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5 Iconic Hotels Savannah

Savannah does hospitality with old-Southern warmth, from haunted historic inns to a rooftop-topped design hotel. These are the five iconic stays worth booking for the room and the setting, with what to know for each.

1

The Marshall House The historic one

Broughton Street · $$$
The Marshall House Photo: The Marshall House

Why it made the list: Savannah's oldest hotel, an 1851 landmark on Broughton Street with cast-iron verandas, heart-pine floors and a genuinely storied (and famously haunted) past. It puts you right in the middle of downtown shopping and dining.

Best for: A central, atmospheric stay
The vibe: Historic, characterful, central
Good to know: A drink in the parlor bar, soaking up the 19th-century atmosphere.
Insider tip: It's right on Broughton Street, so shopping and restaurants are at the door. Ask about its Civil War history and its ghost stories.
2

The Perry Lane Hotel The design pick

Historic District · $$$
The Perry Lane Hotel Photo: Catherine Wanagill

Why it made the list: A polished, art-filled luxury hotel with a curated collection, a lovely lobby and the Peregrin rooftop bar looking out over the historic district. It's the stylish, modern counterpoint to Savannah's antique inns.

Best for: A design-led weekend
The vibe: Chic, contemporary, buzzy
Good to know: Sunset drinks at the Peregrin rooftop bar.
Insider tip: The rooftop bar is one of the best perches in a city that has few, and it's open to non-guests. It's steps from the southern squares.
3

The Bohemian Hotel Riverfront The river view

River Street · $$$
The Bohemian Hotel Riverfront Photo: Hotel Orielle, Autograph Collection

Why it made the list: Right on the cobblestoned riverfront, with a rustic-luxe look, a lobby of leather and iron and the Rocks on the Roof bar overlooking the river traffic. It's the pick for a stay in the thick of the River Street action.

Best for: A lively riverfront stay
The vibe: Rustic-chic, social, scenic
Good to know: A drink at Rocks on the Roof, watching the ships slide by.
Insider tip: It's on River Street, so it's fun and central but can be noisy on weekends. The rooftop bar has a front-row river view.
4

The Kehoe House The romantic inn

Columbia Square · $$$
The Kehoe House Photo: Kehoe House

Why it made the list: A grand 1892 Renaissance Revival mansion on Columbia Square turned intimate bed-and-breakfast, all antiques, verandas and Southern-hospitality touches like afternoon tea and evening wine. It's classic, romantic old Savannah.

Best for: A couples' getaway
The vibe: Genteel, intimate, romantic
Good to know: Afternoon tea on the veranda overlooking the square.
Insider tip: It's a small inn, so it books up; reserve early. It faces one of the loveliest, quietest squares downtown.
5

The Mansion on Forsyth Park The grand one

Forsyth Park · $$$
The Mansion on Forsyth Park Photo: Marcelo H

Why it made the list: A flamboyant 1888 Victorian mansion overlooking Forsyth Park, filled with a huge, eclectic art collection and topped with an inner courtyard and pool. It's the bold, art-forward luxury stay, right by the city's greenest space.

Best for: An art-filled, park-side stay
The vibe: Opulent, artful, dramatic
Good to know: A wander through the art-packed public rooms, then a drink at the bar.
Insider tip: It faces Forsyth Park, so you're steps from the fountain and the Saturday market. The art collection alone is worth a look.

⭐ Bonus Pick: The Alida & the Hamilton-Turner Inn

Two more strong stays: The Alida in the vibrant riverfront-adjacent Plant Riverside district is a modern, design-forward hotel with a rooftop bar, and the Hamilton-Turner Inn on Lafayette Square is a grand Second Empire mansion of 'Midnight' fame, run as a gracious B&B.

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