Top 14 Cool and Unusual Hotels in Savannah 2023

This beautiful hotel in downtown Savannah comes to life with the help of its Muse, Adelaide Harcourt. World traveler, native Savannian, and artist, she has curated a wonderful collection of local artworks to enhance the cozy southern style of this hotel.

Rooms and communal spaces are a gorgeous array of color, style, and form, which is echoed throughout the building in its dining areas and rooftop pool and terrace.

There are three dining options: the upmarket Emporium and Wine Market, the high-end yet quirky Wayward Bar, and the classy rooftop Peregrine. All serve thoughtful, locally inspired, and sourced dishes along with a wonderful selection of wine and contemporary cocktails.

To make sure you look and feel sufficiently breezy and beautiful, there is a well-equipped fitness center, an amazing rooftop pool, and Muse, a gorgeous boutique store full of carefully selected outfits and accessories. This hotel is a real boutique experience for humans and pets, an absolute treat! 

Nestled on the cobbled streets of historic Savannah on the breathtaking riverfront, The Bohemian is a colonial-style hotel that ticks all the boxes.

It is a perfect location, close to all the attractions, and the rooms are comfy and aesthetically lovely, with big windows offering fantastic views and curated artwork adorning the walls.

Rocks on the River serves up hearty, contemporary Southern comfort food, and Rocks on the Roof offers wonderful cocktails with views over the city.

Georgian hospitality is paramount here, and the friendly staff will ensure you have everything you need to get the most out of your stay.

Savannah really has the art gallery/ hotel vibe down, and The DeSoto is just that. This historic hotel has been a city landmark for 130 years and has hosted some top names in its time, including multiple American Presidents.

The building has retained many of its original features, including terracotta tiles and Crystal chandeliers. The wound-in with these antiques is an amazing collection of contemporary art and bright, spacious rooms surrounding a courtyard and outdoor pool.

The perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and historic southern charm, it’s no wonder the hotel is award-winning; come and try it out for yourself and drink in this unique southern city, jump on a troll up or a riverboat, take a day trip to Tybee Island, gorge on perfectly prepared southern cuisine, stroll the cobbled streets and then come back to unwind with an oak-aged cocktail in Proof and Provision or a cafe Au Lait at Bayou. 

You know me, I’m a sucker for a bit of history, and Olde Harbour Inn has it in spades! Originally built in 1812 as a wharf-side storage warehouse, the Inn’s long life has been blighted by fire and other minor catastrophes before it was fully renovated in 1987 and opened as a historic inn.

Fans of the spirit world might like to stay here and meet Hank, the resident ghost, or perhaps, like me, you’ll enjoy the amazing nautical-themed rooms and original features such as exposed beams and brickwork or the fact that you can add wine to your booking and get ice cream treats delivered to your room!

The Olde Harbour Inn has been voted the most pet-friendly hotel in Savannah, too, so if you’re bringing a four-legged pal, this is the place for you! 

Set in the heart of Savannah’s historic district, The Drayton is an intimate boutique hotel. The 50 carefully thought out rooms each frame a wonderful city view and bring that image inside to reflect in the furnishings and artworks, reclaimed wood floors, and cozy details of the interior space.

The wonderful foliage-rich lobby makes you feel instantly welcome and provides a tranquil retreat from the bustle outside. Foodies will love the locally sourced seafood dishes at St. Neo’s Brasserie, followed by cocktails with panoramic views up 

Kimpton Brice is like the best kind of present, traditional on the outside and marvelous and surprising inside. The historic building hides a cozy, chic, modern interior full of little touches like a well-stocked library and a peacefully shady secret garden. Foodies can enjoy delicious Italian fare made from locally sourced ingredients, served up alongside cocktails in the welcoming surroundings of Pacci Restaurant & Bar.

Situated in the heart of the National Historic Landmark District, close to famous River Street and City Market, Kimpton Brice is the perfect base for exploring Savannah’s treasures. 

Experience timeless luxury on Savannah’s historic riverfront at this home away from home. The Alida offers big, bright, airy rooms that are flooded with light thanks to the enormous windows, which offer wonderful views across the river.

There are four in-house dining options, too: Expect southern hospitality and soul food at Rhett, small plates and craft cocktails at Lost Square and The Pool Bar, or a friendly whiskey at The Trade Room.

The unique hotel also offers an excellent in-room menu fresh from The Rhett if you don’t fancy venturing out. Modern luxury mixed with old-world hospitality makes this place the perfect venue for a city break or romantic weekend in the jewel of Georgia.

This unique hotel complex features three individual buildings, each with its specific character. Once a working power station, the building is a perfect example of industry and progress that has been thoughtfully renovated to blend luxury and timeless elegance with a chic industrial style.

There is a fantastic gym, a spa to pamper yourself in, and a plethora of dining options onsite, offering everything from Brunch to Baobabs and still more fantastic options nearby in the lively and popular riverside district.

Gorgeous, spacious rooms with amazing views of the city mean that you’ll have a really memorable stay. 

Next to all the historic landmarks, including Forsyth Park, Savannah College of Art, and The Mighty Eighth Airforce Museum, this modern hotel is a great option as a base for all your explorations.

City Market and Sorrel Weed House, the most haunted in the city, are also nearby. Rooms are comfy with a well-stocked mini bar, and a Keurig Coffee Maker and hot breakfast are available at the onsite restaurant. A good mid-price base to enjoy the city from. 

If you like to feel at home wherever you go, then this gorgeous, cozy B&B next to Forsyth Park is the place for you. Each boutique room is decorated in its style, but all incorporate wonderful one-of-a-kind antiques and luxuriously comfortable beds and private bathrooms.

The Inn has all these beautiful nooks and crannies, old-style porches, and secret gardens where you can sit quietly and contemplate the day. The food is seasonal southern soul on a plate, prepared by the onsite chef, and guests can enjoy spa treatments, afternoon tea, barbecues on the porch, or a shady stroll around the fishpond.

Off-site, the staff at The Azalea will help you with city tours, bike rentals, river cruises, and all sorts of other activities. A boutique treat for lovers of the unique. 

Stay in The ‘Grand Lady of the Bay’ with all the comforts and assurance of a well-known chain. The Hotel Indigo is a boutique hotel situated in a 19th-century dry goods storage warehouse. The rooms are pet-friendly, full of comforts, and unique; communal spaces are hip and modern, with a nod to the building’s history.

The hotel is located in the perfect spot, right in the historic downtown near all the notable sights. There are many cool dining options and bars nearby, as well as a hot breakfast served daily and an onsite bar and restaurant if you don’t fancy going out.

It is a great and quite fun hotel with friendly staff, all the mod cons, and the bonus of being in an amazing historic building! 

The Cotton Sail is situated on historic River Street in an old cotton warehouse. The interior is modern luxury but carefully maintains echoes of the past.

There are two onsite options for dining: Riverhouse Seafood and the beautiful Rooftop Bar, where you can enjoy small plates, charcuterie, and tasty cocktails with some of the best views in the city! Luxury, Comfort, and Style go hand in hand in this well-located hotel. 

If you like feeling a bit more independent when you’re away, then this is an excellent option for you. The Broughton offers a selection of self-catering suites and apartments above the lively hustle of artisan shops and bars in the midst of the quaint squares and cobbled streets of the old town’s historic district.

It is a perfect place to relax and explore the city at your own pace with no ties to hotel schedules. The apartments are bright and airy, with splashes of color in the quirky art on the walls and thoughtfully selected soft furnishings. 

Marshall House is one of the oldest hotels in Savannah; today, the perfectly renovated hotel offers a slice of history, a time capsule to a different era, but with no shortage of comfort and modern amenities. The original hotel was built in 1851 when the railway began to bring business to the city in great numbers.

It was used as a Union hospital at the end of the Civil War and during the yellow fever epidemics in the mid-1800s. During the reconstruction period, it was home to Joel Chandler Harris, author of  The Uncle Remus Stories. After falling into disrepair in the 50s, it was eventually perfectly and lovingly restored in the late 90s. The place is really spectacular, from the original staircases to the wonderful courtyard atrium.

Scattered around are many treasures that were found during the renovations. The rooms are beautiful, with original doors, floors, fireplaces, and decor to match… if that’s not enough reason to stay, it is also ideally located for exploring all the special places the historic city has to offer!