Tybee Island, Chatham County

Hotel Tybee

1401 STRAND AVE TYBEE ISLAND, GA 31328

Tourist
Latest score
90
Jun 2, 2026
City
Tybee Island
County
Chatham
Inspections
5

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

Georgia inspection history is score-based, with violations grouped under each recorded inspection.

Jun 2, 2026

Routine

Score: 904 violations

27 - all furniture, waste receptacles, draperies, carpets; clean, and in good repair, considered the property of and furnished by the tourist accommodation

Regulation: 511-6-2-.14(5) - condition of furnishings

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed curtain staining and moldlike substance built up on curtains in every room inspected. RCA: All furniture, draperies, appliances, carpets, and other accessories, in the tourist accommodation must be maintained in good repair, clean, and free of vermin

28 - beds, mattresses, mattress pads, springs, frames, pillows, and bed coverings clean; vermin free and in good condition; bed linen properly supplied, changed and laundered

Regulation: 511-6-2-.14(6) - bed, bedding, and linens

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed mattress pad staining in rooms 121, 231, 333, 431, 436, 413 Observed stained mattresses in rooms 333, 436, 413. Observed bed apron in room 244 to have heavy staining. RCA: PIC was informed and stated these would be cleaned and replaced. Beds, mattresses, springs, slats, mattress pads, mattress and bed coverings, pillow and pillow covers shall be clean and free from vermin

15 - ice from approved source; properly handled, supplied and stored; equipment approved/clean

Regulation: 511-6-2-.07(8) - ice supply

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed build-up on ice baffles withing all ice machines on floors 1,2,3,4 on both sides of the hotel. RCA: PIC was informed and reminded to ensure baffles are maintained and check weekly for build-up on baffles. Dispensing ice machines shall be stored in a clean place and shall be kept clean

32 - separate, structurally sound, clean, and in good repair: dryers vented and adequate lighting

Regulation: 511-6-2-.17(1) - laundry facilities

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed heavy lint build up throughout the entire laundry room facility on the walls, and ceilings. Observed multiple missing ceiling tiles and broken ceiling tiles within the entire laundry facility. RCA: Where laundry facilities are provided, they shall be of sound construction, and shall be kept clean, and in good repair

Oct 16, 2025

Routine

Score: 913 violations

27 - all furniture, waste receptacles, draperies, carpets; clean, and in good repair, considered the property of and furnished by the tourist accommodation

Regulation: 511-6-2-.14(5) - condition of furnishings

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed curtain staining in rooms 253, 252, 232, 312, 308. Further observed chair staining in rooms 345, 253. RCA: PIC was informed about these issues and is to correct these issues. All furniture, draperies, appliances, carpets, and other accessories, in the tourist accommodation, whether the property of the tourist accommodation owner or not, must be maintained in good repair, clean, and free of vermin

28 - beds, mattresses, mattress pads, springs, frames, pillows, and bed coverings clean; vermin free and in good condition; bed linen properly supplied, changed and laundered

Regulation: 511-6-2-.14(6) - bed, bedding, and linens

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed mattress pad staining in rooms 253, 252, 240, 236, and 308. Observed stained mattresses' in rooms 308, 240, 232, 347, 343, 342, 333. Observed pillow staining in rooms 240, 333, 345, 303, 312, 308. Observed other sheet staining in rooms 248, 345. RCA: PIC in charge was informed and stated they would be replacing dirty sheets with fresh clean sheets. Beds, mattresses, springs, slats, mattress pads, mattress and bed coverings, pillow and pillow covers shall be clean and free from vermin

15 - ice from approved source; properly handled, supplied and stored; equipment approved/clean

Regulation: 511-6-2-.07(8) - ice supply

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed build-up on ice baffles within all ice machines on floors 1,2, and 3. RCA: PIC was informed and reminded to ensure baffles are maintained and check for build-up. dispensing ice machines shall be stored in a clean place and shall be kept clean

Jan 13, 2025

Routine

Score: 895 violations

27 - all furniture, waste receptacles, draperies, carpets; clean, and in good repair, considered the property of and furnished by the tourist accommodation

Regulation: 511-6-2-.14(5) - condition of furnishings

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed brown stains on mattress, pads, comforters in the following rooms: 412,414,416,428,305,311,310,315,339,347,351,353,254,246, and 239. Observed the following rooms with mold like build up on curtains in rooms: 310,311,335,339,353,252, and 254. Observed mold like build up on mattress in room 239.

RCA: 511-6-2-.14(5) - Condition of Furnishings All furniture, draperies, appliances, carpets, and other accessories, in the tourist accommodation, whether the property of the tourist accommodation owner or not, shall be considered the property of and furnished by the tourist accommodation for purposes of enforcement of this Chapter, and must be maintained in good repair, clean, and free of vermin

10 - permit and inspection report current and properly displayed; pic assigned

Regulation: 511-6-2-.05(7) - inspection posting

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed inspection report nor permit not displayed in public view. Inspection report and permit displayed above ATM not in public view.

RCA: 511-6-2-.05(7) - Inspection Posting Any tourist accommodation inspection report addendum(s), completed by the Health Authority to document observations, violations, and corrective actions resulting from an inspection need not be displayed, but must be made available by the tourist accommodation operator to the public upon request

25 - floors, walls, ceilings, windows, doors clean, and in good repair; appropriate for location and operation

Regulation: 511-6-2-.14(1) - floors, walls, and ceilings

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed mold like build up on the ceiling in rooms: 347 and 254. Observed chipped paint on ceiling in room 239. Observed wall at the base of the bathroom tearing apart in room 339.

511-6-2-.14(1) - Floors, Walls, and Ceilings Floors, walls, ceilings. windows, doors and all other appurtenances shall be of sound construction, properly maintained in good repair and shall be kept clean. In all new constructed and extensively remodeled residential kitchens used in bed and breakfast inns, coved base molding may be required. Walls and ceilings in residential kitchens shall be easily cleanable and light colored

26 - ventilation provided and lighting adequate; guestroom kitchenettes/cooking facilities approved

Regulation: 511-6-2-.14(3) - room ventilation

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed heavy accumulation of dust in air conditioning filters in room 353 and 414

15 - ice from approved source; properly handled, supplied and stored; equipment approved/clean

Regulation: 511-6-2-.07(8) - ice supply

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed build-up on ice baffles within ice machines on all floors except 4th floors of the Dolphin Tower and Turtle Tower.

RCA: 511-6-2-.07(8) - Ice Supply If self-service ice is provided, then it shall be from an approved water supply. In all new tourist accommodations, and in existing tourist accommodations when machines are replaced, only automatic dispensing ice machines will be allowed. In existing tourist accommodations permitted prior to the adoption of this rule, the use of existing self-service ice-storage bins may be continued, provided that the machines are maintained in good repair and capable of being properly cleaned and sanitized according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. Further, a copy of the manufacturer’s cleaning instructions shall be maintained onsite for review at the request of the Health Authority. Scoops, ice buckets, and other ice handling equipment, shall be of easily cleanable material and construction. They shall be stored in a clean place and shall be kept clean. Glassware shall not be used to scoop ice

Jul 15, 2024

Routine

Score: 904 violations

3 - hot/cold running water under pressure in all required locations of tourist accommodation

Regulation: 511-6-2-.07(2) - hot water supply

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed water temperature to be over the required maximum 120F limit. RCA: Hot and cold running water under pressure shall be provided to all lavatories, bathing facilities, laundry facilities, and water-using equipment where eating and drinking utensils are washed. In all new tourist accommodations, and where possible in existing tourist accommodations, hot water in all guest rooms shall not exceed 120F

10 - permit and inspection report current and properly displayed; pic assigned

Regulation: 511-6-2-.04(1)a - permit display

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed inspection report not displayed in public view. When asked to provide inspection report, PIC was not able to locate the report. RCA: 511-6-2-.05(7) - Inspection Posting Any tourist accommodation inspection report addendum(s), completed by the Health Authority to document observations, violations, and corrective actions resulting from an inspection need not be displayed, but must be made available by the tourist accommodation operator to the public upon request

25 - floors, walls, ceilings, windows, doors clean, and in good repair; appropriate for location and operation

Regulation: 511-6-2-.14(1) - floors, walls, and ceilings

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed mold-like black build up on the ceiling in rooms: 236,134,455,212,246, 331,336.

RCA: Floors, walls, ceilings. windows, doors and all other appurtenances shall be of sound construction, properly maintained in good repair and shall be kept clean

15 - ice from approved source; properly handled, supplied and stored; equipment approved/clean

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed build-up on ice baffles within ice machines on all floors except second floor on the south tower. RCA: 511-6-2-.07(8) - Ice Supply If self-service ice is provided, then it shall be from an approved water supply. In all new tourist accommodations, and in existing tourist accommodations when machines are replaced, only automatic dispensing ice machines will be allowed. In existing tourist accommodations permitted prior to the adoption of this rule, the use of existing self-service ice-storage bins may be continued, provided that the machines are maintained in good repair and capable of being properly cleaned and sanitized according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. Further, a copy of the manufacturer’s cleaning instructions shall be maintained onsite for review at the request of the Health Authority. Scoops, ice buckets, and other ice handling equipment, shall be of easily cleanable material and construction. They shall be stored in a clean place and shall be kept clean. Glassware shall not be used to scoop ice

Oct 30, 2023

Routine

Score: 933 violations

28 - beds, mattresses, mattress pads, springs, frames, pillows, and bed coverings clean; vermin free and in good condition; bed linen properly supplied, changed and laundered

Regulation: 511-6-2-.14(6) - bed, bedding, and linens

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed stained mattress pads in rooms 140, 209, 238, 311, 424, 433. Observed no mattress pad or cover in rooms 104, 132,137, 203, 232, 303, 313. Observed mattress staining in rooms 104, 140, 238, 254, 303, 311, 353, 424. Observed ribbon of mattress ripped off and exposing inner mattress in room 107. Observed staining on pillows in room 148.Observed staining on top sheet in room 148. RCA: 511-6-2-.14(6) - Bed, Bedding, and Linens Washable mattress pads or covers shall be used on all mattresses. Beds, mattresses, springs, slats, mattress pads, mattress and bed coverings, pillow and pillow covers shall be clean and free from vermin. Each bed shall be provided, as a minimum, with two sheets and one pillow and pillowcase. After each occupancy and upon the request of the occupant, sheets and pillowcases shall be changed with fresh laundered linens. During occupancy, linens shall be changed at a minimum frequency of not less than weekly

10 - permit and inspection report current and properly displayed; pic assigned

Regulation: 511-6-2-.05(7) - inspection posting

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed inspection report not displayed in public view. RCA: 511-6-2-.05(7) - Inspection Posting Any tourist accommodation inspection report addendum(s), completed by the Health Authority to document observations, violations, and corrective actions resulting from an inspection need not be displayed, but must be made available by the tourist accommodation operator to the public upon request

15 - ice from approved source; properly handled, supplied and stored; equipment approved/clean

Regulation: 511-6-2-.07(8) - ice supply

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed build-up on ice baffles within ice machines on first and fourth floors of south tower and first and third floor of north tower. RCA: 511-6-2-.07(8) - Ice Supply If self-service ice is provided, then it shall be from an approved water supply. In all new tourist accommodations, and in existing tourist accommodations when machines are replaced, only automatic dispensing ice machines will be allowed. In existing tourist accommodations permitted prior to the adoption of this rule, the use of existing self-service ice-storage bins may be continued, provided that the machines are maintained in good repair and capable of being properly cleaned and sanitized according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. Further, a copy of the manufacturer’s cleaning instructions shall be maintained onsite for review at the request of the Health Authority. Scoops, ice buckets, and other ice handling equipment, shall be of easily cleanable material and construction. They shall be stored in a clean place and shall be kept clean. Glassware shall not be used to scoop ice