Westin Hilton Head renovation closes hotel Nov 2026, reopens Apr 2027
The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa will shut its doors on 2 November 2026 for a $50 million renovation and is slated to reopen in mid‑April 2027. The closure affects all current and future guests, as well as event planners relying on the resort’s meeting spaces.
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L’essentiel
- What changes
- The resort will close for renovation and reopen with new dining, pool and wellness facilities
- Timing
- Closure begins 2 November 2026, reopening expected mid‑April 2027
- Who is affected
- All guests with bookings, prospective visitors and groups planning events
Les détails
- Entrée en vigueur
- 2 November 2026
- Règle précédente
- The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa operated year‑round with its existing guest rooms, dining venues, spa and meeting spaces.
- Nouvelle règle
- The property will close on 2 November 2026 for a $50 million renovation and will reopen in mid‑April 2027 with expanded dining concepts, an adults‑only pool, upgraded spa, and refreshed event spaces.
Closure and renovation timeline
The hotel announced that it will cease operations on 2 November 2026 to begin a $50 million overhaul. Construction is scheduled to run through the winter and spring months, with a target reopening in mid‑April 2027. Guests with reservations after the closure date have been notified of the temporary shutdown.
- Closure start date: 2 November 2026
- Anticipated reopening: mid‑April 2027
- Renovation budget: $50 million
New facilities and offerings
When the resort reopens, it will feature five new food‑and‑beverage concepts, including Cordelia’s lobby bar, Breakwater Provisions coffee shop, Saltwater Social Lowcountry cuisine, Port House fine dining, and Shoreline poolside service. An adults‑only pool named Stillwater will provide a quieter retreat, while existing pools remain for families.
The Heavenly Spa by Westin® will expand to an 11‑treatment‑room wellness campus with a thermal circuit, infrared sauna, cold‑plunge showers and a Tranquility Garden. Fitness areas will receive Technogym equipment, Peloton bikes and a Pilates reformer.
- Five new dining concepts
- Adults‑only Stillwater pool
- Expanded spa with 11 treatment rooms
Guest experience and event spaces
Renovations also cover the lobby, which will gain an indoor‑outdoor flow overlooking the ocean, and the Grand Event Lawn, which will be redesigned for weddings, corporate retreats and social gatherings. Approximately 40,000 sq ft of meeting space will be refreshed with new boardrooms and event venues.
The updates aim to retain the resort’s oceanfront appeal while delivering modernized public areas and enhanced wellness programming for both guests and the local community.
- Redesigned lobby with ocean views
- Updated Grand Event Lawn
- Refreshed 40,000 sq ft of meeting space
Ce que cela change pour les voyageurs
Préparation du voyage
- Existing reservations after 2 November 2026 are cancelled; guests should contact the hotel for rebooking options
- Travelers planning a stay before mid‑April 2027 must select alternative accommodations on Hilton Head Island
Coût et documents
- No additional fees are introduced by the renovation itself
- Travel insurance policies covering trip interruption may become relevant for affected bookings
Ce que vous devez faire
- Guests with bookings during the closure period should reach out to the resort by 30 October 2026 to discuss rebooking or refunds
- Event planners should verify new event space availability for dates after mid‑April 2027
Qui est concerné
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Guests with existing reservations
Their bookings fall within the closure period from 2 November 2026 to mid‑April 2027
À faire Contact the resort to arrange rebooking, refund or alternative dates
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Future guests planning a stay
They may intend to travel to Hilton Head during the renovation window
À faire Choose other hotels for dates before the mid‑April 2027 reopening
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Event planners
The resort’s meeting rooms and Grand Event Lawn are unavailable during renovation
À faire Schedule events for after mid‑April 2027 or seek other venues
Questions fréquentes
When does the Westin Hilton Head close for renovation?
The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa closes on 2 November 2026 for a $50 million renovation.
When will the Westin Hilton Head reopen after the renovation?
The resort is expected to reopen in mid‑April 2027, offering new dining, pool and wellness facilities.
What new dining options will be available after the renovation?
Five new concepts will launch: Cordelia’s lobby bar, Breakwater Provisions coffee shop, Saltwater Social Lowcountry cuisine, Port House fine dining, and Shoreline poolside service.
Will the spa be different after the renovation?
Yes, the Heavenly Spa by Westin® will expand to 11 treatment rooms, add a thermal circuit, infrared sauna, cold‑plunge showers and a Tranquility Garden.
How does the renovation affect existing bookings?
All reservations falling between the closure on 2 November 2026 and the planned reopening in mid‑April 2027 are cancelled; guests must contact the hotel to rebook or receive refunds.
