What can guests who stay at The King and Prince Resort on St. Simons Island expect? The perfect fusion of ocean front luxury, relaxation, hospitality, culinary excellence and historical integrity.
Luxury, Hospitality and Relaxation
The King and Prince Beach Resort is the only beachfront resort on St. Simons Island, so that alone makes it the perfect place to stay. But, when you combine all the comforts you can imagine with genuine southern hospitality, you’ll quickly see why this resort is so beloved and popular.
I’m a girl who loves luxurious properties, but only when they’re warm and friendly, and the King and Prince Resort most definitely was that. Every single staff member I encountered during my three day visit went out of their way to make me feel welcome. It’s easy to see why visitors continue to come back time and time again.
Plus, it’s beyond gorgeous there!
Just look at the room I stayed in…
Accommodations range from suites and standard guest rooms to villas and private residences. I had the pleasure of staying in the Oceanfront Building where rooms have private balconies or patios and floor-to-ceiling windows overlook the pools and the Atlantic Ocean.
And what a view I had from my room!
Of course, the amenities don’t hurt either.
There are five swimming pools on the property, including kiddie pools.
Georgia’s #1 Golf Course is at the King and Prince Resort!
Spa pampering awaits you at the Royal Treatment Cottage.
Two outdoor Har-Tru tennis courts are available, and a tennis pro is on staff for tips and/or lessons.
Culinary Excellence
ECHO, St. Simons only oceanfront restaurant offers classic coastal cuisine and handcrafted cocktails under the skilled expertise of Executive Chef James Flack. Chef Flack’s menu emphasizes regionally sourced ingredients, and he steadfastly refuses to serve any line caught fish or inhumanely treated animals.
Over the course of my three day visit, I had the chance to enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner at ECHO, and the food was superb.
Historical Integrity
While you don’t have to know the history of The King and Prince Resort to appreciate a stay there, I think it’s a very special part of its character and charm. The resort was originally built as a private beachfront dance club in 1935. Can’t you picture all the swing dancing?
The hotel itself was opened in 1941, but when German U-boats were spotted off the Georgia coast during World War II, the hotel was closed to the public and used by the Navy as a radar station.
When it was finally reopened to the public in 1947, it quickly regained its reputation as a top notch resort property, a reputation which continues to this day. Through the years, a series of refurbishments and expansions have brought the resort to its current grandeur, with careful attention being paid to preserving its historical integrity. That integrity, authenticity and sense of place have earned The King & Prince the distinction of being one of the less than 300 hotels that are part of the Historic Hotels of America program.
I really can’t say enough about my overall King and Prince Beach Resort experience. I was a guest of the resort for my visit, but I’m already planning a return visit with my boyfriend. Whether you’re taking a family vacation, a girlfriend getaway, a golf trip or a romantic escape, The King and Prince Beach Resort is the ideal place to stay on St Simons Island.
For more information on this beautiful resort, visit the website.
Have you ever been to The King and Prince Beach Resort – St Simon’s Island?
Comments & Reviews
You don’t need to convince me! I would love to check this place out it looks absolutely gorgeous. There’s so many places in this world that I want to get to I’m hoping to travel to all of them.
St. Simons Island is absolutely breathtaking. I’ve only been there once, but I can’t wait to get back again.
We go to St. Simons and Jekyll ISland a lot, though not as much as we used to. We’ve never stayed at King and Prince but it looks like a gorgeous hotel.
This place is so beautiful. I would love a few days there with the family.
Staying at this resort has been on my travel bucket list for a while. This post just bumped it way up to the top. Stunning!
Oh wow this place is beautiful! I will have to add this to my vacation list.
I haven’t been to this area at all. The resort seems like a great option for families. So many activities and still the opportunity to relax. Thanks for sharing your experience
Liz,
What a fantastic review! I could definitely see myself going here. I too love places warm and inviting. Great pictures!
Beautiful pictures of a gorgeous resort! We’re in the throws of a Nor’Easter and I’d love to be on a tropical island relaxing on the beach right now instead of shoveling snow 🙂 Sharing the pictures with the hubs, to start planting seeds that we need to GO 🙂
This looks like a beautiful resort. I would love to spend a week here relaxing. I will have to add it to my travel wish list.
The King and Prince Resort on St. Simons Island looks amazing. I love the decor of the resort. It would be an amazing getaway.
The King and Prince Resort looks like such a luxurios place. I would love to go to St. Simons Island. It looks beautiful there.
St. Simons Island looks like an amazing spot to recharge. The sunset looks amazing. I would love to stay at The King and Prince Resort.
I love how this property has both a pool and is near the ocean. It looks like a place where I would love to visit with my husband.
You’d have to drag me out of there kicking and screaming! Such a luxurious resort that looks like a must visit for anyone traveling to the area. That sunset view is amazing!
I want to go there NOW!!!! Why do you tempt me so? Just gorgeous! I hope I can travel very soon to a beach like this!
Wow, everything looks so amazing. What beautiful views! I’d love to go here someday. I could use a nice vacation. Even the food looks amazing.
What a gorgeous resort! It looks like you had the best time!
I had the pleasure of staying here once. I really loved it. It was one of my favorite hotel stays of all time. I am trying to get a return trip for me and my husband.
WOW! You guys found the perfect spot. I grew up in Georgia but I don’t think we ever made it to St. Simons island. If we ever make it back that way I know where we’ll be staying now. That resort looks fabulous!
The King and Prince Resort looks so luxurious! I think the decor is stunning and the beds make me feel like I need a relaxing nap right now!
Wowzers! I want to be sitting in that spa right now, and eating all that good looking food. I want to visit! Thanks for sharing the great review.
This place looks so amazing! The rooms, food and ambiance looks fantastic! Adding this to our must visit places this year.
I have never been to St Simon’s Island but wow, now I have to go. What a gorgeous place.
What a beautiful view you had from your room. I would love to visit this resort. It has such elegance.
How cool! I wish I can go and visit this place one day! Looks like a great place for the family!
This is such a beautiful resort! I’ve never been there and I’m sure my family would love it.
Those photos are breathtaking. I’m really jealous right now and I want to transform there!
This sounds like a pretty neat little place to visit.
I will have to put in on my list.
what a breathtakingly beautiful destination! It looks like the kind of magical- once in a lifetime experience everyone deserves! Putting this resort on my bucket list of must travel to places! Thanks for sharing!
This looks gorgeous. I have never heard of St. Simons Islands before. It looks like it would be beautiful to travel to though, and this would be the place to stay!
This looks like such a beautiful place to stay. I have never been to this area before but I would love to visit.
I’m lucky enough to live on St. Simons Island. Not only is the King and Prince a top of the line vacation spot, but there are a lot of things to explore on the island, including (but not limited to) Fort Frederica (a National Park), Christ Church (where John Wesley preached under the oaks), other great restaurants in addition to Echo (which is the only restaurant on the island where you can sit on the lawn and watch the boats on the ocean during happy hour), and the historic pier/Village area. Plan an extended vacation – you will love it!
St. Simons Island is such a wonderful place to spend a vacation. I hope my husband have a chance to go back. Maybe we will stay in this resort!
About 20 years ago on our way to Fl, we stopped in St Simons Island and I have spent all of this time wanting to go back! Thank you for the beautiful resort idea!
The King & Prince is quite a place! It is beautiful inside and the grounds are magnificent. St Simons is one of my favorite vacation spots. Great restaurants, quaint shops, lots of history on the island (the trolley tour is a great way to hear about the history), plus only about an hour drive to Savannah for a fun day trip. I highly recommend it!!
I cannot believe how many hidden gems there are in GA! This place looks amazing and just the vacation that i need. It’s not that far from me, i need to get over there.
Yes! When my husband was stationed in Atlanta we took the kids for a vacation and stayed in this beautiful hotel. Our kids were young and they just loved it as much as we did. The best part is when the tide comes in and the sand beach disappears but the waves are great. Our kids loved using their boogy boards during this time. We always talk of going back and maybe one day we will! Thanks for the memories today!
I’m planning to visit there especially to play a round of golf. I’ve heard so many great things about the King and Prince, I just haven’t made it out there yet. Thanks for the inspiration.