The city is also adjacent to Fort Gordon and lies about 15 miles east of Augusta. The city is accessible by Georgia State Route 223, otherwise known as Robinson Avenue, and Interstate 20, which connects Atlanta with Augusta and Columbia, South Carolina. You can also get to Grovetown by flying into Augusta Regional Airport, 17 miles southeast, or by flying into the public-use airport at Daniel Field, 11 miles east.
Grovetown has a quirky origin story. Poet Paul Hamilton Hayne petitioned the government to establish a post office in the area. As a man of letters, he needed ready access to mail them. Postmaster Charles Clifford opened the post office in 1877, and at the same time, the industrious fellow also served as the owner of the corner store and the train station agent. Rail service and top-notch hotels brought visitors in droves from Augusta in the summer, as residents sought to escape the swampy summer heat of the area around the Savannah River.
Camp Gordon was established in 1942 as a World War II training camp, bringing a boom of prosperity to Grovetown and rapidly transforming the town from a sleepy agricultural town to a modern, growing community of over 12,000 residents. Today many people come to Grovetown to visit military family and friends on base at Fort Gordon.
Learn all this local history and more at Grovetown Museum, housed in a restored historic home from the late 19th century. Be sure to check out Liberty Park Community Center and Goodale Park for playtime and relaxation. For indoor fun, check out Gordon Lanes Bowling Center and the Active Climbing gym.
Many people come to Grovetown each year to watch the prestigious Masters Tournament at the Augusta National Golf Club, which is known to be one of the most challenging courses in the world. It's also one of the most beautiful, thanks to the rolling greens, adorned with azaleas ablaze with blooms just in time for the annual tournament. Play your own game at Gordon Lakes Golf Course at Fort Gordon. After a game of golf, take in a show over a good meal at the Fort Gordon Dinner Theater.
Whether you're planning on seeing the Masters Tournament or just passing through for a day or two, Grovetown is a small Southern town with a lot to offer, to learn, and to experience.
When should you try to plan a trip to Grovetown, GA?
Grovetown enjoys an average of 216 sunny days each year, from hot and humid summers in the 90s, to cool winters, typically in the 40s. It rarely snows in the deep south, and Grovetown is no exception to that rule, though the city does get about 47 inches of rain per year. You can keep cool in the summer with a visit to the outdoor pool and spray court at the Courtyard on Fort Gordon during the hot summer months.
The town hosts seasonal events throughout the year, the Autumn Festival and Trunk or Treat at Liberty Park. Compete in the contest, enjoy music, local vendors, and inflatables, as well as hayrides through the park. And given Fort Gordon's location near Grovetown, Grovetown Military Day at Veterans Park in November is always a special occasion.
If you are lucky enough to score Masters Tournament tickets by lottery, be sure to book accommodations well in advance. Grovetown makes a convenient and quiet place to stay if you plan on attending. While you're at the course, be sure to try one of the club's famous pimento cheese sandwiches, a local specialty.
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What hotels in Grovetown, GA are perfect for luxury-travelers?
4 Star Average Prices: $138.88
You may want to stay forever after you check into luxurious accommodations at Home2 Suites by Hilton Grovetown Augusta Area. Modern, sleek, and welcoming, this hotel is designed to feel like home, yet packed with all the amenities you wish you enjoyed at your own place. A cheerful, helpful staff welcomes you at arrival, and ushers you up to guest rooms equipped with a full kitchen, including an oven, stove-top, fridge, freezer, and microwave.
Enjoy premium television on a big 42-inch LCD screen, as well as complimentary wireless internet access. Do some work at the desk, or head downstairs to print or email in the 24-hour business center. Each day you'll also enjoy a complimentary breakfast buffet, served up in the stylish lounge. You can also take your meal outdoors to eat under the arbor on the terrace, facing the pool. Bring your pets along with you, and they'll enjoy ample green space to run outside.
What are the affordable hotels around Grovetown, Georgia?
3 Star Average Prices: $102.89
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Augusta near Fort Gordon offers some of the lowest hotel rates around, and yet, you'll enjoy a very comfortable stay here. The hotel is also conveniently located just 15 minutes away from Augusta National Golf Club.
All guest rooms include fridges and microwaves, while select suite layouts include full kitchens. The pillowtop beds are dressed in luxe Frette Italian sheets, ensuring a good night's sleep after a dip in the outdoor pool and a relaxing hot shower in the combination shower/tub. Wireless internet and continental breakfast are also free for all guests.
2 Star Average Prices: $78.16
Where are the best hotel discounts in Grovetown, Georgia?
A stay at Best Western Augusta West puts you within 15-minutes of Augusta Mall, 5 miles from Lady Antebellum Amphitheater, and just over 10 miles to Fort Gordon. Plus, if you're a AAA member, senior, or military or government service member, you'll score great discounts at this hotel.
During your stay, enjoy premium bedding, a fridge, and a microwave in your guest room. If you're traveling with kids, the sofa beds will come in handy as well. You can log on to the free wired or wireless internet connection throughout your stay as well. Kids will love visiting the outdoor pool with a parent, while you can get some me-time in at the 24-hour fitness center. Everyone will love the complimentary full breakfast, served daily.
What Grovetown hotels offer the best value to travelers?
The Holiday Inn Augusta West I-20 is the place to stay if you want to be convenient to Grovetown, within 15-minutes' drive of Augusta National Golf Club.
Guest rooms feature fridges and LCD televisions, safes, and desks. You will enjoy free wired and wireless internet access, too, as well as free local calls.
Make the most of this hotel's value-added amenities with a visit to the indoor pool, spa tub, and fitness center. Dine and drink at Kems on-site or enjoy room service during select hours. Each day, you can also wake up to a free breakfast buffet.
What are the best places to visit while staying in Grovetown, GA?
There are plenty of things to do in Grovetown, Augusta, and in the Savannah River area. Start exploring outside at Grovetown's Euchee Creek Park, which offers trails and beautiful views of wetlands and forest. These trails are primarily paved or wood-planked, so you can even bring the stroller and take the kids on a short walk that ends with a playground. Keep your eyes open for local birds, turtles, and other wildlife.
In the fall, take the family out to Steeds Dairy Farm in Grovetown, where you can get lost in a corn maze and pluck a pumpkin from the patch. Kids (and adults) will love visiting the animals in the barn and jumping in the bounce area. You can shop locally grown produce, pick up some corn stalks for your holiday decor, take a hayride, and pick up some tasty treats.
Classic-film fans will want to trek over to nearby Harlem, Georgia, to see the Laurel and Hardy Museum, the only one of its kind in the country. Admission is free to see all the film memorabilia and to watch a film. Head to the Augusta Museum of History for insights into the Civil War era to present day, including special railroad exhibitions and a section devoted to soul legend James Brown, baseball player Ty Cobb, and President Woodrow Wilson, all of whom have connections to the area. There's also a section devoted to the history of golf, tied to the Masters.
The Morris Museum of Art is the place to see if you love art. Located in downtown Augusta on the Riverwalk, the impressive collection of nearly 5,000 artworks highlights the art and artists of the American South. Every Sunday the Museum also hosts a free concert.
While you are in Augusta, check out the Phinizy Swamp Nature Park. You'll spot small gators and creatures in their natural habitat, and smell the fresh scent of magnolia blooms, all from a safe perch on an elevated wooden boardwalk. You will find even more scenic walking trails at Augusta's Savannah Rapids Visitor Center.
If you'd like to pick up some fresh locally grown Georgia peaches before you head out of state, stop into Augusta's Good Earth farmer's market. This well-stocked store offers the freshest produce around, as well as a selection of potted plants. Shoppers can also spend time browsing the department stores and boutiques at Augusta Mall.
Proximity to Augusta, Southern charm, natural beauty, and family fun make Grovetown an ideal Southern town to discover.
FAQs about hotels in Grovetown
How much does a cheap hotel in Grovetown cost per night?
In the last year, a 2 star hotel in Grovetown can be as cheap as $78.16 per night. (based on HotelPlanner prices)
How much does a 3 star hotel in Grovetown cost per night?
In the last year, the average 3 star hotel in Grovetown has been $102.89 per night. (based on HotelPlanner prices)
How much does a luxury hotel in Grovetown cost?
In the last year, the average 4 star hotel in Grovetown has been $138.88 per night. (based on HotelPlanner prices)
Recent traveler guest reviews of Grovetown, GA
Below are reviews of the city of Grovetown, GA from an actual visitor's perspective.
"Shopping Area!"
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5.0 / 5
Was located in an area where there were many options to shop.
Harry M., from 29-Jul-2024
"Shopping!"
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5.0 / 5
Was located in an area where there were many options to shop.
Harry M., from 29-Jul-2024
"Lots to see and do and great dining!"
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5.0 / 5
Lots to see and do and great dining!
Joan F., from 01-May-2024
"Convenient Location Near Shops & Restaurants"
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4.0 / 5
We were here for a funeral, Grovetown had all the restaurant and shops to make it a convenient place to stay.
Alton W., from 16-Mar-2024
"Great Restaurant Choices!"
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5.0 / 5
The restaurant choices were great.
Joanne B., from 24-Apr-2023
"Quiet area with plentiful options for dining!"
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5.0 / 5
Quiet area with plentiful options for dining!
Qua-Keita A., from 07-Nov-2022
"Nice clean town."
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4.0 / 5
The town is clean, it was a nice place to raise my family.
Marisela R., from 26-Apr-2022
"Great Breakfast!"
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5.0 / 5
Great breakfast!
Charles G., from 28-Dec-2021
The average traveler rating of the city of Grovetown, GA shown above is
4.8 out of 5 based on 8 reviews