Soccerjoshj07

disregard

CIT85

The Globalist goody bag, shrimp and grits and fridge plus 18K points (peak Cat 4) look like you're describing the Andaz Savannah and not Hyatt Regency.

59Impala

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Soccerjoshj07

yep you're right, my bad, will fix! If you can edit your post and remove the quoted content, that would confuse less people now

cdoobiest

Trying to decide between Hyatt and Andaz Savannah for Columbus Day weekend (Oct 6-10). I am Explorist so not expecting upgrade but it would be nice to have a room with a view. Travelling with wife for just a quick getaway without the kids and late anniversary. First time in Savannah, just plan to eat, shop, walk around the city. Normally, I would choose the Andaz for the hip, boutique factor but from the reviews, I have been reading, the Andaz is not that great. Location a little better based on google maps.

Hyatt is 12,000 points cheaper for a 4 night stay (3000 points cheaper each night) plus no resort fees compared to Andaz $30 fee/day. Leaning towards Hyatt Regency. Any reason to choose the Andaz? Is it a much better hotel and unique than the Hyatt? Thanks!

parrotheadmjb

I much prefer the Andaz over the Regency, also you wouldn't pay resort fees if it's an award stay.

swhang

The room and hotel are nicer at Andaz, but the HR is underrated. If walkability is important, HR Is hands down better. It's right in the middle of the river boardwalk with tons of restaurants right next to it. The Andaz is at the end of the riverwalk and so you're walking a further or driving.

scubadu

I completely disagree that the "HR is hands down better" for walkability. It's a very broad brushstroke, subjective statement and depends entirely on where one wants to walk. My wife and much prefer walking around the actual town of Savannah (the squares, the parks, the core downtown, Forsyth Park, etc.). We actually find the riverwalk to be a total tourist trap and largely a complete turnoff with grossly overpriced restaurants, trinket stores, etc. We perhaps go down there once per trip for maybe and hour or so. So to us the Andaz works much better.

There is no "one size fits all" in this game.

Regards

jbandy10

You are both correct. Depending on the traveler, both locations are prime.

The HR has the advantage of some wonderful river (boat) views as well. Some people could care less about that.

Jim31328

The Andaz is on Ellis Square. It is also surrounded by restaurants. The Hyatt property at the end of the "boardwalk" is The Thompson.

jayer

Maybe the best last-minute use of a couple of expiring Cat. 1-4 certificates ever.

Spacious Hyatt big-atrium period hotel on Bay Street backing up to River Street, with a view of the river all along the back. Not sure when the last remodel was, but we saw only minimal wear. I thought the bedding was perfect, but a bit firm for Mrs. Jayer. I know it was off-season and we were there during the week, but given a generous room assignment, especially since in retirement I have backslid from long-term Globalist to Explorist. Great view. Quiet room. I enjoyed the spacious lobby with various seating areas people could gather in.

I'm not really into the bar scene, but the bar is open concept with the restaurant wrapped around it like a horseshoe. I thought that was really an effective way to lighten up the bar and make it more inviting to people traveling by themselves. We ate one morning from the very expansive buffet. The food was still fresh after prime breakfast hours. There were several appealing regional plated options I would have tried if we were there longer. No club, but brief happy hour at the bar. (I think four to five) every day, with limited but complimentary beer and wine (Canvas white has really improved). Also received a restaurant or market credit (but I can't tell you if it was tied to World of Hyatt membership,or status, or not).

Staff interaction in the restaurant and the front desk was efficient and friendly. Just a good cultural vibe to the place. Reminded me why I always hoped I would be booked into a full-serve Hyatt back when I all but lived in hotels for work. Just might go back next fall.

chrisny2

The 4-5pm beer or wine and the $5 market credit are part of the resort fee. (Note that I still received the credit as a Globalist with waived resort fee.)