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 Shops at Sea Island 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 St. Simons Lighthouse Museum 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
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 ₩193,487 per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
₩193,487
₩223,646 total
Aug 27 - Aug 28
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,010 reviews)
"It was quiet and fine. We’d stay there again. You couldn’t use the microwave and tv with the lights on in our room at the same time without the electric going off but they fixed it fast. Close to the beach. Fun pools. It was a good stay."

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jekyll Island
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! (1,037 reviews)
"The place was amazing and beautiful. The quiet atmosphere and with easy access to the beach was phenomenal. Would love to come back."

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

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Villas By the Sea Resort & Conference Center
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 ₩173,500 per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
₩173,500
₩249,979 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Jekyll Island. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Driftwood Beach and Indian ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"There was a faulty smoke detector in my room - it kept going off randomly. After I alerted the Front Desk about the issue, the staff was very responsive. They handled the issue very well and took really good care of me. The resort is right on the beach, and has a lot of really lovely amenities. I ..."

Reviewed on Aug 16, 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! (1,037 reviews)
"The place was amazing and beautiful. The quiet atmosphere and with easy access to the beach was phenomenal. Would love to come back."

Reviewed on Aug 18, 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 business-friendly aparthotel in St. Simons Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (313 reviews)
Great Stay, Beautiful Locaty
"The air conditioning did not work well and though reported to maintenance they did not come and check the unit. Everything else was amazing. Housekeeping was wonderful and very accommodating."

Reviewed on Aug 16, 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 Driftwood Beach and Demere Park ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (584 reviews)
Some what satisfied
"The kitchen wasn’t very equipped and very small. The bed was very uncomfortable unless you were directly in middle of the bed"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

The Sea Gate
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Popular places to visit

Driftwood Beach featuring general coastal views and a sunset

Driftwood Beach

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

Driftwood Beach
Bike ride in the historic district

Jekyll Island State Park

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 Island Pier which includes a river or creek and a house

Saint Simons Island Pier

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
St. Simons Lighthouse Museum showing a lighthouse and a house

St. Simons Lighthouse Museum

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

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

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

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St. Simons Lighthouse Museum showing a lighthouse and a house

St. Simons Island