Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort Honored by Wedding Wire & The Knot

Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort on Hilton Head Island is proud to be recognized with the 2026 WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Award and the 2026 The Knot Best of Weddings Award, two of the most respected honors in the wedding industry.

“Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort is an award-winning oceanfront wedding venue located in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina,” writes WeddingWire.com. “With world-class cuisine, superior accommodations, and a vast array of amenities, Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort is dedicated to customizing its services to meet your needs and make your special day truly unforgettable.”

The WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Awards honor wedding professionals who exceed expectations, with winners determined by reviews from more than one million couples nationwide. Palmetto Dunes continues to earn outstanding feedback, maintaining a 4.8 out of 5.0 star rating from couples who have celebrated their big day at the resort.

In addition, Palmetto Dunes has been named a 2026 The Knot Best of Weddings Award winner—an accolade given to the top wedding venues across the country based on consistently positive reviews from couples on The Knot. This distinction places Palmetto Dunes among the most trusted and highly recommended wedding venues in the United States.

“Palmetto Dunes was the perfect place to have our idyllic beach wedding,” wrote one WeddingWire reviewer. “It all went so perfect, and all of our guests are still talking about how beautiful and fun it was—and how great the food was too. Highly recommend if you're looking for a place for your own beach wedding.”

“Everything was perfect; the team was incredibly attentive and truly brought our vision to life,” shared another couple. “The food was phenomenal, the location was breathtaking, and we were able to take in a beautiful sunset. Our guests are still talking about it.”

Reviews consistently praise the dedicated Palmetto Dunes wedding planning team, whose experience and attention to detail guide couples seamlessly from planning through the final send-off.

No matter your vision for a Hilton Head Island wedding, Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort offers a stunning setting to bring it to life. The resort features a variety of unique event spaces, including:

• The Dunes House, with an 800-square-foot interior and a 1,000-square-foot oceanfront deck accommodating up to 200 guests with sweeping Atlantic views.
• Centre Court Pavilion, a covered, open-air venue offering 1,628 square feet of flexible space for up to 120 guests, ideal for a relaxed, intimate celebration.
• The Veranda at Arthur Hills, featuring 2,642 square feet of space for up to 160 guests, sliding glass window walls, and an outdoor covered patio overlooking the Arthur Hills Golf Course.

The resort’s seasoned wedding planners see clients through from start to finish, PD’s award-winning wedding venues will provide the perfect backdrop for your nuptials. Palmetto Dunes provides everything needed for a reception, aside from the wedding cake. Plated and buffet options are available for dining, and a variety of hors d’oeuvres and stations are available for a cocktail hour.

In addition, Palmetto Dunes offers a variety of vacation homes and villa rentals for overnight stays. These homes, villas, and hotel rooms overlook the harbor, lagoon, fairways, or beaches, and some feature pools, spas, gourmet kitchens and gym facilities. An overnight stay also includes access to three miles of private beach. Alexander's Restaurant & Wine Bar is near the lagoon and ideal for a rehearsal dinner or post-wedding brunch. Tennis, bike rentals, kayaking, canoeing, fishing, boat charters and more are available.

For additional information about weddings at Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort, please call Catering & Events Sales at (855) 758-2543 or visit www.palmettodunesevents.com.

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