-style seating arrangement.
Small room layout with U-shaped table arrangement.
Small room layout featuring a central conference table.
Small meeting room with three round tables.

Banquet Rounds

Up to 35 guests 

Small room layout with rows of rectangular tables.

Classroom

Up to 30 guests 

Small room layout with four circular tables.

Cocktail Rounds

Up to 40 guests 

Small room setup with theater-style seating arrangement.

Theater

Up to 60 guests 

Small room layout with U-shaped table arrangement.

U-shape

Up to 25 Guests

Small room layout featuring a central conference table.

Boardroom

Up to 30 Guests

Dorchester

Capacity: up to 60 guests  Size: 700 sqft. of space Height: 8 ft. tall ceilings

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Dorchester is a sophisticated meeting room, perfect for executive meetings and private discussions. Located on the second floor, this room offers a serene atmosphere and features a dedicated workspace.

Ideal Venue for: 

  • Board Meeting
  • Conferences
  • Business Lunch
  • Presentations
  • Cocktail Parties
  • Private Celebrations

Wi-Fi 

Private Space

Accessibility

Dorchester

Floorplans and capacity

Small room setup with rows of rectangular tables.
Meeting room layout with rows of rectangular tables.
Meeting room layout with four circular tables.
Meeting room setup with theater-style seating arrangement.
Meeting room layout with U-shaped table configuration.
Small room layout with evenly spaced round tables.
Small room setup with rows of rectangular tables.

Banquet Rounds

Up to 35 guests 

Meeting room layout with rows of rectangular tables.

Classroom

Up to 30 guests 

Meeting room layout with four circular tables.

Cocktail Rounds

Up to 40 guests 

Meeting room setup with theater-style seating arrangement.

Theater

Up to 60 guests 

Meeting room layout with U-shaped table configuration.

U-shape

Up to 25 Guests

Small room layout with evenly spaced round tables.

Boardroom

Up to 30 Guests

Charleston

Capacity: up to 60 guests  Size: 700 sqft. of space Height: 8 ft. tall ceilings

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Charleston is a versatile meeting room, ideal for small groups and private discussions. Located on the second floor, this room offers a quiet and productive setting, perfect for focused work.

Ideal Venue for: 

  • Board Meeting
  • Conferences
  • Business Lunch
  • Presentations
  • Cocktail Parties
  • Private Celebrations

Wi-Fi 

Private Space

Accessibility

Charleston

Floorplans and capacity

Long room layout with evenly spaced round tables.
Long room layout with rows of rectangular tables.

Banquet Rounds

Up to 35 guests 

Classroom

Up to 30 guests 

Cocktail Rounds

Up to 40 guests 

Long room layout with evenly spaced round tables.

Theater

Up to 60 guests 

Long room layout with rows of rectangular tables.

U-shape

Up to 25 Guests

Boardroom

Up to 30 Guests

Berkeley

Capacity: up to 50 guests  Size: 560 sqft. of space Height: 8 ft. tall ceilings

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Berkeley is a sophisticated meeting room, ideal for executive meetings and private discussions. Located on the second floor, this room offers a serene atmosphere and features a dedicated workspace with a sink for food and beverages.

Ideal Venue for:

  • Board Meeting
  • Conferences
  • Business Lunch
  • Presentations
  • Cocktail Parties
  • Private Celebrations

Wi-Fi 

Private Space

Accessibility

Berkeley

Floorplans and capacity

Meeting room layout with round banquet tables for guests.
Meeting room layout with classroom-style seating arrangement.
Meeting room layout with evenly spaced circular tables.
Meeting room layout with theater-style seating arrangement.
Meeting room layout with long conference table setup.
Meeting room layout with U-shaped table arrangement.
Meeting room layout with round banquet tables for guests.

Banquet Rounds

Up to 20 guests 

Meeting room layout with classroom-style seating arrangement.

Classroom

Up to 30 guests 

Meeting room layout with evenly spaced circular tables.

Cocktail Rounds

Up to 35 guests 

Meeting room layout with theater-style seating arrangement.

Theater

Up to 50 guests 

Meeting room layout with long conference table setup.

Boardroom

Up to 25 Guests

Meeting room layout with U-shaped table arrangement.

U-shape

Up to 25 Guests

Beach Club Deck

Capacity: 50 Size: 1,500 sqft. of space Height: Outdoor Venue

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Beach Club Deck is a beachfront outdoor venue with breathtaking ocean views and a laid-back atmosphere, ideal for a cocktail reception or intimate event.

Ideal Venue for:

  • Cocktail Event
  • Outdoor Gathering
  • Private Lunch

Wi-Fi

Private Space

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The Lawn

Capacity: TBD Size: 1,500 sqft. of space Height: Outdoor Venue

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Surrounded by lush tropical gardens and a serene lagoon, The Lawn is a picturesque outdoor venue and a breathtaking backdrop for any occasion.

Ideal Venue for:

  • Outdoor Wedding Reception
  • Intimate Ceremony
  • Cocktail Hour
  • Post Wedding Brunch

Wi-Fi

Private Space

Accessibility

Beaufort Board Room

Capacity: Up to 12 guests Size: 264 sqft. of space Height: 9 ft. tall ceilings

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The Beaufort Board Room is ideal for small meetings, executive retreats, or private dining experiences. The room’s flexible layout and modern amenities create a comfortable and productive atmosphere.

Ideal Venue for:

  • Presentations
  • Conference Meeting
  • Business Lunch
  • Workspace

Wi-Fi

Private Space

Accessibility

Beaufort Board Room

Floorplans and capacity

Small meeting room with a single round table.
Compact conference room with rectangular table.
Small meeting room with a single round table.

Banquet Rounds

Up to 12 Guests

Compact conference room with rectangular table.

Boardroom

Up to 12 Guests

Hampton

Capacity: Up to 12 guests Size: 154 sqft. of space Height: 9 ft. tall ceilings

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The Hampton is an intimate boardroom for small meetings and executive retreats. With a capacity of up to 12 guests, this space provides a comfortable and inspiring environment for focused discussions and brainstorming sessions.

Ideal Venue for:

  • Presentations
  • Conference Meeting
  • Business Lunch
  • Workspace

Wi-Fi

Private Space

Accessibility

Hampton

Floorplans and capacity

Small meeting room with a round table layout.
Small meeting room with a round table layout.
Small meeting room with a round table layout.

Banquet Rounds

Up to 12 Guests

Small meeting room with a round table layout.

Royal Conference

Up to 12 Guests

Event Catering

We offer a variety of culinary options to suit your needs. Our expert chefs will work closely with you to create a personalized menu to delight your guests and elevate your event.

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