Jekyll Island Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Jekyll Island
Where to stay in Jekyll Island
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 Great Dunes Park.
Historic District
While visiting Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Georgia Sea Turtle Center and Fancy Bluff Creek.
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jekyll Island
All staff were very friendly & accommodating. This is a vintage property but best location on the island & well maintained.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Jekyll Island by IHG
Bad odor in room and large palmetto bugs. Left early because we couldn’t find where they had hidden in room.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Jekyll Island
Fine
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Villas By the Sea Resort & Conference Center
There were some issues with the door to the bathroom - it kept falling off the rail - a definite safety hazard. We managed to catch the heavy sliding door before it fell and hit another guest.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Ocean Lodge Resort
We had the fifth floor room with amazing views and a private balcony/pation area. The room was spacious and comfortable. It looks like they have been updating the rooms but it was cleanly. I have questions about the elevator due to the fact the last inspection expired in 2024 so that made me a bit ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Popular places to visit
Driftwood Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Driftwood Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Jekyll Island. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or seek out the cycling trails.
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.
Great Dunes Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Great Dunes Park and enjoy the cycling trails in Jekyll Island. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the golf courses.
Georgia Sea Turtle Center
Take the family on an outing to Georgia Sea Turtle Center during your trip to Jekyll Island. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the cycling trails.
Americana Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Americana Beach during your trip to Jekyll Island? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the cycling trails.
Horton House
You can find out about the history of Jekyll Island with a stop at Horton House. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
- Driftwood Beach
- Summer Waves Water Park
- Great Dunes Park
- Americana Beach
- Coastal Encounters Nature Center
- Horton House
- Indian Mound
- Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay
- Saint Simons Island Pier
- Emerald Princess II Casino
- St. Simons Lighthouse Museum
- Sea Island Golf Club
- King and Prince Golf Course
- Sea Palms Resort Golf Course
- Glynn Place Mall
- Crooked River State Park
- Cumberland Island National Seashore
- beach near King City
- East Beach
- Neptune Park
- Fort Frederica National Monument
