Chatham Crescent Travel Guide

Savannah

This area was first developed in 1910, but most homes were built in the 1930s and 1940s. The neighborhood is considered one of the most affluent within city limits by local residents. Marketed as Chatham Crescent by Granger’s Chatham Land and Hotel Company, the Granger Tract took its design from the Beaux Arts plan popular at the time. At various points in the neighborhood, city blocks were punctuated with 1-acre (4,000 m2) circles (named for city and county officials), a crescent-shaped street, and a landscaped mall. At the end of the palmetto-lined mall stretching between Maupas Avenue to 47th Street was to be the centerpiece of Chatham Crescent – a magnificent tourist facility called the Hotel Georgia. The Spanish Revival-style hotel was designed by noted architect Henrik Wallin, who assisted Henry Bacon with New York’s Astor Hotel. Apparently the developers hoped that wealthy Northerners would check into what was to be a luxurious hotel and decide to purchase a second home in Chatham Crescent. Unfortunately, the hotel encountered numerous problems and barely got off the ground. Eventually, Savannah High School (now the Savannah Arts Academy) was built on the nearly eight acres of land set aside for the hotel.
This area was first developed in 1910, but most homes were built in the 1930s and 1940s. The neighborhood is considered one of the most affluent within city limits by local residents. Marketed as Chatham Crescent by Granger’s Chatham Land and Hotel Company, the Granger Tract took its design from the Beaux Arts plan popular at the time. At various points in the neighborhood, city blocks were punctuated with 1-acre (4,000 m2) circles (named for city and county officials), a crescent-shaped street, and a landscaped mall. At the end of the palmetto-lined mall stretching between Maupas Avenue to 47th Street was to be the centerpiece of Chatham Crescent – a magnificent tourist facility called the Hotel Georgia. The Spanish Revival-style hotel was designed by noted architect Henrik Wallin, who assisted Henry Bacon with New York’s Astor Hotel. Apparently the developers hoped that wealthy Northerners would check into what was to be a luxurious hotel and decide to purchase a second home in Chatham Crescent. Unfortunately, the hotel encountered numerous problems and barely got off the ground. Eventually, Savannah High School (now the Savannah Arts Academy) was built on the nearly eight acres of land set aside for the hotel.

Popular places to visit

River Street showing street scenes and heritage architecture

River Street

4.5/5(18 reviews)

Appreciate local artwork in a gallery, shop for boutique fashionable clothing and dine in excellent restaurants on this street in downtown Savannah.

River Street
Forsyth Park featuring a garden as well as a small group of people

Forsyth Park

4.5/5(14 reviews)

With peaceful walking paths, sporting areas and grassy lawns, this large city park in downtown Savannah is perfect for a day outside.

Forsyth Park
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Savannah College of Art and Design

4/5(4 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe at Savannah College of Art and Design as part of your travels around Savannah. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.

Savannah College of Art and Design
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Savannah Convention Center

Learn about the events happening in Savannah Convention Center during your trip to Savannah. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.

Savannah Convention Center
Southern Charm mixed with Modern Art Mastery #RED

SCAD Museum of Art

4/5(1 review)

You can study the exhibits at SCAD Museum of Art, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Savannah. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.

SCAD Museum of Art
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Savannah State University

3/5(1 review)

Enjoy the student vibe at Savannah State University as part of your travels around Savannah. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Savannah State University

Things to do

Tourists inside the American Prohibition Museum in Savannah

The American Prohibition Museum Entrance Ticket

฿589
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The American Prohibition Museum Entrance Ticket
2 Hours Dolphin Eco Tour

2 Hours Dolphin Eco Tour

฿1,332
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
2 Hours Dolphin Eco Tour
Narrated Port Tour Cruise of Savannah

Narrated Port Tour Cruise of Savannah

฿1,562
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Narrated Port Tour Cruise of Savannah
Old Savannah Historic Overview Tour

Old Savannah Historic Overview Trolley Tour

฿1,109
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Old Savannah Historic Overview Trolley Tour
Day at the beach !

Tybee Island Day at the Beach Experience from Savannah

฿3,460
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Tybee Island Day at the Beach Experience from Savannah
Savannah Pirates and Treasure Museum

Savannah Pirates and Treasure Museum

฿589
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Savannah Pirates and Treasure Museum
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Top hotels in Chatham Crescent

The Desoto Savannah

The Desoto Savannah

4 out of 5
15 East Liberty Street Savannah GA
The price is ฿5,938 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
฿5,938
฿7,143 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,860 reviews)
The staff was so nice, friendly and helpful. The room and hotel was very clean! The hotel was in a great location and we walked everywhere we went.

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

The Desoto Savannah
Hyatt Regency Savannah

Hyatt Regency Savannah

4 out of 5
2 W Bay St Savannah GA
The price is ฿3,428 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
฿3,428
฿5,021 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,557 reviews)
We loved the view and walking distance to many restaurants and shops. River view was amazing. Valet parking is very good.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Hyatt Regency Savannah
Marriott Savannah Riverfront

Marriott Savannah Riverfront

4 out of 5
100 General Mcintosh Blvd Savannah GA
The price is ฿7,415 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
฿7,415
฿8,713 total
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Savannah. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,284 reviews)
The room was nice. We had a waterfront view. Staff were extremely courteous.

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Marriott Savannah Riverfront
Thompson Savannah, by Hyatt

Thompson Savannah, by Hyatt

4.5 out of 5
201 PORT STREET Savannah GA
The price is ฿5,977 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
฿5,977
฿8,319 total
10 Feb - 11 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Breakfast made to order; NOT free!

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Thompson Savannah, by Hyatt
Planters Inn on Reynolds Square

Planters Inn on Reynolds Square

3.5 out of 5
29 Abercorn St Savannah GA
The price is ฿3,323 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
฿3,323
฿4,007 total
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,848 reviews)
From the moment we arrived until we left the gracious staff were attentive and helpful. Hats off to Carl the doorman. He starts your stay with a smile and a genuine welcome.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Planters Inn on Reynolds Square
Quality Inn Savannah Midtown

Quality Inn Savannah Midtown

2.5 out of 5
7100 Abercorn St Savannah GA
The price is ฿1,705 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
฿1,705
฿2,116 total
19 Feb - 20 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
6.8/10 (1,334 reviews)
Very nice staff

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Quality Inn Savannah Midtown
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Other neighbourhoods around Chatham Crescent

WWII inspired dinner, serving great American classics.

Midtown

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Starland District to Grayson Stadium – discover Midtown, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Midtown
The history of the Live Oak Public Libraries can be traced back to the turn of the century in Savannah. Established in 1903, the Savannah Public Library consisted of a 23,000 volume collection housed in one room of the Georgia Historical Society. Ten years later the Carnegie Library opened on East Henry Street to serve Savannah’s black community. Surrounded by late-Victorian homes and adjacent to a small city park modeled on the squares in historic downtown Savannah the main library building on Bull Street opened for use in 1916. The library was built at a cost of $104,041.78 with a Carnegie grant. Its neoclassical design was provided by architect H. W. Witcover, who also designed Savannah’s City Hall.

Thomas Square

You'll enjoy the restaurants and gardens in Thomas Square. You might want to make time for a stop at Starland District or Bull Street Library.

Thomas Square
WWII inspired dinner, serving great American classics.

Starland District

If you're spending some time in Starland District, Starland District and Bull Street Library are top sights worth seeing.

Starland District
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Dixon Park

Though Dixon Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like River Street and Mercer Williams House Museum.

Dixon Park
WWII inspired dinner, serving great American classics.

Victorian District - East

Though Victorian District - East may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like River Street and Mercer Williams House Museum.

Victorian District - East
Savannah Victorian District

Victorian District - West

You'll enjoy the coffee shops and parks in Victorian District - West. You might want to make time for a stop at Savannah Stage Company or Cultural Arts Gallery.

Victorian District - West

Chatham Crescent Travel Guide