Whitemarsh Island

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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Top hotels in Whitemarsh Island

Hyatt Regency Savannah

Hyatt Regency Savannah

4 out of 5
2 W Bay St Savannah GA
The price is P6,296 per night from Jan 15 to Jan 16
P6,296
P9,299 total
Jan 15 - Jan 16
includes taxes & 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! (3,544 reviews)
Amazing staff amazing room perfect location cannot wait to be back.

Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026

Hyatt Regency Savannah
Marriott Savannah Riverfront

Marriott Savannah Riverfront

4 out of 5
100 General Mcintosh Blvd Savannah GA
The price is P12,977 per night from Jan 14 to Jan 15
P12,977
P15,279 total
Jan 14 - Jan 15
includes taxes & 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! (2,280 reviews)
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Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026

Marriott Savannah Riverfront
The Desoto Savannah

The Desoto Savannah

4 out of 5
15 East Liberty Street Savannah GA
The price is P20,212 per night from Feb 13 to Feb 14
P20,212
P24,039 total
Feb 13 - Feb 14
includes taxes & 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! (2,850 reviews)
Very friendly front desk staff! Room 321: Bathtub/shower area was not thoroughly cleaned prior to my stay (Hair in tub) No fridge & no microwave in the room :( Overall good stay

Reviewed on Jan 5, 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
The price is P5,985 per night from Jan 20 to Jan 21
P5,985
P8,942 total
Jan 20 - Jan 21
includes taxes & 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
The price is P10,527 per night from Jan 19 to Jan 20
P10,527
P14,846 total
Jan 19 - Jan 20
includes taxes & 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! (1,000 reviews)
Fabulous stay, again!

Reviewed on Jan 6, 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
The price is P12,740 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
P12,740
P17,459 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
includes taxes & 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! (1,461 reviews)
Our stay was fabulous!! Loved our room, great location, staff was so polite and helpful, really appreciated the 30.00 meal vouchers, used them all and the food was fabulous, loved the lobby displays and location of hotel is so accessible to everything else on the Riverfront. We have stayed here twice ...

Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026

JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
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Other neighbourhoods 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

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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