Golden Isles of Georgia, GA

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Horton House featuring building ruins and heritage elements
Driftwood Beach featuring a sandy beach, a sunset and general coastal views
Georgia Sea Turtle Center showing interior views and marine life as well as a small group of people
St. Simons Lighthouse Museum showing a lighthouse and a house
Georgia Sea Turtle Center featuring heritage elements and a garden

Where to stay in Golden Isles of Georgia

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East Beach

While East Beach might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like East Beach and Bloody Marsh Battle Site.

East Beach
St. Simons Island which includes a house

Saint Simons Heights

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

While Saint Simons Heights isn't home to many top sights, Bloody Marsh Battle Site and East Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Saint Simons Heights
The Avenue of Oaks. Planted in 1826 to provide an entrance to what was than a prosperous cotton plantation known as Retreat Plantation they now line the entrance road to a private community and golf course.

King City

Though King City might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sea Island Golf Club and Saint Simons Island Pier.

King City
St. Simons Island Pier which includes general coastal views as well as a small group of people

Downtown St. Simons Island

While visiting Downtown St. Simons Island, you might make a stop by sights like Saint Simons Island Pier and Neptune Park.

Downtown St. Simons Island
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Druid Oaks

While Druid Oaks isn't home to many top sights, Bloody Marsh Battle Site and East Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Druid Oaks
St. Simons Island Pier which includes general coastal views as well as a small group of people

Pier Village

If you're spending some time in Pier Village, Saint Simons Island Pier and Neptune Park are top sights worth seeing.

Pier Village
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jekyll Island
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jekyll Island
2 out of 5
60 S Beachview Drive, I-95 Exit 29 to US-17, Jekyll Island, GA
The price is $166 per night from May 4 to May 5
$166
includes taxes & fees
$144 per night
May 4 - May 5
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Jekyll Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"The place is getting old, the smell of the water is bad, the are around it is excellent."

Reviewed on May 1, 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jekyll Island
The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort
The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort
3.5 out of 5
201 Arnold Rd, St. Simons Island, GA
The price is $340 per night from May 11 to May 12
$340
includes taxes & fees
$299 per night
May 11 - May 12
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in St. Simons Island. Enjoy 5 outdoor pools, a golf course, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
"Always love it here, somewhat pricey but definitely worth it!"

Reviewed on Apr 28, 2025

The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort
Holiday Inn Resort Jekyll Island by IHG
Holiday Inn Resort Jekyll Island by IHG
3 out of 5
701 North Beachview Drive, Jekyll Island, GA
The price is $208 per night from May 8 to May 9
$208
includes taxes & fees
$181 per night
May 8 - May 9
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Jekyll Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Driftwood Beach and Saint Simons Island ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful property with a wonderful view of the ocean. The pool is a very nice size and clean. The walking path is so convenient!"

Reviewed on Apr 25, 2025

Holiday Inn Resort Jekyll Island by IHG
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Villas By the Sea Resort & Conference Center
Villas By the Sea Resort & Conference Center
3 out of 5
1175 N Beachview Dr, Jekyll Island, GA
Stay at this 3-star beach villa in Jekyll Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (980 reviews)
"nice place . restaurant very good and the staffs very friendly."

Reviewed on Apr 30, 2025

Villas By the Sea Resort & Conference Center
Ocean Lodge Resort
Ocean Lodge Resort
4 out of 5
935 Beachview Dr, St. Simons Island, GA
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in St. Simons Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (288 reviews)
"The style of the property was really nice. Very conveniently located to shops amd restaurants and right across the street from the beach. What i did not like was the stains on the couch in our room amd rhe restaurant food was not the best. The waitresses and entertainment were great but food not ..."

Reviewed on Apr 29, 2025

Ocean Lodge Resort
The Sea Gate
The Sea Gate
4 out of 5
1015 Beachview Drive, St. Simons Island, GA
Stay at this 4-star beach condo in St. Simons Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Saint Simons Island Pier and Driftwood ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (575 reviews)
"Easy check in and check out. Very clean, bed comfortable. Good bathroom and shower. Nice balcony with view of the ocean. Short walk to beach. Just a personal thought: earth tone colors are not beachy."

Reviewed on Apr 14, 2025

The Sea Gate
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Popular places to visit

Driftwood Beach featuring general coastal views and a sunset

Driftwood Beach

4.5/5(336 reviews)

Experience the otherworldly landscapes of this sandy beach and wander between the skeletons of gnarled trees and sun-bleached branches.

Driftwood Beach
St. Simons Island Pier which includes a river or creek and a house

Saint Simons Island Pier

4.5/5(338 reviews)

Drop a fishing line, spot seabirds or stroll to the end of this picturesque pier and dangle your feet from the edge as you look out over St. Simons Sound.

Saint Simons Island Pier
Bike ride in the historic district

Jekyll Island State Park

4.5/5(278 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Jekyll Island State Park and popular activities like biking in Jekyll Island. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Jekyll Island State Park
St. Simons Lighthouse Museum showing a lighthouse and a house

St. Simons Lighthouse Museum

4.5/5(200 reviews)

Look out across the Atlantic panorama from the restored lighthouse keeper’s quarters and learn about the Golden Isles’ maritime history at the museum.

St. Simons Lighthouse Museum
Sunset over the marsh from the Jekyll Island Club.

Jekyll Island Golf Club

4.5/5(80 reviews)

Play a round of golf at Jekyll Island Golf Club and enjoy other activities in Jekyll Island such as biking. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Jekyll Island Golf Club
Great Dunes Park featuring general coastal views and a sandy beach as well as a couple

Great Dunes Park

4.5/5(127 reviews)

Beach access, picnic pavilions, local festivals and a scenic network of bike trails make this waterfront park on Jekyll Island a family favorite.

Great Dunes Park

Cities near Golden Isles of Georgia

Jekyll Island which includes a garden as well as a small group of people

Jekyll Island

Savannah which includes food

Townsend

Sea Island

Sea Island

St. Simons Lighthouse Museum showing a lighthouse and a house

St. Simons Island

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