Awards and Accolades

TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence (2011-2018), Certificate of Excellence Hall of Fame

The Certificate of Excellence is awarded to properties who consistently receive excellent ratings and reviews from TripAdvisor members. The King and Prince is honored to have received the Certificate of Excellence for eight years running, joining the Hall of Fame in 2015 and 2018!

Booking.com Guest Review Award - 2017

"Each year, we like to celebrate properties with a review score average of 8.0 and above and with 5 or more reviews online. We know that these properties have offered great guest experiences and our Guest Review Awards are a great way to showcase this achievement."

ExploreGeorgia.org

10 Romantic Escapes in Georgia - January 2018

Hotels.com Loved by Guests Award, 2017 and 2018

The Loved by Guests Certificate honors businesses that consistently earn top ratings from Hotels.com guests. The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort has been awarded this certificate for receiving exceptional guest ratings and reviews from Hotels.com customers, showing outstanding dedication and service.

Family Vacation Critic Favorite (2017)

Family Vacation Critic is TripAdvisor's family travel site, featuring family-tested, family approved hotels across the world, helping a million families each month plan and find the best trips. The "Favorite" is awarded to hotels with a rating of 4+ from editorial staff and with recommendations from at least 75% of family reviewers.

Elegant Island Living ~ Best of 2018 Awards

In Elegant Island Living's yearly poll of the "Best Of" on St. Simons, The King and Prince won "Best Hotel." ECHO won "Best View from a Restaurant" and "Best Outdoor Dining."  Finally, the King and Prince Golf Course won "Best Golf Course."

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The King and Prince Golf Course ~ Top Rated Golf Course on St. Simons Island

Accolades include "Great golf experience, tremendous value," "The views were incredible," "The course is beautiful. We had lunch in the clubhouse and it was excellent," "The greens are in great shape," and "From the moment we pulled in, the staff wanted to make sure we had a great experience."

The King and Prince Golf Course ~ TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence

The Certificate of Excellence is awarded to accommodations, attractions, and restaurants who consistently receive excellent ratings and reviews from TripAdvisor members. The King and Prince Golf Course is the proud recipient of a 2015 Certificate of Excellence!

ECHO ~ OpenTable Diners' Choice Award

ECHO is the proud recipient of 2015 and 2016 OpenTable Diners' Choice Awards!  Diners' Choice winners are selected according to real feedback from diners who book their reservations through OpenTable.

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The Brunswick News - August 2018

"Mocktails: all the fun of cocktails without the alcohol," by Danny McArthur (photo by Bobby Haven)
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Reader's Digest - June 2018

"12 Beautiful Beachfront Hotels You Can Actually Afford," by Lindsay Cohn
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ReallyAreYouSerious.com - June 2018

"13 Amazing Things You Might Not Know About The King And Prince, But You Should," by Krystyn Hall
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"12 Fun Ways to Continue Your Workout Routine While on Vacation at Destinations Like King and Prince Resort and More," by Krystyn Hall
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AlinaBradford.com - June 2018

"King and Prince Resort: The Ideal Writer’s Retreat," by Alina Bradford
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BusyLittleIzzy.com - June 2018

"St. Simons Island and The King and Prince Resort," by Eryka Spera
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JaMonkey.com - June 2018

"King and Prince Resort: The Best Place to Stay in St. Simons Island, Georgia," by Meghan Cooper
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CouponMamacita.com - June 2018

"King and Prince Beach and Golf Resort – Georgia’s Royal Getaway," by Myrah Duque
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Family Travels on a Budget - June 2018

"King and Prince Resort: Where FUN is the royal decree!," by Karen Dawkins
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My No-Guilt Life - May 2018

"Grab a Girlfriend & Get Away To St. Simons Island Georgia," by Patty Holliday
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Travels With Tam - May 2018

"At the King and Prince Beach and Golf Resort You Can Relax in Luxury," by Tam Minton
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Finding Kathy Brown - May 2018

"The King and Prince Oceanfront Resort St. Simons Island," by Kathy Brown
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365 Atlanta Traveler - March 2018

"25 Dreamy Resorts In Georgia Perfect For Pampering The Family"
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VacationIdea - April 2018

"25 Best Family Weekend Getaways"
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Trips To Discover - January 2018

"8 Best Honeymoon Resorts in Georgia," by Alyssa Ochs
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Golf Central Magazine - January 2018

Getting "Golden" on St. Simons Island," by Greg Corbo

The Brunswick News, December 2017

"King and Prince Superintendent Moore wins award" by Buddy Hughes

Orlando Signature - November 2017

"Getaway to St. Simons Island," by Patricia Letakis
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LouellaReese - October - November 2017

"72 Hours with The King and Prince," by Laura Leigh
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"Fall Beach Style // The King and Prince," by Laura Leigh
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Fit Disney Mom - October 2017

"The King and Prince Resort Review | St. Simons Island, Ga," by Kimberly Stroh
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Historic Hotels of America - November 2017

"The 2017 Top 25 Most Magnificent Gingerbread Displays at Historic Hotels in the United States of America"
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Confetti Travel Cafe - September 2017

"Magic & Romance on St. Simons Island, Georgia," by Betsi and Jim Hill
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Trekking Twice - September 2017

"Mini-Trek (2017): St. Simons Island: A Convenient Paradise for Kids," by Meg James
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Travels With Tam - September 2017

"Have you been to St Simon’s Island? It is a Great time to go!," by Tam Warner
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52 Perfect Days - September 2017

"St. Simons Island: The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort," by Betsi & Jim Hill
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GolfAdvisor, September 2017

Golf Advisor's Top 100 courses thru the first five years of ratings, by Brandon Tucker
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Southern Trunk - August 2017

"St. Simons Island | The King and Prince Beach Resort," by Victoria Schneider
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Passports from the Heart - August 2017

"The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort in Saint Simons Island, Georgia," by Amelia Old
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The Cool Soror Podcast - July 2017

"An In-depth Review of The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort," by Rashan Ali
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Trips to Discover - June 2017

"10 Best Family-Friendly Hotels & Resorts in Georgia," by Alyssa Ochs
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365AtlantaFamily.com - February 2017

Simple Family Fun at the Alluring King and Prince Resort, by Sue Rodman
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Travel+Leisure, February 2015

Cool Off-Season Beach Resorts, by Megan Soll

TravelPulse - August 2018

"Escape to Tranquility on St. Simons Island," by Noreen Kompanik
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Southern Living - July 2018

"The Best Vacation Spots In Every Southern State," by Kaitlyn Yarborough
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Finding Kathy Brown - July, 2018

"Weekend Travel Guide to St. Simons Island," by Kathy Brown
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Finding Kathy Brown - June, 2018

"Hop On Board the Lighthouse Trolley, St. Simons Island, Georgia," by Kathy Brown
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Travel+Leisure - July 2018

"The Top 10 Islands in the Continental U.S.," by Rebecca Ascher-Walsh
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JaMonkey.com - June 2018

"11 Wonderful Things You’ll Love to Do in St. Simons Island," by Meghan Cooper
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House Beautiful - July 2018

"50 Charming American Towns You Haven't Heard of But Should Visit ASAP," by Lauren Smith and Brittney Morgan
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Family Travels on a Budget - June 2018

"Relax and Reconnect on St. Simons Island," by Karen Dawkins
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Travels With Tam - June, 2018

"When on the Wrong Side of History," by Tam Minton
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"Why You Should Visit Amazing St Simons Island if you Love Animals!," by Tam Minton
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"St Simon’s Island is Full of Authentic Southern History and Charm," by Tam Minton
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Lola Lambchops - June 2018

"Your Guide to Dining in St. Simons Island, Ga," by Tania Lamb
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TravelingMom.com - June 2018

"Prepare to Be Charmed: 5 Perfect Things to Do on St. Simons Island," by Christine Tibetts
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Luxe Beat Magazine - April 2018

"For a Small Town, St. Simon’s Island is Big on Appeal," by Debbie Stone
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Big Blend Radio - March 2018

"St Simons Island in Georgia," Debbie Stone on Vacation Station Travel Radio
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Passports from the Heart - March 2018

"Travel Guide: St. Simons Island, Georgia," by Amelia Old
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The Western New Yorker - November 2017

"Weekend trip to St. Simons Island, GA," by Liz Cleland
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Huffington Post - November 2017

"Eat Your Way Through St. Simons Island, GA," by Liz Cleland
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How 2 Wear It - November 2017

"St. Simons Travel Guide" by Morgan F.
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Style Blueprint - November 2017

"48 Hours in St. Simons Island," by Chris Chamberlain
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Fit Disney Mom - November 2017

"8 Family-Friendly St. Simons Island Activities," by Kimberly Stroh
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Times of the Islands - January 2018

"Another Side of the Peach State," by Patricia Letakis
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DeSoto Magazine - March 2017

"Living in Island Time," by Debra Pamplin
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52 Perfect Days - July 2017

"Discovering the Natural Side of St. Simons Island," by Betsi & Jim Hill
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Amazing Escapades

"Black History in the Golden Isles of Georgia" by Lysa Allman-Baldwin
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365AtlantaFamily.com, February 2017

St Simons Island: An Insider’s Guide to Stay, Eat and Play, by Sue Rodman
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Southern Living - January 2018

"The Best Beach Towns to Visit This Winter," by Kaitlyn Yarborough
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Condé Nast Traveler - October 2017

"The Best Islands in the U.S.," by CNT Editors and Cynthia Drescher
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Southern Living, March 2017

"The South's Best Islands"
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Travel+Leisure, July 2016

"The Best Islands in the Continental U.S."
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USA Today, April 2016

"Best Coastal Small Towns"
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TravelZoo - The Deal Experts, Jan 2016

"15 Islands You Need in Your Life: No Passport Required," by Kelly Hickey
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Smithsonian Magazine

20 Best Small Towns to Visit in 2015, by Bess Lovejoy

Huffington Post Travel, September 2015

10 Most Beautiful US Towns to Visit in the Fall, by Holly Rosen Fink

Travel+Leisure World's Best Awards, 2015 ~ World's Best Islands

House Beautiful, June 2015

The 50 Most Beautiful Small Towns in America, by Caroline Picard

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Coastal Living

America's Happiest Seaside Towns, 2014, by Tracey Minkin

Travel+Leisure, May, 2014

America's Favorite Beach Town, by Katrina Brown Hunt

Travel+Leisure, January 2014

America's Most Romantic Town, by Katrina Brown Hunt

Travel+Leisure, November 2013

America's Favorite Towns, by Sarah L. Stewart

Condé Nast Traveler, October 2013

Top Ten Islands in the United States, 2013 Reader's Choice Awards

Yahoo! Travel

America's 10 Best Winter Beach Retreats

Smart Meetings Platinum Choice Award

Winners of the award have demonstrated exemplary standards of excellence ranging from ambience, amenities, breadth of resources, facility quality, guest services, meeting space and packages, recreational activities, restaurant and dining options, and technical support. Votes are cast by industry pros, the Smart Meetings editorial team and Smart Meetings readers.

Meetings Focus South

7-time winner of the Best of the South Award.  Winners were chosen using the following criteria: quality of meeting space, guest rooms, guest services and amenities, food and beverage service, the efficiency and helpfulness of staff, the availability of technical equipment, recreational facilities and activities, and overall value and experience.

ConventionSouth

9-time winner of the Readers' Choice Award.  The Readers’ Choice Award represents the nominations and votes of approximately 18,500 ConventionSouth readers who feel that The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort displays exemplary professionalism and a commitment to provide the highest quality of services and accommodations for the meeting and conference industry. The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort is proud to be recognized by meeting professionals for multiple years.

ConventionSouth

Top Resorts with a View. After reviewing the THOUSANDS (literally) of likes and shares for their first ever “Resorts With a View” photo contest, the editors of ConventionSouth have formally announced the Top Ten. Out of over 800 resorts in the South, readers and Facebook fans voted The King and Prince as one of the Best!

Successful Meetings

6-time winner of the Pinnacle Award.  The Pinnacle Award has earned the reputation as the most credible and prestigious symbol of excellence among meeting planners and hoteliers. Business travel industry experts have likened the Pinnacle Award to other prestigious awards, such as the Mobil 5-Star and the AAA 5-Diamond.

Texas Weddings Magazine - August 2017

"Gorgeous Georgia Wedding - A Family Escape for All Ages," by Laurette Veres
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Hill City Bride

Destination – St. Simon’s Island, Ga, by Jennifer Prince

TheKnot.com

Read our reviews on "The Knot" - the #1 online wedding network

WeddingWire.com

The WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards® recognizes the top five percent of local wedding professionals from the WeddingWire Network who demonstrate excellence in quality, service, responsiveness and professionalism. Unlike other awards in which winners are selected by the organization, winners of the WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards® are determined by recent reviews and extensive surveys from over a million WeddingWire newlyweds.