Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District

Nestled on the vibrant Ellis Square, Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District seamlessly merges the old and new. Its building is known to locals as the Grand Lady on the Bay. Formerly a dry goods storage house and shop that belonged to mega-merchant Simon Guckenheimer, nowadays it houses a charming lobby and individually-designed rooms with stylish furnishings. The hotel is just a few steps away from Savannah's attractions, making it the perfect starting place to explore the city. To make the guests' stay comfortable, each room features a spa-like bathroom with a bathtub, a coffee maker, air conditioning, a high-definition TV, and complimentary Wi-Fi.

• Start the day well with a hot breakfast featuring eggs with bacon or sausage.
• Explore the neighborhood with the vibrant City Market crowded with local artisans and musicians.
• Stay fit and get your workout at the hotel's fitness center.
• Relax with a cocktail at the Five Oaks Restaurant & Bar and chat with friends or meet other travelers.
• Bring Fido along to this pet-friendly hotel, with a maximum of two pets per room.

Savannah, Georgia: Historical Mansions and a Lively River Walk

Founded in 1733 as Georgia's first town, Savannah is not only one of the most graceful cities in the South but also one the most historic. The old but well-preserved architecture landed it on Forbes’s 2011 list of America's Best Downtowns, and Travel + Leisure dubbed it one of the top cities in the United States and Canada in 2013. The city's 22 famous public squares play host to some famous landmarks, such as antebellum-era houses framed by moss-covered oak trees. Head to Oglethorpe Square to see the Owens-Thomas House, an English Regency–style mansion completed in 1819 that now serves as a museum; tours here depart from the original carriage house and go past its charming English-style parterre garden.

Another relic of Savannah's past, River Street curves for about a mile along Savannah River's south bank. The cobblestone walkways are lined with 100-year-old cotton warehouses that have been converted into antique shops, brewpubs, and galleries. A short walk west of River Street will take you to the City Market, a four-block public meeting space on the edge of downtown.