Hotels in Statesboro, GA

Plan a culturally rich trip to Statesboro, Georgia, a charming city in the state's southeastern region. Home to the flagship campus of Georgia Southern University, the town has grown significantly from university tourism and has become a watering hole for the arts and entertainment, making it a great place to visit any time of year. There’s no shortage of things to do while staying at top Statesboro hotels in town, like taking a dip in the local waterpark, strolling the many beautiful trails of the local wildlife center, learning more about the history and culture at the city museums, or catching a show at one of the theaters. If sipping and swiping are more your style, look forward to the awesome local shopping at downtown’s variety of shops, boutiques, and salons all within walking distance. You’ll have an unforgettable trip to Statesboro however you choose to spend your time.

With the abundance of pristine nature and outdoor destinations surrounding Statesboro, take advantage of this city’s excellent location and plan a worthy visit to the nearby Skidaway Island State Park. Located near historic Savannah, this park borders a part of Georgia’s intracoastal waterway and offers incredible trails winding through maritime forest and past salt marsh, leading to a boardwalk and observation tower. With the area's abundance of creatures and critters big and small, you’ll have plenty of opportunities for spotting wildlife, so keep your eyes out for deer, fiddler crabs, raccoons, egrets, and more. Check out the park’s interpretive center, where indoors you’ll find binoculars for birding, reference books, and a window for viewing migrating species such as Painted buntings. If visiting with kids, they’ll especially enjoy seeing the massive, 20-foot giant ground sloth replica and reptile room. Spend an entire day at Skidaway Island before heading home to hotels in Statesboro.

Another gem worth exploring while staying at the best Statesboro hotels is stunning Tybee Island. Located just 20 minutes from Historic Savannah, this luscious barrier island boasts a trifecta of sand, sea, and salty breezes, making it the ultimate day trip out of town to see some new sights. This charming spot offers fascinating local history to discover, fresh local cuisine to try, plus an array of outdoor adventures to enjoy. With five miles of public beaches to take advantage of, you’ll have your afternoon cut out for you with all the sunbathing, people-watching, and surfing in the Atlantic waiting for you! Stroll around town post-beach from the island's south-end pier and pavilion—the perfect spot to drink in stunning sunset views before grabbing a drink from one of the awaiting cocktail bars. Before you head out, make a worthwhile stop at the Tybee Lighthouse, one of the nation's oldest lighthouses, which boasts a spectacular view from the top.

While drinking in the town's cultural offerings, you can’t miss the chance to tour the incredible Georgia Southern University Museum. Devoted to the region's natural history, you’ll get to discover fascinating prehistoric and modern fossils, and other artifacts pertaining to the natural and cultural history of Georgia's coastal plain. Check out the museum’s temporary exhibits and educational programming, and stroll through halls packed full of family-friendly interactive exhibits, like the 78-million-year-old skeleton of a mosasaur, known as the “T-Rex of the Sea,” or the 42-million-year-old Vogtle whale fossil, North America’s oldest.

Have a great trip to Statesboro, and don’t forget to check out our other hotels nearby in Deluth, Perry, and Conyers.