If you’re a nature enthusiast, a beach lover or simply seeking a tranquil getaway, The Westin Jekyll Island Beach Resort promises a memorable stay on Georgia’s storied playground. With easy access to the island’s top draws and an enviable location directly on the beach with ocean views available from many of the hotel’s 200 guestrooms and suites, The Westin promises immediate immersion in the coastal lifestyle of a Jekyll Island experience. Step outside to be on the sand in seconds, lounge in the waterfront courtyard equipped with firepits, or borrow one of the hotel’s cruiser bikes to explore the 22 miles of paved bike paths circling and crisscrossing the quiet island. However you choose to embrace island life, The Westin Jekyll Island is a convenient and comfortable base that ranks among the top stays on what was once an exclusive island retreat for America’s wealthiest families.

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Standing out among island accommodations for upscale amenities and superior comfort, The Westin Jekyll Island Beach Resort is equipped with all of the soothing touches the brand offers worldwide. Rooms and suites are spacious and comfortably appointed with the brand’s trademark elements, including both Westin Heavenly Bed and Westin Heavenly Bath features for a more spa-like experience. Many accommodations offer private balconies with ocean views. Little added luxuries like Westin’s signature white tea scent wafting through the lobby, where you’ll also find infused ice water (an essential during South Georgia summers), create a welcoming sense of added familiarity. If you’re traveling for business, you will also appreciate the full-service business center and versatile meeting spaces ready to host conferences, meetings or special events of any kind against a backdrop of serene coastal views.

Whether entertaining your own family or a client, make a reservation at Willet’s Lowcountry, the hotel’s signature restaurant. Embracing the rich culinary traditions of the Lowcountry region, Willet’s serves an array of elevated dishes inspired by Southern cuisine. The menu features a blend of classic flavors and contemporary twists, with options ranging from local red fish with grilled artichoke caponata to filet mignon with cacio e pepe Brussels sprouts. A side of creamy stone-ground grits goes with just about anything. Don’t forget the craft cocktail menu to start (or finish). Willet’s delivers true Southern hospitality with a touch of class a step above most of the island’s more casual dining options.

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Jekyll Island is home to several legendary beaches, including surreal Driftwood Beach, where a forest of mature driftwood trees, many of them still standing, fill the shoreline in a curious maze of haunting remnants. Inland, Horton’s Pond is a quiet space for birdwatching, lowkey trail hikes and wildlife spotting. There’s an elevated (and shaded) viewing deck for the latter. Visit Georgia Sea Turtle Center, dedicated to the rehabilitation and protection of sea turtles for one of the island’s most unique experiences. You can meet current turtle patients and learn about the Center’s never-ending work that impacts both local and international sea turtle populations.

Elsewhere on the island you’ll find attractions like Summer Waves Water Park, multiple golf courses (mini golf, too), and a quaint shopping village near the historic mansions that formerly served as New York society’s Southern beach cottages. Historical tours are available and often include access to at least one of the famous cottages. And, of course, there’s no shortage of restaurants catering to the island’s abundance of fresh seafood. The Wharf is a popular gathering spot for local comfort foods and colorful sunsets often accompanied by live music, while Zachry’s Riverhouse is a favorite among shrimp fans looking for a casual meal with a view. Just a 10-minute walk up the beach from The Westin, Tortuga Jacks is a vibrant spot for margaritas and Baja fish tacos under the island’s only oceanfront tiki hut (plenty of non-seafood options, too), and a great pitstop on the way back to your room from an activity, afternoon or evening.

The Westin Jekyll Island Beach Resort

110 Ocean Way
Jekyll Island, Georgia 31527
tel 912 635 4545