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


Top hotels in Whitemarsh Island

The Desoto Savannah

The Desoto Savannah

4 out of 5
15 East Liberty Street Savannah GA
The price is ₹16,071 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
₹16,071
₹19,383 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! (2,868 reviews)
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Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

The Desoto Savannah
Hyatt Regency Savannah

Hyatt Regency Savannah

4 out of 5
2 W Bay St Savannah GA
The price is ₹9,383 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
₹9,383
₹13,987 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
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! (3,590 reviews)
Everything was great

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Hyatt Regency Savannah
Marriott Savannah Riverfront

Marriott Savannah Riverfront

4 out of 5
100 General Mcintosh Blvd Savannah GA
The price is ₹21,986 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
₹21,986
₹25,835 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
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! (2,298 reviews)
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Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Marriott Savannah Riverfront
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 ₹9,305 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
₹9,305
₹13,897 total
3 Feb - 4 Feb
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! (1,888 reviews)
Beautiful room! Great location near restaurants, shopping. Very clean and attentive staff.

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District by IHG
Planters Inn on Reynolds Square

Planters Inn on Reynolds Square

3.5 out of 5
29 Abercorn St Savannah GA
The price is ₹10,680 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
₹10,680
₹12,834 total
3 Feb - 4 Feb
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! (1,857 reviews)
Room very clean, and friendly staff!

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Planters Inn on Reynolds Square
Thompson Savannah, by Hyatt

Thompson Savannah, by Hyatt

4.5 out of 5
201 PORT STREET Savannah GA
The price is ₹18,297 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
₹18,297
₹25,296 total
9 Feb - 10 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! (1,000 reviews)
Great hotel! The rooms are very nice and clean, The shower is huge and the view of the Savannah River and all the barges that go by is exceptional. They offer a car service within in 3 miles and the drivers are very knowledgeable and friendly.

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Thompson Savannah, by Hyatt
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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 Wormsloe Historic Site and Bonaventure Cemetery.

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 Savannah Bend Marina.

Thunderbolt
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Talahi Island

Talahi Island might not have many top sights, but Oatland Island Wildlife Center and Bonaventure Cemetery 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 Oatland Island Wildlife Center and Tybee National Wildlife Refuge 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 Wormsloe Historic Site or Isle of Hope Marina.

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