
Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District
Best for travelers who want immediate access to Savannah’s Historic District, cobblestone riverfront walks, and a single convenient on-site restaurant.
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Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District is a converted 1851 warehouse in downtown Savannah for travelers who want walkable access to River Street, City Market, and the Historic District. Montage Palmetto Bluff is a nationally known luxury Lowcountry resort near Bluffton—read this if you’re choosing between a downtown Savannah base and a branded riverfront resort experience.
Updated · about 42 km (26 mi) apart

Best for travelers who want immediate access to Savannah’s Historic District, cobblestone riverfront walks, and a single convenient on-site restaurant.

Best for travelers who want a full-service luxury resort with multiple restaurants, a large spa, on-site golf and outdoor activities in a Lowcountry setting.
When Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District wins: Choose Hotel Indigo if your priority is exploring Savannah on foot, staying in a converted historic building, avoiding a resort commute, and keeping dining and nightlife within a short walk.
When Montage Palmetto Bluff wins: Choose Montage if you want a branded luxury resort experience with multiple restaurants and bars, a full-service spa, on-site boating and golf, and a nature-focused Lowcountry setting where the resort itself is the main destination.
Bottom line: If the trip is about Savannah’s streets, museums, and riverfront, Hotel Indigo is the practical, central choice. If you want a resort stay centered on spa, golf, and marsh/river recreation, Montage Palmetto Bluff is the clearer match.
| Category | Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District | Montage Palmetto Bluff |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Historic, city-center boutique in a converted 1851 warehouse | Large branded luxury Lowcountry resort and riverfront retreat |
| Location | On West Bay Street in Savannah’s Historic District, steps from River Street, City Market, and Ellis Square | Palmetto Bluff near Bluffton on Mount Pelia Road, next to May River Golf Club |
| Size / rooms | 252 guestrooms (including 57 suites) | 198 air-conditioned rooms and a large range of cottages/residences |
| Audience / age policy | All ages welcome; minimum check-in age 21 for the primary guest | All ages welcome (family-friendly resort) |
| Pools & outdoors | No on-site pool or spa; 24-hour fitness center only | Multiple pools (outdoor), marina/boat activities, hiking/biking trails, golf course access |
| Restaurants & bars | One on-site restaurant/bar (Five Oaks Restaurant & Taproom) with in-room dining | Multiple restaurants (listed as 5), poolside bar(s), 24-hour room service |
| Wellness & spa | No spa on site; complimentary 24-hour fitness center | Full-service spa with massages, body treatments, facials and wellness programming |
| Meetings & events | About 5,879 sq ft of flexible meeting/event space; ballroom and several boardrooms | Conference center and 5,500 sq ft (511 m²) of meeting space; ballroom and meeting rooms |
| Transport & access | Walkable to downtown attractions; no airport shuttle; valet parking only | Resort provides airport transfers (surcharge) and valet; preferred airport SAV |
| Pet policy | Pet-friendly (dogs only, up to two per room; fee applies) | Not published |
Hotel Indigo sits on West Bay Street in Savannah’s Historic District, within steps of River Street, City Market, and Ellis Square.
Use Hotel Indigo when you want to be in the middle of Savannah with most sights reachable on foot.
Montage Palmetto Bluff sits on Mount Pelia Road near Bluffton, with the resort oriented around the May River and Lowcountry landscape.
Choose Montage if you want a nature-and-amenity-focused resort away from downtown traffic and crowds.
Hotel Indigo offers 252 guestrooms in a converted 19th-century warehouse, with a mix of standard rooms and suites.
Expect compact, characterful city rooms and a range of suites suitable for families or couples focused on Savannah sightseeing.
Montage offers a broad set of room types, cottages and multi-bedroom residences across the property.
Montage provides a wide range of room sizes and layouts, from standard inn rooms to multi-bedroom lagoon residences and cottages.
Hotel Indigo’s dining is centered on Five Oaks Restaurant & Taproom and its associated taproom/bar.
If you want many on-site dining options, Hotel Indigo is limited; it’s best for guests who plan to eat out around the Historic District.
Montage lists multiple dining venues (five restaurants in supplier listing) plus 24-hour room service.
Montage is the stronger pick if you want variety of on-site dining and drink options without leaving the property.
Hotel Indigo does not have an on-site pool or spa; outdoor/leisure options are focused on walking the Historic District.
Hotel Indigo works for guests who prioritize city exploration rather than resort-style pools or golf.
Montage emphasizes outdoor recreation—multiple pools, boating, golf, and marsh/riverside activities are core to the property.
Pick Montage when pools, golf, boating and an outdoors-focused resort program are central to your stay.
Hotel Indigo offers a 24-hour fitness center and a neighborhood bar (Five Oaks Taproom) for evening drinks.
Hotel Indigo pairs basic wellness facilities with immediate access to downtown nightlife beyond the hotel.
Montage provides a full-service spa and on-site evening dining and lounge options that define resort nightlife.
Montage delivers a comprehensive on-site wellness and after-dark program for guests who want resort-based leisure.

Hotel Indigo places you steps from River Street, City Market, and museums—ideal for sightseers.

Montage Palmetto Bluff offers boating, golf, multiple pools, and guided outdoor programming on-site.

Montage lists five restaurants and multiple bars plus 24-hour room service; Hotel Indigo has one main restaurant and bar.

Hotel Indigo's converted 1851 warehouse provides immediate access to downtown dining, bars, and tours.
Hotel Indigo—it's in the Historic District with most attractions within walking distance; Montage is a resort outside the city and requires driving to reach downtown Savannah.
Montage Palmetto Bluff has a full-service spa and on-site golf access; Hotel Indigo has no on-site spa or pool and focuses on downtown amenities.
No—both properties accept guests of all ages. Hotel Indigo’s primary guest must be at least 21 to check in.
Yes at Montage (multiple restaurants and bars). Hotel Indigo has one main restaurant/bar and is best if you plan to eat around the Historic District.
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