Whitemarsh Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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.

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Our pick of the best Whitemarsh Island Hotel Deals

The Desoto Savannah

The Desoto Savannah

4 out of 5
15 East Liberty Street Savannah GA
The price is AU$345 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
AU$345
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 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$417 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
AU$417
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 AU$401 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
AU$401
1 Feb - 2 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! (1,005 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 AU$192 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
AU$192
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! (1,847 reviews)
Staff was fantastic. We were also greeted with a bottle of wine and a wine receptions in the afternoon

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Planters Inn on Reynolds Square
Holiday Inn Express Hilton Head Island by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hilton Head Island by IHG

2.5 out of 5
10 Tanglewood Drive Hilton Head Island SC
The price is AU$129 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
AU$129
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (377 reviews)
That whole experience was wonderful

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Express Hilton Head Island by IHG
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

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Dutch Island

While there might not be top attractions in Dutch Island, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Isle of Hope Marina and Wormsloe Historic Site.

Dutch Island
Fishing on the beautiful Ogeechee River near Savannah, GA.  The "bite was on!!!"  WOW!!!

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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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 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
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


Whitemarsh Island Travel Guide

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