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

Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island

Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island

4 out of 5
130 Shipyard Drive Hilton Head Island SC
The price is AU$421 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
AU$421
19 Mar - 20 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! (1,240 reviews)
Great place to stay at the beach with your dog

Reviewed on 5 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 AU$313 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$313
23 Mar - 24 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! (2,914 reviews)
Room was outdated, chips in floor, bathtub had scratches that look like dirt. Did not receive maid service for the first two days - had to inquire. Shampoo, Conditioner not replenished. Front desk repeatedly placed additional holds on my CC, with no clarification. Some staff were extremely condescending. ...

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

The Desoto Savannah
Hyatt Regency Savannah

Hyatt Regency Savannah

4 out of 5
2 W Bay St Savannah GA
The price is AU$262 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$262
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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! (3,600 reviews)
Lovely hotel & perfect location on the waterfront close to shops, dining & parks. Highly recommend.

Reviewed on 5 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 AU$229 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$229
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! (1,919 reviews)
Fire alarm went off late at night causing hotel to evacuate. I understand that safety is the number one concern, however not a single employee extended an apology for the inconvenience. Being that i was in the shower I had to scramble to put something on and go stand in the cold while being wet.

Reviewed on 4 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 AU$269 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$269
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! (2,300 reviews)
Here’s a clean, polished review you can post: We were driving down to Florida but realized we would arrive way too early since our Airbnb check in wasn’t until 3 PM the next day. Instead of driving through the night and getting there at 3 or 5 in the morning with nowhere to go, we decided to stop ...

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Marriott Savannah Riverfront
JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District

JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District

5 out of 5
400 W RIVER ST Savannah GA
The price is AU$432 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$432
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 12 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,508 reviews)
Everything from room cleanliness, sizeable room and staff friendliness and professionalism was perfect!

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
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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 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 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 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


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