Sea Island, Georgia
Renovated
2006
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Luxe Wellness ResortOutside the door
The house
Sea IslandGrand coastal cloister
Arcaded courtyards, Spanish Revival terra cotta, and towering palms frame a secluded barrier island retreat steeped in classic Southern hospitality.
“If privacy's your goal, look no further than The Cloister: … this Addison Mizner-designed, palm frond-flushed palazzo is sure to satisfy.”
What it’s good at
Exceptional
Anticipatory Southern hospitality paired with sunset cruises on the private yacht and attentive beachside service.
Remarkable
Dedicated thermal suites with hydrotherapy circuits, cryotherapy chambers, a quiet indoor lap pool, and garden atrium.
Remarkable
Private Atlantic shoreline, three championship golf courses, falconry, horseback riding on sand, and a yacht club.
What they say
Forbes Five-Star
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and AFAR.
The Cloister is different from other hotels because of its secluded coastal Georgia location, elegant Spanish-revival architecture and top-notch amenities.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Five miles of private Atlantic beachfront and maritime forest border the grounds, surrounded by salt marshes and the Black Banks River.
The rooms
Interiors feature exposed beam ceilings, handmade Turkish rugs, hardwood floors, and deep soaking tubs, with balconies overlooking gardens or the river.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
An indoor lap pool sits beneath timber trusses and arches, and outdoor pools overlook the river marsh.
The spa
The spa spans a light-filled garden atrium with a winding stone stream, hydrotherapy baths, and a fireplace lounge.
Dogs stay too.
River Bar & Lounge
The brasserie serves fresh oysters and cocktails under timber-beam ceilings overlooking the Black Banks River.
Among the five properties in the Sea Island complex, hands down the most charming is the Cloister, mostly thanks to the whimsy of the Mediterranean-inspired architecture…
At the table
Dining ranges from wood-fired pizzas at Tavola to refined Southern dinners served beneath chandeliers in The Georgian Room.
How it began
Automobile industrialist Howard Coffin founded the resort in 1928, tapping architect Addison Mizner to establish its signature Spanish Mediterranean design.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.