Whitemarsh Island, GA

Savannah

Isle of Hope Historic District which includes a garden
Isle of Hope Historic District which includes a garden
Sunrise on Isle of Hope take at 0630 in the summer during low tide. #LikeALocal
It doesn’t take too much imagination to picture a bygone era in which a horse drawn carriage is carrying a Georgian Belle down this Savannah Street. Majestic Southern Live Oak trees line each side arching over to form a living, green canopy high above. Spanish moss hangs down from the branches waving in the sultry late afternoon breeze not unlike grandpa’s wispy grey beard.


The eligible beauty wearing a layered flowing white dress, head back laughing at something someone had called out. One elegant gloved hand holding the reins and the other clutching at her oversized hat which is threatening to blow away in the breeze.


An interesting fact is, that Spanish Moss is neither from Spain nor is it a moss and is instead is a flowering plant in the family of bromeliads. Being an epiphyte it absorbs nutrients and water through its leaves from the air and rainfall. It generally grows upon larger trees in tropical and subtropical climates, native to much of Mexico, Bermuda, The Bahamas, Central America, South America, southern United States, and the West Indies. 


For me Spanish Moss is an unusual plant and one that only grows only in specific locations making it intriguing and slightly mysterious and worthy of a little research and consideration. #nature
Sunset looking across the Moon River from Skidaway Island on the Georgia coast.

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Whitemarsh Island Hotel Deals

Hyatt Regency Savannah

Hyatt Regency Savannah

4 out of 5
2 W Bay St Savannah GA
$136 nightly
The price is $162 total per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
$162 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,557 reviews)
Clean and beautiful setup and views !

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

Hyatt Regency Savannah
Marriott Savannah Riverfront

Marriott Savannah Riverfront

4 out of 5
100 General Mcintosh Blvd Savannah GA
$219 nightly
The price is $258 total per night from Jan 15 to Jan 16
$258 total
Jan 15 - Jan 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Savannah. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,287 reviews)
Staff great. Location great!

Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026

Marriott Savannah Riverfront
The Desoto Savannah

The Desoto Savannah

4 out of 5
15 East Liberty Street Savannah GA
$169 nightly
The price is $200 total per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
$200 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,859 reviews)
Good location but the hotel shows its age.

Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026

The Desoto Savannah
Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District by IHG

Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District by IHG

4 out of 5
201 W Bay St Savannah GA
$126 nightly
The price is $151 total per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
$151 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,871 reviews)
Location was great and we got a good deal there. There was some construction going on at the time I was there, but no big deal

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District by IHG
Thompson Savannah, by Hyatt

Thompson Savannah, by Hyatt

4.5 out of 5
201 PORT STREET Savannah GA
$218 nightly
The price is $256 total per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
$256 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Beautiful hotel inside and out. Horrible parking, it’s a fight lol and I don’t remember breakfast. I ate outside of the hotel. Breakfast didn’t come with my stay.

Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026

Thompson Savannah, by Hyatt
JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District

JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District

5 out of 5
400 W RIVER ST Savannah GA
$251 nightly
The price is $295 total per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
$295 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 12 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,467 reviews)
The staff were wonderful, attentive and helpful. They made sure we saw the beauty of Savannah

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighborhoods around Whitemarsh Island

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Dutch Island

While Dutch Island might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Isle of Hope Marina and Wormsloe Historic Site.

Dutch Island
Fishing on the beautiful Ogeechee River near Savannah, GA.  The "bite was on!!!"  WOW!!!

Thunderbolt

You'll enjoy the restaurants and gardens in Thunderbolt. You might want to make time for a stop at Bonaventure Cemetery or Bahia Bleu Marina.

Thunderbolt
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Wilmington Island

Wilmington Island is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can plan an outing to Oatland Island Wildlife Center and Tybee National Wildlife Refuge while you're in town.

Wilmington Island
Isle of Hope Historic District showing a house

Isle of Hope Historic District

You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Isle of Hope Historic District. You might want to make time for a stop at Isle of Hope Marina or Wormsloe Historic Site.

Isle of Hope Historic District
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Blackshear

While Blackshear might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like River Street and Savannah River.

Blackshear
WWII inspired dinner, serving great American classics.

Midtown

4/5(368 area reviews)

Midtown is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Starland District and Grayson Stadium, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Savannah.

Midtown


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