One of the finest hotels in South Carolina’s Hilton Head Island, Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island Hotel is nestled along the coastline and offers stunning views and lush landscapes. The award-winning luxury destination is located within close proximity to some of the island’s best activities, including golf, tennis, kayaking, shopping, and bike riding. In addition to multiple fine dining restaurants, the resort has a zero-entry lagoon swimming pool, heated shade pool and hot tub, 24-hour fitness center, and a world-class spa.

The resort’s Arum Spa is one of the newest spas in the area and is named for the indigenous Arum Lily, which grows in the island’s marshlands. The Arum signifies magnificence, beauty, rebirth, and renewal. The spa offers an array of treatments enveloped in an ambiance that engages the senses, calms the mind, and lifts the spirit—making it the ultimate place for relaxation and rejuvenation.

We spoke with Hope Green, Spa & Leisure Activities Director at Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island Hotel, who shared insider tips and favorite amenities, recommended treatments, and more.

Why You’ll Love It: Our technicians. They do an outstanding job.

Key Features: We feature three treatment rooms, a manicure and pedicure room, and a lovely and very calming relaxation area.

Bonus: We provide a complimentary and very relaxing service called our Foot Ritual following any massage, facial, or body treatment. We also provide guests with delicious lavender-infused champagne.

Insider’s Tip: Locals and Sonesta Travel Pass members receive discounts seven days per week.

Snacks Served: Hot tea, fresh fruit-infused water daily, and lavender-infused champagne.

Insider’s Favorite: Any of our Signature treatments: Arum Signature Massage, Arum Signature Facial, Arum Signature Manicure and Arum Signature Pedicure. They are all terrific.

Unique Treatment: We have many unique treatments, but I would say the Arum Sensory Journey.

Splurge Treatment: Our “Arum Sensory Journey” is a complete spa treatment and a wonderful treat. The guest’s journey begins with our exclusive Arum Relaxation Ritual that induces a deep state of calm with very appealing aromas. This is followed by a soothing massage that utilizes warm coconut milk and bath oil, which are applied using long massage strokes by very skilled hands. The body is then wrapped in a warm cocoon. While wrapped, a hand and foot reflexology treatment is performed, which is then followed by a dual fan brush and cold stone facial massage. Pure bliss!

Featured Products: Dermaflash, Londontown Nail Lakur, Privai, Pure Fiji, and Supergoop!

For more information and to book a treatment, visit the spa’s website and follow the resort on Instagram: @sonestahhi

[Images courtesy of Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island Hotel]

Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island

130 Shipyard Drive

Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

843-842-2400