Hotels in Jekyll Island

Cycling along 20 miles of bike paths reveals a barrier island where nature and history coexist in remarkable harmony. Driftwood Beach presents a hauntingly beautiful sculpture garden of weathered trees against the Atlantic. The 'cottages' of the Jekyll Island Club tell tales of Vanderbilts and Rockefellers who once wintered here in what they modestly called their holiday homes. Sea turtles nest on protected shores while dolphins play offshore. Summer Waves water park offers splashy fun when beach time needs variety. The Jekyll Island Historic District showcases Gilded Age extravagance, while wildlife thrives in salt marshes just beyond. For the best experience, rent a bike – the island reveals its secrets most generously at pedaling pace.