My sister and I had an exceptional visit to The Dunlin. We enjoyed walking the property and soaking in the natural, calming setting. Even when we got a bit lost, a lovely young gentleman, Nate, helped us find our way back on a perfect scenic route. Everyone was so welcoming and kind. We will be back, this time with our other friends for a girls' reunion.

Staff is incredible, we did a coastal safari which was on property and went great. I intended to call out specific staff but the list of names to remember got too long, they all do a great job of making you feel welcomed. The property is also amazing, there is some construction going right now but other than that it’s absolutely stunning views everywhere. There is a great fitness area and the food is delicious. Location is great, there don’t seem to be a ton of food options, but the options on the resort are all great

For a resort positioned as a five-star property, our experience at The Dunlin was extremely disappointing. I was genuinely surprised to see it awarded a Michelin Key, as our experience did not come close to reflecting the level of hospitality and service I would associate with that recognition. Beautiful aesthetics and thoughtful interior design can only take a property so far, and unfortunately, the service, cleanliness, and overall attention to detail did not live up to the standard the resort presents itself as offering. There were certainly a few bright spots, but the service overall was inconsistent and remarkably poor. The resort also fell short when it came to cleanliness, and the housekeeping was disappointing throughout our stay. Our dinner experience at Linnette’s was disappointing given that the restaurant is presented as fine dining by Auberge. The service was careless and lacked the professionalism and attention to detail I would expect at a five-star property. From wine and dishes being handled and dropped on the table without care, to repeatedly having to ask for water refills and feeling unwelcome, the experience was simply not reflective of fine dining. It was especially frustrating because the quality of service stood in such stark contrast to the beautiful setting and the expectations associated with the Auberge name. Housekeeping was another significant disappointment. The floor in our room was so dirty that our feet were black after walking around. Toilet paper would be replaced with the spare roll but not replenished, and washcloths would be removed without enough being returned. During turndown service, our door was left open after the room had been serviced, and as a result air conditioning turned off so we returned to a warm humid room. These may seem like small details, but at this level of hospitality, those details matter. That said, there were two people who genuinely stood out. Tiana at Linnette’s made our final morning breakfast a pleasure. She was welcoming, attentive, kind, and genuinely thoughtful throughout our interaction. Her service was exactly what I had hoped to experience during our stay. And Devante was, without question, the standout employee of the entire property. He greeted us when we arrived and was there to send us off on our final day. He is calm, kind, welcoming, and consistently made us feel taken care of. He embodies the level of hospitality I would expect from a five-star resort and should absolutely be an ambassador for The Dunlin and involved in customer-service training for all Dunlin employees. Ultimately, The Dunlin is undeniably beautiful. But a luxury resort is about far more than how it looks. Service, cleanliness, consistency, and attention to detail are what create a true five-star experience. Unfortunately, those elements were lacking during our stay, and the gap between the resort's five-star positioning and the experience we actually received was significant.

Our stay at The Dunlin was incredible! Beautiful grounds and decor. The staff went above and beyond to make our experience amazing. In particular- Mary at the pool was so friendly and attentive. We loved chatting with her. Food at Linettes was delicious and Sophie was so accommodating to our special menu requests at dinner. The Aster spa was elegant and rejuvenating- my mom and I each had a wonderful relaxation massage with Lee. The ladies at the desk were also friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend a stay for a weekend getaway here.

We absolutely loved every single detail at The Dunlin!!! This hotel was so well thought out and designed I was blown away at all the little things which created such a wonderful experience for myself and husband for our anniversary. We were upgraded to a River View Room which was incredible. The staff took such good care of us from check-in to checkout. They were always so attentive at the pool, amazing drink and food service. Linette’s had incredible food breakfast, lunch, and dinner were each fantastic. The spa had such a lovely vibe and the staff equally as friendly and helpful. Spa was pure perfection. We will definitely return!

We had a tremendous stay at the dunlin this week. The rooms are beautiful and well designed. The staff were friendly and attentive but with a welcomed light touch. The restaurant was great - actually great food that is worth the trip if you are in the area. The resort is small boutique format and is actually high end by any objective standard. We moved over to the sanctuary on kiawah to be directly on the beach and i greatly regret the move. The Dunlin is a legit luxury hotel with high standards and high execution. I recommend emphatically

We came for our honeymoon and it was amazing, Mary and Julia at the pool were absolutely incredible, Caroline at the main office was the best host we could imagine. Excellent service, amazing vibes, and even better food. At Linette’s Sophia took care of us and was so fun and helped us celebrate. Couldn’t ask for a better honeymoon destination 10/10 will return!

My husband and I had an amazing weekend stay. The rooms are beautiful and clean. Linnette’s was amazing. In particular, our server Ellery was unreal. We sat at the bar while she waited on us and served the restaurant and didn’t miss a beat - super impressive. We also got two great days relaxing by the pool. It was SO beautiful and Mary was so charming and attentive — highly recommend!

To preface, I am Forbes hotel trained, worked at Chatham Bars Inn and have been a member at Wychmere Harbor Beach Club for 25+ years, a Longwood events venue, and have stayed at a few Auberge hotels. If want to be treated like you are having the most meaningful day to your young life, avoid this Auberge. I got married at the Dunlin on June 21, 2025. I was overcharged by 100k, only upon my lawyers seeing it, was it refunded. None of my meal, drink, cake, seating, or any choices were written down or honored. I was passed on to 3 different Dunlin wedding coordinators. An influencer staying the same weekend as my wedding got free baskets and amenities sent to her room, meanwhile I spent over 100k in rooms alone and was not given a single free amenity until i complained to the general manager and it was rectified. The location, beauty, and luxuriousness of The Kiawah River and Auberge name does not make up for the lack of consideration of the Dunlin Team.

We celebrated an 80th birthday with the family for several days at The Dunlin. It was our first time to the property (pretty new property). Beautiful location especially for those that appreciate the gorgeous South Carolina coastline and wildlife. We had some truly tasty meals and cocktails. The rooms were impressive and we enjoyed several of their outdoor activities. Great experience and will certainly be going back.