Savannah Georgia Luxury Accommodation

Savannah is a great place to visit and explore.

We had a wonderful stay at the Savannah Hotel. Perry Lane Hotel. This was our first time visiting this charming city. It was difficult to leave this lovely hotel because it provided such an amazing experience in customer service.  We still found so much to love. Savannah has a lot to offer.We wandered around the city for 6 days. We ate our way through the city!

We got our first glimpse of the city when we took a tour. Old Savannah Trolley tour. We went back to the city and explored more squares and architecture. We explored the waterfront on land, and then took a paddlewheel tour. We even went to a bar one night. Jersey BoysShow at the Historic Savannah Theatre.

Traveling South from Toronto

In the winter, it was easy to travel south from Toronto.  When Canadians fled the cold, there were many more routes.  We could not find a direct flight to Savannah.  

We considered several options, but ultimately chose Washington DC.  We hoped Washington’s location was far enough south so that winter travel delays would not affect it.  We made sure we had enough time to make our connections, even if there were terminal changes.  Our return trip was delayed by a long time.

We took two short flights, one way each.  We only had 6 days to spend in Savannah, so we decided to only travel with carry-on luggage.  The smaller plane made packing a little harder!  We were very proud of ourselves for making it without having to visit the laundromat.

Our travel days were 8 hours long, with a flight time of 2.5 hours.  Next time, we will seriously consider taking a direct flight from Atlanta and renting a car.  We were exhausted but excited to start our luxury stay in Savannah.

Staying at the charming Perry Lane Hotel

We booked our 6-day stay in Savannah with the Perry Lane Hotel  All of our research suggested this Luxury Collection HotelIn the meantime, MarriottGroup is known for providing excellent customer service.  

On arrival, a glass of Champagne was presented to us.  There was even rosé bubbles for me!  We were a little early for the usual check-in time.  The front desk clerk apologized for the 10 minute wait and offered to buy us a drink at the bar – even as we stood with champagne in our hands!

We were escorted into our upgraded corner room.  The large shower, even without a tub, was a real treat.  The welcome amenity was a charcuterie plate, sweet treats, and a wine bottle.  This was only the beginning of the goodies we received!

The hotel confirmed any special requests by email.  David worked with hotel staff to plan a birthday surprise each day.  I got the best birthday cake ever!

You can also find out more about the following: Perry Lane HotelThe hotel was the perfect base for a luxurious stay in Savannah.

Amazing Customer ServiceOn Our Luxury Stay In Savannah

You can also find out more about the following: Perry Lane HotelIt was a five-star property and we expected great service.  This hotel exceeded our expectations at every interaction. What world class customer service looks and feels Like.

The staff at the Perry Lane HotelWe are empowered to delight our clients and to “make things right”.  When asked what they thought would be a good welcome gift, these chocoholics replied chocolate.  The next evening, a tray of delicious chocolates was delivered.  We received a box full of pralines after we asked why the hotel stopped providing them.  

When the supervisor of housekeeping checked our room, we were using our laptops on our laps.  He immediately ordered a chair, desk and coffee maker to be brought to our room.  When we went to the Peregrin BarThe staff welcomed us with champagne on the rooftop of the hotel for a birthday dinner. “Happy Birthday”.

These are only a few examples that showed proactive service that exceeded our expectations. Each gesture made our luxurious stay in Savannah extra special.  

Enjoying our base at the Perry Lane Hotel

We wandered through both the Perry Lane Hotel We found many places to relax and sit in the buildings.  Everywhere we looked, we found interesting pieces of artwork.

The rooftop terrace was the venue for the Peregrin BarThe outdoor swimming pool has a small lounge area.  It was cool for the first few nights of our stay.  We enjoyed the pool as soon as it was sunny. We found an excellent spot to enjoy the views of Savannah.

 For families and big kids, there was even a small arcade room. Every evening, the popcorn machine was stocked with free snacks.

Our stay at the Perry Lane HotelWe were so tempted to stay forever.  But we knew that there was so much to see Savannah is a great place to explore..

We Explored the City Sights

We like to start our trip to a new place with a tour. In Savannah, we had many options for touring the city. We decided to take the Old Savannah Trolley tour.  The hop-on, hop-off tour was very busy the day we went so we decided to use the trolley to get an overview of all the sights. Our bus driver gave us a history of the town and we saw several historical sites.

We walked around many of these squares after the trolley tour. We walked through Savannah. The Spanish Moss in the trees was a local icon.

We found the squares to be fascinating, with their variety of design, history and memorials.

Around all the beautiful green spaces, we found a wide variety of architectural styles. We admired the homes on the “prettiest street in Savannah”As we walked along Jones Street, we were surrounded by trees.  All over town, museums and historical sights offered more insight to this interesting city.

As we walked around Savannah, we saw many churches. The steeples of the churches we saw from above drew our attention. Cathedral Basilica St John the Baptist.

We wandered around the cityWe were captivated by everything we saw during our luxury stay in Savannah.

Visit the Riverside Area from the Land

Slowly Enjoy a stroll along the waterfrontTake in the sights. The Georgia QueenThe riverboat followed a steady procession of container ships under the Talmadge Memorial Bridge.

We spent some time wandering around the JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside.  The hotel had a wealth of historic artifacts as well as colourful geodes and agate. We found interesting art in each of the three buildings and even a large musical display at the interactive Gretsch Museum. 

We saw the City Hall in the daylight when we walked from the waterfront up Bay Street.

We loved the different vibe in the Riverside area during our luxury stay in Savannah.

Paddlewheel Tour at Night

We wanted to experience the Riverside area in a new way. We booked a paddlewheel boat cruise on the Georgia QueenYou can also find out more about Savannah Riverboat CruisesFor sunset and dinner

We cruised back and forth under the Talmadge Memorial Bridge.  We saw the ferry boats crossing between Fig Island in Savannah and the riverfront as we drove past the Savannah Convention Centre.  

As darkness fell, we had a wonderful night view of the sights we had seen from the land. City Hall was beautifully lit at night.

During our luxury stay in Savannah, we were able to enjoy the city from the water.

Enjoy a Night Out With Us Luxury Stay In Savannah

You can also find out more about the following: Historic Savannah TheatreThe theatre was close to our hotel.  It was the oldest continuously operating theatre in the United States. It offered local entertainment.  We didn’t know much about the Jersey BoysI thought it would be a good option for an evening.

We were surprised to find that we knew many songs from Frankie Valli’s music. We were entertained by the story, and the production had us dancing on our seats.

It was great to have some live entertainment during a luxury vacation in Savannah.

We Eat and Drink Our way Around Town

Before we went, we knew Savannah was a great place to eat.  And we sure did.  Our free Marriott Elite statusBreakfast was a wonderful experience.  We even tried the local version, which is grits mixed in with cream and cheese.  It was not our favorite morning treat.  The clafoutis-like pancake was a delicious mix of pancake and crepe.

We often grab a quick lunch when we are out. Savannah is a great place to explore..  We looked for healthier and lighter options.  Sometimes we settled for local specialties, which were tasty but not as low-calorie.

We had a number of meals at the Perry Lane Hotel.  The main Emporium Kitchen & Wine BarThe food was varied.  We joined a special session for shrimp tasting at the hotel.  We enjoyed a variety of interesting small bites Peregrin BarThe hotel rooftop is a great place to enjoy the view.

We went to Riverside to celebrate my special birthday. Belford’s Seaford and Steak Restaurant.   We had a wonderful meal with some well-aged steak.  Even if a birthday sparker was on my dessert.

We also got a lot of sweets at the Perry Lane HotelWe were well fed for our luxurious stay in Savannah with the food we ate every day. 

Iconic Savannah Food Options

No visit to Savannah would be complete without a stop at one of the River Street Sweets stores. We had a delicious and enticing visit as we walked around the store. We went to the store for pralines but found gophers. The candy wall was very popular with children. We could not leave the candy wall without the chocolate-caramel popcorn.

Visit to the Atherton area Byrd’s Famous CookiesIt was a sweet treat. The cookie bar allowed me to find my new favourite cookie.

The Chocolatier shop near our hotel was a must-visit. We were particularly impressed with the colourful Easter treats that we found.

As we wandered around Savannah, we learned about the laws that allow us to wander with alcohol. It reminded us of being teenagers. Back in New Orleans.

The treats were not only for humans. We were delighted to see the WoofGang BakeryFor our furry companions

We were not surprised by the variety of foods we found on our luxury vacation in Savannah. Everyone can find something to enjoy.

We enjoyed a 6 day luxury stay in Savannah Georgia

The Perry Lane Hotel in Savannah was a luxury hotel that we enjoyed every day.  When we ventured outside we found Savannah is a great place to visit and explore. This was our first time visiting this beautiful Southern city but we knew we’d be back.

Did you have an enjoyable stay in Savannah, Georgia?  Did you explore this beautiful city?

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