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909 Butler Avenue, Tybee Island, GA 31328, United States
#16 of 93 hotels in Tybee Island
Guests' ChoiceReview Score
Based on 288 hotel reviews
8.2Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.4
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Comfort
8.6
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Location
9.0
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Facilities
8.0
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Staff
9.2
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Value for money
8.2
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Free Wifi
8.0
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Reviewed: March 30, 2025
Patrick
United States1 review8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Queen Studio
- • Stayed 1 night
The room was smaller than expected but was ok. The shower was big, but the rest of the bathroom was very small and hard to use.
The room was super cute and clean.
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: March 28, 2025
Debra
United States1 review9.0“Was a quick trip to beach perfect place to stay.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Deluxe Suite
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Was clean loved the retro vibe
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: March 24, 2025
Donna
United States26 Reviews3 helpful votes9.0“Highly recommend this place for an affordable place to stay on Tybee.”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Family Suite
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing. Could have used two more wash rags since we booked for four people and only got two but that was it. I’m sure we could have went to office and got more. We just didn’t get back until late.
It was clean, comfortable and close to everything! Loved the retro look inside. The ground floor rooms make for easy access. Would definitely come again.
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: March 10, 2025
Santalucia
United States2 Reviews8.0“Great staff!!!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Amazing staff!! The front desk lady helped me go above and beyond I had a hard time booking uber on the island that day and needed to make it to a wedding she was so so helpful
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: October 16, 2024
Barbara
United States2 Reviews8.0“Convenient & served its purpose”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Bathroom shower floor looked dirty. Tight squeeze in there too. Should be a curtain on back window as an bright outside light shined right into the bedroom making it too bright in room.
Conveniently located. Cute little place
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: September 23, 2024
Nancy
United States16 Reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Harken back to the days of motoring on the old roads...Fair price for a comfortable night's stay.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Queen Studio
- • Stayed 2 nights
Bathroom sink was very small and the faucet was too large for the sink. Water pressure in the shower was lower than we liked.
The lady who checked us in was wonderful! Cheery and very accommodating. We were close to the ocean and she showed us a short cut. The furnishings and appliances remind you of the old motels, which isn't a bad thing. The pool was really nice.
Stayed in September 2024
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Reviewed: September 23, 2024
Thomas
United States2 Reviews8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Queen Studio
- • Stayed 3 nights
Parking was a bit close.
Location was great. Room was clean and comfortable. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed in September 2024
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Reviewed: September 7, 2024
Amanda
United States1 review8.0Very Good- • Family with young children
- • Deluxe Queen Studio
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It was a little warm in the room even with the AC on. We like to sleep in a cold room but it wasn't that bad.
The room was adorable. Looked just like the pictures online.
Stayed in September 2024
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Reviewed: August 25, 2024
Heather
United States4 Reviews2 helpful votes9.0“Cozy beach cabin just 4 minute walk from beach access and near EVERYTHING on Tybee!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Queen Studio
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The bed was very lumpy on one side. Please get one that is firmer to provide durability. For a place that has cleanings between each person, you would expect the flower floor's tiles/grout to be cleaner but it needs a little more time and extra elbow grease because that was the only dirty part of the room. Besides, that the curtains need to be washed, and should be washed at least twice a month because of so many people filtering in and out. It seemed like they had never been washed and when you're laying on the bed it's very obvious. We still enjoyed this listing very much and this did not affect our enjoyment of the management and cozy room that did its purpose. Thank you guys so so much for being so accommodating.
Really beautiful renovations! Really cute and minimal beachy decor. The single queen room was small but just what we needed, very cozy. Generally everything was very clean. I loved that the management was mostly hands-off and I received my door # and door code before arrival so it was a very smooth check-in. The TV is a smart fire TV and also has cable. It felt very private and the noise proofing was good. While looking through other listings on the island, they're very dated and dirty looking OR way too overpriced. We were allowed to use the outdoor shower and park there for the rest of the day following checkout. I really will be coming back when I need a place to stay on Tybee.
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: August 25, 2024
Valery
United States1 review9.0“This was a great place to kick back and relax.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The staff were very friendly and helpful!
Stayed in July 2024
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Reviewed: August 11, 2024
Walls
United States8 Reviews7.0“Close to the beach, great location, central location to the island”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Queen Studio
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The room was themed
The room was quite. We both thought that it was very well layout, but not a lot of room to move around
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: August 6, 2024
Jordan
United States3 Reviews9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Staff doesn't get there till 930 am.When you need toilet paper or more towels you got to wait until after 9:30 and if you're an early riser that's very inconvenient
Location Friendly Clean
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: July 29, 2024
Turley
United States1 review7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Suite
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The parking is terrible
Loved how comfortable the beds were and how close to the beach it is
Stayed in July 2024
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Reviewed: July 25, 2024
Monica
United States1 review8.0“I would stay again for a weekend”- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Queen Studio
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Small
For a weekend it is perfect. Close walk to beach . Small but clean . Friendly front desk .
Stayed in July 2024
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Reviewed: July 21, 2024
Michael
United States1 review9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No vending machines.
If you are looking for The Westin move one. This is a 50+ year old motel that was probably one of the first on Tybee. They have updated the rooms and I’d call it shabby chic. The room was clean and more than suited our needs. The pool is a large size and was clean. I will stay again.
Stayed in July 2024
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Reviewed: July 11, 2024
Lindsey
United States1 review7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Deluxe Queen Studio
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Needed cleaning. No cleaning of rooms during stay.
Location was great. Price was good.
Stayed in July 2024
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Reviewed: July 4, 2024
Kyle
United States5 Reviews8.0“Simple, clean, and comfortable.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Thought all rooms were ground level per pictures. Family members had difficulty with steps up to room.
Proximity and cleanliness.
Stayed in July 2024
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Reviewed: June 30, 2024
Meredith
United States7 Reviews7.0“Clean, comfortable, convenient”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Queen Studio
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The room was very small as was the bathroom. It needed somewhere to hang your clothing. The parking lot was very tight especially when it filled up for the weekend. Another lamp and charging station was needed for the other side of the bed.
The room was newly updated and clean.
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: June 28, 2024
Annetta
United States1 review7.0“we had a good time . the ocean was near by. the pool was refreshing. we were comfortable”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Queen Studio
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
the bathroom sink was awkward to use. as was the toilet.there was no room to sit other than on the bed. a chest of drawers would help
the location was great. AC was comfortable. liked the refrigerator and microwave. the shower was a good size
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: June 20, 2024
Peterson-shea
United States3 Reviews1 helpful vote9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Queen Studio
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
We enjoyed the nearness of the beach.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: June 18, 2024
Jessica
United States1 review8.0“Overall it was great”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Family Suite
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Tight parking, pool chair were broken some, bathroom was small, front room didn’t get as cool as the back room!
Great for the price. Room was cute. Location and accessibility Was good!
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: June 13, 2024
Antonia
United States3 Reviews7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Suite
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Not as pictured and very small
Close to beach
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: May 30, 2024
Neilia
United States5 Reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Loved how close to the beach it was.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Suite
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It was all great
The staff were very accommodating, even when we arrived very early.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: April 28, 2024
Cathleen
United States1 review1 helpful vote9.0“We were only there 1 night but were pleased with our stay.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Suite
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
A little further from the beach than described.
Staff was very nice. Retro look was fun.
Stayed in April 2024
