29+ Hotels in Savannah GA Ideal for Bringing the Family: B&Bs, On the Water, Budget and More

A weekend in Savannah, GA, is one of our favorite and easiest getaways. Georgia’s oldest city is charming, affordable, historic – and the famous Leopold’s Ice Cream is worth the drive on its own! With a children’s museum, dolphin and boat tours, a state park and a beach nearby, it’s a perfect place to take the family. Lucky for us (and you!), there are dozens of kid-friendly accommodations and hotels in Savannah GA.

Whether you want to stay in the historic district and walk to major attractions, bed down with nature in a state park or campground, enjoy a boutique hotel or wake up with the sound of waves at the beach, there’s a perfect place for you and your crew in this historic Georgia city.

HOTELS IN SAVANNAH GA WITH VIEWS OF THE SAVANNAH RIVER

Living in the landlocked city of Atlanta, when I’m traveling I always look for water views when possible. I’m in luck in Savannah, as several properties have views of the Savannah River to watch the ships of the sea go by. And of course, they are right by Savannah’s famous River Street.

OLDE HARBOUR INN

A stay at this historic inn includes a complimentary wine and cheese reception nightly for the grownups, free snow cones for the kids, and nightly turndown service with ice cream treats. It has 24 rooms. Free wifi, breakfast available.

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MARRIOTT SAVANNAH RIVERFRONT

This 387-room property, right on the river, recently underwent a full renovation. Outdoor pool, breakfast available, connecting rooms available.

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HOTEL INDIGO SAVANNAH HISTORIC DISTRICT

Guests rave that hotel staff made their children feel special at this 252-room hotel housed in a historic building. Free wifi, free cribs/infant beds.

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THE COTTON SAIL HOTEL

Housed in a cotton warehouse from the 1800s, some of the 56 rooms at The Cotton Sail have balconies overlooking the river. Free wifi, restaurant, free cribs/infant beds.

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RIVER STREET INN

The 86 guest rooms of this historic property have views of the Savannah River to the north and the historic district to the south. Free wifi, breakfast available.

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HYATT REGENCY SAVANNAH

You’re within walking distance of just about every attraction when you stay at this 351-room hotel. Indoor pool, breakfast available, free wifi, free cribs/infant beds, refrigerator.

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MORE UNIQUE DOWNTOWN HOTELS

These properties are in the heart of Savannah, close to attractions like River Street, City Market, Savannah’s Children’s Museum, the Juliette Gordon Low birthplace and the Georgia State Railroad Museum.

They are also close to Savannah’s famous squares, like Lafayette Square, and not far from Leopold’s Ice Cream and Spanky’s Pizza Gallery, home to the original chicken finger.

ANDAZ SAVANNAH

This Hyatt property is located in the heart of the Savannah Riverwalk District, 3 minutes’ walk from riverfront boutiques and restaurants along the Savannah River. Modern-style features include an outdoor pool, a farm-to-table restaurant, and free WiFi.

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THE THUNDERBIRD INN

Originally built in 1964, The Thunderbird Inn has been updated but kept its retro vibe. The kids will love the hot popcorn they receive at check-in and the complimentary MoonPies and RC Cola in the rooms. The King Suite is a good option for kids, and you can impress them with your mad typing skills on the vintage typewriter in the room. Breakfast available, free wifi, refrigerator, connecting rooms available.

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PRINTMAKER’S INN

This Victorian mansion is right on Forsyth Park. Ask for the Button Suite on the first floor. With two bedrooms, a foldout couch, fridge, living room and private patio, it’s a great choice for families. Free wifi.

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EVEN MORE UNIQUE DOWNTOWN SAVANNAH OPTIONS

• TRYP by Wyndham Savannah Downtown/Historic District – Indoor pool, free wifi, free cribs/infant beds, refrigerator
• The DeSoto – Outdoor pool, free wifi, breakfast available
• East Bay Inn – Free wifi, breakfast available
• Kimpton Brice Hotel Savannah – Outdoor pool, free wifi, breakfast available, free cribs/infant beds, connecting rooms available
• The Marshall House – Free wifi, breakfast available
• Planters Inn – Free wifi, free continental breakfast

STAY IN A PIECE OF HISTORY AT THESE SAVANNAH BED AND BREAKFASTS THAT WELCOME KIDS

With fragile antiques, expensive furnishings and primarily adult clientele, a bed and breakfast is sometimes the opposite of a kid-friendly place to stay. But there are several charming Savannah accommodations where children are welcome.

Several are historic properties, giving you a chance to slip a little United States history lesson into your stay while enjoying southern hospitality.

AMETHYST GARDEN INN

This lovely historic Victorian home, brimming with southern charm, has several rooms. With two bedrooms and a sitting area, the Hydrangea Suite is a good choice for families. Everyone will enjoy the Southern-style breakfast served every morning.

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PRESIDENTS’ QUARTERS INN

The 16 suites at this 1855 inn are named after U.S. presidents who visited Savannah. (Great history lesson for the kids!) The inn welcomes families and has a variety of rooms to accommodate them (and Fido).

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BUDGET-FRIENDLY OPTIONS IN SAVANNAH FROM BRANDS YOU CAN TRUST

• Embassy Suites Savannah – Outdoor pool, free wifi, free cooked-to-order breakfast, kitchenette, connecting rooms available, sofa bed

• Hampton Inn Savannah Historic District – Here’s another spot where you receive warm chocolate chip cookies at check-in. Isn’t that the perfect way to greet guests? Works for me! Outdoor pool, free buffet breakfast, free wifi, microwave, refrigerator

• Hampton Inn Savannah Historic District – Here’s another spot where you receive warm chocolate chip cookies at check-in. Isn’t that the perfect way to greet guests? Works for me! Outdoor pool, free buffet breakfast, free wifi, microwave, refrigerator

• Hilton Garden Inn Historic District Savannah – Outdoor pool, free wifi, cribs/infant beds available, microwave, refrigerator.

• Holiday Inn Express Historic District Savannah – Outdoor pool, free buffet breakfast, free wifi, free cribs/infant beds, microwave, refrigerator, connecting rooms available

• Residence Inn by Marriott Savannah – Outdoor pool, free wifi, cribs/infant beds available, sofa bed, kitchen, microwave

• Staybridge Suites Historic Savannah District – Free buffet breakfast, free wifi, free cribs/infant beds, kitchen

• Best Western Savannah Historic District Hotel – Outdoor pool, free wifi, free hot/cold breakfast, refrigerator, connecting rooms available

• DoubleTree By Hilton Hotel Savannah Historic District – DoubleTrees always get a thumbs-up from our family for the warm chocolate cookies you receive at check-in. Outdoor pool, free wifi, breakfast available, refrigerator

• Springhill Suites by Marriott Savannah Downtown Historic District – Hot buffet breakfast is served each morning and free coffee is available in the lobby. Outdoor pool, fitness center

FAMILY-FRIENDLY CAMPGROUNDS AND RV PARKS IN AND NEAR SAVANNAH

RV parks and campgrounds can be great choices for lodging when you’re traveling with the family. They are easy on the budget, many outdoor activities are included, and this type of lodging in Savannah, GA, includes gorgeous sites with shady spots under giant oak trees draped in Spanish moss.

SKIDAWAY ISLAND STATE PARK

If a back-to-nature vacation is what you’re looking for, check out this 588-acre state park on Georgia’s Intracoastal Parkway. At Skidaway Island State Park, you can wander through maritime forests and salt marshes and you’ll spot critters like racoon, fiddler crabs and deer. Skidaway has 87 site-specific tent, trailer and RV campsites.

Groups of ten or more can stay in one of the three private pioneer campgrounds. The three camper cabins have a kitchen, air conditioning, bathroom, screened porch, master bedroom and kids’ sleeping loft. Yurts were also recently added here. Amenities include a volleyball court, three playgrounds and an interpretive center.

RED GATE CAMPGROUND

Located a few miles from downtown Savannah, this RV Park at Red Gate Farms has fishing ponds, nature trails, swimming pool, playground, beach volleyball court, fire pits and a clubhouse with a pool table. Other activities include horseback riding and bird watching. Tour Savannah on the Old Town Trolley that picks up here.

BILTMORE RV PARK

This campground at Biltmore RV Park, the closest to downtown Savannah, opened in 1958  and has a retro vide with an antique and collectibles store on site. You can access the city bus from here or pick up a trolley tour.

CREEKFIRE RESORT

Stay in a cabin, pitch a tent or park your RV at CreekFire Resort, about 20 minutes from downtown. The lakefront cabins include a loft, bedroom, kitchen and deck and can accommodate up to six people.

The camp has a vintage camper for rental that sleeps four. Amenities include a pool and hot tub, nature trail, boat rentals, tennis court, playground, bocce ball and regular social events.

RIVER’S END CAMPGROUND

Located on Tybee Island, River’s End Campground is a few blocks from the beach and about 15 minutes from downtown Savannah. Small cabins sleep up to six and the nine primitive tent sites have a tent pad, campfire ring and picnic table. The kids will love the large swimming pool.

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