Savannah Getaway: Midtown's BEST Extended Stay Suites!
Savannah Getaway: Midtown's BEST Extended Stay Suites? Okay, Let's See… (A Seriously Honest Review)
Okay, buckle up buttercups. This isn’t your average, sterile hotel review. I’m talking REAL experience, the kind where you spill coffee on the pristine carpet and realize you’re still wearing your pajamas at 2 PM. We’re diving headfirst into Savannah Getaway: Midtown's BEST Extended Stay Suites (supposedly). Let’s see if it lives up to the hype, shall we?
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(Now, The Rambling Begins…)
First impressions? The building is… well, it’s there. Not exactly a jaw-dropper, but it's Savannah, right? Charming isn't always about pristine facades. Anyway, parking was a breeze, which is a HUGE win in Savannah. Seriously, trying to find parking in the historic district is like a Hunger Games tribute. Car park [free of charge], Car park [on-site], Valet parking: all checked. Thank the sweet tea gods.
Accessibility: Let’s Talk About This, Because It Matters.
This is where I get a little… passionate. My aunt, bless her heart, uses a wheelchair. Accessibility is a deal-breaker. And Savannah, with its cobblestone streets, can be a nightmare. Wheelchair accessible? The website said yes. The elevator? Smooth and easy to find. Facilities for disabled guests: They seemed on top of it. Elevator: Check. Exterior corridor: YES! That's a huge plus for accessibility, makes things less claustrophobic and gives you a quick-escape option. I'll admit, I didn't specifically check the room for ramps or anything, but the initial impression was good. I'd recommend giving them a call before booking if you have specific needs, just to be extra sure. Because, you know, trust but verify, especially when Aunt Mildred is involved.
Cleanliness and Safety: Pandemic Edition
Okay, let's be real. We're all a little germaphobic these days. The website touted all the usual stuff: Anti-viral cleaning products, Daily disinfection in common areas, Hand sanitizer, Hygiene certification, Individually-wrapped food options, Professional-grade sanitizing services, Room sanitization opt-out available, Rooms sanitized between stays, Sanitized kitchen and tableware items, Staff trained in safety protocol, Sterilizing equipment. Honestly, it felt pretty darn clean. I'm usually the first one to spot a rogue dust bunny, and I didn't see any. The lobby looked sparkly. The staff was wearing masks, which is a huge plus. We could have opted out of room cleaning, which is always good these days. Safety/security feature: They seemed on top of it. Security [24-hour]: Always a good thing. CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property: Check.
Rooms: Where the Extended Stay Magic Happens (Or Doesn't)
Alright, the moment of truth. Our room… was a suite. Sizeable. Very important for an extended stay, let's be real. Air conditioning, Alarm clock, Bathroom phone, Bathrobes, Bathtub, Blackout curtains, Closet, Coffee/tea maker, Complimentary tea, Desk, Extra long bed, Free bottled water, Hair dryer, High floor, In-room safe box, Interconnecting room(s) available, Internet access – LAN, Internet access – wireless, Ironing facilities, Laptop workspace, Linens, Mini bar, Mirror, Non-smoking, On-demand movies, Private bathroom, Reading light, Refrigerator, Safety/security feature, Satellite/cable channels, Scale, Seating area, Separate shower/bathtub, Shower, Slippers, Smoke detector, Socket near the bed, Sofa, Soundproofing, Telephone, Toiletries, Towels, Umbrella, Visual alarm, Wake-up service, Wi-Fi [free], Window that opens. Phew! That's a lot. Look, it wasn't the Ritz, but it had everything we needed. The Wi-Fi [free] worked flawlessly (essential!). The desk was a lifesaver for my "work from anywhere" shenanigans. The refrigerator was a good size, perfect for stashing leftovers (because, Savannah food!). I loved the blackout curtains: key for sleeping in. The bed was decently comfortable, maybe a little too firm for my fluffy self. The bathroom was clean, and the shower had good water pressure. I'm not a bath person, so I avoided the bathtub. The decor was a bit… generic. But hey, functioning is more important than fancy when you’re staying for a while, right?
Amenities: The Fun Stuff (And the Not-So-Fun)
Okay, let's get to the fun stuff. This is where things get… interesting.
Pool: Swimming pool [outdoor], Pool with view. The pool was decent. Not massive, but big enough for a swim, and the view of… the hotel's parking lot. Okay, not the most scenic poolside experience. Poolside bar: Rumors of a poolside bar, but it wasn't open during our stay. Boo!
Fitness Center: Fitness center, Gym/fitness. They had a fitness center, which is nice. I, personally, did not venture in, because, you know, vacation. But, it was there.
Spa: Spa, Spa/sauna, Sauna, Steamroom. Aha! So, the website mentioned a spa. I was particularly intrigued by the Body scrub and Body wrap options. I was in need of a serious pampering session. Sadly, the spa seemed to be… temporarily closed. Or maybe permanently closed and the information hadn’t been updated. HUGE bummer. Disappointment level: high.
Dining: Restaurants, Bar. There was a restaurant on-site. A la carte in restaurant, Alternative meal arrangement, Asian breakfast, Asian cuisine in restaurant, Bottle of water, Breakfast [buffet], Breakfast service, Coffee/tea in restaurant, Coffee shop, Desserts in restaurant, Happy hour, International cuisine in restaurant, Poolside bar, Restaurants, Room service [24-hour], Salad in restaurant, Snack bar, Soup in restaurant, Vegetarian restaurant, Western breakfast, Western cuisine in restaurant. The restaurant looked pleasant, a modern diner vibe, but we didn’t end up eating there. I'm a foodie, and Savannah has some AMAZING options. We hit up a local bakery instead. Their Breakfast [buffet] looked decent, but I'm not a buffet person. Room service [24-hour], though? Very convenient if you're feeling lazy (or recovering from too much bourbon – hey, it can happen!).
Internet: Internet, Internet [LAN], Internet services, Wi-Fi in public areas, Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! The Wi-Fi was reliable, which is all that matters. I saw some public Wi-Fi, but I didn't connect to it.
Services and Conveniences: The Little Things That Matter
Air conditioning in public area, Audio-visual equipment for special events, Business facilities, Cash withdrawal, Concierge, Contactless check-in/out, Convenience store, Currency exchange, Daily housekeeping, Doorman, Dry cleaning, Elevator, Essential condiments, Facilities for disabled guests, Food delivery, Gift/souvenir shop, Indoor venue for special events, Invoice provided, Ironing service, Laundry service, Luggage storage, Meeting/banquet facilities, Meetings, Meeting stationery, On-site event hosting, Outdoor venue for special events, Projector/LED display, Safety deposit boxes, Seminars, Shrine, Smoking area, Terrace, Wi-Fi for special events, Xerox/fax in business center, Doorman, Dry cleaning, Elevator, Facilities for disabled guests, Food delivery, Gift/souvenir shop, Ironing service, Laundry service, Luggage storage, The Contactless check-in/out was smooth. The Daily housekeeping was appreciated. I didn't need the dry cleaning or laundry service, but it was nice to know they were available. The Concierge, seemed helpful, but we didn't need to use them. Not a lot of extra frills, which is fine by me, although a great gift/souvenir shop would be a welcome addition!
For the Kids:
Babysitting service, Family/child friendly, Kids facilities, Kids meal. I don't have kids, so I can't personally vouch for this, but they claimed to be family-friendly.
Getting Around:
Airport transfer, Bicycle parking, Car park [free of charge], Car park [on-site], Car power charging station, Taxi service, Valet parking. The location isn't right in the
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Okay, buckle up, Buttercup. This isn't your average, perfectly polished travel brochure. This is my Extended Stay America Savannah trip, unfiltered. Buckle up because it's gonna be a ride.
Extended Stay America - Savannah - Midtown: My Temporary Fortress of Solitude (and Mild Discomfort)
Day 1: Arrival, Confusion, and the Quest for Non-Cardboard Coffee
- Morning (8:00 AM, ish): Arrive at Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV). Okay, first of all, that airport is adorable. Tiny, friendly, like a giant hug. This is already better than the Chicago O'Hare experience. Grab Uber – the driver was a chatty Cathy. Sweet guy, but I swear, he knew everyone in Savannah. We were practically on speaker with his entire social circle during the drive.
- Late Morning (9:30 AM): Check into Extended Stay. Honestly? Not glamorous. Think…cleaner version of a college dorm room. The kitchenette situation is… well, it's there. It involves a mini-fridge that seems to hum a constant opera, a microwave that might or might not explode if you look at it wrong, and a coffee maker that…well, the coffee tastes like it came from a box. A cardboard box. This is a crucial element. The coffee. My morning ritual. My LIFEBLOOD. More on this later.
- Midday (11:00 AM): Attempt coffee procurement. Fail. Wandered around the area, found a… questionable convenience store. Bought a pre-made iced coffee that tasted vaguely of sadness.
- Afternoon (1:00 PM): Decide I must remedy the coffee situation. Start a Yelp search. Find "The Coffee Fox." Salvation! The promise of legit coffee. (Seriously, how did people survive before Yelp?)
- Afternoon (2:00 PM): Get utterly lost. Savannah's grid system seems designed to confuse tourists. Seriously, I saw a woman yelling cheerfully at a pigeon. I related. The heat was starting to get to me.
- Late Afternoon (3:00 PM): FINALLY, find The Coffee Fox. Ordered a latte that made me weep with joy. I’m not kidding. This was a pivotal moment. This coffee was good. Not just "good for chain coffee" good. Actually, good. I sat there, soaking in the air conditioning and the caffeination, and felt like a new woman. (Also, the pastries looked divine. I resisted. For now.)
- Evening (5:00 PM): Strolled around Forsyth Park. Lovely, but those squirrels are aggressive. I swear one tried to steal my water bottle. (Okay, I might have been slightly delusional from the coffee.)
- Evening (7:00 PM): Dinner at a place recommended by the Uber driver (remember him? He knew everyone). "Mrs. Wilkes' Dining Room." Family-style. Expecting stuffy, got a blast of Southern Hospitality. I’ve never eaten so much fried chicken in one sitting. And the sweet tea? Dangerous. Utterly, gloriously dangerous. Felt like I was adopting a family, not just eating at a restaurant.
- Night (9:00 PM): Collapse in my Extended Stay room, utterly stuffed and slightly caffeinated. The opera of the fridge commences. Sleep, hopefully.
Day 2: Historic Hustle and a Double Dose of Coffee Fox
- Morning (8:00 AM): Dreaded the coffee situation. Then, genius. I found a coffee shop, The Coffee Fox is the answer. I grabbed a latte and a pastry. The pastry: perfection. Okay, Savannah is officially winning me over.
- Morning (9:30 AM): Trolley Tour. Okay, I AM a tourist. Judge me. But it’s the perfect way to get a basic overview. The guide was… well, let's just say his jokes were a tad corny. But he was passionate about the history. Savannah is beautiful. The squares, the Spanish moss, the whole vibe. But it's also… haunted, apparently. The stories! The ghosts! I'm officially starting to understand the appeal.
- Midday (12:00 PM): Walked around City Market. Souvenirs, trinkets, and a healthy dose of people watching. Tried some pralines. Sugar overload. My dentist is going to hate me.
- Afternoon (2:00 PM): The Owens-Thomas house tour. I’m a history nerd, so the moment I go inside that house I know what I'm doing! Very interesting, though I was too lazy to take notes. It was hot, and I needed more coffee.
- Late Afternoon (3:30 PM): Coffee Fox again! This time, a cold brew. Chatted with the barista. Savannah locals are genuinely friendly! I mentioned how much I loved the place, and they gave me a free pastry! My love for this city is growing.
- Evening (6:00 PM): The Pirate's House! Tourist trap, maybe? But a fun one. The food was okay. The atmosphere was…well, it was pirates-themed. What more can you ask for? I was surrounded by swashbucklers, I felt like a kid.
- Evening (8:00 PM): Stroll along River Street. Another tourist hotspot, but worth it for the ambiance. The lights, the river, the… overpriced souvenir shops.
- Night (9:30 PM): Back to the room. Fridge symphony. Another night of (hopefully) uninterrupted sleep.
Day 3: Ghosts, Gumbo, and Goodbye (For Now, Coffee Fox)
- Morning (8:00 AM): Coffee Fox. Don't judge.
- Morning (9:00 AM): Ghost tour! I have never been so happy to be spooked. I am a total skeptic, but the stories were so good, and the guide, a woman named Willow, committed. Willow made me believe that something was out there! Amazing!
- Midday (12:00 PM): Lunch. Decided to try a well-rated local restaurant "The Olde Pink House". I order a bowl of gumbo. Okay, the gumbo was decent, but the ambiance was fantastic!
- Afternoon (2:00 PM): Shopping. Went and bought some souvenirs. I got gifts for my nieces.
- Afternoon (3:00 PM): One last stop at The Coffee Fox. Stocked up on beans to take home. Said a tearful goodbye. I will miss you, Coffee Fox.
- Late Afternoon (4:00 PM): Packed my bags. Realized I still hadn’t used the kitchenette. Maybe next time. The hum of that fridge, though… I can't say I'll miss that.
- Evening (5:00 PM): Uber to the airport. Farewell, Savannah! You charmed me. You caffeinated me. You (almost) scared me silly.
- Evening (7:00 PM): Flight home. Already planning my return! The Coffee Fox, the history, the ghosts, the fried chicken… Savannah, you’ve got a piece of my heart (and probably some pralines stuck in my teeth.
- Night (9:00 PM): Back home. Still processing everything. Wishing I was back in Savannah, sipping on a latte. The End. (For now.)
Okay, spill the tea: What *actually* makes Savannah Getaway: Midtown's Extended Stay Suites "the BEST"? (Don't give me brochure jargon!)
Alright, buckle up. "Best" is subjective, right? Like, my best friend considers pineapple on pizza a gateway to nirvana (shudder). BUT, from *my* experience, it isn't just the shiny website. It's the *vibe*. I stayed there last year, and let me tell you, I was in a real pickle – job relocation, apartment hunt gone sideways, the whole shebang. I needed somewhere to crash for like, six weeks. And Savannah Getaway? It wasn't perfect. There was that one time the internet went down right when I was about to Zoom call the boss, which was, uh, not cool. But the *people*... the staff were fantastic! One girl, Sarah, she remembered my coffee order (black, no sugar, thanks for listening, Sarah!). And the location? PERFECT. Everything Savannah has to offer, but not the insane tourist madness right outside your door. It's a true gem. I think. I mean, I wouldn't say my expectations were huge, but I left feeling more relaxed than I thought I could.
Extended Stay... So, like, are we talking a sterile, soul-sucking hotel room? Or...?
Oh GOD, no! I've *been* there, done that, in those soul-sucking corporate hotel rooms. Remember that episode of *The Twilight Zone* where the room never changes? Yeah… Savannah Getaway actually *tries*. Each suite is… well, it *felt* like an apartment. A studio, granted, but with a kitchenette (microwave, fridge, the WORKS for making your own breakfast…or at least microwaving some frozen waffles. I did a LOT of microwaving, let's be honest). The furniture wasn't exactly designer, but it was clean and functional. And the *space*! I could actually move around without tripping over my luggage. Which is, like, the bare minimum, but a HUGE upgrade from some of the shoeboxes I've been trapped in. I did miss my couch, though. But hey, you can't have it all. Right? Maybe, if you get a bigger suite.
Let's talk location. Midtown? Is that code for "far from everything"? Cause I want to see *Savannah*!
Midtown's awesome! Trust me. Okay, so I'm not a local, but I did my research! It's not *right* downtown, which is a blessing if you're driving, frankly. Parking in the historic district? Forget about it! Midtown's a quick drive down, and Ubers are plentiful. I walked a lot, actually. I mean, I *tried* to walk. Savannah's a walking city, right? So much history, so many cute cafes... And the location itself is very close to restaurants and grocery stores too. Which is important when you're not used to the area. I found several restaurants that blew my mind, to be honest. Just try to get ahead of the traffic, trust me.
What about the "amenities"? What's included? Is there a pool? Because... pools are important to me.
Okay, amenities. I’ll be honest, I didn’t use everything. I'm a big reader, so the in-room Wi-Fi (except for when it wasn't, see above!) was crucial. Breakfast... not a big breakfast person, but they had some decent stuff. There's a laundry room – a lifesaver when you're living out of a suitcase! And… and... oh, yeah, the pool! I *tried* to go, but the weather didn't cooperate. But I saw it! It looked nice, which is the important part. Pretty standard stuff, but clean. Parking was free, which is a HUGE win. I hated that. I'm not sure, I think I saw some gym equipment. I didn’t use it (obviously), but it was there. Yeah. Basically, the usual suspects, but done reasonably well.
Pet-Friendly?! Because my furry best friend is coming with me! Details, please!
Yes! YES! They're PET-FRIENDLY! And that, my friend, is HUGE. It’s a game changer! They have a few rules, obviously (leashes, pick up after your dog, the usual), but I saw a few other pups there. You’ll have to check for the pet fees, of course. And I'd call ahead to let them know you're bringing your fur baby. But the fact that they *allow* pets is a massive plus, because let's be real, traveling with a pet is a whole other level of logistics! I don't have a pet. Sorry to those wondering if I used this service. But it was nice to see the other dogs!
What's the biggest downside? Be brutally honest!
Okay, brutally honest time. The biggest downside… hmmm... This is hard. The price is right, generally, but I had the most trouble with the internet. And you know, maybe the cleanliness could've been better. I would get the dishes cleaned ahead of time. And then, you're in an older building, so the insulation wasn’t perfect. You could hear the neighbors, or maybe it was just the air conditioning. I can't tell you how many times I woke up at 3 AM to the sound of some machine running. But this is nitpicking! Nothing that would keep me from staying there again, really. Oh, except maybe the parking, which was a little tight. But hey, you get what you pay for, and for the price? Worth it. They also did a good job on the upkeep throughout my time there.
Would you *actually* recommend this place to a friend? Or are you just being nice?
Oh, I would. Seriously. I've already told a few friends about it. If you’re looking for a reasonably priced, comfortable extended stay place in Savannah without the insane tourist madness… go. It's not the Four Seasons, let’s be clear. But for what it is, it’s a solid choice. It's about finding a place where you can feel, you know, *normal*. Like a place to breathe and recharge. Is it perfect? Nah. But did it give me the space and the support I needed when my life was a chaotic mess? Absolutely. And that's what matters, right? So, yeah, I'd recommend it. Just maybe call ahead about the Wi-Fi situation. And bring your own coffee!
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