Savannah Hilton Head International Airport: where to stay, areas and…

Savannah/Hilton Head International is about 17 km from the Historic District, 20-25 minutes by taxi: this isn't an airport where it pays to stay close if you've come to see the city. Anyone with a morning flight or a short connection, or traveling for work near Pooler, finds it convenient to stay near the airport. Those here for the shaded squares, the Georgian-style houses and River Street do better to sleep right in the historic center, steps from everything and with no need for a car in the evenings.

Airport area

Free hotel shuttle, 1-2 miles and 5 minutes from the terminal.

Best for: Anyone with a dawn flight, a short connection or a work commitment near Pooler.

Pros

Free shuttle at almost all hotels
Free parking, convenient for those arriving by car

Cons

20-25 minutes from the historic center
Commercial area, none of Savannah's atmosphere

Recommended hotels in this area

Hilton Garden Inn Savannah Airport: 5 minutes from the terminal with a free shuttle, handy for anyone who just wants to sleep near the airport.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Savannah Airport: Suites with hot breakfast and an evening reception with free drinks, indoor pool.
Hampton Inn & Suites Savannah-Airport: A mile from the terminal, with a free shuttle and breakfast included.

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Historic District

City centre · Taxi or rideshare, about 20-25 minutes from the terminal, a flat fare to the historic center.

Best for: Anyone here for the tree-lined squares, the museums and walking tours of the historic center.

Pros

Walking distance from squares, museums and the City Market
Many B&Bs in period houses with a garden

Cons

Narrow streets and little parking
Higher prices on event weekends

Recommended hotels in this area

Hampton Inn & Suites Savannah Historic District: Walking distance from River Street and the City Market, with free breakfast.
The Brice, a Kimpton Hotel: A former Coca-Cola factory converted into a boutique hotel, with an inner courtyard and a nightly wine hour.

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River Street

Neighbourhood · The same distance from the terminal as the historic center, about 20-25 minutes by taxi.

Best for: Anyone who wants the riverfront with shops and bars right outside, without moving around in the evening.

Pros

On the cobblestones of River Street, steps from the riverboats and the bars
River views from many rooms

Cons

Evening foot traffic can be noisy
Uneven cobblestones, not very comfortable with travel trolleys

Recommended hotels in this area

Olde Harbour Inn: Suites in an 1892 cotton warehouse right on River Street, with breakfast included.
The Cotton Sail Hotel Savannah, Tapestry Collection by Hilton: Another former cotton warehouse brought back to life, with a rooftop bar and river views.

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