Golden Isles of Georgia

Travel Guide

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

Where to stay in Golden Isles of Georgia

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East Beach

East Beach might not have many top sights, but East Beach and Bloody Marsh Battle Site are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

East Beach
St. Simons Island which includes a house

Saint Simons Heights

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
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King City

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in King City and surrounding area, you can visit Sea Island Golf Club and Saint Simons Island Pier.

King City
St. Simons Island Pier showing 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

When in Druid Oaks, you can plan a visit to Bloody Marsh Battle Site and St. Simons Lighthouse Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Druid Oaks
St. Simons Island Pier showing 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 €134 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
€134
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Love this hotel!!!! Better signage on how to get from room 227 to the lobby and breakfast would be great. That maze is ridiculous. But otherwise our stay was great as always"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jekyll Island
Jekyll Island Club Resort

Jekyll Island Club Resort

4 out of 5
371 Riverview Dr, Jekyll Island, GA
The price is €246 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€246
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury resort in Jekyll Island. Enjoy free parking, 5 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"I liked the comfortable feel of the property. I did not like the staff much. They don't have welcoming personalities. They weren't rude but I didn't feel welcomed by them."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Jekyll Island Club 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 €160 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
€160
27 Aug - 28 Aug
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! (1,000 reviews)
Relaxed and Peaceful
"We had a great stay. We’ve been here before and love the relaxed vibe. Last year the restaurant wasn’t open yet, and what a great addition to the property! All of the staff at the restaurant were kind and accommodating. We are already planning our return for this peaceful little area again."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 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! (1,033 reviews)
"Restaurant was amazing, great food and service! View and location of our one bedroom was great even with the beach updates happening."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 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! (311 reviews)
"The food and service at the rooftop Terrace Restaurant and room service were very, very good. Sorry they don't serve breakfast now. Would love to have seen what they did with that! Our suite was large and comfortable. We had a great stay."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Ocean Lodge Resort
East Beach Bungalow • Dog Friendly • Best Deal on St. Simons

East Beach Bungalow • Dog Friendly • Best Deal on St. Simons

Saint Simons Island
Stay at this vacation home in St. Simons Island. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Driftwood Beach and World War II ...
9/10 Wonderful! (123 reviews)
Tight parking; great walking
"Great walking access to the beach, only couple of blocks away. Vehicle access to property is best if compact vehicles only. It is true, parking for two, but…if two vehicles, turning around to get back out is somewhat challenging. I submitted a few suggestions to help improve stay for next visitors, ..."

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2025

East Beach Bungalow • Dog Friendly • Best Deal on St. Simons
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Popular places to visit

Driftwood Beach which includes a sunset and general coastal views

Driftwood Beach

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

Driftwood Beach
Jekyll Island State Park

Jekyll Island State Park

Enjoy a trip to Jekyll Island State Park and popular activities such as cycling in Jekyll Island. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Jekyll Island State Park
St. Simons Island Pier showing 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

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
Jekyll Island Golf Club

Jekyll Island Golf Club

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

Jekyll Island Golf Club
Great Dunes Park which includes a beach and general coastal views 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

Things to do

Private Professional Golfing Experience in Sea Island Resort

Private Professional Golfing Experience in Sea Island Resort

€350
per adult
Private Professional Golfing Experience in Sea Island Resort
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Jekyll Island featuring flowers and a house

Brunswick

Photo by Lynda Marie

Dock Junction