Midtown Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Midtown, Savannah

Visitors in search of a tour of the local history will find plenty of reasons to visit Midtown. The major shopping area and top-notch restaurants are some of the places to visit while you’re here.

Based on our travel expertise, Printmaker’s Inn is a top B&B for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free Wi-Fi and free parking. The Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist is a short 17-minute walk away. A couple of other options to soak up the local history include Roussell’s Garden Bed & Breakfast and Catherine Ward House Inn.

In Midtown, there are 570 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Midtown is notable for landmarks like International F & AM Masons. Cultural venues include Savannah African Art Museum, Savannah Stage Company and Cultural Arts Gallery. Additionally, you’ll find River Street in the area.

Guests who book a historic hotel can enjoy a holiday in a building that has an official historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel provided that it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the public spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in Midtown, bringing the history to life.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term “historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel tends to be what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value along with how it influenced the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, though efforts have been made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the popular amenities found at a contemporary hotel should be available at a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Midtown, you won’t find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.