Savannah, Georgia, is one of the oldest and most popular cities in the southern United States. Founded in 1733, the city has historic buildings and unique architecture that attract people from around the world. In 1966, the federal government designated downtown Savannah a National Historic District, ensuring that the city center would be preserved for future generations. The city also has modern attractions, including public gardens and cultural festivals. Sailing and boating are popular recreation activities in Savannah, which hosted the sailing competitions during the 1996 Summer Olympics. Visitors will find hotels and a water park in or near Savannah.
One popular accommodation in Savannah is the River Street Inn, a five-story historic inn that overlooks Savannah's riverfront. The inn has 86 rooms with four-poster beds, hardwood floors and balconies with views of the Savannah River. Other amenities include a gym, spa and several restaurants.
River Street Inn
124 E. Bay Street
Savannah, GA 31401
912-2346400
riverstreetinn.com
Larger and more luxurious accommodations can be found at the Mansion on Forsyth Park, a hotel with 126 rooms and suites in a restored Victorian mansion in the heart of the city's historic district. Amenities include a spa, an outdoor pool, an art gallery with 400 pieces of original artwork, and an in-house cooking school. The hotel overlooks Forsyth Park in Savannah's city center.
The Mansion on Forsyth Park
700 Drayton Street
Savannah, GA 31401
912-721-1123
mansionforsythpark.com
Travelers looking for a more modern and affordable hotel can try the Hyatt Regency Savannah. Situated on River Front Plaza, the hotel is close to the city's historic district and the shopping and financial areas. This modern hotel has 351 guestrooms as well as meeting rooms, a fitness center, swimming pool, coffee shop, and concierge service.
Hyatt Regency Savannah
2 W. Bay Street
Savannah, GA 31401
912-238-1234
savannah.hyatt.com
Visitors to Savannah can enjoy the Summer Waves Water Park, which is located on Jekyll Island, about a 60-minute drive from the Savannah airport. The water park covers 11 acres and has water slides and pools for children and adults. Water slides include Pirate's Passage, a five-story, 300-foot slide, and Nature's Revenge, a 40-foot slide that has 360-degree turns. There is also a splash pool and kiddie park for younger children.
Summer Waves Water Park
210 South Riverview Drive
Jekyll Island, GA 31527
912-635-2074
jekyllisland.com
