Epworth By The Sea

3.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with seasonal outdoor pool and restaurant

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Guests can park their vehicles in this secure outdoor area, with a bike rack available for those who prefer to cycle.
Swimmers can enjoy the pool's multiple lanes and a designated shallow area for kids.
Experience luxury in a serene natural setting with scenic views from multiple balconies.
BBQ/picnic area
Two single beds with headboards and bedside tables, a balcony with a water view, and a dresser with a TV.

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$378
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug

Explore the area

Map
100 Arthur J. Moore Drive, St. Simons Island, GA, 31522
  • Sea Island Golf Club
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • St. Simons Lighthouse Museum
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Saint Simons Island Pier
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 38 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 38 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 38 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

St. Simons Island

At Epworth By The Sea, you'll be 9.8 km (6.1 mi) from Fort Frederica National Monument and 15.6 km (9.7 mi) from Glynn Place Mall. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a conference centre. .Enjoy the outdoor tennis court and seasonal outdoor swimming pool as well as access to bike hire and a playground. Conference space and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. On weekend mornings buffet breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. .In the area of this 3-property class St. Simons Island hotel, you'll find Driftwood Beach.

What's nearby

  • Shops at Sea Island - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Sea Island Golf Club - 8 min drive - 5.1 km
  • St. Simons Lighthouse Museum - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Saint Simons Island Pier - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Beach - 9 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wake Up Coffee Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Southern Soul Barbeque - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Epworth By The Sea

Riverfront hotel with seasonal outdoor pool and restaurant
Epworth By The Sea offers its guests an outdoor tennis court and a seasonal outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You'll find a business centre on site.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, a vending machine, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Epworth By The Sea. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Epworth By The Sea was completed in January 2022.

This 3-star St. Simons Island hotel is smoke free.

  • 73 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Epworth By The Sea offers 73 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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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

Food and drink

  • Weekend buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 13.48 for adults and USD 6.74 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
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • 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

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 13.48 for adults and from USD 6.74 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 5.61 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 5.61 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 01 June and close on 08 August.
  • Alcohol isn't allowed at Epworth By The Sea.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Epworth By The Sea?

Epworth By The Sea offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Epworth By The Sea?

As of 27 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Epworth By The Sea on 6 Aug 2025 start from AU$377.64, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Epworth By The Sea?

Yep, Epworth By The Sea has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Epworth By The Sea?

The closest beach to Epworth By The Sea is Driftwood Beach (6.7 km).

Does Epworth By The Sea have a pool?

Epworth By The Sea has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open from June 01 to August 08.

Does Epworth By The Sea serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet breakfast is on offer at weekends between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Epworth By The Sea?

No, Epworth By The Sea does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Epworth By The Sea?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Epworth By The Sea's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Epworth By The Sea?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Epworth By The Sea?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Epworth By The Sea Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 233 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 233 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 233 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 233 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 233 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Travelled with family
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trudy

Travelled with partner
A very beautiful area
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Felicia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness

Basic but adequate

For the price, this was a decent place. Beautiful grounds. Check-in given keys & map to the Turner Lodge. Should have been told about pool, church & service, dining facility, vending location, museum, any other amenities. No coffee in room, fridge was tiny w/ no freezer at all, mattress reasonably comfortable, very small TV. Worst thing was lack of insulation in building. We heard toilets flushing & sliding glass doors opening. Beautiful view from balcony & peaceful grounds. Convenient drive to town. Friendly staff, but they need to be trained to inform guests of what's available or give out a leaflet with info.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Wayne

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was the first time we’ve stayed at Epworth by the Sea and it was amazing. The room was very clean and nice and the views were amazing! It was very peaceful and relaxing. We are already planning our next trip to stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I pulled up to this area, I was surprised it is a religious retreat area. I am fairly religious so no worries there -- I enjoyed the chimes on the hour and half hour and periodic hymns played by the bells -- but I did wonder if I went to the right place. But wowza! The front desk was terrific and, when I had an issue with the room in the middle of the night, I received swift and wonderful assistance. Great people, BEAUTIFUL campus to walk, and peaceful so one can relax and then hit the crowds of the beaches and shopping area for a nice balance. I will be going back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great place to stay!

We loved the facility, grounds, room, view and staff. However the bed has seen better days.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024