Coastal Encounters Nature Center Tours

Encourage the kids to become interested in conservation issues at Coastal Encounters Nature Center. They'll learn about the plants, animals and places that make the local area so important to protect.

This place to learn about the environment in Jekyll Island is well-liked by many travelers, so leave a spot for it on your must-see list. Don't think that's all there is to do here, though. There are a lot more places ready for you to check out after Coastal Encounters Nature Center. Driftwood Beach, Jekyll Island State Park, and Summer Waves Water Park are nearby.

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The Ann Savannah, Apartments By Marriott Bonvoy

The Ann Savannah, Apartments By Marriott Bonvoy

4 out of 5
Historic District - North
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Jul 26 - Aug 2
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Boston (BOS) to Savannah (SAV)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (57 reviews)
This property is new - and it was pretty amazing. Loved the convenience of having 2 full bedrooms and bathrooms and the kitchen when traveling with my children. Would definitely stay again, and search out The Ann in other cities.

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2025

Ocean View at Island Club

Ocean View at Island Club

3 out of 5
Mid Island
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Sep 9 - Sep 16
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Boston (BOS) to Savannah (SAV)
8.6/10 Excellent! (11 reviews)
We were there only a couple of days. Very clean and comfortable. 3 pools were great

Reviewed on Apr 22, 2025

Holiday Inn Express Hilton Head Island by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hilton Head Island by IHG

2.5 out of 5
South End
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Sep 9 - Sep 16
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8.2/10 Very Good! (75 reviews)
While property was very convenient to everything, the lack of working things was a huge issue! Elevators were out of service! One elevator on the whole place working and every single time we tried getting on it they were full of cleaning staff with their carts! We had to pay for parking which we couldn’t even park at the hotel we had to park down the road on the side. The breakfast area is TINY for amount of people at the hotel! Don’t think we would ever go back with these issues!

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

Popular places to visit

Bike ride in the historic district

Jekyll Island State Park

4.5/5(278 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Jekyll Island State Park and popular activities like biking in Jekyll Island. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Jekyll Island State Park
Great Dunes Park featuring general coastal views and a sandy beach as well as a couple

Great Dunes Park

4.5/5(127 reviews)

Beach access, picnic pavilions, local festivals and a scenic network of bike trails make this waterfront park on Jekyll Island a family favorite.

Great Dunes Park
Georgia Sea Turtle Center showing interior views and marine life as well as a small group of people

Georgia Sea Turtle Center

4.5/5(167 reviews)

Meet some of the patients receiving care at this turtle rehabilitation center and learn about these majestic marine creatures via informative displays.

Georgia Sea Turtle Center
A walk on the beach for a beautiful sunrise

Americana Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Americana Beach during your trip to Jekyll Island? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or seek out the biking trails.

Americana Beach
Sunset over the marsh from the Jekyll Island Club.

Jekyll Island Golf Club

4.5/5(80 reviews)

Play a round of golf at Jekyll Island Golf Club and enjoy other activities in Jekyll Island such as biking. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Jekyll Island Golf Club
Horton House featuring a ruin and heritage elements

Horton House

4.5/5(74 reviews)

Discover Jekyll Island’s colonial history when you explore the crumbling ruins of a grand old home that formerly belonged to one of Fort Frederica’s military leaders.

Horton House

Best Lodging Options Near Coastal Encounters Nature Center

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jekyll Island
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jekyll Island
2 out of 5
60 S Beachview Drive, I-95 Exit 29 to US-17, Jekyll Island, GA
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jekyll Island
Jekyll Island Club Resort
Jekyll Island Club Resort
4 out of 5
371 Riverview Dr, Jekyll Island, GA
Jekyll Island Club Resort
Home2 Suites by Hilton Jekyll Island
Home2 Suites by Hilton Jekyll Island
3 out of 5
101 OCEAN WAY, Jekyll Island, GA
Home2 Suites by Hilton Jekyll Island
The Westin Jekyll Island Beach Resort
The Westin Jekyll Island Beach Resort
4 out of 5
110 Ocean Way, Jekyll Island, GA
The Westin Jekyll Island Beach Resort
Courtyard by Marriott Jekyll Island
Courtyard by Marriott Jekyll Island
3 out of 5
178 SOUTH BEACHVIEW DRIVE, Jekyll Island, GA
Courtyard by Marriott Jekyll Island
Hampton Inn & Suites Jekyll Island
Hampton Inn & Suites Jekyll Island
2.5 out of 5
200 S Beachview Dr, Jekyll Island, GA
Hampton Inn & Suites Jekyll Island
Residence Inn by Marriott Jekyll Island
Residence Inn by Marriott Jekyll Island
3 out of 5
178 SOUTH BEACHVIEW DRIVE, BUILDING 2, Jekyll Island, GA
Residence Inn by Marriott Jekyll Island
Jekyll Ocean Club
Jekyll Ocean Club
4 out of 5
80 Ocean Way, Jekyll Island, GA
Jekyll Ocean Club
Holiday Inn Resort Jekyll Island by IHG
Holiday Inn Resort Jekyll Island by IHG
3 out of 5
701 North Beachview Drive, Jekyll Island, GA
Holiday Inn Resort Jekyll Island by IHG
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