8 Best Hotels in Savannah, Georgia

Done up in a sunny shade of yellow, this wood-frame Queen Anne home dating from 1893 is surrounded by an appealing courtyard and gardens. Indoors, the parlor has parquet floors and is furnished with some proper Queen Anne pieces, but much is simply old. The parlor fireplace is a focal point, and it is fun to open the tall windows and step onto the veranda; many guests take their breakfast here among the rockers and ferns. All rooms are exceptionally large, but the best are No. 7 (with its black floral fabrics and fireplace), No. 5, and No. 9. Children and pets are allowed only in the cottage out back, which is not as well furnished as the main house.

Since all buildings in the Historic District must conform to the local charm, Holiday Inn went all-out, creating a handsome interior design in the public spaces, with tasteful animal-print settees, leather club chairs, fireplaces, and classy chandeliers. Impressive guest rooms, especially the deluxe ones on the concierge level, are done in a taupe palette with textured walls, wet bars, contemporary designer bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, microwaves, and luxury bedding. The rooftop swimming pool has a shady gazebo and fabulous river views. A bank of public computers is available to guests. The location is excellent and can't be beat for the price.

RV travelers enjoy a glorious "glamping" experience at this luxurious campground minutes outside the city. Hot showers, sparkling swimming pool, fishing ponds, horseback riding and a well-stocked clubhouse keep the spaces filled year round, as does Red Gate's partnership with Old Town Trolley—you can park your rig under the oaks and catch a ride into town to have the best of both worlds.

Holding its own beside any of the city's boutique hotels, the SpringHill Suites has a lobby that's a study in sleek, contemporary design, with earthy wood elements contrasting with pops of color and ultramodern light fixtures. The suites are minimalist in style but smartly appointed. A 24-hour market is well stocked with snacks and beverages, and Toasted Barrel offers elevated grilled cheese sandwiches and a wide range of bourbons. An outdoor pool and hot tub with cozy, chic lounge chairs will help you wind down at the end of the day.

Located in a historic building, the Staybridge Suites has a perfect downtown location, with rates that include free Wi-Fi, same-day dry cleaning, a well-equipped gym, continental breakfast, and a social evening receptions on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday with free wine, beer, and appetizers. The suites may be slightly smaller than one may expect from new builds, but the convenience can't be beat.

A stay in this funky motor lodge will transport you back to the 1960s with hot popcorn awaiting your arrival, white leather chairs in the rooms, and Moon Pies on your pillow with the complimentary turndown, but it offers all the modern amenities of standard brand hotels—flat-screen TVs, fridges, coffeepots—at a highly competitive rate for this part of town. It's in the heart of all the action, only minutes away from the Savannah Visitors Center, the Savannah Children's Museum, and Tricentennial Park and Battlefield. Complimentary coffee, juice, and Krispy Kreme doughnuts are available in the lobby, and private-label toiletries are appreciated. There's a $50 fee per pet.

If renting a five-star beach house, a pastel island cottage, or a waterfront condo in a complex with a pool and tennis courts is your coastal-Georgia dream stay, check out Tybee Vacation Rentals. This family-owned business has grown because the managers are so friendly and accommodating, and, given that they now represent more than 250 properties, they are the one-stop shop for booking a vacation rental on Tybee Island. Most properties require a two-night minimum; some are pet-friendly.