Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site, but it is limited.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out may be available for a fee of USD 30.00, subject to availability.

Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is located in the historical district of St. Simons Island, just steps from St. Simons Lighthouse Museum and 6 minutes by foot from Saint Simons Island Pier. It is 1.1 miles from Massengale Park and 1.9 miles from Bloody Marsh Battle Site.

Does the hotel have a swimming pool?

Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool available, which is seasonal. The operational hours are not specified.

What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?

Up to 3 children aged 13 years old and younger can stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding.

Ocean Inn & Suites - St. Simons Island

Average nightly price at Ocean Inn & Suites by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$91
February	$96
March	$134
April	$152
May	$149
June	$150
July	$161
August	$117
September	$117
October	$130
November	$120
December	$101

What guests think

Across many reviews, Ocean Inn & Suites earns praise for its walkable location by the lighthouse and pier and for generally friendly staff, while recurring critiques cite ongoing renovations, dated spaces, limited breakfast, and inconsistent cleanliness and maintenance.

Rooms are often spacious with comfortable beds and some balconies or lighthouse views, but noise from wall A/C, slow drains, and worn furnishings appear in multiple comments. Covered parking is convenient yet tight, the small pool receives mixed feedback, and the lobby coffee machine draws frequent compliments. Expect a walkable, characterful base with clear trade-offs.

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Facilities

Covered onsite parking is convenient but tight, and many rooms offer balconies or lighthouse views. The lobby coffee machine is frequently praised, while the pool and a few services have seen occasional disruptions.

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Katrina

Apr 7, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Construction sucks. Pool closed. Water shut off. Commode malfunctioned. Was given a plunger! Breakfast poor. Coffee machine was great!

10

Pat

Jun 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No complaints. Everything superb, even the free parking!

8

daniel

May 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The parking was an issue... not a lot of room for larger cars.

8

Chris

Jun 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing staff and location. Parking is a little tight so careful if you have a large SUV. Breakfast is minimal with a muffin, juice, waffle maker. Great coffee machine and cucumber water round the clock. Very close to beach. Cute little pool and most rooms had balcony/walk out. Hotel is a bit dated, but comfortable bed and great to have a microwave and refrigerator.

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Steven

Apr 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The place is under construction. Wasn’t told anything about it. Contractors using the elevator so you have to wait for them or use the stairs. A lot of the parking lot is blocked off for them. Have to park across the street in downtown parking lot. The pool is closed due to the construction.

8

Kenneth

Aug 27, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very nice location but the hotel urgently needs a makeover. Old furniture, with only one chair by the breakfast table! Beds were comfortable. Wash bowl had a serious drainage issue, water going down super slow! The so called "breakfast" is nothing to get up for. Coffee was good. Pool not heated but still enjoyable. Most annoying was the fire alarm going off announcing there was a fire in the building asking to use the stairs to evacuate the building, which got us out of bed running out in a panic only to find out it was a "TEST". The location is really good, and we may go back but probably not staying at the same hotel.

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Hannah

Jul 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel was an excellent value for the location. It was convenient to restaurants and shopping. The property was very dated. The curtain rod in our room was lopsided and not secure to the wall. The min fridge was old and dented. The hallway paint was scuffed and dingy. There was not base molding along the floor in the hallway, which caused dirt and debris to collect between the wall and floor. There was a nice coffee machine in the lobby with fresh drinks available 24/7. Breakfast in the lobby was sparse and unappealing.

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David

Aug 10, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

While lobby coffee was good coffee in room would've been way more respectful and very convenient. Parking garage being free and out of sun was very helpful.

10

maximino

May 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, Quiet, no fuss check in, free covered parking, all excellent.

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James

Feb 23, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel was right in the village. Easy walk to events, shopping and dining. Dedicated parking, so no hassles. In the middle of Renovations, but still ok

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Cleanliness

Feedback on cleanliness is mixed: several guests report musty odors, hair or grime, mold in bathrooms, and dusty or gritty floors, while others found rooms very clean. Housekeeping consistency varies, with some missed services and public areas affected during construction.

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Patricia

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Excellent location. Breakfast offering is pathetic. Cleanliness is questionable. Exhust vent in Room 212 flithy. Housekeeping missed our room one day with no explanation. Holes in walls of corridor in second floor could easily be fixed. Trash in the front garden stayed there for four days. It is like no one takes pride in the place which is a shame.

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Susan

May 12, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Very old and dated. Dark and dreary. Not inviting. Large dark and unmatched furniture and window coverings. Drapes too long and covered air conditioner. Some furniture even placed in front of windows and mirrors. Uncomfortable furniture around pool and pool area/furniture not set up each day. Room was so smelly we had to keep balcony door open. Bathroom disgusting, moldy, poor lighting. Large laundry/garbage carts always left in main corridor so guest had to walk around them. Terrible breakfast selection, just do it yourself waffles and bowl of apples. Popcorn machine always empty. Hard to park. Luggage carts stored in front of door to front lobby balcony so you couldn't even step out on lobby balcony. Slow elevator. The only good thing about this place was the location.

6

Maurice

Apr 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Property being renovated rooms old not too clean

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Thomas

Dec 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

They were under construction so im sure i didn't get to see the best of it. The construction wasn't the issue, the cleanliness of my room was. There was hair on the sheets, previous visitors food in the fridge, which i don't know which previous one. Finally I stepped on a screw in my bathroom barefooted. I told the hotel staff about it and they said they would have a meeting about it with other staff to discuss what needs to be improved, obviously not the only response that should be given

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Thomas

May 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Went for a night get away with my wife and infant. Staff was nice and helpful. But, there was construction going on on the inn. In my room there was mold all on the roof walls and lamps

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Susan

Jul 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice and clean

6

Marrion

May 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

My husband was upset to find hair in the sink and the bathroom floor was dirty .

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Marion F

Oct 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

There was a smell in the room. The floor was a wooden floor that seemed like it was just mopped before we got there because it stayed damp the entire weekend. I think that attributed to the smell.

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roshone

Jul 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The property has an old smell and out dated really bad. It was moldy in the ceiling.

4

Ryan

Apr 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

They have construction for remodeling going on which we were aware of going into the stay. However, the rooms were filthy. Bathroom still had head hair and pubic hair on the floor and in the bathtub. The bedroom floor was a dirty as well. The highlight was the bed. The most comfortable hotel bed I’ve ever slept in. If the room would’ve just been clean, it would have made the stay much more comfortable. The overall setup of the hotel is cool too. Unique layout and views. I hate to give such a bad rating but the cleanliness was just awful.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally spacious with comfortable beds and some balconies or lighthouse views, but decor and fixtures feel dated. Several reviews note noisy wall A/C, slow drains, or minor maintenance issues, plus occasional Wi‑Fi or TV problems.

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Karen

Sep 22, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice boutique hotel in walkable distance to shops and restaurants. When you enter the hotel there’s a mildewy smell but it doesn’t carry into the room. Beds were very comfortable and room was clean.

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Courtnei

Jul 22, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Wi-fi was off the entire time which made it hard to use phone or computer inside building which was very hard to deal with.

8

Shirley

Dec 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room was large and the bed was so comfy. Loved the sheets. The staff was great and told us how to walk to all the shops and restaurants. Very nice area but you had to drive to a beach.

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jeannie

May 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our stay was good, the only complaint is our tv had no channels, we called front desk and apparently the person that works on that was not there so we stayed with no tv

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Dena

Jul 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We had a balcony facing the light house. It was beautiful but without blackout curtains the light pulsed in our room keeping us awake. Who doesn't have blackout curtains!? Furniture was placed to optimize large groups and was awkward. The rooms floors were covered in sand and sticky but the bathroomwas reasonableif you ignorethe fact that the floor hadn't been mopping between stays. Don't even bother with breakfast the self serve coffee machine, apple and packaged muffin isn't worth the trip but if you want close to the beach and reasonable prices this is it.

8

Charles

Jul 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The stay was fine. The location was excellent, the rooms were quiet, and the beds were comfortable. The hotel is in the heart of the pier/lighthouse area, and it was perfect for walking to restaurants for breakfast and dinner. The rooms were clean but very much in need of updating. We didn’t interact much with the staff, but when we did, they were professional and courteous. I might stay here again, but it was not a memorable stay.

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Wai

Feb 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Location is great. Hotel is beautiful. Everything is perfect except for the AC/Heat. It is so LOUD. It was a cold February night (40s) and we had to turn off the heat to sleep b/c it was so loud.

8

Leon

Jul 17, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Ocean Inn is in a great location for access to all that St. Simon’s has to offer. Our room was spacious with a great view. While very comfortable, decor and fixtures could use updating for a more current and functional look.

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Eric

Jul 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel is in the perfect area. Lots to do within walking distance. Pool was good. Room was dated and definitely needed some love but it was fine for a weekend.

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RONALD

Oct 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms were very dated. Floors scratched as well as furniture. Water pressure in sink very low. Nice size room.

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Service

Service is often friendly and accommodating, with many mentions of helpful front-desk staff. However, some guests report slow or uneven check-in, limited desk coverage, or unprofessional interactions from specific staff or management.

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Shane

Jul 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

All was great, except there was never anyone at the front desk to check in or out at our stay. Had to wait 15 mins for someone to come front desk to check in. Was not anyone at front desk when tried to check out, so left my key on the desk and left.

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Nielda

Sep 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Robert at the front desk was terrible. We arrived early and he said our room would be ready at 2:00pm. When we returned he had no idea who we were and told us again room would available shortly. There were other guest waiting on their room as well. He was on a personal call which was very loud and not professional at all. We waited for 1 1/2 hour and then decided to go spend a couple hours at the beach before we came back to check if room was available. Also bathroom was not clean. Mold all over the shower. Very disappointed as I had stayed there 2 1/2 years ago and really enjoyed it. Not coming back.

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Meredith

Jan 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a very cute, boutique hotel across from the ocean. Unfortunately, when we were there, renovation was happening and we were given a make shift room directly behind the front desk. The room was very odd with a long hallway, a strange door leading to an office, a separate bathroom door and a very small bed in a room. No balcony, no view. We were told it was the only room left. If we could go back and have another “normal” room, I might leave a better review. However, the staff was top notch!

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Christopher

Aug 5, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The worst service I have ever experienced . I had to actually pay a staff member $20 just to get bath towels. The next day no one came to clean the room at all. My wife called down to the front desk to speak with the staff about this. The front desk lady stated they are short staffed . The manager of the hotel Rob arrives on the property knock on our door and said we were criminally trespassing. I was appalled, his front desk staff lied and the cleaning lady lied completely and stated I called them derogatory names. The manager said he has cameras everywhere. I asked him to review the cameras and footage to see I did not say anything derogatory towards his staff. Rob said my wife and I had 20 minutes to leave the property. The manger and staff at the hotel are very unprofessional, untruthful. My wife and I have never been treated like this before in all of our travels.

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kathleen

Sep 19, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

All staff was courteous, Robert wenrmt out of his way to explain all the places to visit and restaurant's that locals visit along with tourists.

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Marcie

Sep 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The front desk clerk was very friendly and efficient.Check in was quick and easy. The room is spacious and comfortable. I love the location. It is in walking distance of the shops and restaurants.

10

Anne

Apr 21, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This is a lovely inn with a great location and wonderful staff. Located directly across from Neptune Park, Ocean Inn is within walking distance of so many great restaurants, shops, the pier, the lighthouse, and a small beach. Every member of the staff was friendly and made us feel that they were truly happy to have us staying with them. Our room was wonderful - large with a balcony that could fit two chairs comfortably. Each of the rooms is named after a type of turtle - cute touch. The king bed was very comfortable and room had a small sofa and chair.

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Jackie

Jul 2, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff at this property was awesome! They were so helpful, even though they were pulled in every direction because of a staff shortage. Management was helping staff to get everything done for guests and the staff shortage was settled quickly. In the future I would rather a hotel not have any smoking areas, however, here several guests smoked while on their balcony and others at the pool. The price was the reason I chose this hotel and it’s location is great. Again, the best staff!

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John

Jun 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I reserved two rooms, no rooms ready at 4:09 pm, still no room ready at 5:45 pm. Canceled and got refund, but very crappy way to treat customers.

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Ty

Jul 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This was the most inconvenient attempt to check in at hotel we have ever had. The Manager cancelled our reservation as we were attempting to check in. We arrived early. Front desk said come back at 2pm. We did. Then was repeatedly told we can’t check in until 4pm. We waited in lobby and watched numerous guest get checked in. When we asked front desk said nothing she can do since we booked with 3rd Party app. Asked if anyway we can get into room. They referred to 4pm policy as we watched more people check in. Again, nothing they can do? Manager came out. Didn’t problem solve. Just said same thing. We asked to use pool and the Manager just said they are cancelling our reservation. We never raised our voices, cussed, or made unreasonable request. We always use 3rd party app and never pushed to back of line or had prepaid reservation cancelled. Good news….We got better hotel at better price and checked in before 4pm. Now waiting for full refund.

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Location

Outstanding location across from the lighthouse/Neptune Park and a short walk to the pier, shops, restaurants, and coastal views. Many guests appreciated parking once and exploring on foot.

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JAYj

May 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, easy walking to restaurants and historical areas. Park and pier across the street!! Beautiful sunset at the pier!

10

DeAnna

Aug 19, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location with public beach, restaurants and shopping around the block.

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Ray

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location! Within a short walk of beach, lighthouse, and many shops and restaurants. There is nothing fancy about this hotel, but it is comfortable.

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Denise

May 29, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We loved the location for walking downtown and seeing the lighthouse.

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Keith

Jan 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient walking access to restaurants and the lighthouse.

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Megan

Nov 3, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location!

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Brian

Mar 14, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

We liked the character of Ocean Inn & Suites. Its location near Pier Village was very favorable. Easy walking distance to the park, pier, shops and dining. We definitely will return again soon.

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Travis

Jul 5, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Location, location, location! Ocean Inn & Suites is located in the absolute perfect spot. Walking distance to everything and our car stayed parked our whole stay. The hotel is clean, quiet and the rooms are spacious. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. We stayed for Independence Day and never once had to deal with traffic because everything was so close. We’ll stay here again for sure!

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Lakey

Sep 20, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

This is the best location in St Simon Island. Walking distance to the lighthouse, the pier, and numerous restaurants and shops in area.

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Ashley

Mar 4, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This hotel brought a great little town cozy feel. We had a view of the lighthouse from our balcony window, which was perfect. We were also pleased to know that we were right across the street from a playground, mini-golf place, and large community pool. The hotel was very conveniently located between the beach, nice local restaurants, and downtown shopping. We really enjoyed our stay!

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Dining

Breakfast is very simple—typically waffles, packaged muffins, and fruit—so variety is limited. The specialty coffee machine is widely praised, and several guests wished for more options or in‑room coffee.

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Bob

May 20, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The breakfast selection was poor. Choice was a waffle you made yourself, apple, orange, choice of the different flavor muffins, coffee (from a machine), orange juice and water. We stayed from Saturday until Wednesday and they had signs that stated "Excess our mess we are doing some construction to our facility" We did not see one construction worker the whole time we stayed there. The safe in the room did not work, the shower water selection knob was loose and leaked. The water pressure was really low in the shower and we were on the first floor of the hotel. The hotel parking is on the ground level. One plus is the hotel is within walking distance to the pier, the lighthouse, shopping area and many restaurants. Front staff was helpful but none of them had any uniform or even a shirt to show they working there. Not professional. I worked for a large hotel management company for many years and I would give this hotel a four out of ten rating.

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Kaylee

Jul 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Rooms had an old charm, location was excellent, staff very friendly. The breakfast bar could do with another waffle iron as the line tends to get long but overall great experience

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Patricia

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Excellent location. Breakfast offering is pathetic. Cleanliness is questionable. Exhust vent in Room 212 flithy. Housekeeping missed our room one day with no explanation. Holes in walls of corridor in second floor could easily be fixed. Trash in the front garden stayed there for four days. It is like no one takes pride in the place which is a shame.

8

Diane

May 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very different shaped room. Breakfast wasn't much. Waffles, muffins, apple, oranges, no juice or milk, no decaf coffee. Definitely could have been better.

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James

Nov 29, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Quiet, convenient, nice staff. Breakfast was not advertised which was good because it was coffee, mini muffins and a waffle iron.

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Margaret

Jan 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Continental breakfast was marginal

8

Hannah

Jul 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel was an excellent value for the location. It was convenient to restaurants and shopping. The property was very dated. The curtain rod in our room was lopsided and not secure to the wall. The min fridge was old and dented. The hallway paint was scuffed and dingy. There was not base molding along the floor in the hallway, which caused dirt and debris to collect between the wall and floor. There was a nice coffee machine in the lobby with fresh drinks available 24/7. Breakfast in the lobby was sparse and unappealing.

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Tammy

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great spacious clean. Great breakfast. Comfortable beds. Excellent

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Catt

Dec 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Super comfy! Great views! Easy walk to everything. Would love to return after renovations are complete. Breakfast is so-so. Would expect more from a luxury hotel. Check in early to avoid the “I don’t do much” evening crew, that can’t even bother to look up. Love the wood floors and balcony. Wish they had coffee and a couple bottles of water in the room.

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Latha

Nov 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient location: close to shopping, dining, Pier, light house. Average service. Breakfast was a joke: Few store bought mini muffins, some apples and a waffle iron and batter dispenser. Not worth the money even with the good location.

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Royal Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Park View

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