Sea Island / St. Simons Golf Trip Cost
What does a Sea Island / St. Simons, Georgia golf trip actually cost? We broke it down using real pricing from 4 courses, 2 lodging options, and 5 restaurants. All estimates are per person for a 3-night, 2-round trip with a group of 8.
The Ledger
Per-Person Estimate (3 Nights, 2 Rounds, Group of 8)
Budget
$408
Golf (2 rounds): $100Lodging (3 nights): $188Food & Drinks: $120
Mid-Range
$1152
Golf (2 rounds): $466Lodging (3 nights): $506Food & Drinks: $180
Premium
$2108
Golf (2 rounds): $900Lodging (3 nights): $938Food & Drinks: $270
Estimates exclude flights, car rental, and activities. Based on real venue pricing in our database.
The Rota
Green Fee Breakdown
4 courses ranging from $50 to $450 per round with cart.
Solid (1 course)
Premium (2 courses)
Bucket List (1 course)
Base Camp
Lodging Cost Per Person
Splitting a rental house is almost always cheaper than individual hotel rooms for golf groups. Here's what it looks like per person per night.
| Option | Sleeps | $/night (total) | 4 guys | 8 guys | 12 guys |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| resort house | 8–12 | $800–$2500 | $200/pp | $100/pp | $67/pp |
| house | 10–16 | $500–$1600 | $125/pp | $63/pp | $42/pp |
Off Days
Activity Costs
Notes From the Rota
Money-Saving Tips for Sea Island / St. Simons
- Walk instead of riding — 4 courses here are walkable, saving $20-30/round on cart fees.
- Book a house that sleeps your full group — per-person lodging drops dramatically with 8+ people.
- Travel in the shoulder season (just before or after Spring/Fall) for lower rates on everything.
- Mix in casual spots — 3 restaurants here are under $30/person.
- Hire a private chef for one night — often cheaper than a $$$$ restaurant for large groups, and the house becomes the venue.
- Use the planner to compare different course/lodging combos and find the sweet spot for your budget.