Sonesta Essential Savannah

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Sonesta ES Suites
7.8 (470 reviews)
480 Al Henderson Boulevard , Savannah , us

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
Private check-in/check-out
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good value for money
Cons:
Issues with cleanliness
Problems with breakfast quality

Categories

Cleanliness
7.3
Overall cleanliness was praised, but some specific issues were noted in the bathroom and with the curtains.
Service
8.8
Staff was consistently described as friendly and accommodating.
Location
7.8
Location was decent but not ideal for those wanting to be downtown, with some reviews mentioning distance.
Room Quality
7.3
Some rooms were noted as clean but issues like noise and odd decor were highlighted.
Amenities
7.8
Basic amenities were present, but several issues reported with fitness equipment and elevators.
Value for Money
8.8
Generally considered good value for the price, especially given the positive aspects of the stay.
Food and Beverage
6.8
Breakfast was criticized for quality, with some finding it inedible.
Overall Experience
7.8
Overall experience was positive, with intentions to return indicated by some guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 00:36

Property Description

Charming Boutique Hotel in Savannah

Luxurious Accommodations: Indulge in comfort with flat-screen TVs, microwaves, and refrigerators in every room. Upgrade to a suite for a cozy sofa bed.

Convenient Amenities: Start your day with a complimentary continental breakfast and stay active at our on-site fitness centre. Enjoy the ease of free parking during your stay.

Prime Location: Explore nearby attractions such as Oglethorpe Mall and Hunter Army Airfield, just a short distance away.

Book your stay at The Grand Savannah Hotel for a memorable experience in Savannah!

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

Please note that this hotel offers customizable facilities for disabled guests; please contact for further details.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SAV

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children 17 years old stay for US$20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 470 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.3
Service: 8.8
Location: 7.8
Room Quality: 7.3
Amenities: 7.8
Value for Money: 8.8
Food and Beverage: 6.8
Overall Experience: 7.8
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Michael • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

A basic motel but it was clean and tidy and I had no issues. Good value for the money paid. I'd stay there again.

2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Chad • couple • us
9
Pros:

Friendly staff
Good breakfast
Jaccuzi room!

2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Benchina • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Shamaya • couple • us
5
Pros:

breakfast was fine , your regular hotel breakfast. It was near a-lot of stores, and gas stations

Cons:

The hotel looked updated on the outside but the inside(rooms) needs work! VERY outdated. the paint /tiles were missing from our shower floor. The key card did not work everytime we left the room we had to get a new card. I GUESS its ok for the price but. Probably wouldnt stay again, or atleast for more than 1 night

2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Deidra • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Chris • solo_traveller • at
7
Needs to get professional technician to maintain, not happy amateurs
Pros:

The staff did what they could to operate the hotel. The building was recently renovated. The breakfast was reasonably good. The location just off the interstate is fantastic.

Cons:

The staff does not have the technical and organisational knowledge and resources to maintain the hotel and repair the facilities. Everything that breaks is not being repaired but somehow psyched together. The showers may be leaking water, so they just throw some paint on the shower base to stop the leak right now. The AC is broken? Just turn it off and on again, works for 5 minutes, then it fails again. TVs work without remote control, door key card terminals don't work, so just insert the card 20 times until it unlocks. The problem is not that they don't want to maintain it, but they don't have a clue what they are doing. Seems to be an extended Indian family trying to run a hotel, but they just don't know how to.

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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misty • couple • us
5
Disappointing
Pros:

Staff was friendly and helpful

Cons:

The facility appear to be recently updated. The exterior and the hallways were, but the room was not very clean. There was mold in the shower and several other little details that just didn't meet my expectations for this chain.

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • couple • us
10
Pros:

Clean,staff was friendly good breakfast

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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lynda • couple • us
8
Pros:

Nice room, although a bit dated. Very nice manager, Abhi… extremely helpful. Breakfast was quite good. Especially liked the fresh yogurt machine! Excellent value for the money… good location, right off the highway. Clean.

Cons:

Bathroom light/fan was quite noisy.

2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Nilson • solo_traveller • us
10
Nice hotel.
Pros:

Clean, remodeled.

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Teana • couple • us
10
2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Kira • family_with_children • us
9
Very pleasant and quiet!
Pros:

I like the location and also everything was neat and clean! Perfect for me and my family! The staff was very friendly and approachable anytime! I will go back again!

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Travis • couple • us
8
Great place, will definitely make this hotel a frequent stop!!
Pros:

The facelift the property received changed the entire persona (for the better) of the hotel!! The staff made it feel like coming home. Room was clean and sanitary! The spa tub was amazing after a long day of being on the move!!!

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Adriana • couple • us
6
2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Washington • couple • us
8
Had a nice, quiet stay!
Pros:

The facility was clean, the staff were friendly. We enjoyed our quiet stay there.

Cons:

The breakfast options were limited even though they offered hot breakfast. Could use improvement.

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Adriana • couple • us
7
2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Nilson • solo_traveller • us
10
Sole business traveler
Pros:

Remodeled, very clean.

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Fisk • couple • us
8
Good value $$
Pros:

Clean & simple, breakfast was ok

Cons:

Our AC needed to be looked at by one of the hotel staff because it wasn’t operating properly but they fixed it

2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Nathan • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Aurelio • couple • us
8
2026-01-23 • via Nuitee