Epworth By The Sea

3.0 star property

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Balcony view

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Water view
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Water view
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • River view
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

St. Simons Island

With a stay at Epworth By The Sea in St. Simons Island, you'll be 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Fort Frederica National Monument and 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from Glynn Place Mall. .This hotel is 16.8 mi (27 km) from Georgia Sea Turtle Center.

What's nearby

  • Gascoigne Bluff Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Sea Island Golf Club - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • St. Simons Lighthouse Museum - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Saint Simons Island Pier - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Sea Palms Resort Golf Course - 7 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Market at Sea Island - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wake Up Coffee Company - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Epworth By The Sea

Riverfront hotel with free parking, in the vicinity of Fort Frederica National Monument
Epworth By The Sea offers 73 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor tennis court and a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 73 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and irons/ironing boards, as well as phones with free local calls.
Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including an outdoor tennis court, a seasonal outdoor pool, and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a television in a common area.
At Epworth By The Sea, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekends from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, ATM/banking services, and an elevator. Free self parking is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM on weekends.
Epworth By The Sea has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Weekend buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 14.05 for adults and USD 7.02 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Fishing
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Renovated entire property - January 2022
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from August 8 to May 27:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 5.61 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 5.61 per night

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 14.05 for adults and USD 7.02 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 5.61 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 5.61 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from June 01 to August 08
Alcohol is not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Epworth Sea Hotel St Simons Island
Epworth Sea Hotel St. Simon Island
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Epworth By The Sea Hotel
Epworth By The Sea St. Simons Island
Epworth By The Sea Hotel St. Simons Island

Epworth By The Sea Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 236 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 64 out of 236 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 236 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 236 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 236 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness
The bathroom shower needs a higher shower head
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carla

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The peace. Our room was very clean and spacious. The view was amazing; but the peace and quiet was my favorite aspect.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place oozes with charm. So cute and the grounds are Beautiful! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dewayne

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Has a nice walking path at night and a fishing area area for those who choose to stay there
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Nanette

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheena

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this property it was very beautiful and spacious. I loved how clean the rooms were how it over looked the water. I highly recommend 10/10!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jammie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love it every time
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

T

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and peceful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Clayton

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not the best experience and expensive

For the price, the rooms were not the cleanest, were very old and the beds were not comfortable. We were woken up by house keeping multiple times asking when we were checking out after our first night when we booked for two nights. Went to front desk and they also did not show our second night. We had to show our hotels.com booking to prove we paid for 2 nights. We were placed at the back of the property away from all amenities when the hotel was almost empty. No vending machines. Not the best experience would not recommend especially for the price. Felt more like a $89/nightly motel vs $150+ nightly rate.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jammie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was serene and beautiful and very well-kept. Staff was very friendly and professional. Room was amazing, quiet and we had a wonderful view of the water and boats. We would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Thetford Center

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds of a Methodist Center on the river side of the island.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Nice

Nice place but need a lot upgrade and cleaning
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penelope

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Epworth is a treasure!

Epworth is a true gem and we will certainly be back. The grounds are incredibly well maintained and the natural beauty is astonishing!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds and hotel. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garrett

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Sparse, out dated but clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Nathaniel

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wish i could have gotten my money back

Its on an old plantation. They dont provide more than 3 sets of towels regardless of how many guests and charge you if you need more. They have a sign that says they encourage you to reuse your towels everyday. The lamps were dusty. The bathtub mat had mildew. The shower curtain had mildew. I wish we could have left but the hurricane was in effect.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

ANDREW

Liked: Staff & service
A little dated but peaceful. Staff was great though.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024