You might be encouraged to visit today, but Fort Howell wasn't always so welcoming! Discover the story behind this stronghold and exactly what it was built to defend.

This history-filled fortress in Hilton Head Island is popular with many travelers, so leave a spot for it on your travel plans. Don't think the sightseeing ends there, however. There are many more spots waiting for you to enjoy after Fort Howell. Coligny Beach, Palmetto Dunes Club, and Palmetto Dunes Tennis & Pickleball Center are not far away.

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Royal Dunes Resort

Mid Island

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$274

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Jan 22 - Jan 25

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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Savannah (SAV)

18.4/10 Exceptional! (176 reviews)

Room was perfect People were very courteous

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025

Palmera Inn and Suites

South End

$279

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Jan 16 - Jan 19

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Boston (BOS) to Savannah (SAV)

18/10 Exceptional! (1,151 reviews)

Really enjoyed the property it was clean everybody was so nice breakfast had a variety it was only a two mile walk to the beach and sidewalks restaurants all around excellent place I'll be back

Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025

Hotel Tybee

South Beach

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$406

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Feb 12 - Feb 16

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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Savannah (SAV)

15.2/10 Exceptional! (1,131 reviews)

Room facing the ocean with balcony was nice, room was clean. The problem was that the rear middle entrance adjacent to public parking area had a door that anyone could enter into the hotel. When reported to front desk, I was told that the engineer would check it out. It was not fixed. I have a feeling that it has been like that for some time.

Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025

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Hilton Head Island: Private Dolphin and Nature Tour

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