Holiday Inn Express Savannah - Historic District

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Holiday Inn Express
8.6 (1562 reviews)
199 East Bay Street , Savannah , US
+1 912-231-9000

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent central location — walking distance to River Street and historic squares
Friendly, helpful staff (front desk specifically praised)
Clean/bright rooms reported by many guests
Good breakfast (some reports of eggs and varied choices)
24-hour coffee and on-site amenities (rooftop pool noted)
Comfortable, well-appointed property (reported by several guests)
Cons:
High parking costs and valet charge discrepancies
Some rooms have very firm beds and limited views
Occasional bathroom maintenance issues (clogged drains, missing shower curtain)
Thin/worn linens and 1-ply toilet paper reported
Mixed breakfast quality for some guests (lack of variety/fruit)
Reports of odor in a few rooms and incorrect charges at checkout

Categories

Cleanliness
7.5
Generally reported as bright and clean in many reviews, but some guests noted bathroom maintenance issues (clogged drains, missing shower curtain), thin/worn sheets and occasional odor — mixed cleanliness experience.
Service
9.8
Staff repeatedly described as friendly, helpful and attentive (front desk praised, specifically Miss Wanda); occasional valet/customer-service hiccups were reported but typically resolved.
Location
10
Consistently highlighted as excellent — central to Historic Downtown, within walking distance to River Street, squares and attractions; best-reviewed aspect of the property.
Room Quality
7.8
Room quality varied: several guests loved their rooms, one called the room fantastic, while others reported very firm beds, small/undesirable views, missing in-room coffee pot, and some worn/thin linens.
Amenities
9
Many positive notes: 24-hour coffee, solid breakfast, rooftop pool and overall good on-site amenities; parking/valet availability and cost are consistent drawbacks.
Value for Money
6.5
Multiple guests felt the price was high for what was offered (complaints about parking fees, room category mislabeling and overall price vs. experience).
Food and Beverage
8.5
Breakfast receives mixed-to-positive feedback: several guests praised a good/free breakfast (eggs and choices), while others found the breakfast weak or lacking variety/fruit.
Overall Experience
9.7
Overall stays were viewed positively — excellent location and friendly staff led many to say they'd stay again despite some issues (parking costs, occasional room/maintenance problems).
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:20

Property Description

Luxurious Riverfront Hotel in Savannah

Scenic Views and Convenient Amenities
Located in the heart of Savannah, our hotel offers stunning views of the Savannah River. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast buffet and relax by the rooftop swimming pool overlooking the city.

Comfortable Rooms and Modern Facilities
Each room at the Holiday Inn Express Savannah is well-equipped with a microwave, refrigerator, desk, and a flat-screen TV. Our guests also have access to a fitness center and a business center for their convenience.

Explore Historic Sites and Entertainment
Situated near River Street, guests can easily explore the city's historic attractions, shops, and dining options. Don't forget to visit the nearby Bonaventure Cemetery for a unique cultural experience.

Book your stay now at our riverside hotel and make the most of your Savannah getaway!

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card are required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 1562 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.5
Service: 9.8
Location: 10
Room Quality: 7.8
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 6.5
Food and Beverage: 8.5
Overall Experience: 9.7
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Larry • extended_group • us
7
I would stay here again
Pros:

Excellent location for visits to Hustoric Downtown Savannah. Walking distance to river front, shopping and historic squares. But public and private transportation is available nearby.

Cons:

Room had river view, able to watch cargo ships come and go.

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Lynn • extended_group • us
8
Nice place. Next time we will stay closer to all the shops. We walked 4 miles a day, just shopping a
Pros:

Clean! Nice breakfast!

Cons:

No exhaust fan. Thin worn sheets. Toliet paper too thin.

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Roger • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Location

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Terrell • couple • us
9
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Hilliker • family_with_children • us
10
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Carol • extended_group • us
9
Pros:

Location and very friendly staff

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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suzanne • couple • us
10
Everyone was friendly and helpful , and the location was perfect for a walking vacation in Savannah
Pros:

Great location to walk everywhere

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Rhonda • extended_group • us
10
The staff was exceptional and the hotel had a cozy feel with 24 hr coffee and breakfast
Pros:

Perfect location

Cons:

Parking but I knew there wouldn’t be much parking that close to the river

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Moira • couple • us
7
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Edna • family_with_children • us
9
2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Diane • family_with_children • us
9
One Night in Savannah
Pros:

Miss Wanda at the front desk is a gem. The property was very comfortable and well appointed. Breakfast actually included eggs instead of the typical carb fest. Location is great.

Cons:

There was a snafu with the valet and that young man could have used some customer service training. But it was all resolved. To be fair, I think the valet service is contracted out to another company.

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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William • family_with_children • us
8
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Expensive parking

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Bryant • family_with_children • us
8
Pros:

The location

Cons:

The cost to park

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Gilley • couple • us
10
Pros:

Location was great and staff was amazing. So helpful and friendly

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Cfrazier • couple • us
10
2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Cuccia • couple • it
8
Pros:

La posizione

Cons:

La colazione

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Adrienne • solo_traveller • us
5
Pros:

Close to river and attractions

Cons:

The bed is ridiculously firm, 1 ply toilet paper, no coffee pot in room (they have 24 hr available) which i find ridiculous. And my superior king that I booked through this app had a tiny view of the parking garage behind the hotel.
I was told by front desk that this is standard room and is unsure why booking.com has it as superior which after paying close to $300 for an overnight was NOT worth it

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Ray • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Location was great, everything was within walking distance. The hotel had 24/7 vallet . Does cost extra but definitely worth it. The hotel was very clean and the free breakfast was very good.

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Kathy • couple • us
8
Pros:

Location, nice breakfast.

Cons:

The email sent to me prior to check in stated valet parking was $39/night and we were charged $48. Also, there was public parking right next to the hotel which I wish we had been told about.

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee