Savannah College of Art and Design - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Forsyth Park - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
SCAD Museum of Art - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
River Street - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Savannah Convention Center - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
Getting around
Savannah - Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) - 18 min drive
Hilton Head Island Airport (HHH) - 56 min drive
Savannah Station - 9 min drive
Savannah Amtrak Station - 10 min drive
Restaurants
Savannah Taphouse - 7 min walk
Savannah Coffee Roasters - 5 min walk
Hitch - 1 min walk
Crystal Beer Parlor - 8 min walk
The Collins Quarter - 5 min walk
About this property
The Desoto Savannah
The Desoto Savannah features a rooftop terrace and puts you just steps from Savannah College of Art and Design. After visiting the fitness center for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at one of the 2 restaurants or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. An outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a snack bar/deli are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
246 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 3:30 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
Up to 3 children (16 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 35 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite valet parking (USD 45.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11 AM
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Coffee shop
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Children's menu
Working away
Meeting rooms
Conference space (19999 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Facilities
Built in 1968
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
Television in common areas
Fitness center
An outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Reception hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Assistive listening devices available
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
Edgar's Proof & Provision - This gastropub serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
Buffalo Bayou - Onsite coffee shop. Open daily.
1540 Room - This restaurant specializes in farm to table cuisine. Open select days.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
1.89 percent destination fee will be charged
Optional extras
Local cuisine breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10.00 to 25.00 per person
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
Parking
Valet parking costs USD 45.00 per night with in/out privileges
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
DeSoto Hotel Savannah
DeSoto Hotel
DeSoto Savannah
The DeSoto
The Desoto Savannah Hotel
The Desoto Savannah Savannah
The Desoto Savannah Hotel Savannah
Frequently asked questions
Does The Desoto Savannah offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Desoto Savannah does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Desoto Savannah?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Desoto Savannah?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 35 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 150 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The Desoto Savannah?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 45.00 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Desoto Savannah?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 3:30 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Desoto Savannah and nearby?
The Desoto Savannah has an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
Are there restaurants at or near The Desoto Savannah?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring farm to table cuisine.
What's the area around The Desoto Savannah like?
The Desoto Savannah is in Historic Downtown Savannah, a short 12-minute walk from River Street and 7 minutes' walk from Forsyth Park. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 29, 2024
Marc R
Marc R, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 28, 2024
Beautiful hotel in Old Savannah
Devin
Devin, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 26, 2024
Carol
Carol, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 25, 2024
It was overpriced for the condition of it.
The toilet made loud screaming sounds off and on every ten to twenty minutes. Everything was cracked and in poor condition in the bathroom.
Kirsten
Kirsten, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 23, 2024
Great location.
Verified traveler
3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 22, 2024
I loved my stay. Best location and the hotel was great. The only issue (which is small) I called before I booked and wanted a hotel with a heated pool. They said they had a heated pool but when I arrived the pool was freezing and they said they do not have a heated pool.
Dana
Dana, 2-night business trip
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 19, 2024
The Desoto - Great location and vibe.
This was my fourth stay at The Desoto. The location is perfect. The rooms are a bit banged up, but clean and comfortable. I wouldn't hesitate to stay again.
Lisa
Lisa, 5-night trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 18, 2024
Overall nice stay
Front desk staff were wonderful. The room was a standard hotel room. Great views though. The plumbing was very loud from the rooms above us. Valet did get pen on the center armrest of our car, which we noticed after we left. :/ Overall, it was a nice stay, but would probably stay elsewhere next time.
Lauren
Lauren, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 16, 2024
Staff was ok. The people working the kiosk for coffee and snacks did not care if you were there or not. Room looked clean, bed comfy, no bedbugs, but mattress had a little mold on it- but it’s in moist Savannah. The hot water thing for coffee didn’t work, no fridge for leftovers, ceiling and walls marked up, but we were actually satisfied because we were hardly in the room except to sleep.
ronne
ronne, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 14, 2024
Will stay here again
We loved this hotel. Location is great to walk everywhere in Savannah. Food was good, staff was good. Overall just a great experience.
Kylle
Kylle, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 13, 2024
Good drinks, nice pool and great atmosphere
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3-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 11, 2024
LORI
LORI, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2024
John D.
John D., 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 8, 2024
Average stay. The $75 per night deposit for what the hotel offers seems steep. Rooms and facilities could use some TLC. Emergency alarm went off at 3:30 AM one morning and hotel staff did not seem to have a good protocol in place which was concerning. Good, walkable area to most things in downtown Savannah.
Kaitlin
Kaitlin, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 7, 2024
Ersan
Ersan, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 7, 2024
Ersan
Ersan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 6, 2024
Dennis
Dennis, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2024
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2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2024
Enjoyable stay. Staff was amazing
Chris
Chris, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 2, 2024
Excellent hotel
The only reason I didn’t give 5 stars is because there was no free self parking available.
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3-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good
Oct 31, 2024
Alex
Alex, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 30, 2024
Vered
Vered, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 27, 2024
Great stay! This was our second time staying at this hotel and we love it. It’s got great amenities, and it’s centrally located to so much great stuff! And there is good food, drink and a coffee shop on site. Can’t beat it.