Tybee Island, Chatham County

Royal Palm Motel

909 BUTLER AVE TYBEE ISLAND, GA 31328

Tourist
Latest score
96
Jan 26, 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.

Jan 26, 2026

Routine

Score: 961 violation

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 staining on mattresses in each room observed. Observed staining on mattress pads in rooms 1 and 16. 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

Jun 4, 2025

Routine

Score: 952 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 staining on mattress pad in room 22. Observed staining on two mattresses and two pillows in room 23. Observed staining on mattress in room 21. Observed missing mattress cover or pad in rooms 6 and 21.

RCA: Violation Code Reference 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

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 green build-up on baffle of ice machine. RCA: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

Nov 4, 2024

Routine

Score: 952 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: Yes

Observed staining on mattress covers in rooms 2, 6, 10, 19, 24. Observed staining on pillows in room 19

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 baffle of outdoor ice machine. 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

Jan 3, 2024

Routine

Score: 952 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 staining on mattress in room 1 and 18. Observed staining on mattress pad in room 18. Observed missing mattress pad or cover in rooms 1 and 18. 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

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 baffle of ice machine. 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

Jun 21, 2023

Routine

Score: 951 violation

1 - adequate, approved, permitted, protected potable water supply; no cross connection or back siphonage

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

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed hot water in room 1 to be 132F, which is above the maximum 120F. RCA: 511-6-2-.07(2) - Water Supply and Sanitizing Cold running water under pressure shall be provided to all equipment that uses water. 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