Ossabaw Island Travel Guide

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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.
The Desoto Savannah

The Desoto Savannah

4 out of 5
15 East Liberty Street Savannah GA
The price is AU$308 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
AU$308
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! (2,863 reviews)
Love the location of this hotel. The staff is fabulous and always so friendly! The bar is fun and offers a great variety of drinks!

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

The Desoto Savannah
Hyatt Regency Savannah

Hyatt Regency Savannah

4 out of 5
2 W Bay St Savannah GA
The price is AU$237 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
AU$237
1 Feb - 2 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! (3,570 reviews)
The room had an amazing view. If you like people and ship watching on the river the corner view room was great!!! The room it self was large but it could use an updating and there is some mold on the bathroom walls. The main hallway on the forth floor was freezing cold our entire stay. Not sure why ...

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Hyatt Regency Savannah
Marriott Savannah Riverfront

Marriott Savannah Riverfront

4 out of 5
100 General Mcintosh Blvd Savannah GA
The price is AU$411 per night from 24 Jan to 25 Jan
AU$411
24 Jan - 25 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
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.
Kasa Altmayer Savannah

Kasa Altmayer Savannah

3.5 out of 5
100 Bull Street Savannah GA
Stay at this aparthotel in Savannah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, concierge services and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions River Street and Forsyth Park are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (284 reviews)
Nice to have the space and a washer/dryer

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Kasa Altmayer Savannah
The Grant by Black Swan

The Grant by Black Swan

3.5 out of 5
5 W Broughton St Savannah GA
Stay at this aparthotel in Savannah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, in-room washers/dryers and air conditioning. Popular attractions River Street and Forsyth Park are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (308 reviews)
Great accommodations, perfect location

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

The Grant by Black Swan
Island getaway with private beach

Island getaway with private beach

Tybee Island GA
Stay at this beach condo in Tybee Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (144 reviews)
The location is great for beach access and easily accessible

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Island getaway with private beach
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.

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