Bluffton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bluffton

With a population of 12,530, Bluffton is a must-see destination in South Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Bluffton deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Bluffton

If you’re looking for affordable options, Truffles Cafe - Belfair (91 Towne Drive) and Nectar Farm Kitchen- Bluffton (207 Bluffton Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Bluffton

Bluffton in January
Estimated hotel price
$170
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bluffton in January
Estimated hotel price
$170
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Bluffton

Plane

When flying to Bluffton, you’ll arrive at Hilton Head Island (HHH), which is located 10 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Bluffton departs from New Haven and takes around 1h 31m.

Car

Another option to get to Bluffton is to pick up a car rental from Jacksonville, which is about 140 miles from Bluffton. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Hertz, among others, in Jacksonville.

Bus

Bluffton’s bus station is located 0.7 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Bluffton, you’ll arrive at Hilton Head Island (HHH), which is located 10 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Bluffton departs from New Haven and takes around 1h 31m.

Car

Another option to get to Bluffton is to pick up a car rental from Jacksonville, which is about 140 miles from Bluffton. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Hertz, among others, in Jacksonville.

Bus

Bluffton’s bus station is located 0.7 miles from the city center.

Airlines serving Bluffton

Lufthansa
Good (4,675 reviews)
KLM
Good (854 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,530 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,623 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,306 reviews)
Air France
Good (985 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (483 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,961 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,123 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,474 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,845 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (873 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,174 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (924 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,645 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (717 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,606 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (4,544 reviews)
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Where to stay in Bluffton

Average rates range from around $470 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $607 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn & Suites Bluffton-Sun City and Candlewood Suites Bluffton-Hilton Head.

Where to stay in popular areas of Bluffton

Most booked hotels in Bluffton

Montage Palmetto Bluff
5 stars
Excellent (9.6, 33 reviews)
$607+
Palmera Inn and Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 3043 reviews)
$195+
Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 772 reviews)
$490+
Hampton Inn & Suites Bluffton-Sun City
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 309 reviews)
$155+
The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 724 reviews)
$466+
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Bluffton - Hilton Head
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 283 reviews)
$113+

Renting a car in Bluffton

Renting a car in Bluffton costs $73 per day, on average, or $146 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 5% cheaper than airport locations in Bluffton.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Bluffton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Bluffton is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Class Intermediate Car or similar) are, on average, 68% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Bluffton costs $73 per day, on average, or $146 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 5% cheaper than airport locations in Bluffton.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Bluffton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Bluffton is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Class Intermediate Car or similar) are, on average, 68% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.