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4.4 out of 5

"Very quaint well maintained property. The staff, especially Katherine, were extremely welcoming and helpful. Would visit and stay again!! " More

By a verified traveler on Fri 25 Aug 2023

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Hotel Description

3.5-star adults-only inn near River Street

Heart of Savannah

Within a 10-minute walk of this Historic Downtown Savannah inn, you'll find River Street and Savannah College of Art and Design. Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace and Savannah Theatre are also within half a mile (1 km).

Bar/lounge

A bar/lounge and a garden are featured at this inn, along with self parking. WiFi in public areas is free. A snack bar/deli, a lobby fireplace, and a communal living room are also on offer.

Oglethorpe State

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

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Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

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The Ballastone ratings based on 7 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.4 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 5.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 3.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for The Ballastone

Everyone (2) Couples (4)
5 out of 5
Very quaint well maintained property. The staff, especially Katherine, were extremely welcoming and helpful. Would visit and stay again!!

Posted by on Aug 25, 2023

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4 out of 5
Overall the Ballastone is a beautiful old inn. Steven was a great host. We had one issue with our room and we were compensated fairly. It is centrally located to all Savannah offers.

Posted by on Mar 1, 2023

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5 out of 5
Beautiful, historic facility. Friendly staff and good location to Savannah sites and restaurants

Posted by on Feb 6, 2023

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4 out of 5
The place was very nice and historical. The only issue is that the rooms on the bottom floor do not have climate control in the rooms. Since there are no vents in the rooms, the circulation is done by a fan so things can get stuffy. If you need climate control make sure you verify with the hotel after booking.

Posted by on Mar 15, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Mar 15, 2022 by Jim, General Manager

Fabian, Thank you for the warm words. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay and that we could make you comfortable for your time in Savannah. I did want to point out that the Garden Rooms on the lower level do have air vents in them. Being that the house is almost 200 years old, there was only one main air unit out in for the Garden level. We do keep that at a comfortable setting depending on season and the fans are for extra air flow should a guest need it. We hope to see you back soon. Best, The Ballastone

5 out of 5
Inn is in a beautiful, restored building. Three plus floors but there is an elevator. Beautiful attached courtyard. Rooms are individually decorated and named - Hannah, Savannah, etc. and all staff are accommodating and courteous. This is basically a bed and breakfast not a full service hotel but charming in how things are done. There are usually 3 breakfast choices (included) which are served in one of several designated rooms at small tables - the tea room, the living room, etc. In the heart of the historic district. Rooms are not cookie-cutter and each has its own distinctive look. Highly recommend.

Posted by on Mar 24, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

Mar 25, 2019 by Derek L.

Thank you for the glowing review! We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and especially pleased that you noticed all the little details that distinguish our historic inn from the multitude of "cookie-cutter" properties out there. We hope to host you again as your home-away-from-home next time you are in Savannah!

5 out of 5
It was Beautiful and the staff was excellent....Food was excellent too !!!

Posted by on Mar 19, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

Mar 19, 2019 by Derek

5 out of 5 - wow! Thank you for the perfect score! Our staff and our Chef are flattered by your kind compliments. Come see us in beautiful Savannah again!

3 out of 5
Temperature was too warm in room. Beautiful B&B but too hot.

Posted by on Oct 27, 2018

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Renovations + Closures

This property will be closed from December 11 2023 to December 31 2024 for renovations and will resume operation once the renovation is complete (completion date subject to change).

 

Property Features

There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered on select days. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Ballastone also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and coffee/tea in a common area. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Savannah inn.

  • 1 building
  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1838
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Self parking (surcharge) , Parking (limited spaces)

Transport

  • Train station: Savannah Amtrak Station (5.6 km / 3.5 mi)
  • Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

The Ballastone offers 16 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • 16 bathrooms
  • Pillowtop beds
  • In-room dining
  • Television
  • Cable channels
  • Egyptian cotton linens
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down blanket
  • Shower and tub combination
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobes
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Unique furnishings
  • Unique decor
  • Connecting rooms available

Food & Drink

The inn hosts a free manager's reception on select days.

Room service is available.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 7:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an access code.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 6:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an access code.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 21 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 21 and older are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Restricted number of spaces per unit
  • Number of spaces per unit - 4
  • Front desk opens daily at 8:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 9:00 PM
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Caters to adults only
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Security system
  • Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Gloves are available to guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Minimum guest age is 21
  • Gap period enforced between guest stays - 24 hours

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Secured self parking fee: USD 20 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Ballastone Inn Savannah
  • Ballastone Savannah
  • Ballastone
  • Ballastone Hotel Savannah
  • Ballastone Inn
  • The Ballastone Inn
  • The Ballastone Savannah
  • The Ballastone Inn Savannah

You should know

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 21 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.