Sandcastle Inn

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, a short walk to Tybee Island Beach

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Outdoor pool
Reception
Standard Double Room, Non Smoking | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, towels
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1402 Butler Avenue, Tybee Island, GA, 31328
  • Place, Tybee Island Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, North Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Savannah, GA (SAV-Savannah - Hilton Head Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room, Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(72 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Tybee Island

Located in South Beach within a 5-minute walk of Tybee Island Beach, Sandcastle Inn is within a 15-minute stroll of Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion. This 60-room motel has an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Tybee Island Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • South Beach - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mid Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • North Beach - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Savannah Amtrak Station - 31 min drive
  • Savannah - Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fannies On The Beach - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pier 16 Seafood Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Spanky's Beachside - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Wet Willie's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sundae Cafe - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sandcastle Inn

Motel with free parking, a short walk to Tybee Island Beach
Guests staying at Sandcastle Inn enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a vending machine. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can help with tours or tickets, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Admiral's Inn, 1501 Butler Ave. Tybee Island, GA 31328]
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Sandcastle Inn Tybee Island
Sandcastle Inn
Sandcastle Tybee Island
Sandcastle Inn Motel
Sandcastle Inn Tybee Island
Sandcastle Inn Motel Tybee Island

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Sandcastle Inn?

Sandcastle Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do around Sandcastle Inn?

This motel is situated in South Beach within a 10-minute walk of Tybee Island Beach, Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion, and South Beach. You'll also find Back River Beach and Mid Beach less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Sandcastle Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Sandcastle Inn include a casino on the premises?

No, Sandcastle Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Sandcastle Inn?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Does Sandcastle Inn have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Sandcastle Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Sandcastle Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Sandcastle Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Sandcastle Inn for a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Sandcastle Inn?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

Where is the closest airport to Sandcastle Inn?

The closest major airport to Sandcastle Inn is Savannah - Hilton Head International Airport (SAV), which is 28.3 mi away (43 minutes by car). Another top airport is Hilton Head Island Airport (HHH), which is around 18.2 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Sandcastle Inn?

No, at Sandcastle Inn, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Sandcastle Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 300 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 294 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 180 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 133 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 93 out of 1000 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dakota

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, staff were friendly. Only negative was there was a hole in the floor tile. Was a tripping hazard since it was in the walk way going toward the sink.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms did not look as they did on line. The bathroom was gross. The toilet was for a child. I have a knee injury and it was very scary! I wanted to checkout as soon as I saw it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Russell

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Melody

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Updates and Cleaning Needed

Check-in went well And the desk clerk was very accommodating. The rooms, however, were very outdated. The bathroom was in need of some repair and the air conditioning in our second room continually tripped the electric which requires a move to a different room. The bed linens had stains and hair. The walkways and stairs were filthy. We ended up leaving.
Bathroom door from the inside. Paint pealing
Bathroom was extremely small, tile cracked and the faucet area rusted and in need of repair
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire experience was good for us, not the lest of which they allowed us to bring our who was more chilled there than at our home. Everything was in walking distance. A lot to explore and and a lot to enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Takeia

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Great location front desk staff was very nice and accommodating. Just a few steps from the beach and a variety of restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHANNON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Emily

Liked: Staff & service
Air conditioning was not good and keep kicking on and off. Would not cool down the room. Had to go purchase a fan.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Olethia

Traveled with family
Disliked: Room comfort
Our stay was terrible from the time we entered for check in until we decided not to stay. The room floors was flooded with water my 19 mos old slip and fell on the wet floor bruising her leg the water sinks service was horrible. No compassion for my 19 mos old
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ricia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I booked to stay at sandcastle inn a month prior to my trip, upon arrival there was an awful smell and after attempting to check in they told me that they had no record of me in the system, they also told me that they had no way to accommodate me. I showed my receipt and proof of purchase and they told me to look for other places to stay. I called Expedia because that’s who I booked through and after Expedia had called them they found out that they had given my room to someone with a similar last name as mine. I was also told they couldn’t refund me due to the manager being absent. I was told that the manager would be there at 8 am the next day. I called the next day and another hotel answered for them and said they wouldn’t be in til 9:30 . We were luckily able to get our refund after a lot of back and forth, however The experience with this hotel was awful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It is definitely an older property that could use some renovations but it was clean and the staff was excellent. There really aren't many hotel options on Tybee so I would say this is one of the better choices. Very loud older AC unit. Excellent location to the beach and restaurants. We normally rent a condo at the North end of the beach, but if you want to be where the action is, I would recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brittany

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It has bed bugs it was digusting worst place I’ve ever stayed
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Dana

Traveled with family
Beds were clean and comfortable. Location is great! Our room facing the street was quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Agnes

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Near the beach
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

DEJA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Carolanne

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
First room we got the water was either extremely hot or burn your skin off hot so they moved to stay a couple rooms. The beds were extremely uncomfortable, but for the Location in the price, it was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Quick and easy stay for a night. Clean room and spacious enough.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We nice they was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

SYDNEY

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was so close to the beach and a short walk to the pier and restaurants. Very quiet and quaint!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Latasha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025