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River Street Inn

3 stars
124 East Bay Street, Savannah, GA 31401
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.2
out of 5
181 reviews
Lovely relocating trip

I did not feel that the bed was 100% comfortable. My overall experience was amazing. View, location... See full review

  • Soon to be Mrs. E
  • Feb 26, 2013
Great hotel

Very nice rooms, the beds were comfy. The view on either side was great and the hotel's location... See full review

  • Keeto
  • Dec 10, 2012
Riverfront hotel in Savannah’s historic district

Originally a storehouse for cotton during the 1800s--when Savannah's waterfront boasted a bustling cotton exchange--River Street Inn sits on a bluff overlooking the Savannah River. The inn comprises five floors wrapped around a central atrium. Throughout the property, antique furniture and period décor create an old-world ambiance with modern conveniences. The inn's central location at the north end of Savannah's historic district puts guests within easy walking distance to the bars and restaurants of River and Broughton Streets.

Highlights
  • Great location overlooking River Street and the Savannah River
  • Trolley tours of Savannah's historic district stop outside the hotel
  • Walking distance to many downtown bars, restaurants and attractions
Rooms

Southern ambiance permeates the inn's décor with antique and antebellum-style furnishings. Each room has its own personality, from hardwood floors and four-poster beds to plush carpeting and wrought-iron headboards. All 86 rooms overlook the Savannah River or downtown Savannah. Watch large ocean freighters ply the busy port river from French-style balconies found in some rooms.

Features

Built in 1817 out of ballast stones left by visiting ships, the first two floors of the inn make up a section of Factor's Walk--a network of narrow streets, alleys and bridges that supported one of the South's busiest cotton ports. Numerous restaurants, bars, shops and tour options surround the hotel. Visit Huey's Southern Café for low country favorites like shrimp, oysters and fried green tomatoes. Guests can buy tickets for trolley tours of the city or river cruises from the front desk. A complimentary evening guest reception with wine and hors d'oeuvres is held Monday to Saturday. A fitness center with professional-grade cardio equipment is located onsite.

Transportation
  • Savannah/Hilton Head Airport
Attractions
  • River Street
  • Owens-Thomas House
  • Forsyth Park
  • City Market
  • Factor's Walk

River Street Inn Rooms

STANDARD - GUEST_ROOM
Rooms overlook Savannah's popular Historic District, with spacious, tall ceilings and comfortable furnishings, including a seating area with wing-back chairs and ottom, flat-screen tv and all the modern conveniences.
STANDARD - GUEST_ROOM
Rooms overlook the Savannah River, with spacious, tall ceilings and comfortable furnishings, including a seating area with wing-back chairs and ottoman, flat-screen tv and all the modern conveniences.

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
  • Smoke-free policy
General
Smoke-free policy
Concierge
Activities
Health club
Dining
Restaurant
Services
Conference facilities
Internet
Wireless internet
Accessibility
Handicapped rooms/facilities

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Hotel Map

32.0804 -81.0895
Area served
Savannah
Nearby airports
The Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport is located 18 minutes away.
Area description
River Street Inn is located at the origin of Savannah's National Historic Landmark District and set proudly in the center of Savannah's Historic River Walk. Interstate 95, Interstate 16, and Hwy 80 link the city.

Dining

Huey's New Orleans Style Cafe
Offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner and is located on the first floor.
Tubby's Seafood, Salads & Sandwiches
A unique, casual atmosphere with hardwood floors and a covered, open-air balcony overlooking Savannah's famous River Street.
Bernie's BBQ & Seafood
Offers lunch and dinner.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1600
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (181)

Ratings and reviews for River Street Inn

Overall score

4.2 / 5
181 out of 181
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4.4
Hotel staff:
4.4
Room comfort:
4.2
Location:
4.8
Value:
4.2

97% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

5
KmacGville
Greenville, SC, USA
Mar 5, 2012

Perfect Location with Character

Right in the heart of downtown Savannah on River St, historical building with spacious room and all at a reasonable price. Will definatelty stay here again and highly recommend.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of River Street Inn

Reviewer score

5
Retired Cop
North Carolina, USA
Feb 29, 2012

Savannah Trip

The hotel is in the perfect location to experience all that historic Savannah has to offer. Sitting on the river front and adjacent to many shops, Restaurantsand Pubs eliminated the need to drive. The Old Savannah 3 hour tour was very informative and a great way to see the areas you would like to further enjoy by walking. The most impressive thing to me is the the locals are genuinely friendly, you can feel there interest in making you feel comfortable. THAT IS THEIR CULTURE, YOU CANNOT FAKE THAT...... i WILL RETURN SOON AS I CAN....

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Ruth Crisp's Steakhouse is a fine dining establishment that is truely just that. Food and service is excellent..

Review of River Street Inn

Reviewer score

2
ETTB
Fort Rucker, AL, USA
Feb 26, 2012

Location Trade Off

Location was excellent. Right on the Savannah River walk with a perfect view. Adjacent to restaurants and shopping in tourist area. Short walk to all attractions. No hair dryer or iron/ironing board. Had to check out at main desk. Ice machines did not always work. Bed was extremely uncomfortable and pillows were worn out. Maids were loud in the hallways in the early mornings. No consideration for guests. Staff complained about management in public. Took 2 days to get a lightbulb replacement after asking 3 personnel. Parking was across the street in a public parking garage. Was not given a parking garage pass the 1st day. Would not stay at this hotel again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
2
Location:
5
Value:
3
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Can't beat Elizabeth's on 37th Street. Pricey but excellent service and food. Great place for that special occasion.

Review of River Street Inn

Reviewer score

4
hatchet
Hartselle, AL, USA
Feb 14, 2012

breakfast

The only problem is they need continental breakfast but other than that it is in a good location to everything. i will book them again when returning to Savannah

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

need to have better parking for hotel guests

Review of River Street Inn

Reviewer score

4
Red Prince
Milton, Georgia
Feb 13, 2012

Valentine's Weekend Stay

Overall, the weekend was fine. There is limited parking available to unload/load luggage at the beginning and end of the stay because of the location. Parking was a block away in a parking garage. The historical area of Savannah was very convenient given the location. Many fine eating estaglishments within easy walking distance.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

The Mercer House, a significant historical home, was within several blocks, which made it easy to see.

Review of River Street Inn

Reviewer score

3
Drew E
Tampa, FL, USA
Feb 7, 2012

Great Location, but lacking in some areas.

Arrived for a late check in and was promptly given my room in which the key card did not work. Needless to say, we were reassigned to another room which ended up having 2 full size instead of 1 queen. My girlfriend didn't want me making a big deal out of it, so I stayed mum and dealt with it. I had what were probably the 2 worst nights sleep of my life. The headboards on the beds in my room had a horrible gap which made sleeping even more difficult. That being said, the location of the hotel was superb and the pink house and other popular destinations are less than a block or two away. If you do not eat at Huey's (just outside) then you are missing out! Staff was friendly and everything was fairly clean. This place has a very out of your face feeling to it (which is good). Noise was not an issue for me, despite complaints from some reviewers. Would I stay here again? Hard to say... For the price I feel I should have just listened to my girlfriend and just gotten a average hotel that was out of the way of everything. At the rate I paid I feel some emphasis should have been put on what I originally requested. I feel penalized for a bad battery in a locking mechanism. While the trip was still fairly amazing, I feel the initial room issues sorta of took away from how great it could have been.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
2
Location:
4
Value:
3
Dining tip: In Hotel

Eat at Huey's. Its pretty much in the hotel and has some of the most amazing food. TRY THE BEIGNETS!!!

Review of River Street Inn

Reviewer score

5
Elletraveler
Augusta, GA, USA
Feb 6, 2012

Relaxing Stay

The hotel was in the perfect location for sightseeing and eating at great restaurants. The River view room was clean and relaxing. The hotel staff was extremely friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay at this beautiful, historic location again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Wear comfortable shoes & there are so many great choices for dining within walking distance.

Review of River Street Inn

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Roswell, GA
Jan 18, 2012

Great Location

Historic building in the heart of tourist district. Believe all the good things others have said about it. Rooms were nice. Free wine and snacks each night are a nice touch. Elevator didn't work when we arrived but they fixed it later. We got a good last minute price which is a added bonus.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of River Street Inn

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Atlanta, GA
Oct 17, 2011

River Stree Inn- Great Location, Wonderful Staff, AWESOME Happy Hour!

The River Street Inn was perfect and in the best location Savannah has. The happy hour was seriously the best happy hour of any hotel EVER. I will certainly be going back.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of River Street Inn

Reviewer score

4
John S.
Altamonte Springs, FL, USA
Sep 13, 2011

River Street Inn, Sept. 2011

Everything was great: location, historic inn, cleanliness, well appointed rooms - except the parking arrangements. The parking garage was two city blocks away.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
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