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Sonesta Essential Savannah

2.5 star property
Hotel near Savannah Festival Outlet Center in Savannah

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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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480 Al Henderson Blvd, Savannah, GA, 31419
  • Place, Savannah Festival Outlet Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Henderson Golf Club
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Savannah, GA (SAV-Savannah - Hilton Head Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Savannah

Gateway Village stay.With a stay at this Gateway Village hotel, you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Savannah Festival Outlet Center and 9 miles (15 km) of Savannah Mall. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are St Joseph's Hospital and Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum.

What's nearby

  • Savannah Festival Outlet Center - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Henderson Golf Club - 14 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Hunter Army Airfield - 16 min drive - 15.2 miles
  • River Street - 17 min drive - 17.8 miles

Getting around

  • Savannah Amtrak Station - 15 min drive
  • Savannah - Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Riverboat Pizza Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Sonesta Essential Savannah

Hotel near Savannah Festival Outlet Center in Savannah
Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. There's an onsite business center. Free breakfast is served daily. A fitness center, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Sonesta Essential Savannah. Free self parking is available.

This Savannah hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 41 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Sonesta Essential Savannah offers 41 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (6:00 AM - 11:30 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 9:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 50 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number OTC-025388

We should mention

  • 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.

Property is also known as

Hotel Sans
Sans Boutique
Sans Boutique Hotel
Sans Boutique Hotel Savannah
Sans Boutique Savannah
Sans Hotel
Sans Boutique Hotel Suites
The Grand Savannah Hotel
Sans Boutique Hotel Suites
Sonesta Essential Savannah Hotel
Sonesta Essential Savannah Savannah
Sonesta Essential Savannah Hotel Savannah

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sonesta Essential Savannah to the airport?

Sonesta Essential Savannah is 12.5 mi (16-min drive) away from the Savannah - Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sonesta Essential Savannah?

As of Jan 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Essential Savannah on Feb 8, 2026 start from $68.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Sonesta Essential Savannah have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sonesta Essential Savannah.

Does Sonesta Essential Savannah offer free breakfast?

Sonesta Essential Savannah offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Sonesta Essential Savannah?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Sonesta Essential Savannah?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Sonesta Essential Savannah?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Sonesta Essential Savannah have a pool?

Sonesta Essential Savannah does not have a pool.

Does Sonesta Essential Savannah have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Sonesta Essential Savannah to downtown Savannah?

Sonesta Essential Savannah is 11.8 mi away from Savannah.

Sonesta Essential Savannah Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 215 out of 420 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 420 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 420 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 420 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 420 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Diamond

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
I was very impressed by the staff as they are super friendly and were very helpful! I do however wish that some of the amenities would be checked/changed if possible! Overall my stay was pretty average!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jean Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking area was small but safe. Everything was very clean and customer service was exemplary. When our key card didn't work the gentleman at the front desk insisted on trying the new one himself to we didn't have to come down again if it didn't work. We will always stay here when we travel to Florida.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The front desk clerk was extremely pleasant and helpful!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was very impressed with the cleaning of room.but I can't say anything about the breakfast because I slept late . but other than that everything was fine.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fruits are old egg taste strange old? Need a long mirror in room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was super friendly and the bed was comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quenittra

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Cora

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Bo

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Robyn

Traveled with family
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

DEB stay

Love the updates to the property & rooms. I've been staying there (under their former name) since 2007. Although it's updated there's still room for improvement. Our room only had 1 bedside table, in the middle. You could see from the scratched paint on the walls where the ones on both sides of the bed had been removed. The shower door was still old & got stuck when you opened & closed it. You really had to work to get it to open. The air works fine in the lobby & room, but the halls on the floors still remain hot with a dank smell. You can see the vents along the length of the halls, but no air is circulating.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Glenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All were good ,clean room friendly staff, nice shower,parking areas were well lite
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Jessica, was Incredibly awesome. Thank you! 🙂
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Savannah

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Gent at counter was lovely. The place was…bleak.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anema

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really clean and peaceful hotel. Service was great and the staff were accommodating. We felt safe and valued. Very nice rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

COMFORTABLE STAY IN GREAT LOCATION

Great location, spacious rooms and good workspace for remote work. Tidy and clean. Appreciated the fridge and microwave. Ideal location near the I-95 and several restaurants within walking distance. Was a great stopover for the night enroute from FL to NC, would choose to stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Ryan

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Ryan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Took 4 attempts to get a room that both AC and TV worked in. All previous staff had quit and people on property had only been there an hour. Felt bad for them.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Melvin

Minimalistic
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice but smelled like mold a little in my daughter room and the room I had was very nice but the toilet didn’t flush good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Very friendly service! Clean and comfortable room. Breakfast was surprisingly good. Lots of good choices nearby. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Latich D

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I didn't partake of the breakfast so I can't leave a comment. The room was clean and spacious. The hotel was location in a nice area with plenty of restaurants options. The staff on duty seemed kind and accommodating.Over all I had a good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025