The coastal Georgia city of Savannah draws visitors to its cultural historic attractions, such as Fort Jackson and the Mercer Williams House, which was constructed in the mid 19th century and was the former home of Jim Williams, subject of the book "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil." Visitors to Savannah can stroll along the famous Riverwalk and wander through the 2.5-mile National Historic Landmark District. On a warm day, guests can relax with a dip in their hotel's outdoor swimming pool.
The Mansion on Forsyth Park occupies a restored Victorian mansion in Savannah's Historic District. On the edge of the 10-acre Forsyth Park, it is described by "Frommer's" as "the most opulent and spectacular boutique hotel in Savannah."
The neo-Romanesque building features high ceilings, gilded cove moldings, Beaux Arts marble statues, antique chandeliers and 400 pieces of original art. The 126 guest rooms and suites boast oversized soaking or whirlpool bath tubs and luxury toiletries.
Along with an outdoor swimming pool with a water wall, facilities include a 24-hour fitness center and full-service spa. Savannah Golf Club is 10 minutes away. The hotel runs its own cooking school and offers personal classes. The on-site restaurant, 700 Drayton, serves regional cuisine, and guests can have cocktails on the rooftop terrace of Casimir's Lounge.
The Mulberry Inn was built in 1868 and served as a cotton warehouse and a stable. In the early 1900s, it became the second Coca-Cola Bottling company in the country. The hotel, which is located in the Historic District, has 145 guest rooms, all decorated with period furnishings.
Along with an outdoor heated swimming pool, the Mulberry Inn has a hot tub, fitness center and leafy courtyard with fountains and wrought iron furniture. The on-site Courtyard Cafe serves a breakfast and lunch buffet, and Sergeant Jasper's opens for dinner. Other nearby dining options include the Oyster Bar, a two-minute walk across Emmett Park.
The Marriott Riverfront Hotel is situated on the Savannah River at the eastern end of River Street. "Frommer's" notes that this hotel attracts corporate business and conventions. With over 36,000 square feet of meeting and event space, the Marriott is Savannah's largest convention hotel.
Marriott's 341 spacious guest rooms and suites all offer views of either the river or the city. The hotel has both an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, along with a whirlpool, spa and fitness center. It is a three-minute drive from the Savannah Golf Club.
Guests can dine at one of the hotel's two American-style restaurants, or try the historic Southern-style Pirate's House, which is a two-minute walk away.
The Azalea Inn and Gardens is one block from Forsyth Park and is a five-minute walk from the Mercer Williams House. The hotel occupies a late 19th-century Italianate house with a heritage garden featuring indigenous plants from the 19th century. The rear deck features an outdoor swimming pool, waterfall and fishpond.
The nine guest rooms are individually decorated to a theme that represents an aspect of Savannah history and are furnished with period antiques. Most rooms have private decks and some have hot tubs and working fireplaces. The Magnolia Room has a four-poster bed and overlooks the swimming pool.
A full Southern-style breakfast is included in the rates, and snacks are available throughout the day. For other meals, guests can try home-style Southern cooking at Mrs. Wilkes, a five-minute walk north of the hotel.
