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Royal Palms Motel

Stay steps from the beach at Royal Palms Motel, offering free Wi-Fi, outdoor pool, and parking. Near Fort Pulaski National Monument & Tybee attractions.

909 Butler Ave, Tybee Island, GA 31328, United States View on map
8.8/10
Very Good Based on 501 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking Accessible Outdoor pool Air-conditioned
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable, Clean Rooms with Beach Convenience

Recent guests highlight a clean, well-maintained motel with charming vintage style and a prime location near the beach. The property offers practical amenities like kitchenettes, a refreshing outdoor pool, and attentive staff, making it a popular choice for relaxed beach visits. Some practical limitations reflect the motel’s older construction and modest scale.

Guests often praise

  • Clean, comfortable rooms featuring retro décor and functional kitchenettes with microwaves and minifridges.
  • The convenient location, just a short walk to the beach and close to local shops and dining options.
  • Refreshing, well-kept outdoor pool situated centrally among the rooms.
  • Helpful and friendly staff who provide personalized service and assist with local recommendations.
  • Effective air conditioning and the ability to open windows for fresh ocean breeze.

Worth knowing

  • The motel has an older building layout, with smaller bathrooms and some challenges with room ventilation after showers.
  • Office hours are limited (9 AM to 5 PM), so requests should be made accordingly; amenities like ice machines require quarters and are not 24/7.
  • Parking can be tight during busy periods due to the motel’s full booking.
  • Not all rooms have extensive modern upgrades, reflecting the motel’s basic, functional style rather than luxury.
  • The property does not provide breakfast, fitness facilities, or airport shuttle service.

Best for

  • Visitors seeking affordable, clean accommodations steps from the beach.
  • Families or groups needing rooms with kitchenettes and flexible sleeping arrangements.
  • Guests appreciating a quiet but friendly atmosphere with helpful staff.
  • Travelers who want easy access to Tybee Island’s natural and historic attractions.
  • Those looking for a classic beach motel vibe with modern conveniences like Wi-Fi and air conditioning.
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About this property

Welcome to Royal Palms Motel

Located just a two-minute walk from the beach on Tybee Island, Royal Palms Motel offers basic yet functional accommodations in a setting that blends vintage charm with practical amenities. The property features rooms and suites equipped with minifridges and microwaves, catering to guests who appreciate simplicity and convenience during their stay. An outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi add to the comfort without complicating the experience.

The motel sports a retro style that some guests find appealing and clean, with décor elements like murals contributing to a relaxed, beach-town vibe. Reviewers have noted that the air conditioning is effective and the rooms are well-maintained, although the bathroom space is compact due to the building’s older design. Guests looking for a quiet stay often appreciate the lack of noise issues and the smoke-free environment.

Royal Palms Motel provides free parking, air-conditioned rooms, and beach access, but does not offer breakfast, pet accommodations, or a fitness center. Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM, with office hours from 9 AM to 5 PM. Recent visitor feedback highlights the friendly staff and helpful service, though some note limitations such as limited ventilation post-shower and the need to bring quarters for the ice machine outside office hours.

Its convenient location puts guests within easy reach of local attractions such as Fort Pulaski National Monument, Tybee Island Light Station & Museum, and the Marine Science Center, all offering historic, educational, and outdoor activities. With Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport about 46 minutes away by car, the motel serves as a practical base for visitors balancing beach time and exploration.

Suitable for travelers seeking affordable, no-frills lodging close to the beach, Royal Palms Motel appeals to families and small groups who prioritize location and comfortable basics over luxury. It is favored by those who enjoy a quiet, retro beach atmosphere complemented by helpful staff and a clean pool area.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Accessible
Outdoor pool
Air-conditioned
Beach access
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Breakfast
Pet-friendly
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

JE
julie ebner Apr 06, 2026
10

All I can say is now I want to move here!!!! Everything about this place is amazing! The rooms are super clean and cute. Total retro vibes inside and out. The pool is so clean and in a lovely location close to all rooms. This is a perfect place for a relaxing weekend or party trip. My mom and I brought my daughter her to celebrate her 18th BDay, we loved it soo much we booked an extra day.

KP
Kirk Pie Mar 15, 2026
10

We had a great little vacation here! The walk to the beach is very short, and safe. The rooms are very well kept and the kitchenette is very functional and stylish. We filled the ice bucket and stored it in the freezer, and it lasted the whole trip. It was perfect for my iced coffee on morning beach strolls. We had no neighbor noise issues during our stay and the AC worked amazingly well. I loved the huge Tybee chart mural in our room, it was a very nice touch. The staff was very nice too, we will definitely be staying here again!

MS
Michael Stembridge Mar 05, 2026
10

My name is Michael Stembridge. My family and I stayed over the weekend of February 27th thru March 1st. To put it plainly our stay was fantastic to start the room was clean and comfortable and had a really cool vintage look. Our stay was super affordable and the staff was always available and helpful. My family and I all agree that a return stay is 100% happening in the near future.

TM
Timothy Marino Mar 05, 2026
10

Older motor hotel but it’s nicer and cleaner than the new ones. Cynthia calls you before your stay asking if you need anything and will work with a late check in. Pool was beautiful and one block from the 10th st pier to the beach. Unit has a good ac which in summer is a blessing. Clean clear pool and well kept grounds. The executive suite is amazing with 2 bedrooms and a twin bed in its own little room. Couch pulls out too so if you got kids it’s awesome. Plus hot water. A plus for big families. Love this place come help them out cause they are amazing.

JH
Jeff Hutchins Feb 18, 2026
10

What a great find this motel was - classic beach town old skool vibe yet balanced with some nice updates. Affordable and fun, we loved this place. You can walk into town from here in 20 minutes, there's a great pool in the middle of the horseshow layout and the folks that run this place are so nice, very helpful with recommendations and interested in making your stay really great. We visited Tybee for half of our 4-day trip to Savannah - a perfect complement of history and culture in Savannah with a laid back no chain (seriously) community of restaurant and retail on Tybee. The beaches are really great and we had dolphins swimming about 10' from us! Such a great wildlife encounter and seemingly common on Tybee's beaches. I'd highly recommend the pizza establishment Farace's Finest Pizza's and Pints - outstanding pizza and live music in outdoor setting.

RN
Ruth N Feb 08, 2026
10

We really enjoyed our stay here! Truly a 5 minute walk from our door to the ocean. Easy to check in and get a door code instead of a key which was great to keep our arms light going to and from. There are some things they are working on remodeling and the ventilation in the rooms is hard after everyone showers and has wet clothes from the beach—but that is to be expected in a beach motel. The air conditioner worked great. Each room having a fridge and microwave was a bonus for us as a family. Bathroom is small due to the building being older and renovations not having much space to make it spacious. But it’s the perfect size to have a place to crash for the beach. It’s important to note that the office hours are 9-5. At least when we were there. So be sure to get your requests in before they leave the desk! There isn’t an easy place to get water or ice after the office closes (there is a water refill station in the office) There is an ice machine outside but it needs quarters to run. The pool is beautiful and clean! I’m looking forward to seeing this place continue to improve as we visit over the years.

DS
Deanna Simpson Jan 19, 2026
10

We got the 2 suits both was clean and next to each other so it was easy. My family enjoyed the stay and the pool. I love the fact our windows open it was nice having the breeze at night. Staff was friendly, the parking was a little rough at times but that was to be expected considering all the rooms was booked. Will definitely stay again on our next trip

SD
Sarah Dobbins Dec 26, 2025
10

We LOVED our stay at the Royal Palms Motel! We are so excited to have a cute place to stay when we come to Tybee. The location is right across from the beach, with a safe crosswalk at the corner. Also walking distance to a market. The bed was very comfortable, as well as the pillows and towels. I loved being able to open the windows for fresh air. There was plenty of space for our bags. We couldn’t recommend this place enough.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Royal Palms Motel

Tybee Island, Georgia, USA

A 2-minute walk from the beach, this functional motel is 5 miles from Fort Pulaski National Monument and 18 miles from Savannah Historic District.

  • Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport 46 min Car
  • Hilton Head Island Airport 1 hr 23 Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Georgia. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Fort Pulaski National Monument 6,100 reviews

Fort Pulaski National Monument

101 Fort Pulaski Rd, Savannah, GA, United States

4.8 · Monument
Tybee Island Light Station & Museum 8,417 reviews

Tybee Island Light Station & Museum

30 Meddin Dr, Tybee Island, GA 31328, United States

4.7 · Museum
Tybee Island Marine Science Center 1,379 reviews

Tybee Island Marine Science Center

37 Meddin Dr, Tybee Island, GA 31328, United States

4.6 · Museum
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