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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
(28 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 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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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

7.2 out of 10
Good
(37 reviews)
  • 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 St Joseph's Hospital. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum and Fun Zone Amusement and Sports Park.

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
  • Uga - Bamboo Farm - Bamboo Maze - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Hunter Army Airfield - 16 min drive - 15.2 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
  • ‪Baldino’s Giant Jersey Subs - ‬4 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, a vending machine, and multilingual staff 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 Mar 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Essential Savannah on Mar 22, 2026 start from $100, including 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. 253 out of 480 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 480 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 480 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 480 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 480 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The service here was so friendly and the room was very clean and spacious. We will definitely stay here again when we are in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yogesh

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean , staff welcoming, asked for any suggestions. Breakfast was awesome everything was available till end. Will for sure stay again if needed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Aruna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
All good. Room was clean, breakfast was okay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

My

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Christian

Liked: Staff & service
Kind of old, rundown. Floors and paint scuffed up, shower a little dirty. I think this place needs updated fixtures and furniture, definitely. I did think the bed was comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Deyjhanna

Liked: Staff & service
Weird smell throughout hotel . Unfavorable smell
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Happy with room. Good price. Good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Hunter

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
While the hotel looks nice from the outside the inside is rundown. It looks like they tried to cover up an old motel but did a bad job. If I could get a refund I would. The breakfast was also made to seem like it was top notch but was also lacking. Our toilet didn’t work, the room had water stains on the roof, and there was holes in the wall along with paint on the floor and other details lacking throughout the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Francis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
some aspects of room especially bathroom could you upgrading. Staff were friendly enough
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Bryan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great deal. Friendly, clean. Older building but mostly redone.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New, clean, so friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Porscha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My next door neighbor had a small child that kept banging on the walls with an object or something. Was very disturbing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeff

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
The location is a good location to be in with several restaurants within walking distance. Check-in was quick and easy. Unfortunately after that things weren't all that great. The 1st room I was assigned had a horrible burning chemical smell from the heater and it immediately gave me a headache. The next room they places me in the heater didn't work and the water pressure in the shower was weak at nest. The toilet had a very slow flush. The lights in the room all wasn't working thus making the room dark. With a few fixea this place would be amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nevin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Daisy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

lorna

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are clean, spacious and comfortably. Staff is always pleasant!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean no problems
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025