DISCUSSION for Hilton Honors Hotels in Georgia, USA {US-GA}
Mar 22, 2011, 12:45 pm
#46
Join Date: Sep 2002
Posts: 418
Savannah DeSoto or Doubletree
We are going here in April and can't decide which hotel to stay in. Also considering Hyatt. First time visitors, just 2 days, regular tourist attractions. Maybe Paula Dean restaurant. Would like advice from anyone who has stayed at any of these hotels! Thanks
Mar 22, 2011, 2:08 pm
#47
Join Date: May 2010
Location: BOS, NYC
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Paula Deens is a good bet, try the Olde Pink House as well, thats where we had our reception, but if you go, eat at the tavern downstairs, the atmosphere and food are amazing! After two days, you'll wish you had booked for two weeks, there is a lot to do and see!
Mar 22, 2011, 2:11 pm
#48
Join Date: Jul 2006
Posts: 5
Savannah DeSoto or Doubletree
I was there last October and stayed at the Hampton Inn on Bay st. Nice and clean with a rooftop outdoor pool. Easy walk to almost everything. Mrs Wilkes and Planters Tavern are a Must! Wiley's BBQ is good. The Crab Shack on Tybee Island is great if you have kids. Paula Deen's is over rated I think. But worth walking through the gift shop.
Mar 22, 2011, 2:13 pm
#49
Join Date: Apr 2010
Location: SE USA
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Haven't eaten at Lady and Sons personally, however know several people who have and all say that it is not worth it. The tripadvisor reviews are not very impressive either...
Mar 22, 2011, 3:54 pm
#50
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: AVL
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We stayed at the DeSoto over a weekend in January and were very happy.
Mar 22, 2011, 4:35 pm
#51
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: ATL
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We stayed at the DeSoto over a weekend in January and were very happy.
Mar 22, 2011, 4:58 pm
#52
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Nashville
Programs: Hilton Diamond, Marriott Gold, Omni Plat, Southwest A+ Pref
Posts: 31
Although it gets mixed reviews on tripadvisor, I would have to 2nd your opinion simply because it is in the smack dab middle of the Historic District. It sits on the site of the old Desoto Hotel, and they have a nice tribute to it in the lobby with pictures etc. If they can get a corner room on a high floor, it's even better as they have larger baths and balconies. The Hyatt is in a great location next to the river. As for Paula Deens, just look at the bad reviews on trip advisor. A more authentic place is Mrs. Wilkes Boarding House which is rated #3 out of 412 restaurants in Savannah. It has been there forever and there is a reason why. Located in the Historic District, a little hard to find as there is no sign. Get there EARLY before they open or you will wait. I was born and live in Georgia and Savannah is my favorite city in the state. ^
Mar 22, 2011, 5:01 pm
#53
Join Date: May 2010
Location: BOS, NYC
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I wouldn't base you decision to vista Paula Deen's on tripadvisor reviews... those same reviews are what kept me from going the entire year i lived there, then when my family was out for my wedding, I reluctantly agreed we could go there as they really wanted to and I was so disappointed I didnt go earlier.
Any hotel in the historic district is well within walking distance of any sights you may wanna see downtown.
Any hotel in the historic district is well within walking distance of any sights you may wanna see downtown.
Mar 22, 2011, 5:03 pm
#54
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I spent a week at an B&B in Savannah this past June and loved it. One of the best meals we had was at the Pink House (and drinks downstairs before dinner). Paula Dean's is okay, but definately there for the tourists. Mrs Wilkes is tricky for its hours, if I remember correctly, but another excellent place to eat. Ask around once you get there too.
Mar 23, 2011, 8:04 am
#56
Join Date: Mar 2010
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Paula Deens is an overhyped, crowded, noisy buffet with mass produced, greasy food. Total tourist trap! I'm probably one of the people who gave it a lousy review on TA. 
As for hotels, the Desoto is nice, and the Hampton Inn is actually one of the better properties in Savannah. A Hampton with valet parking? Yup...
If you're not insistant on staying right in town, you might consider the brand new Embassy Suites over by the airport. That place is fantastic.
As for hotels, the Desoto is nice, and the Hampton Inn is actually one of the better properties in Savannah. A Hampton with valet parking? Yup...
If you're not insistant on staying right in town, you might consider the brand new Embassy Suites over by the airport. That place is fantastic.
Mar 23, 2011, 8:24 am
#57
Join Date: Sep 2005
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I enjoy staying, and recommend, staying at the DeSoto - for the mattress on the bed. Last time I was there I had a nice corner room with balcony - and the bed is a tempur-pedic mattress. I wanted to do nothing but just lay there on the bed for the entire day.
Mar 23, 2011, 1:41 pm
#58
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Charlotte, NC USA
Programs: Hilton Gold
Posts: 118
I stayed at the Hampton on Bay Street last December and would recommend it for the rooms and especially the location. The old Desoto is about five blocks away from the river and while not that far, I'd prefer to be close to Bay Street and the river.
Locals told me to avoid Paula Dean's place and I did. But I highly recommend the Old Pink House (very close to the Hampton). Great food and the cellar bar is very interesting.
Locals told me to avoid Paula Dean's place and I did. But I highly recommend the Old Pink House (very close to the Hampton). Great food and the cellar bar is very interesting.
Mar 23, 2011, 6:08 pm
#59
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: ATL
Posts: 802
I stayed at the Hampton on Bay Street last December and would recommend it for the rooms and especially the location. The old Desoto is about five blocks away from the river and while not that far, I'd prefer to be close to Bay Street and the river.
Locals told me to avoid Paula Dean's place and I did. But I highly recommend the Old Pink House (very close to the Hampton). Great food and the cellar bar is very interesting.
Locals told me to avoid Paula Dean's place and I did. But I highly recommend the Old Pink House (very close to the Hampton). Great food and the cellar bar is very interesting.
Went back in 2009, stayed at the Hyatt (Priceline bid $65) and the power went out in the downtown area. Had a res at the Pink House and when we got there, the wait staff and chefs were sitting on the front steps as they had no power either, so don't know if it is as great as 1983, but me thinks so. As for the Hyatt, they comped the priceline bid so I could stay elsewhere, but I went back and walked up the stairs in the dark and stayed in a dark room with no lights or a/c as the key locks still worked and it was kinda cool being the only guest in that hotel (besides the security guards).