Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Beaufort travel guide

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You're Going to Love Beaufort

With a population of 12,361, Beaufort is a must-see destination in South Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Beaufort deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Beaufort

If you’re looking for affordable options, Saltus River Grill (802 Bay Street, Suite C) and Wren Bistro & Bar (210 Carteret St) are great picks.

When to visit Beaufort

Beaufort in December
Estimated hotel price
$137
1 night at 3-star hotel
Beaufort in December
Estimated hotel price
$137
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Beaufort in July, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 39.2 °F, with an average temperature of 50 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 6.8″. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Beaufort, with an average rainfall of 2.3″.

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How to Get to Beaufort

Plane

When flying to Beaufort, you’ll arrive at Hilton Head Island (HHH), which is located 14 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Beaufort departs from New Haven and takes around 1h 31m.

Car

Another option to get to Beaufort is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 193 miles from Beaufort. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and NU Car, among others, in Charlotte.

Plane

When flying to Beaufort, you’ll arrive at Hilton Head Island (HHH), which is located 14 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Beaufort departs from New Haven and takes around 1h 31m.

Car

Another option to get to Beaufort is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 193 miles from Beaufort. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and NU Car, among others, in Charlotte.

Airports near Beaufort

SAVSavannah/Hilton Head
AGSAugusta Bush Field
CHSCharleston

Airlines serving Beaufort

KLM
Good (1,428 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,637 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,012 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,589 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,105 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,095 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,686 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,508 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,540 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,334 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,609 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,338 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,414 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,481 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,896 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,092 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (375 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,081 reviews)
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Where to stay in Beaufort

Average rates range from around $170 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $301 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Tru by Hilton Beaufort and Oasis Inn. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Beaufort, with prices from $63 to $652 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Beaufort are about 83% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Beaufort by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Beaufort

Most booked hotels in Beaufort

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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Beaufort
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 254 reviews)
$114+
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Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1337 reviews)
$213+
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Tru by Hilton Beaufort
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 643 reviews)
$102+
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The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1235 reviews)
$153+
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Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2853 reviews)
$134+
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The Beaufort Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 708 reviews)
$121+
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Renting a car in Beaufort

Renting a car in Beaufort costs $67 per day, on average, or $134 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 27% more expensive than at Hilton Head Island.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Beaufort (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. The most frequently booked car type in Beaufort is Premium (Class Premium SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 48% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Beaufort costs $67 per day, on average, or $134 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 27% more expensive than at Hilton Head Island.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Beaufort (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. The most frequently booked car type in Beaufort is Premium (Class Premium SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 48% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Beaufort

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$30/day

Economy

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$45/day

Compact
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