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An Award-Winning Hotel with Authentic Southern Hospitality and Spectacular Grounds
Set amid acres of dense forests beside the tranquil May River, Montage Palmetto Bluff is a hotel inspired by the South’s rich cultural history. From the moment you arrive, you find yourself in awe of the 20,000-acre natural wonderland, where family and tradition are the focus, and every detail completes an authentic experience, from the enchanting marina to the pacifying walking trails. With 200 accommodations, you decide which type of quarters is best for you, whether it is a guestroom, a suite, a cottage, a residence, or a village home. Let expert concierges plan your ideal itinerary while you relax in a rocking chair, roast a marshmallow for a s’more, and watch the beautiful native birds soar through the picture-perfect country.
- Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards 2019 winner
- Sip sweet tea and socialize on the porch with family and new friends
- Fish for largemouth bass in the freshwater ponds
- Practice your swing on an 18-hole Jack Nicklaus signature golf course
- Dine privately on an Oyster Roast while overlooking the May River marshes
- Organize a memorable corporate retreat in more than 16,000 sq ft meeting space
- Spot dolphins from the hotel's historic yacht
Step into South Carolina’s Lowcountry and explore a vast area teeming with wildlife and an abundance of activities. Designer golf, a premium equestrian center, and Southern hospitality are just the start of why this unique destination continues to secure a list of prestigious awards.
Hotel Amenities
Accommodations
With a classic Southern style, the 170 spacious guestrooms, suites, and cottages at Montage Palmetto Bluff reflect traditional colonial architecture. Comfortable guestrooms come with queen- or king-size beds, spacious marble bathrooms, and Nespresso coffee machines, and the views across the forest, the lagoon, or the river are perfect for afternoons spent outdoors.
For a truly home away from home experience, the 30 Montage Residences offer luxurious two to five-bedroom residences with cozy fireplaces and antique pine floors. The added privacy includes spacious living and dining areas, plus screened-in porches with built-in grills promising a vacation filled with quality time together. These retreats offer unparalleled privileges too, such as discounts on resort services, 24-hour security, and a delivery service for groceries, cleaners, and take-out.
Services throughout the resort assure a relaxing stay, with 24-hour room service, the Paintbox children’s program, and a dedicated activities concierge to help plan your perfect itinerary.
Residences
Get the very best features of a luxury hotel within the comforts of a residential setting.
- Four Bedroom Village Home
3700 sq ft 4 bedrooms4 bathrooms8 guests
Ideal for families and small groups, these beautifully styled four-bedroom homes are available with at least one king-sized bed in the master bedroom and various bedding configurations in the other bedrooms.
Like all of the accommodations Montage Palmetto Bluff offers, they are luxuriously appointed for the height of comfort. Each home features hardwood floors, a full kitchen generously equipped with high-end appliances, fine china, glass and silverware. Daily Housekeeping services included.
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Internet/Wifi Included
- Three Bedroom Deluxe Village Home
3700 sq ft 3 bedrooms3 bathrooms6 guests
The height of space and luxury at Montage Palmetto Bluff, this custom-built 3 bedroom home is ideal for families and small groups.
These homes have a king-sized bed in the master bedroom and various bedding in other bedrooms. Like all of the accommodations Montage Palmetto Bluff offers, this home is luxuriously appointed for the height of comfort. It features hardwood floors, a full kitchen generously equipped with high-end appliances, fine china, glass and silverware. Daily Housekeeping Services included.
AMENITIES
Internet/Wifi Included
- Four Bedroom Deluxe Village Home
5000 sq ft 4 bedrooms4 bathrooms8 guests
Each of our Four Bedroom Deluxe Village Homes has something unique to offer; pool table, additional bedroom or beautiful lagoon views are just a sampling of the extras that these vacation homes in South Carolina may include.
Set in the quaint Wilson Village, all homes offer gourmet kitchens equipped with luxury appliances. Ideal for families and small groups seeking the finest accommodations, these charming homes are authentically styled and luxuriously appointed for supreme comfort.
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Internet/Wifi Included
- Forest View Inn King
435 sq ft 1 bedroom1 bathroom4 guests
Experience the beauty of a maritime forest from the privacy of your 450-square-foot Forest View room. The room includes king-sized bed, conversation area with l-shaped sofa, terrace or balcony, and a well-appointed interior. Additional features include a 50" LCD Smart TV, luxurious Italian bed linens, robes and towels, as well as custom blended bath and body products and a separate shower and soaking tub to enhance your enjoyment of this luxurious accommodation.
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Internet/Wifi Included
Valet
- Forest View Inn King Balcony
435 sq ft 1 bedroom1 bathroom4 guests
Experience the beauty of a maritime forest from the privacy of the 450-square-foot Forest View Inn King Balcony room. The room includes one king-sized bed, conversation area with l-shaped sofa, balcony, and a well-appointed interior. Additional features include a 50" LCD Smart TV, Nespresso coffee makers, luxurious Italian bed linens, robes and towels, as well as custom blended bath and body products, and a separate shower and soaking tub to enhanceenjoyment of this luxurious accommodation.
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Internet/Wifi Included
Valet
- Lagoon View Inn King
435 sq ft 1 bedroom1 bathroom2 guests
Discover the beauty of snowy egret and great blue heron as they take flight from their lagoon sanctuary. Your 450-square-foot Lagoon View room includes one king-sized bed, conversation area with l-shaped sofa, terrace or balcony, and a well-appointed interior. Additional features include a 50" LCD Smart TV, luxurious Italian bed linens, robes and towels, as well as custom blended bath and body products, and a separate shower and soaking tub to enhance your enjoyment of this luxurious accommodation.
AMENITIES
Internet/Wifi Included
Valet
- Lagoon Guest House King
435 sq ft 1 bedroom1 bathroom2 guests
For those looking to connect with the outdoors, the Lagoon Guest House King rooms are an ideal choice. Situated along the banks of the inland waterways, the classically Southern, two-story Guest Houses are a short walk from the Inn and offer gorgeous greenspace and lagoon views. The 450 square foot rooms feature one king bed, conversation area with l-shaped sofa, terrace or balcony, and a well-appointed interior. Additional features include a 50” LCD Smart TV, Nespresso coffee makers, luxurious Italian bed linens, robes and towels as well as custom blended bath and body products and a separate shower and soaking tub to enhance enjoyment of this luxurious accommodation.
AMENITIES
Internet/Wifi Included
Valet
- Inn Double Queen
435 sq ft 1 bedroom1 bathroom4 guests
Experience the beauty of a maritime forest or inland waterway from the privacy of the 450-square-foot Inn Double Queen room. The room includes two queen beds and a well-appointed interior. Additional features include a 50” LCD Smart TV, Nespresso coffee makers, luxurious Italian bed linens, robes and towels as well as custom blended bath and body products and a separate shower and soaking tub to enhance yourenjoyment of this luxurious accommodation.
AMENITIES
Internet/Wifi Included
Valet
- Lagoon Guest House Double Queen
435 sq ft 1 bedroom1 bathroom4 guests
For those looking to connect with the outdoors, the Lagoon Guest House Double Queen rooms are an ideal choice. Situated along the banks of the inland waterways, the classically Southern, two-story Guest Houses are a short walk from the Inn and offer gorgeous greenspace and lagoon views. The 450 square foot rooms feature two queen size beds, terrace or balcony, and a well-appointed interior. Additional features include a 50” LCD Smart TV, Nespresso coffee makers, luxurious Italian bed linens, robes and towels as well as custom blended bath and body products and a separate shower and soaking tub to enhance enjoyment of this luxurious accommodation.
AMENITIES
Internet/Wifi Included
Valet
- Forest View Cottage
1183 sq ft 1 bedroom1 bathroom4 guests
This spacious cottage welcomes guests with views of our maritime forest as well as 1,183 square feet of indoor/outdoor space including 1 king-sized bed, private screened porch, and a well-appointed interior featuring pine floors, gas fireplace, vaulted ceilings, wet bar with Sub-Zero refrigerator and a 52” LED TV.
The cottage also features a stereo with surround-sound and mp3 player connection. Luxurious Italian bed linens, robes and towels as well as an oversized steam shower and a separate soaking tub enhance enjoyment of this luxurious accommodation.
AMENITIES
Internet/Wifi Included
- Lagoon View Cottage
1183 sq ft 1 bedroom1 bathroom4 guests
This spacious cottage welcomes guests with views of our maritime forest as well as 1,183 square feet of indoor/outdoor space including 1 king-sized bed, private screened porch, and a well-appointed interior featuring pine floors, gas fireplace, vaulted ceilings, wet bar with Sub-Zero refrigerator and a 52” LED TV.
The cottage also features a stereo with surround-sound and mp3 player connection. Luxurious Italian bed linens, robes and towels as well as an oversized steam shower and a separate soaking tub enhance enjoyment of this luxurious accommodation.
AMENITIES
Internet/Wifi Included
- River View Cottage
1183 sq ft 1 bedroom1 bathroom4 guests
This spacious cottage welcomes guests with views of our maritime forest as well as 1,183 square feet of indoor/outdoor space including 1 king-sized bed, private screened porch, and a well-appointed interior featuring pine floors, gas fireplace, vaulted ceilings, wet bar with Sub-Zero refrigerator and a 52” LED TV.
The cottage also features a stereo with surround-sound and mp3 player connection. Luxurious Italian bed linens, robes and towels as well as an oversized steam shower and a separate soaking tub enhance enjoyment of this luxurious accommodation.
AMENITIES
Internet/Wifi Included
- Forest View Inn Suite
800 sq ft 1 bedroom2 bathrooms5 guests
Experience the beauty of a maritime forest from the privacy of the spacious Forest View Suite. The 800-square-foot suites include a separate living area with sleeper sofa, two full baths, one king sized bed and balcony. Additional features include two 50” LCD Smart TVs, Nespresso coffee makers, luxurious Italian bed linens, robes and towels as well as custom blended bath and body products and a separate shower and soaking tub to enhance enjoyment of this luxurious accommodation.
AMENITIES
Internet/Wifi Included
Valet
- Lagoon Guest House Suite
900 sq ft 1 bedroom1 bathroom4 guests
Discover the beauty of snowy egret and great blue heron as they take flight from their lagoon sanctuary. The 970 square foot suite includes a separate living area with fireplace, sleeper sofa, two full baths, one king sized bed, and screened-in porch. The suite may also be expanded to two bedrooms by adjoining with the neighboring room. Additional features include two 50” LCD Smart TVs, Nespresso coffee makers, luxurious Italian bed linens, robes and towels as well as custom blended bath and body products and a separate shower and soaking tub to enhance enjoyment of this luxurious accommodation.
AMENITIES
Internet/Wifi Included
Valet
- Two Bedroom Village Home
2750 sq ft 2 bedrooms2 bathrooms4 guests
Ideal for families and small groups, these beautifully styled two-bedroom homes are available with one king sized bed in each bedroom and en-suite bathrooms.
Like all of the accommodations Montage Palmetto Bluff offers, they are luxuriously appointed for the height of comfort. Each home features hardwood floors, a full kitchen generously equipped with high-end appliances, fine china, glass and silverware. Daily housekeeping services included.
AMENITIES
Internet/Wifi Included
- Carolina Suite
950 sq ft 1 bedroom2 bathrooms4 guests
Discover the beauty of snowy egret and great blue heron as they take flight from their lagoon sanctuary. Your 970 square foot suite includes a separate living area with fireplace, sleeper sofa, two full baths, one king sized bed and sitting room. Additional features include a 50” LCD Smart TV, luxurious Italian bed linens, robes and towels as well as custom blended bath and body products and a separate shower and soaking tub to enhance your enjoyment of this luxurious accommodation.
AMENITIES
Internet/Wifi Included
Valet
- Three Bedroom Village Home
3500 sq ft 3 bedrooms3 bathrooms6 guests
Ideal for families and small groups, these beautifully styled three-bedroom homes are available with at least one king-sized bed in the master bedroom and various bedding configurations in the other bedrooms.
Like all of the accommodations Montage Palmetto Bluff offers, they are luxuriously appointed for the height of comfort. Each home features hardwood floors, a full kitchen generously equipped with high-end appliances, fine china, glass and silverware. Daily Housekeeping services included.
AMENITIES
Internet/Wifi Included
- Four Bedroom Village Home
3700 sq ft 4 bedrooms4 bathrooms8 guests
Ideal for families and small groups, these beautifully styled four-bedroom homes are available with at least one king-sized bed in the master bedroom and various bedding configurations in the other bedrooms.
Like all of the accommodations Montage Palmetto Bluff offers, they are luxuriously appointed for the height of comfort. Each home features hardwood floors, a full kitchen generously equipped with high-end appliances, fine china, glass and silverware. Daily Housekeeping services included.
AMENITIES
Internet/Wifi Included
- Three Bedroom Deluxe Village Home
3700 sq ft 3 bedrooms3 bathrooms6 guests
The height of space and luxury at Montage Palmetto Bluff, this custom-built 3 bedroom home is ideal for families and small groups.
These homes have a king-sized bed in the master bedroom and various bedding in other bedrooms. Like all of the accommodations Montage Palmetto Bluff offers, this home is luxuriously appointed for the height of comfort. It features hardwood floors, a full kitchen generously equipped with high-end appliances, fine china, glass and silverware. Daily Housekeeping Services included.
AMENITIES
Internet/Wifi Included
Dining
Surrounded by an abundance of delectable natural resources, the eight restaurants at Montage Palmetto Bluff take inspiration from local ingredients sourced through trusted partners in the area. Fresh fish and seafood, meats cooked on the open fire, and seasonal vegetables are highlights, always presented with exceptional service. If you prefer private dining, the hotel offers plenty of beautiful spaces, whether you are after an indoor formal event or an intimate outdoor meal.
Buffalo’s – Savor delicious items such as smoked salmon bagels and artisan pizzas with craft beers at this casual diner with picturesque river views.
Canoe Club – Dine on the finest coastal cuisine while overlooking the calm waters of the May River at this romantic seafood restaurant.
Canteen – Stock up for a family picnic and buy a bottle of wine for later at this handy grab-and-go café.
Cole’s – Named after the owners of Moreland Plantation, this is the place to go for regionally inspired comfort food, such as barbecue plates with slaw and a side of double-fried potatoes.
Fore & Aft – Watch the birds in the avian sanctuary as they glide into the lagoon while you polish off a sandwich with a healthy smoothie at this laid-back waterside café.
Octagon Porch – Pair seasonally inspired cuisine with a bottle from the Wine Spectator award-winning wine list at this welcoming restaurant, styled as an authentic Lowcountry veranda.
Octagon Bar – Meet and mellow out at the hotel’s social hub, serving shared plates, steaks, and desserts in a friendly atmosphere.
River House Lounge – Sip cocktails and share light bites around the fire pit at this lounge bar with exceptional views of the May River.
Activities at Montage Palmetto Bluff
Pedal along pathways lined with giant oaks and blast clays at the shooting range, all before sitting back and relaxing with a sweet tea on the porch and s’mores roasted in a fire pit. With horseback riding, tennis, and quality time on the May River, which is right at your doorstep, every day is a different kind of fulfilling at Montage Palmetto Bluff.
Head to the dock for a scenic boat tour to Daufuskie Island, keeping an eye out for dolphins, turtles, and birds along the way. Team up for a scavenger hunt as part of the Paintbox Children’s Program, where hiking, wildlife spotting, and games can earn children prestigious Montage Merit badges. Later, set off for a round of golf or unwind at signature Spa Montage, before hopping on a paddle board to watch a vibrant sunset from the water.
Location
With more than 20,000 acres in South Carolina’s Lowcountry, Montage Palmetto Bluff is the place to go to get away from a busy life. The May River has great opportunities for watersports, while walking trails, the nature reserve, and Jack Nicklaus signature golf course means you will have plenty of fun on land too.
Address
477 Mount Pelia Road, Bluffton, SC, United States
Transportation
- Airport
- Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport is 26 mi / 42 km from the hotel
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