Sandcastle Inn

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

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

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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

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Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room, Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Tybee Island

Located 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

  • ‪The Crab Shack - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fannies On The Beach - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Huc-a-Poos - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪North Beach Bar and Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Spanky's Beachside - ‬7 min walk

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.

Languages

English, Hindi

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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
  • Smoke-free property

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Sandcastle Inn?

As of May 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandcastle Inn on May 26, 2025 start from $160.94, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do around Sandcastle Inn?

Based on positive ratings, guests enjoy the motel's walkable location in Tybee Island, and it's 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.

Is parking available on site 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.

Are there rooms with balconies at Sandcastle Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Sandcastle Inn.

Sandcastle Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 283 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 304 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 191 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 131 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 93 out of 1002 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Quan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location. Clean. A bit worn around the edges.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen, Beaverton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Lots of bars walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
N/A
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice close to beach
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

DeMarcos

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edens

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
convenient to eating venues
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelli

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Brooke

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

Not worth a fraction of the cost.

I cannot believe I paid to stay here. For reference, I come to Tybee every year at this time. This is the worst trip I have ever taken; truly a disappointment. For starters, the office was closed and I had to go to a different office upon check in. The attendant at the office was less than cheery, we’ll just leave it at that. When I got to my physical room, I was shocked at the state of the room. It looks nothing like the photos (kudos to the photographer). The floor was filthy, the baseboards were broken, cracked, and falling off the walls, the sink was absolutely disgusting, the bathroom tile was cracked, and if you told me someone was murdered in the tub in 1982, I would believe you. The toilet didn’t properly flush, and it ran all night no matter what I did. The beds were far from comfortable, the sheets were thin, the air conditioning didn’t work well, the door didn’t seal and didn’t lock unless it was half open… very secure feeling for two women traveling alone. I wouldn’t stay here again if the room was offered for free, I pray someone reads this and it saves them the money I wish I would have saved myself. The only positive is the 7 channels and wifi work, and I didn’t *see* any bugs. Take that for what you will…
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chekri

A
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

adam

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

fine

I have been there 2 different times.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heaven

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

What a great find!

We just came to Savannah for one night for a quick birthday /Christmas shopping trip. What a great find Sandcastle Inn is!!!!! The receptionists were so nice both on check in and check out. The room was very clean with a great tv with apps already on it so you don't need to bring a Roku. The beds were comfortable and the shower was very hot with great water pressure. It is less than a 5 minute walk to the beach and it is right there at the pier. We were there in December so it was too cold to swim but it had the cutest little pool that looked very clean. We will definitely stay here again the next time we go to Savannah.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Close to everything and walkable to beach and pier.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was very dated and run down. Poor sound insulation and we heard loud music until 1am. No one at the front desk cared
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

GREER E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Lesley, Avon Lake

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property definitely needs some updating, but we didn’t pay too much for the stay. Double room and one mattress had no springs…sunk to the platform. The walls must he paper thin as we heard our neighbors until the middle of the night. Air con was terrible and loud. It stopped working in the middle of the night and had to have the TV volume up way too loud just to hear.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

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

Great time

Whether was ok, but the stay was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Older but GREAT!

It’s an older Hotel but clean and the office staff were very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Chung

Motel is dirty very oldest
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee, Taveras

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne, Standish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool was so cold like a freezee. Was able to get in up to my waist at least. The ocean water was much better than the pool
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024