Golden Isles of Georgia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

While visiting East End, you might make a stop by sights like East Beach and Massengale Park.

East End
St. Simons Island showing a house

Saint Simons Heights

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
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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 St. Simons Lighthouse Museum.

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

Downtown St. Simons Island

While there might not be top attractions in Downtown St. Simons Island, you can explore the larger area and discover places like St. Simons Lighthouse Museum and Sea Island Golf Club.

Downtown St. Simons Island
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Beach Village

Though Beach Village may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Jekyll Island State Park and Summer Waves Water Park.

Beach Village
Best Western Plus Jekyll Island

Best Western Plus Jekyll Island

2.5 out of 5
700 N Beachview Dr Jekyll Island GA
The price is AU$150 per night from 11 Jan to 12 Jan
AU$150
11 Jan - 12 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Jekyll Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,016 reviews)
My stay was perfect. The staff was helpful, breakfast options were great, the location was just steps away from the beach, and it was so nice to have a fully-equipped kitchen in my room since there isn’t a grocery store on the island. Great spot to get away from the hustle and bustle, and truly wind ...

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Best Western Plus Jekyll Island
Home2 Suites by Hilton Jekyll Island

Home2 Suites by Hilton Jekyll Island

3 out of 5
101 OCEAN WAY Jekyll Island GA
The price is AU$173 per night from 13 Jan to 14 Jan
AU$173
13 Jan - 14 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jekyll Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
Would have liked yogurt and a little more variety in the breakfast selections.

Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

Home2 Suites by Hilton Jekyll Island
The Westin Jekyll Island Beach Resort

The Westin Jekyll Island Beach Resort

4 out of 5
110 Ocean Way Jekyll Island GA
The price is AU$274 per night from 14 Jan to 15 Jan
AU$274
14 Jan - 15 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Jekyll Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
Very friendly staff, clean, comfortable, very convenient to everything! Great place to stay!

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

The Westin Jekyll Island Beach Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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 beach villa in Jekyll Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,094 reviews)
Incredible view

Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

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 business-friendly aparthotel in St. Simons Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (337 reviews)
The Privacy/ Location excellent -- Restaurant was closed due to elevator being out- and was not informed prior to arrival- this is not a typically manned hotel

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025

Ocean Lodge Resort
The Sea Gate

The Sea Gate

4 out of 5
1015 Beachview Drive St. Simons Island GA
Stay at this beach condo in St. Simons Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Driftwood Beach and Demere Park are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (602 reviews)
Very nice. Enjoyed our time here. Good balcony. Close to beach! Covered parking. Elevator. Kitchen utensils sparse. Will come back.

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

The Sea Gate
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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