St. Marys Motels

Dungeness on Cumberland Island, Georgia, is a ruined mansion that is part of a historic district that was the home of several families significant in American history. James Oglethorpe first built on Cumberland Island in 1736, building a hunting lodge that he named Dungeness. Oglethorpe named the place after Dungeness, in England. The next Dungeness was the legacy of Revolutionary War hero Nathanael Greene, who had acquired 11,000 acres of island land in exchange for a bad debt. His widow built a four-story tabby mansion in 1803, over a Timucuan shell mound. During the War of 1812 the island was occupied by the British, who used the house as a headquarters.
In 1818 Henry “Light-Horse Harry” Lee, a dashing cavalry commander during the Revolutionary War and father of Robert E. Lee, stayed at the house until his death on March 25, 1818, cared for by Greene's daughter Louisa, and was laid to rest in nearby cemetery with full military honors provided by an American fleet stationed at St. Marys, Georgia. The house was abandoned during the U.S. Civil War and burned in 1866.
In the 1880s the property was purchased by Thomas M. Carnegie, brother of Andrew Carnegie, who began to build a new mansion on the site. The 59-room Queen Anne style mansion and grounds were completed after Carnegie's death in 1886. His wife Lucy continued to live at Dungeness and built other estates for her children, including Greyfield for Margaret Carnegie, Plum Orchard for George Lauder Carnegie, and Stafford Plantation. By this time, the Carnegies owned 90% of the island.
The Carnegies moved out of Dungeness in 1925. In 1959 the Dungeness mansion was destroyed by fire, alleged to be arson. The ruins are today preserved by the National Park Service as part of Cumberland Island National Seashore. They were acquired by the Park Service in 1972.

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Welcome Inn

St. Marys

Karla

HK$652 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Feb - 15 Feb

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Airport Motor Inn

Northside

Kavipriya

HK$535 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Feb - 18 Feb

Economy Inn

Kingsland

David

HK$485 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Feb - 22 Feb

Suburban Studios Brunswick I-95

Glynco

Sarah

HK$448 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Mar - 15 Mar

Beachside Motel

Fernandina Beach

vicki

HK$1,024 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Feb - 27 Feb

Motel 6 Kingsland, GA - Kings Bay Naval Base

Kingsland

Brian

HK$498 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Feb - 15 Feb

Super 8 By Wyndham Kingsland I-95/Naval Base Area

Kingsland

Michael

HK$385 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Feb - 18 Feb

NASSAU HOLIDAY MOTEL

Yulee

James Averett

HK$777 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Mar - 8 Mar

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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jekyll Island

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"Staff, cleanliness, area, premise was clean"

Seaside Amelia Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The staff are very nice and accomodating. The rooms are cozy. The views and beach access are enchanting!! The breakfast buffet in the mornings eliminate the need to go anywhere else. This hotel is simply amazing!! All you have to do is wake up and walk out to the beach...and for lunch or di ner, just walk next door to The Sand Bar restaurant! This is the perfect getaway spot for any occassion. But don't trust me, come and see for yourself! "

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Accommodation	14 Motels
Lowest Price	HK$385
Highest Price	HK$1,024

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What can I expect from a motel trip to St. Marys?

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What is a motel?

At many motels, you'll often find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel property, you'll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. The word "motel" was invented in 1925 in San Luis Obispo, California by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel.

What are the best motels in St. Marys?

These are some of our customers' favourite motels to book in the larger area. Welcome Inn: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Beachside Motel: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as air conditioning. Central St. Marys is 11.7 mi (18.8 km) away. Airport Motor Inn: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi and self-parking. Located 19 mi (30.6 km) from the heart of St. Marys. Motel 6 Kingsland, GA - Kings Bay Naval Base: Central St. Marys is 5.8 mi (9.3 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as climate control. Super 8 By Wyndham Kingsland I-95/Naval Base Area: 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from the heart of St. Marys. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi and self-parking.

What things can I to do in St. Marys?

Those visiting St. Marys have good things to say about the restaurants. Take time for sightseeing and enjoy all there is to do in this family-friendly area. Some outdoorsy places nearby include Crooked River State Park, Fernandina Beach Main Beach Park and Fernandina Beach. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: St. Marys Railroad Museum, Amelia Island Nature Center and Howard Peeple's Park. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Cumberland Island Ferry, Cumberland Island National Seashore and St. Marys Submarine Museum.

What's the weather like in St. Marys?

Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in St. Marys to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 15°C. Average annual precipitation for St. Marys is 1224 mm.

What are my options for getting around St. Marys while staying in a motel?

We've gathered some information about local transportation options in St. Marys to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Jacksonville International Airport (JAX), which is located 18.9 mi (30.5 km) from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into Jacksonville, FL (CRG-Jacksonville Executive at Craig), which is 28.6 mi (46.1 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.

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Suburban Studios Brunswick I-95

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Motel 6 Kingsland, GA - Kings Bay Naval Base

Super 8 By Wyndham Kingsland I-95/Naval Base Area

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Super 8 by Wyndham Brunswick South/I-95

Super 8 by Wyndham Brunswick/St Simons Island Area

Motel 6 Brunswick, GA

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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jekyll Island

Tru by Hilton Jacksonville Airport I-95

Seaside Amelia Inn

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kingsland Naval Base I-95

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jacksonville Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Jacksonville Airport

Amelia Hotel at the Beach

Crowne Plaza Hotel Jacksonville Airport/I-95N by IHG

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Beachside Motel

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Super 8 By Wyndham Kingsland I-95/Naval Base Area

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Super 8 by Wyndham Brunswick South/I-95

Super 8 by Wyndham Brunswick/St Simons Island Area

Motel 6 Brunswick, GA

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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jekyll Island

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