Whitemarsh Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Isle of Hope Historic District which includes a garden
Isle of Hope Historic District which includes a garden
Sunrise on Isle of Hope take at 0630 in the summer during low tide. #LikeALocal
It doesn’t take too much imagination to picture a bygone era in which a horse drawn carriage is carrying a Georgian Belle down this Savannah Street. Majestic Southern Live Oak trees line each side arching over to form a living, green canopy high above. Spanish moss hangs down from the branches waving in the sultry late afternoon breeze not unlike grandpa’s wispy grey beard.


The eligible beauty wearing a layered flowing white dress, head back laughing at something someone had called out. One elegant gloved hand holding the reins and the other clutching at her oversized hat which is threatening to blow away in the breeze.


An interesting fact is, that Spanish Moss is neither from Spain nor is it a moss and is instead is a flowering plant in the family of bromeliads. Being an epiphyte it absorbs nutrients and water through its leaves from the air and rainfall. It generally grows upon larger trees in tropical and subtropical climates, native to much of Mexico, Bermuda, The Bahamas, Central America, South America, southern United States, and the West Indies. 


For me Spanish Moss is an unusual plant and one that only grows only in specific locations making it intriguing and slightly mysterious and worthy of a little research and consideration. #nature
Sunset looking across the Moon River from Skidaway Island on the Georgia coast.

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Our pick of the best Whitemarsh Island Hotel Deals

Hyatt Regency Savannah

Hyatt Regency Savannah

4 out of 5
2 W Bay St Savannah GA
The price is NZ$327 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
NZ$327
per night
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,577 reviews)
All was perfect, except $50 a day valet fee. Garage 1 block away was $10 per day

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Hyatt Regency Savannah
The Desoto Savannah

The Desoto Savannah

4 out of 5
15 East Liberty Street Savannah GA
The price is NZ$368 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
NZ$368
per night
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,897 reviews)
Comfy beds, great location, helpful staff and great hotel bar.

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

The Desoto Savannah
Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island

Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island

4 out of 5
130 Shipyard Drive Hilton Head Island SC
The price is NZ$449 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
NZ$449
per night
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Stay at this beach hotel in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,238 reviews)
We have stayed here before. Some changes made took away from the charm. The lobby used to have drop down lights now empty space. Not as warm and inviting. The carpet in the room is now laminated flooring. Again cold and industrial. There used to be night lights under the bedside table but no ...

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island
Marriott Savannah Riverfront

Marriott Savannah Riverfront

4 out of 5
100 General Mcintosh Blvd Savannah GA
The price is NZ$374 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$374
per night
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Stay at this spa hotel in Savannah. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,292 reviews)
Roommate comfortable and clean. Helpful staff. Good location

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Marriott Savannah Riverfront
Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District by IHG

Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District by IHG

4 out of 5
201 W Bay St Savannah GA
The price is NZ$272 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
NZ$272
per night
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,907 reviews)
Great location. Small room but a nice place in the lobby to relax while waiting for my friend.

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District by IHG
Hilton Beachfront Resort & Spa Hilton Head Island

Hilton Beachfront Resort & Spa Hilton Head Island

4.5 out of 5
1 Hotel Circle Hilton Head Island SC
The price is NZ$423 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
NZ$423
per night
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Stay at this luxury resort in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,422 reviews)
This property is very tired and neglected. I wish I had stayed elsewhere. While the staff were all lovely the condition of our room and amenities could not be overlooked. This was not on par with other Hilton properties I have stayed at and Hilton should be embarrassed to offer these rooms to unsuspecting ...

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Hilton Beachfront Resort & Spa Hilton Head Island
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Other neighbourhoods around Whitemarsh Island

Tybee Island Lighthouse and Keepers house

Dutch Island

While there might not be top attractions in Dutch Island, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Wormsloe Historic Site and Bonaventure Cemetery.

Dutch Island
Statue of an Angel Under a Moss Laden Live Oak  Tree , Boneventure Cemetery, Thunderbolt, Georgia, USA

Thunderbolt

You'll enjoy the restaurants and gardens in Thunderbolt. You might want to make time for a stop at Bonaventure Cemetery or Tidewater Boatworks Marina.

Thunderbolt
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Talahi Island

Talahi Island might not have many top sights, but Bonaventure Cemetery and Fort Pulaski National Monument are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Talahi Island
view of the beach

Wilmington Island

Visitors to Wilmington Island appreciate its beaches. A visit to Oatland Island Wildlife Center and Tybee National Wildlife Refuge might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.

Wilmington Island
Isle of Hope Historic District showing a house

Isle of Hope Historic District

You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Isle of Hope Historic District. You might want to make time for a stop at Wormsloe Historic Site or Isle of Hope Marina.

Isle of Hope Historic District
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Blackshear

While Blackshear may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like River Street and Savannah River.

Blackshear


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