Royal Palms Motel offers a retro, mid-century surf motel experience on Tybee Island, just 500 feet from the beach. The property features a large pool with a sun-drenched deck for guests to relax. Conveniently located, the motel is a short walk from local dining, shopping, and entertainment options. It's also a brief drive from Fort Pulaski and approximately 30 minutes from Savannah's historic district.
Should you book Royal Palms Motel?
A casual mid-century motel with a focus on its pool and proximity to the beach and island amenities.
Best for
- Beach access
- Pool relaxation
- Families and groups
- Retro vibe
Maybe not ideal for
- Limited parking (1 vehicle per room)
- Some rooms are basic
Pool and sun deck
The motel boasts a large outdoor swimming pool, complemented by a spacious sun deck perfect for unwinding. Comfortable outdoor furniture is available for guests to enjoy the poolside atmosphere.
Retro surf motel
Experience a casual, mid-century surf motel vibe. The property is designed with a retro aesthetic, offering a distinct character just a short distance from Tybee Island's main beach.
Close to everything
Located 500 feet from Tybee Island's beach, the motel puts you within a short walk of local restaurants, shops, and entertainment. Fort Pulaski National Monument is a short drive away.
Rooms & rates
Queen Studio
Pool view · Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Coffee machine · Free toiletries
Deluxe Queen Studio
1 queen bed
Entire studio · Pool view · Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Coffee machine
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
17.0 m² · 2 queen beds
Pool view · Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Coffee machine
Family Suite
28.0 m² · Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed Living room: 1 sofa bed
Private suite · Pool view · Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Coffee machine
What you'll enjoy
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Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Cycling
- Free Wifi
- Express check-in/out
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Free parking
- Family rooms
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- View
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Family rooms
Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
View
- Pool view
- View
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
Location
909 Butler Avenue, Tybee Island, GA 31328, United States, Tybee Island, Georgia
Royal Palms Motel is located in Tybee Island, Georgia.
5 sights nearby; the nearest beach, Mid Beach, is 0.2 mi away.
Things to do nearby
- Mid Beachbeach0.2 mi
- Memorial Parkpark0.5 mi
- Tybee Island Marine Science Centermuseum0.6 mi
- Tybee Island Pier & Pavilionpark0.7 mi
- Back River Beachbeach1.1 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
8.6 / 10 · Very good on Booking.com, from 219 guest reviews
Royal Palms Motel earns consistently high marks for its retro charm, clean and comfortable rooms, convenient beach-walk location, and a welcoming front-desk team that guests frequently single out for praise. Overall, the sentiment across recent reviews is strongly positive, with most guests eager to return.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 22 · average 9.7
They wrote about: location, room, cleanliness
Reviews scoring 7–9: 8 · average 8
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 16:00 to 23:00 Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
- Check-out
Until 11:00
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
- Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome. To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
- Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Frequently asked questions
What is the closest beach?
The motel is located 500 feet from Tybee Island's beach, making it a very short walk to access the shoreline.
What are the room types?
Room options include Standard rooms, Studio rooms, Studio Plus rooms, and various Suites (including Deluxe Suite 1 and Deluxe Suite 2), many featuring kitchenettes or full kitchen facilities.
Does the motel have parking?
Yes, the motel offers free parking, but it is limited to one vehicle per room.
Is there Wi-Fi available?
Free Wi-Fi is available to guests throughout the property.
Can I check in or out early/late?
The motel offers express check-in and express check-out services for guest convenience.
Are there family-friendly rooms?
Yes, the motel offers family rooms and suites designed to accommodate families and larger groups.
What is nearby?
The motel is within walking distance of local dining, shopping, and entertainment. Fort Pulaski National Monument is a short drive away.
Is the property smoke-free?
Yes, Royal Palms Motel is a smoke-free property.