Savannah is a Southern city that has been on my list of places to visit for years. It’s taken
me a lot longer to visit than I thought it would. This is also an interesting little fact. When I graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill, I received my first rejection letter from a Savannah TV station right after
school. I didn’t get a reporting job there, and over twenty years later, I’m still waiting to visit.
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Savannah, Georgia |
Spring is a lovely time to visit this historic city with lots of architectural style. It was
established in 1733. It’s rich with history and beauty.
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Azaleas bloom in Savannah in the Spring |
The city is like a living garden with public spaces in full bloom. The arts thrive here, and
Savannah showcases some of the best restaurants in the South.
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Savannah is home to charming boutiques and bistros |
The city hosts 150 festivals each year, and in May it will host the Tall Ship Challenge. At least
15 tall ships will be on the riverfront May 3-7.
The temperature gets a little sultry in the summer, but that is when you can find some great rates in the city.
So where would this hotel-loving blogger stay in Savannah?
For a hotel lover, Savannah has some fantastic properties for all budgets. Believe it or not, I couldn’t narrow it down to one choice for this post, so I’m giving you my two top choices. Both hotels are family-friendly, but I would lean on one for a trip with my husband and the second property for when my kids are in tow.
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Bohemian Hotel Savannah Riverfront |
The boutique property, Bohemian Hotel Savannah Riverfront, looks to be a gem in Savannah’s lodging crown.
It’s located on a cobblestone street on the Savannah riverfront. I could totally see my
husband and I having a drink on this rooftop after a day of sightseeing.
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"Rocks on the Roof" is Savannah's newest hotspot. I think that table has my name on it. |
The inn has 75 guestrooms, a full-service restaurant, and all the amenities you find in a luxury hotel.
It’s my choice for a couple getaway. The rooms have a posh feel about them.
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The rooms evoke the 18th century era of maritime settlers with a contemporary flair |
The reviews are fantastic for this hotel, and a lot of people have stayed at the hotel with their children, but I have another choice for families.
My Family Choice
Westin Savannah Harbor Golf and Spa Resort
I think my children at their current ages would be better suited at the Westin Savannah Harbor Golf and Spa resort. For one thing, it has a gorgeous pool for the hot summer heat.
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This pool is gorgeous |
It also has kid's club activities, and a spa for mom. No one wants to sightsee all day. I don’t.
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The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort and Spa |
The hotel is on an island in the Savannah River. The hotel provides a complimentary water
taxi to the historic district. If your kids are like mine, then the 90-second boat ride may be what they remember
most. And of course, I always like a heavenly bed.
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Guestrooms have a classic feel. |
Savannah is on my list. I'm ready to go. Is it on yours now?
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