The Best Hotels Closest to Driftwood Beach in Jekyll Island - 2026 Updated Prices

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A courtyard with wicker furniture, a pool, and a building with balconies.

An outdoor patio with a pool, surrounded by lush greenery and shaded by trees.

A painting of a riverside town, a vase with flowers, a glass pitcher, and a decorative tray on a wooden dresser.

A spacious living room with leather armchairs, a fireplace, and a dining area.

1. Village Inn and Pub - Adults Only

1.8 mi from Driftwood Beach

Patricia

£144

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A building with a sign reading "Saint Simons Inn by the Lighthouse".

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a desk with a lamp. There is a window with blinds, a door, and a painting on the wall.

A two-story building with a sign reading "Saint Simon Inn."

A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table. There is a painting on the wall, a ceiling fan, and a window with a view of trees.

2. Saint Simons Inn by the Lighthouse

1.7 mi from Driftwood Beach

BRENDA

£94

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a building with a porch, and trees with purple lighting.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a black stove, a black refrigerator, a blue microwave, a sink, and a small table with blue chairs.

A gated area with a sign reading "Queens Court."

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a television, a window with blinds, a bed, and a patterned rug.

3. Queens Court

1.8 mi from Driftwood Beach

Keith

£71

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A wooden structure with a view of a lighthouse in the background.

A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets and a marble countertop.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a well-maintained garden, and a street view.

A balcony with a view of a white building with a tower, possibly a lighthouse, and a swimming pool with lounge chairs.

4. Ocean Inn and Suites

1.7 mi from Driftwood Beach

Paula

£76

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a large island with stools, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.

A spacious living area with a modern kitchen, a dining area, and a loft with a balcony.

A modern building with large windows and a wooden ceiling.

5. The Kress Brunswick

5.7 mi from Driftwood Beach

Shannon

£173

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A two-story building with a brick facade, large trees, and a paved walkway.

A covered porch with a wooden wall, a small table with chairs, and a view of a garden with a pathway.

A bathroom with two sinks, each with a bowl sink and a mirror above. There is a window with a stained glass design between the mirrors.

A tranquil pond with a gazebo and a fountain, surrounded by lush greenery and a building in the background.

6. The Grey Owl Inn

2.9 mi from Driftwood Beach

Stacey

£198

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a sofa.

A living room with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and a large window.

A bathroom with a sink, mirror, towel rack, toilet, and shower.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

7. Sea Island Resorts

5.1 mi from Driftwood Beach

Priscilla

£137

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A balcony with two chairs and a small table, overlooking a beach and a white house.

A neatly made bed with white linens and a single beige pillow, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps, in a room with a framed artwork above the bed.

A multi-story hotel with a pool area, including a hot tub and lounge chairs.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a kitchen in the background.

8. The Sea Gate

2.2 mi from Driftwood Beach

Natasha

£236

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

An outdoor patio area with a stone fire pit, seating, and string lights.

A modern dining area with round tables and chairs, a sofa, and a television.

A church with a steeple, surrounded by large trees and a well-maintained lawn.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a living space with a sofa and lamp.

9. Home2 Suites by Hilton St. Simon's Island

3.2 mi from Driftwood Beach

Lauren

£150

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A patio with white chairs and a view of the ocean at sunset.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and an exit door.

A park with a pathway, trees, and a gazebo.

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a fire pit, and a building with red lighting in the background.

10. The Beachview Club

3 mi from Driftwood Beach

Kristy

£146

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A beach with two blue umbrellas and white chairs.

A water park with multiple slides and play structures.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

11. Jekyll Ocean Club

Beach Village, 4.6 mi from Driftwood Beach

Ken

£301

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious dining area with a large wooden table and chairs, a coffee station, and a view of the city through large windows.

A hotel bathroom with a large mirror, sink, and a shower area.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a stone wall, and a building with multiple windows and a tiled roof.

A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Peach State" sign, two computer monitors, a plant, and a Hilton sign.

12. Hampton Inn St. Simons Island

3.4 mi from Driftwood Beach

Terri

£96

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a grill.

A modern kitchen with built-in appliances, a dining area with a sofa, and a wooden bookshelf.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with stools, and a chalkboard wall with a motivational message.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a blue patterned rug.

13. Towneplace Suites by Marriott Brunswick

10.2 mi from Driftwood Beach

Jason

£89

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

An outdoor patio with a fire feature, seating, and ambient lighting.

A modern lobby with marble walls, two yellow chairs, a round table, and a patterned carpet.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a decorative plant.

A DoubleTree by Hilton hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and well-maintained landscaping.

14. DoubleTree by Hilton Brunswick

10.1 mi from Driftwood Beach

Taryn

£93

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

An aerial view of a resort with two swimming pools, sun loungers, umbrellas, and a beach volleyball court.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a colorful umbrella.

A spacious lobby with a large chess table, comfortable seating, potted plants, and large windows offering views of palm trees and a beach.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

15. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jekyll Island

4.9 mi from Driftwood Beach

Tim

£108

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A circular fire pit surrounded by wicker chairs, with a stone wall and a glass door leading to an indoor area with tables and chairs.

A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, large windows, and a reception desk.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, a parking lot, and a landscaped area with palm trees.

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a marble backsplash.

16. Residence Inn by Marriott Brunswick

10.3 mi from Driftwood Beach

david

£103

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A balcony with a view of a beach and ocean.

A pool with a view of the beach and ocean.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a central courtyard with palm trees, and a well-maintained lawn.

17. The Westin Jekyll Island Beach Resort

Beach Village, 4.7 mi from Driftwood Beach

Timothy

£168

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern hotel reception area with a curved wooden counter, a digital display, and a seating area with a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign, featuring a mix of black and blue exterior panels, and a well-maintained lawn with palm trees.

A modern interior with large windows, red and blue chairs, and a herringbone-patterned carpet.

A modern lounge area with a bar, colorful chairs, and a purple sofa.

18. Tru By Hilton Brunswick

9.5 mi from Driftwood Beach

Hector

£86

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel with a swimming pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a desk, and a bathroom.

A hotel reception area with a wooden counter, a green wall, a minibar, and a self-service beverage machine.

A modern hotel room with a separate dining area, a kitchen with stainless steel appliances, and a visible bathroom.

19. Home2 Suites by Hilton Jekyll Island

Beach Village, 4.7 mi from Driftwood Beach

Sherilyn

£132

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a sunset view.

A coastal event with tables and chairs set up on grass, palm trees, and a view of the sea.

A sunlit outdoor seating area with chairs and umbrellas overlooking the beach.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a variety of seating including booths and tables.

20. The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort

2.5 mi from Driftwood Beach

Tiffani

£176

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Driftwood Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Village Inn and Pub - Adults Only	9.8 Exceptional 520 reviews	View
Saint Simons Inn by the Lighthouse	9.0 Wonderful 1,006 reviews	View
Queens Court	8.8 Excellent 981 reviews	View
Ocean Inn and Suites	8.4 Very good 1,006 reviews	View
The Kress Brunswick	9.8 Exceptional 176 reviews	View

Top Driftwood Beach Hotel Reviews

Ocean Inn and Suites

8/10 Good

"Great location and super friendly staff"

Village Inn and Pub - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"Charming hotel in a great location!"

The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Beach view"

Ocean Lodge Resort

8/10 Good

"We enjoyed our visit. When we got there our room was not ready so they offered us free dinner and drinks on them! The restaurant on the second floor is a secret gem! The food was amazing and the service from Ryan was awesome. Ryan also helped us with getting someone to clean our room. Location was great! It was right across the street from the beach! Another secret gem was the other restaurant on the top floor where they have food and drinks and entertainment!"

Villas By the Sea Resort & Conference Center

8/10 Good

"It was a good stay, love the villas"

Driftwood Beach adjacent, off season rate, 20% off week, BEACH FRONT!

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and quiet. Family friendly. Great location with easy walk to ocean front, restaurant and pool. Host was in contact prior to arrival as well as afterwards to ensure all was well. Highly recommend this listing."

Jekyll villa near Driftwood Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Nice clean condo with a good location"

2027 SNOWBIRD MONTHLY RATES 40% OFF! POOLSIDE!

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great end of summer vacation in Jekyll Island and really found a gem of a condo to enjoy it in. Great location, overlooking the pool. Walking distance to the beach (Driftwood) and some great natural beauty to take in. Enjoyed the Italian restaurant on the property, as well as the bar. Recommend the pizzas! 3 bedrooms with comfy beds, nice bathrooms, what else do you want?"

Seaside studio near Driftwood Beach

10/10 Excellent

"It was everything I expected and more."

Other attractions near Driftwood Beach

A historical marker for Major William Horton in a wooded area with a building in the background.

Horton House

9.0/10 (334 reviews)

Discover Jekyll Island’s colonial history when you explore the crumbling ruins of a grand old home that formerly belonged to one of Fort Frederica’s military leaders.

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A pier with a sign reading "Simons Island Pier" leading to the water.

Saint Simons Island Pier

9.4/10 (1,358 reviews)

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.

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A calm waterfront with a lighthouse, trees, and a stone wall.

Neptune Park

9.4/10 (434 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Neptune Park during your stay in St. Simons Island. Wander the beaches and marina while you're in the area.

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A golf course with a flagstick, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

Sea Island Golf Club

8.8/10 (177 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in St. Simons Island at Sea Island Golf Club. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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A lighthouse with a white tower and a brick building with a porch in front.

St. Simons Lighthouse Museum

9.2/10 (794 reviews)

Look out across the Atlantic panorama from the restored lighthouse keeper’s quarters and learn about the Golden Isles’ maritime history at the museum.

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beach near King City

9.4/10 (3 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near King City during your trip to St. Simons Island?

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Demere Park

9.0/10 (81 reviews)

After visiting Demere Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Demere Park. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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Glynn Visual Arts

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Glynn Visual Arts during your travels in St. Simons Island. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Driftwood Beach?

Driftwood Beach is located in Jekyll Island. This family-friendly area is known for its beautiful island views and cycling. You'll find 1971 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Driftwood Beach?

Saint Simons Inn by the Lighthouse is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Driftwood Beach. Other good choices within 5 miles include Ocean Inn and Suites and Villas By the Sea Resort & Conference Center.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Driftwood Beach?

Expedia has 1971 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Driftwood Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Driftwood Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Driftwood Beach.

What can I see and do near Driftwood Beach?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at St. Simons Lighthouse Museum, World War II Home Front Museum or Mildred Huie Museum at Mediterranean House. You can wander around Massengale Park, Demere Park or Liberty Ship Park if you want a dose of fresh air. Be sure to get some family photos at Neptune Park, Glynn Visual Arts and Georgia Sea Turtle Center while you're out sightseeing near Driftwood Beach.

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Our top choices for Driftwood Beach hotels

1. Village Inn and Pub - Adults Only

2. Saint Simons Inn by the Lighthouse

3. Queens Court

4. Ocean Inn and Suites

5. The Kress Brunswick

6. The Grey Owl Inn

7. Sea Island Resorts

8. The Sea Gate

9. Home2 Suites by Hilton St. Simon's Island

10. The Beachview Club

11. Jekyll Ocean Club

12. Hampton Inn St. Simons Island

13. Towneplace Suites by Marriott Brunswick

14. DoubleTree by Hilton Brunswick

15. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jekyll Island

16. Residence Inn by Marriott Brunswick

17. The Westin Jekyll Island Beach Resort

18. Tru By Hilton Brunswick

19. Home2 Suites by Hilton Jekyll Island

20. The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort

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Top Driftwood Beach Hotel Reviews

Ocean Inn and Suites

Village Inn and Pub - Adults Only

The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort

Ocean Lodge Resort

Villas By the Sea Resort & Conference Center

Driftwood Beach adjacent, off season rate, 20% off week, BEACH FRONT!

Jekyll villa near Driftwood Beach

2027 SNOWBIRD MONTHLY RATES 40% OFF! POOLSIDE!

Seaside studio near Driftwood Beach

Other attractions near Driftwood Beach

Horton House

Saint Simons Island Pier

Neptune Park

Sea Island Golf Club

St. Simons Lighthouse Museum

beach near King City

Demere Park

Glynn Visual Arts

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