About Hampton Inn St. Simons Island
A non-smoking hotel, the Hampton Inn St. Simons Island offers easy access to attractions such as Massengale Beach and St. Simon’s Historic Village and Pier. Hotel facilities include a business center and an exercise room.
Along with signature Hampton beds, rooms are equipped with flat-screen TVs, desks, and coffee makers. Rooms also benefit from air-conditioning, en-suite bathrooms, and complimentary Wi-Fi.
Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool and spa tub. Other conveniences include meeting and conference space, express check-in and out, a safe deposit box, and free parking.
A hot buffet breakfast is complimentary. On weekdays, guests can request an alternative breakfast bag to go. Dining spots near the hotel include the Blackwater Grill and Iguanas Seafood Restaurant.
The Hampton Inn St. Simons Island lies within three miles of the St. Simons Island Lighthouse Museum, five miles from Fort Frederica, and is a 25-minute drive from the Georgia Sea Turtle Center.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Comfortable rooms
While not exactly luxurious, the rooms at the Hampton Inn St. Simons Island are found to offer a comfortable stay. Guests tend to describe the room as clean with decent quality beds and an acceptable selection of included amenities.
positive:
Enjoyable breakfast
Previous guests have enjoyed the free buffet breakfast. The food is said to be nicely prepared and there are choices to suit every appetite. Guests also note that the breakfast staff is attentive, keeping the breakfast area well organised and the food topped up as needed.
positive:
Appealing location
The location of this Hampton Inn has proved popular. Guests have enjoyed being able to walk to local restaurants as well as appreciating the easy access to both the beach and downtown Brunswick.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Several sources of noise
Traffic noise is not an issue here but previous guests have noted that internal soundproofing could be better. Guests have reported noise from adjacent and overhead rooms, as well as from the elevator and the air-conditioning units.
negative:
Some aspects of rooms disappoint
Although the rooms here are found to be of a reasonable standard, guests report that the accommodation would benefit from some minor upgrades. The bedding and linens are said to need replacing. Plus, the carpets in some rooms would perhaps benefit from a deep clean.
negative:
High weekend rates
Guests are generally of the opinion that this hotel offers good value for money. However, guests do note that rates hike upward over the weekend. This is likely to be something that will bother leisure guests more than business travelers.