$84 Avg/night
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: May 30, 2013 Check-out: May 31, 2013

Howard Johnson Inn Tybee Island Savannah GA

2 stars
1501 Butler Avenue, Tybee Island, GA 31328
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.5
out of 5
64 reviews
fantastic getaway

The hotel is situated in perfect walking distance to most everything; the beach, great places to... See full review

  • DISGUSTED MOM
  • Jul 18, 2012
Family getaway

The staff is awesome!! Very friendly and will help you quickly and understanding. The location is... See full review

  • Frugal mama traveler
  • May 20, 2013
Affordable, modest rooms steps from the beach on laid-back Tybee Island

Centrally located in the heart of Tybee Island's laid-back beach town, the Howard Johnson Inn sits on Butler Avenue, just a block from the Pier and Pavilion, South Beach and Strand Avenue. It provides basic, affordable accommodations within walking distance of the beach with amenities like free Wi-Fi and complimentary continental breakfast. For business travelers, the hotel has a business center, free copy and fax services and a small conference room that accommodates up to 24 people. The entire property is non-smoking and offers free parking.

Highlights
  • Located one block from the popular South Beach area and the Marine Science Center
  • Free high-speed Internet access
  • Non-smoking property
  • Free parking
Rooms

Standard-size, motel-style guest rooms include one king or two queen beds. Some king rooms have whirlpool bathtubs, microwave and mini refrigerator. All guest rooms include coffee maker, wireless Internet access (free) and 25-inch TV with free HBO.

 

Features

Visitors to Tybee Island looking for an affordable stay near the beach can find modest accommodations with basic amenities at the Howard Johnson Tybee Island. Tybee's South Beach, the Marine Science Center and many of the town's quirky restaurants and bars sit within walking distance of the hotel. It is also an easy drive to the Tybee Island Lighthouse, Fort Pulaski or dolphin tours at Lazaretto Creek Marina. Guests enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast each morning and on-site amenities include an outdoor pool and free high-speed Internet access. The hotel also provides free parking--a desirable perk near Tybee's busy beaches.

Transportation
  • Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (34.8 mi/56 km)
Attractions
  • South Beach (1 block)
  • Tybee Island Lighthouse (2.5 mi/4 km)
  • Lazaretto Creek Marina/Captain Mike's Dolphin Tours (4.1 mi/6.6 km)
  • Fort Pulaski National Monument (6.1 mi/9.8 km)
  • Savannah Historic District (18.2 mi/29.1 km)

Amenities

  • High-speed internet
  • Outdoor pool
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
General
Air conditioned
No smoking rooms/facilities
Ice machine
Activities
Outdoor pool
Dining
Coffee maker in room
Vending machines
Services
24 hour front desk
Safe deposit box
FAX
Audio visual equipment
Internet
High-speed internet
Parking
Parking
Outdoor parking
Accessibility
Accessible facilities
Wheel chair access
Accessible parking
Room
Safe
AM/FM alarm clock
Desk with lamp
Microwave
Cribs available
Ironing board

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Hotel Map

31.9937 -80.8487
Area description
Entertainment district

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
03:00 PM
Check-out:
11:00 AM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (64)

Ratings and reviews for Howard Johnson Inn Tybee Island Savannah GA

Overall score

3.5 / 5
64 out of 64
Amenities:
3.2
Room cleanliness:
3.8
Hotel staff:
3.9
Room comfort:
3.8
Location:
4.2
Value:
3.7

83% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

3
Klak
Atlanta,ga
Nov 2, 2009

Good place for a good price

I enjoyed the beach and the weather.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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3
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3
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4
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3
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4
Value:
4
Review of Howard Johnson Inn Tybee Island Savannah GA

Reviewer score

4
DMB Maelstrom crewmember
Greenville, SC
Oct 12, 2009

A Nice Surprise at Tybee

This was a last-minute reservation made during the Tybee Pirate Fest so I wasn't expecting much. However, I had a nice surprise - the room was neat and the staff was super-nice. The free breakfast was great too. We will reserve here by choice from now on for the Pirate Fest.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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5
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5
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5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Howard Johnson Inn Tybee Island Savannah GA

Reviewer score

3
onceamonthtraveler
Atlanta GA
Oct 8, 2009

Walking distance to downtown area.

Great location to establishments. Walking distace to the pier, resturants & nightspots. Rates were a little pricey for an older hotel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
2
Review of Howard Johnson Inn Tybee Island Savannah GA

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Trion, GA
Sep 18, 2009

Great stay

Very curtious staff. Clean room. Great breakfast.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Howard Johnson Inn Tybee Island Savannah GA

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
FORT VALLET GA
Sep 8, 2009

GREAT TRIP

WE DIDN'T DO MUCH OF ANYTHING BECAUSE THE TRAFFIC WAS SO BAD. WE WILL COME AGAIN WHEN IT IS NOT A HOLIDAY. THE HOTEL WAS GREAT.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
3
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

ON A HOLIDAY WEEKEND EAT CLOSE TO YOUR HOTEL AND EARLY EVENING.

Review of Howard Johnson Inn Tybee Island Savannah GA

Reviewer score

4
Utch
Atlanta, Georgia
Aug 12, 2009

Better Than Expected

My initial reaction to the hotel, at check-in time was a bit disappointing: the clerk who checked me in was rather inexperienced and his uniform was very wrinkled and 2 sizes too big for him. He was not very friendly and wanted to charge me the full rate because I could not produce an AARP card, although it was not required under the reduced rate presented by Orbitz. He quickly relented, though, as he said this problem happens often. Also, my room was ready at 12:30 p.m., even though the official check in time is 3:00 p.m. My room was very clean, quiet and large. The hotel is a block from the beach and very close to popular restaurants and bars. It also backs up to a very quiet and quaint neighborhood, so I felt really safe. The pool is smaller than I anticipated, but super clean and well maintained. It is a great value and I would gladly return!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

I ate at AJ's Dockside, which is a pleasant 10-minute walk from the hotel, and located on Tybee Inlet-beautiful view, on the water, and great food!

Review of Howard Johnson Inn Tybee Island Savannah GA

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
hephzibah ga
Aug 9, 2009

good location to beach

we took grad daughter to beach B4 start of school

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Mac Elwees dining great seafood & great service the hotel has a fair contintial breakfast but the sugar shack is best home cooking

Review of Howard Johnson Inn Tybee Island Savannah GA

Reviewer score

2
Anonymous
Forsyth,Ga
Aug 8, 2009

too pricey

The hotel was okay but i caould have gotten a better price directly through the hotel itself. This has happened to me twice now using orbitz. As I'm checking in someone walks in asks if any rooms are available and is quoted a cheaper price than what I"m paying. When asked the hotel told me that the price was locked and they couldn't change it.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
2
Review of Howard Johnson Inn Tybee Island Savannah GA

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
The Villages, FL
Aug 5, 2009

location across street from family

went to beach, joined family across the street for most meals, toured Savannah. However, people at desk didn't know anything about pickup at hotel for Savannah tours

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
1
Location:
1
Value:
2
Review of Howard Johnson Inn Tybee Island Savannah GA

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
Harlem, ga
Jul 22, 2009

Great place

Better than expected. Very nice Continental breakfast

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
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