Tybee Island, GA

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Tybee Island Beach showing general coastal views, a beach and swimming
Tybee Island Beach showing general coastal views and a sandy beach as well as a large group of people
Tybee Island which includes a house
Tybee Island Beach featuring a sandy beach, general coastal views and swimming
Tybee Island, also known as Savannah Beach, has a laid-back Southern charm and entices visitors with its beach life, fresh seafood and heritage sites.

Tybee Island is a barrier island and city situated 18 miles (29 kilometers) east of Savannah, Georgia. It’s the closest beach resort to Atlanta and connected to the mainland by the Islands Expressway.

The original inhabitants of the island were the Native American Euchee tribe. Tybee is the Euchee word for salt. The area was discovered by Spanish explorers in 1520.

Because of its 3 miles (5 kilometers) of beaches, Tybee Island has been a magnet for tourists since the late 1800s. Today you’ll find a relaxed atmosphere here, something that is celebrated every May during the Beach Bum Parade. Find the quietest beaches at the city’s northernmost and southernmost points. Spot dolphins in the north or go surfing in the south.

Getting around is easy by car, but most parking has a fee. The streets are flat, so renting a bike is a very good alternative. Alternatively, jump on the Tybee Island Beach Shuttle, which runs between the Savannah Visitor Center and Tybee Lighthouse.

In 1763 the Tybee Island Lighthouse was the tallest structure in the U.S. Climb the 178 steps to the top for incredible views of the coastline and the Savannah River. While in the area, stop by the Tybee Museum at Fort Screven to learn about the city’s development from a tribal community into a thriving tourist destination.

Don’t miss a visit to the Tybee Beach Pier and Pavilion, a popular fishing spot that also regularly hosts special events and performances, including the Independence Day fireworks display. Close to the pier, kids will enjoy the activities at Tybee Island Marine and Science Center.

Be sure to enjoy the many restaurants on Tybee Island. At the more than 30 establishments, chefs combine traditional Southern flavors with freshly caught seafood. Take the kids to The Crab Shack to enjoy seafood platters while watching the alligator pond, and to sample Southern classics such as mac and cheese, and pecan pie.

Hotel Tybee

Hotel Tybee

2.5 out of 5
1401 Strand Ave, Tybee Island, GA
The price is ¥36,979 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
¥36,979
¥49,195 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Tybee Island. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a beach locale, and free bicycles on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,115 reviews)
"I would stay there again and recommend it"

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025

Hotel Tybee
DeSoto Beach Hotel

DeSoto Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
212 Butler Ave, Tybee Island, GA
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Tybee Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"N/A"

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

DeSoto Beach Hotel
Dunes Inn & Suites

Dunes Inn & Suites

2 out of 5
1409 Butler Ave, Tybee Island, GA
Stay at this motel in Tybee Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
Dunes Inn & Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
DeSoto Beach Gardens

DeSoto Beach Gardens

2.5 out of 5
212 Butler Avenue, Tybee Island, GA
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Tybee Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Tybee Island Beach and North Beach ...
DeSoto Beach Gardens
Savannah Beach Racquet Club

Savannah Beach Racquet Club

4 out of 5
1217 Bay St, Tybee Island, GA
Stay at this 4-star beach condo in Tybee Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Tybee Island Beach and Gallery 80 on ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (57 reviews)
Great vacation
"This is a perfect place for family vacation, ideal location next to the beach. We had a great time."

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2025

Savannah Beach Racquet Club
Island getaway with private beach

Island getaway with private beach

Tybee Island
Book a stay at this beach condo in Tybee Island. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (120 reviews)
Great stay
"Great"

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

Island getaway with private beach
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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