Ardsley Park-Chatham Crescent Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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 featuring heritage architecture and street scenes

River Street

4.5/5(7 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 showing a garden as well as a small group of people

Forsyth Park

4.5/5(7 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

5/5(1 review)

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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Hunter Army Airfield

Hunter Army Airfield is just one of the places to see in Savannah, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and shops.

Hunter Army Airfield

Activities

Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour

Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour

AU$58
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour
Savannah's 13 Ghosts, Voodoo, Murder & Mystery Tour

Savannah's 13 Ghosts, Voodoo, Murder & Mystery Tour

AU$45
per adult
Savannah's 13 Ghosts, Voodoo, Murder & Mystery Tour
Historic Savannah Guided Walking Tour

Historic Savannah Guided Walking Tour

AU$45
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Historic Savannah Guided Walking Tour
Savannah Pirates and Treasure Museum

Savannah Pirates and Treasure Museum

AU$28
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Savannah Pirates and Treasure Museum
Tourists inside the American Prohibition Museum in Savannah

The American Prohibition Museum Entrance Ticket

AU$30
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The American Prohibition Museum Entrance Ticket
Explore Savannah Trolley Tour W/ Unlimited Shuttle Service

Savannah Trolley Tour W/ 2-Day Unlimited Shuttle Service

AU$62
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Savannah Trolley Tour W/ 2-Day Unlimited Shuttle Service
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Our pick of the best Ardsley Park-Chatham Crescent Hotel Deals

The Desoto Savannah

The Desoto Savannah

4 out of 5
15 East Liberty Street Savannah GA
The price is AU$256 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
AU$256
1 Feb - 2 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 AU$241 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$241
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 AU$419 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
AU$419
21 Jan - 22 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 AU$360 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
AU$360
8 Feb - 9 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! (1,001 reviews)
Breakfast made to order; NOT free!

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Thompson Savannah, by Hyatt
Quality Inn Savannah Midtown

Quality Inn Savannah Midtown

2.5 out of 5
7100 Abercorn St Savannah GA
The price is AU$97 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
AU$97
18 Feb - 19 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 (1,324 reviews)
Clean quiet!!

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Quality Inn Savannah Midtown
Hotel Bardo Savannah

Hotel Bardo Savannah

5 out of 5
700 Drayton St Savannah GA
The price is AU$554 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
AU$554
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free breakfast, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (391 reviews)
Amazing location

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Hotel Bardo Savannah
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Other neighbourhoods around Ardsley Park-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
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
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

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