DISCUSSION for Hilton Honors Hotels in Georgia, USA {US-GA}
#121
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: JFK/LGA
Programs: AA EXP/5 MM, BA Blue Bayou, HH LT Diamond
Posts: 5,816
I was just at the Savannah DT. Room was on the smaller side, but in great shape. The common areas of the hotel are beautiful (esp for a DT). Having a glass of wine in the library is a treat. Breakfast in the morning is very much above average.
Parking is valet only. I couldn't be bothered sorting out another alternative in an unfamiliar and old (by N. American standards) city.
Parking is valet only. I couldn't be bothered sorting out another alternative in an unfamiliar and old (by N. American standards) city.
#122
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: Boston, MA
Programs: DL Diamond, HHonors Diamond, National Executive Elite
Posts: 2,356
#123
Join Date: May 2010
Location: FSD
Programs: BAEC, Delta SkyPesos, VS FC, SQ KF, AA, HHonors
Posts: 1,884
I'll echo the positive comments about the DoubleTree, and add that the river-view rooms with sofabed are a bit larger and worth the small rate premium.
The Robinson Parking Garage, at intersection of Montgomery and York streets, is about five minutes' walk from the DoubleTree. Weekend rate is flat $5/day, well below the hotel's $30/night valet charge.
The Robinson Parking Garage, at intersection of Montgomery and York streets, is about five minutes' walk from the DoubleTree. Weekend rate is flat $5/day, well below the hotel's $30/night valet charge.
I will remember that garage tip for next time.
#125
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: Boston, MA
Programs: DL Diamond, HHonors Diamond, National Executive Elite
Posts: 2,356
#126
Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: Charleston, SC
Programs: United Silver, Hilton Honors Diamond, Frontier 20K, Amtrak Guest Rewards
Posts: 9
Regarding the HGI (which is across the street from the DT) that you asked about above, they were doing some construction when I was there in January. Many guests who reviewed the HGI on TripAdvisor and who had stayed there during the construction gave the hotel poor reviews because of the noise. That was a major reason I chose DT over HGI. I don't know if it is still ongoing but you might want to check if it is if you are deciding between the HGI and DT.
#127
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: Chicagoland/ORD
Programs: UA Million Miler (Gold), Hilton Diamond, Marriott Gold
Posts: 3,454
I stayed at the Doubletree last month. I have Gold status and they gave me a full breakfast. I could choose from anything on the menu too, not just the buffet.
Regarding the HGI (which is across the street from the DT) that you asked about above, they were doing some construction when I was there in January. Many guests who reviewed the HGI on TripAdvisor and who had stayed there during the construction gave the hotel poor reviews because of the noise. That was a major reason I chose DT over HGI. I don't know if it is still ongoing but you might want to check if it is if you are deciding between the HGI and DT.
Regarding the HGI (which is across the street from the DT) that you asked about above, they were doing some construction when I was there in January. Many guests who reviewed the HGI on TripAdvisor and who had stayed there during the construction gave the hotel poor reviews because of the noise. That was a major reason I chose DT over HGI. I don't know if it is still ongoing but you might want to check if it is if you are deciding between the HGI and DT.
HGI site says construction will be completed at the end of February. I skimmed a number of reviews on TripAdvisor, and they focused on the construction; don't know if the renovation is solving some of the problems people mentioned.
#128
Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: Charleston, SC
Programs: United Silver, Hilton Honors Diamond, Frontier 20K, Amtrak Guest Rewards
Posts: 9
If I'm not mistaken, the breakfast room is part of the renovation at HGI, and HGI guests had to go to the DT for breakfast. Admittedly, I learned that from a TripAdvisor review so I didn't hear it first hand from anyone there, but if true, you would be getting the DT breakfast regardless of which one you stay at, though you do have to cross the street for it if staying at HGI. If you are not going for a few more months that might be a moot point for you, but just wanted to point that out.
Last edited by DougNJ; Feb 7, 2018 at 8:20 pm Reason: added one more comment.
#129
Join Date: Aug 2017
Location: Raleigh, NC
Programs: HH
Posts: 4
I agree, the Homewood is excellent, probably the best property down there. Have also stayed at the HGI there, and the HI, which is quite lovely and historic, but is a typical HI with not too many amenities.. The rates can vary widely depending on time of year, weekend/weekday and such. Points will always be a bit high being a tourist area. I'd do a combo of points and money.
Eat dinner at the Old Pink House! At one of the bars if you have a mind to. You shan't be sorry.
Eat dinner at the Old Pink House! At one of the bars if you have a mind to. You shan't be sorry.