Best Hotels in Savannah

Where to Stay in Savannah

Savannah’s best hotels are concentrated within the historic district — the 2.5-square-mile grid of squares and Federal-era architecture that constitutes the city’s main attraction. Staying within the district puts every significant site within walking distance and eliminates the need for a car during your visit. The hotel stock ranges from intimate 12-room inns in restored antebellum mansions to full-service 200-room hotels on the riverfront. We cover the best options at each tier.

Luxury Hotels

The Perry Lane Hotel — 256 E Perry Lane (Perry Square, historic district). A 167-room luxury boutique hotel that is one of the best-designed large hotels in Savannah. The rooftop pool and bar have views across the historic district’s rooftops, and the lobby art program is genuinely engaging. The location — at the intersection of Perry Lane and Abercorn Street — is ideal for walking to the squares, the Telfair Museums, and the best restaurants. Rates approximately $280–$520 per night as of 2026.

The Mansion on Forsyth Park — 700 Drayton St (directly on Forsyth Park). A 126-room hotel in a Victorian mansion at the southeast corner of the park. The building is filled with an eclectic collection of contemporary art, and the 700 Drayton restaurant is a legitimate dining destination. The location — facing the Forsyth fountain — is possibly the best single hotel address in Savannah. Rates approximately $250–$500 per night as of 2026. Rates spike significantly during St. Patrick’s Day weekend.

The Gastonian — 220 E Gaston St (two blocks from Forsyth Park). A small luxury inn in two adjoining 1868 Italianate townhouses, with 17 uniquely furnished rooms, a full hot breakfast, and afternoon wine service. This is the hotel for travelers who want maximum historic atmosphere in a genuinely small, carefully managed property. Rates approximately $280–$450 per night as of 2026.

Boutique Hotels

The Brice, A Kimpton Hotel — 601 E Bay St (eastern edge of historic district, near Factors Walk). A 145-room boutique hotel in a converted 19th-century carriage house and warehouse, with a courtyard pool and a relaxed atmosphere. The location is slightly less central than the Perry Lane or Mansion, but the Brice compensates with competitive rates and a style that suits visitors who find the larger historic district hotels too formal. Rates approximately $200–$380 per night as of 2026.

Andaz Savannah — 14 Barnard St (Ellis Square). A 151-room Hyatt-brand boutique hotel on Ellis Square, one of the more recently restored squares in the historic district. The rooftop bar is a consistent draw, and the location gives immediate walking access to City Market and the Telfair Academy. Rates approximately $200–$360 per night as of 2026.

Kehoe House — 123 Habersham St (Columbia Square). A Romanesque Revival mansion built in 1892 for iron foundry owner William Kehoe, now a 13-room inn with exceptional breakfasts and carefully maintained Victorian interiors. One of the most atmospheric places to stay in the city. Rates approximately $220–$380 per night as of 2026. Not suited to guests who prefer modern hotel amenities over historic character.

Planters Inn — 29 Abercorn St (Reynolds Square). A 60-room boutique hotel in a converted 19th-century building on one of the most elegantly proportioned squares in the historic district. The location between the waterfront and the main squares is excellent. Rates approximately $160–$300 per night as of 2026.

Full-Service Hotels

Hyatt Regency Savannah — 2 W Bay St (riverfront). A 351-room full-service convention hotel on the Savannah River with river-view rooms available on upper floors. The atrium lobby is striking; the location is convenient for the riverfront and the western historic district. Rates approximately $180–$320 per night as of 2026.

Hilton Savannah DeSoto — 15 E Liberty St (central historic district). A 246-room full-service hotel in the heart of the historic district, a consistent performer for travelers who want brand-name reliability without paying boutique-hotel premiums. Rates approximately $160–$280 per night as of 2026.

Practical Booking Notes

St. Patrick’s Day: Savannah’s St. Patrick’s Day celebration (typically the weekend surrounding March 17) is the second-largest in the United States. The historic district fills completely, rates for all hotels triple or quadruple from normal, and reservations must be made months in advance — often a year ahead for the most popular properties. If your dates fall in mid-March without a specific St. Patrick’s Day purpose, consider shifting by a week in either direction.

Parking: Most historic district hotels do not have on-site parking lots, given the urban density of the neighborhood. Valet parking through hotels typically costs approximately $30–$40 per night as of 2026. The Bryan Street Garage and the State Street Garage are the best-located public parking options within the historic district, costing approximately $10–$15 per day. If you plan to stay within the historic district and Tybee Island for your entire visit, you can manage without a car — most sites are walkable or accessible by the DOT shuttle.

High season: Spring (March–May) and fall (October–November) are the most popular seasons. Summer is hot and humid but sees lower hotel rates; January and February are the least expensive months.