Whitemarsh Island Travel Guide

Savannah

Isle of Hope Historic District which includes a garden
Isle of Hope Historic District which includes a garden
Sunrise on Isle of Hope take at 0630 in the summer during low tide. #LikeALocal
It doesn’t take too much imagination to picture a bygone era in which a horse drawn carriage is carrying a Georgian Belle down this Savannah Street. Majestic Southern Live Oak trees line each side arching over to form a living, green canopy high above. Spanish moss hangs down from the branches waving in the sultry late afternoon breeze not unlike grandpa’s wispy grey beard.


The eligible beauty wearing a layered flowing white dress, head back laughing at something someone had called out. One elegant gloved hand holding the reins and the other clutching at her oversized hat which is threatening to blow away in the breeze.


An interesting fact is, that Spanish Moss is neither from Spain nor is it a moss and is instead is a flowering plant in the family of bromeliads. Being an epiphyte it absorbs nutrients and water through its leaves from the air and rainfall. It generally grows upon larger trees in tropical and subtropical climates, native to much of Mexico, Bermuda, The Bahamas, Central America, South America, southern United States, and the West Indies. 


For me Spanish Moss is an unusual plant and one that only grows only in specific locations making it intriguing and slightly mysterious and worthy of a little research and consideration. #nature
Sunset looking across the Moon River from Skidaway Island on the Georgia coast.

Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in Whitemarsh Island

Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island

Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island

4 out of 5
130 Shipyard Drive Hilton Head Island SC
The price is ฿7,158 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
฿7,158
฿9,372 total
24 Mar - 25 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,245 reviews)
This is a gorgeous setting and spotless environment with staff that goes the extra mile to make your stay perfect. Every staff member was friendly. Breakfast was delicious. Beds were super comfy. The only downside was that outdoor extras were not well manned (maybe because it was low season). The ...

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island
The Desoto Savannah

The Desoto Savannah

4 out of 5
15 East Liberty Street Savannah GA
The price is ฿5,818 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
฿5,818
฿7,009 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
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! (2,921 reviews)
Very convenient and central location close to all that Savannah has to offer !

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

The Desoto Savannah
Hyatt Regency Savannah

Hyatt Regency Savannah

4 out of 5
2 W Bay St Savannah GA
The price is ฿4,308 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
฿4,308
฿6,054 total
1 Apr - 2 Apr
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,604 reviews)
Definitely will be staying here every time visiting Savanah!

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Hyatt Regency Savannah
Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District by IHG

Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District by IHG

4 out of 5
201 W Bay St Savannah GA
The price is ฿3,608 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
฿3,608
฿5,250 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,933 reviews)
Supre walkable to everything bartender was aweome breakfast was great the gentleman that helped chexk us in was helpful!

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District by IHG
Marriott Savannah Riverfront

Marriott Savannah Riverfront

4 out of 5
100 General Mcintosh Blvd Savannah GA
The price is ฿5,068 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
฿5,068
฿6,019 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
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! (2,303 reviews)
Very nice. Clean rooms. Great staff.

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Marriott Savannah Riverfront
Hilton Beachfront Resort & Spa Hilton Head Island

Hilton Beachfront Resort & Spa Hilton Head Island

4.5 out of 5
1 Hotel Circle Hilton Head Island SC
The price is ฿6,727 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
฿6,727
฿8,611 total
17 Mar - 18 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,429 reviews)
Very nice property close to the beach.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Hilton Beachfront Resort & Spa Hilton Head Island
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Other neighbourhoods around Whitemarsh Island

Tybee Island Lighthouse and Keepers house

Dutch Island

While there might not be top attractions in Dutch Island, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Marine Education Center and Aquarium and Isle of Hope Marina.

Dutch Island
Statue of an Angel Under a Moss Laden Live Oak  Tree , Boneventure Cemetery, Thunderbolt, Georgia, USA

Thunderbolt

You'll enjoy the restaurants and gardens in Thunderbolt. You might want to make time for a stop at Bonaventure Cemetery or Angela Beasley's Puppet People.

Thunderbolt
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Talahi Island

Talahi Island might not have many top sights, but Bonaventure Cemetery and Fort Pulaski National Monument are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Talahi Island
view of the beach

Wilmington Island

Visitors to Wilmington Island appreciate its beaches. A visit to Marine Education Center and Aquarium and Oatland Island Wildlife Center might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.

Wilmington Island
Isle of Hope Historic District showing a house

Isle of Hope Historic District

You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Isle of Hope Historic District. You might want to make time for a stop at Isle of Hope Marina or Wormsloe Historic Site.

Isle of Hope Historic District
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Blackshear

While Blackshear may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like River Street and Savannah River.

Blackshear


Whitemarsh Island Travel Guide