THE THUNDERBIRD INN | Stay downtown in Savannah

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Hotel Overview

611 West Oglethorpe Avenue, Savannah, Georgia, United States, 31401

The Thunderbird Inn - Retro-style hotel near Savannah College of Art and Design

The Thunderbird Inn is located in Historic Savannah, on the westernmost boundary of the Historic District. The hotel features kitschy mid-century design and offers free WiFi, free Baker's Pride donuts, and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can walk to several museums and upscale restaurants in less than 10 minutes. The property is pet-friendly, providing a dog run and free dog biscuits. A free city tour stops at the nearby Visitors Information Center. The hotel is 1 km from Savannah College of Art and Design and a 5-minute walk from SCAD Museum of Art.

Additional perks of the hotel

Complimentary wired Internet access

Free use of bicycles

Garden with picnic area

Vintage popcorn maker and gumball machine in the lobby

Tour/ticket assistance

Gift shops/newsstands

Guestrooms

All guestrooms at Thunderbird Inn include premium bedding, air conditioning, and free WiFi. Some rooms have a seating area. Private bathrooms are fitted with a bath or shower, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. Rooms also feature a refrigerator, 43-inch TV, writing desk, and coffee machine.

Other conveniences

Ironing facilities

Heating

Garden furniture

Free toiletries

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Our listed hotels offer a variety of room types—double rooms, family suites, or deluxe options—all with features like breakfast, flexible cancellation policies, and exclusive deals.

King Room

Max:

2 persons

280 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Room Two Queen Beds

Max:

2 persons

280 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

Shower

Coffee machine

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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

City Centre

Savannah2000 ft

Airports

Savannah/Hilton Head International (SAV) 9.8 mi

Hilton Head (HHH) 36.7 mi

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

USD 25 per day

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Security
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Services

Pet amenities available

Dining

Snack bar
Picnic area/ Tables

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Hotel Location

611 West Oglethorpe Avenue, Savannah, Georgia, United States, 31401

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611 West Oglethorpe Avenue, Savannah, Georgia, United States, 31401

City landmarks

Church

Cathedral of St John the Baptist

4500 ft

Park

Forsyth Park

1.1 mi

Market

City Market

2500 ft

Museum

Mercer Williams House Museum

4500 ft

Park

Chippewa Square

3200 ft

Landmark

Ralph Mark Gilbert Civil Rights Museum

4100 ft

Cemetery

Colonial Park Cemetery

3600 ft

Museum

Juliette Gordon Low's Birthplace

2500 ft

Museum

Green Meldrim House

3300 ft

Landmark

River Street Savannah

5200 ft

Park

Johnson Square

3200 ft

Museum

Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters

3900 ft

Museum

Davenport House Museum

4200 ft

Park

Monterey Square

3200 ft

Park

Madison Square

3200 ft

Park

Oglethorpe Square

3400 ft

Park

Reynolds Square

3500 ft

Square

Franklin Square

2100 ft

Park

Telfair Square

3600 ft

Park

Ellis Square

2700 ft

Park

Pulaski Square

3600 ft

Square

Chatham Square

3600 ft

Nearby

301 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd

Savannah Historic District

1900 ft

Church

First African Baptist Church

900 ft

41 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd

Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum

1700 ft

Gallery

Telfair Museums Jepson Center

1800 ft

Museum

Savannah History Museum

1800 ft

301 W Oglethorpe Ave

Savannah Civic Center

1800 ft

Gallery

Telfair Academy of Arts and Sciences

1600 ft

Museum

SCAD Museum of Art

500 ft

Restaurants

Cafe 78

1400 ft

228 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Scad

Vinnie Van Go-Go's

2200 ft

317 West Bryan Street

Spudnik

1500 ft

416 W Broughton St

The Portal

1700 ft

408 W Broughton St

Le Cafe Gourmet

1800 ft

53 Montgomery St

Boomys

1900 ft

409 W Congress St

The Rail Pub

1900 ft

405 W Congress St Building As

FreezN

2100 ft

225 W Broughton Street

McDonald's

2100 ft

246 W Broughton Street

Savannah Square Pops

2300 ft

347 Mlk Blvd

Pie Society

2600 ft

19 Jefferson St

Guest Reviews & Ratings

What Guests Are Saying?

John

United Kingdom, February 2024

7.4/10

The hotel offers modern rooms with basic amenities and some vintage touches, but the cleaning service only happens upon request. The service could be improved to deliver better customer care. The location is superb, in downtown Savannah within walking distance of historical sites, but lacks recommended activities. The dining experience features delicious doughnuts but may need more variety. The facilities are satisfactory.

Rooms

7.0

Rooms are modern with basic amenities and vintage touches, but cleaning only upon request.

Service

6.0

The service could be more attentive to providing exceptional customer care.

Location

9.0

Perfectly situated in downtown Savannah, close to historic sites and the waterfront.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience offers delicious doughnuts but lacks variety in breakfast options.

Facilities

8.0

Satisfactory amenities available for a comfortable stay.

David

United States, July 2023

8.0/10

I had a delightful stay at this hotel. The rooms were tastefully decorated and offered a good variety to choose from, free from any unnecessary furnishings. Housekeeping only came upon request, including fresh towels and a roll of toilet paper. The services were pleasant, with nice perks like free snacks and coffee, but I felt that the customer service could have been more attentive. The location was convenient, just across the street from the Greyhound bus station, making it easy to explore the historical district of Savannah. The dining experience was enjoyable with a selection of delicious donuts, although I wish they had more options available. Overall, a comfortable stay with some room for improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were decorated nicely, and there was a good variety to choose from, free from unnecessary furnishings. Housekeeping only came when requested.

Service

7.0

The services offered were nice, providing free snacks and coffee, but I believe the customer service could have been better.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was very convenient, just across the street from the Greyhound bus station, allowing easy access to Savannah's historic district.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was delightful, especially with the variety of fresh donuts available, but I wished for more options to choose from.

Facilities

The hotel facilities were adequate and functional, catering to basic needs during my stay.