Jekyll Island

Travel Guide

Jekyll Island showing a park as well as a small group of people
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Jekyll Island showing a house as well as a small group of people
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Jekyll Island showing a river or creek as well as a small group of people

Formerly a private getaway for the rich and famous, the southernmost of the Golden Isles is now a relaxed retreat with beautiful beaches and wildlife encounters.

Experience the laid-back lifestyle of Jekyll Island, a former playground for some of the country’s most powerful families. Today, explore Jekyll Island’s sugar-white sandy beaches, rolling golf courses, rich ecosystems and historic sites. Discover the enchanting landscapes of this barrier island, including marshland, pristine shorelines and maritime forests.

Jekyll Island’s beaches are among its most prized features. Explore the island’s 10-mile (16-kilometer) sandy shoreline to find fun-filled swimming beaches, perfect picnic spots and waterfront dining areas. Experience the otherworldly landscapes of Driftwood Beach, strewn with windswept old trees on the island’s northern tip. Wander between pieces of gnarled driftwood and enjoy the Atlantic Ocean vista.

Picnic at the waterfront pavilions in Great Dunes Park or splash with the family at the Summer Waves Waterpark. Jekyll Island’s beaches are ideal for long strolls, water sports and relaxing on soft sands. The northern section, Jekyll Island State Park, has a picturesque campground. North of the island, gaze across St. Simons Sound. You might spot North Atlantic right whales that visit annually in the winter, as well as dolphins playing and feeding in the channel. Go on a wildlife-watching boat tour for close-up views of these creatures. Make a trip to the Georgia Sea Turtle CenterOpens in a new window to meet some of the sick and injured turtles being rehabilitated on the island.

Jump on a bicycle and explore some of Jekyll Island’s 20 miles (30 kilometers) of bike trails. Look for historical landmarks, such as the colonial-era Horton House. Ride horseback or play golf at four different courses. Jekyll Island’s well-heeled heritage means that numerous magnificent old villas line the island’s riverfront. Stay in a sumptuous heritage hotel or enjoy a grand dining experience in a 19th-century mansion.

Jekyll Island is the southernmost of Georgia’s beautiful Golden Isles. Reach the island within a 20-minute drive from Brunswick. Alternatively, fly into Jekyll Island Airport. With its year-round warm weather, Jekyll Island is the perfect spot for an outdoor adventure.

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 RM676 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
RM676
RM778 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
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)
"The location was perfect for the beach"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham 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 RM867 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
RM867
RM992 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Jekyll Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (979 reviews)
"Amazing place to visit. we were very relaxed and the property is beautiful. Everything in walking distance the tours were incredible."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Home2 Suites by Hilton Jekyll Island
Hampton Inn & Suites Jekyll Island
Hampton Inn & Suites Jekyll Island
2.5 out of 5
200 S Beachview Dr, Jekyll Island, GA
The price is RM801 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
RM801
RM940 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
Wonderful stay
"Great hotel wonderful breakfast and most of friendly staff ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Jekyll Island
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 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! (1,005 reviews)
"This was an affordable option for me and my husband to take an early anniversary trip. The location is beautiful and was convenient to everything on Jekyll Island. I would stay there again. We enjoyed having a kitchen to save on eating out, and the pool was nice. The desk staff was very friendly ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Villas By the Sea Resort & Conference Center
Very Nice Cottage 3 Bedroom Home
Very Nice Cottage 3 Bedroom Home
3 out of 5
6 King Avenue, Jekyll Island, GA
Stay at this 3-star golf vacation home in Jekyll Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Driftwood Beach and ...
Very Nice Cottage 3 Bedroom Home
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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