Built in 1790, Washington Square was named in 1791 for the first President of the United States, who visited Savannah in that year. Washington Square had been the site of the Trustees' Garden. Named for the trustees of Oglethorpe's colony the garden was the proving ground for a variety of experimental crops—including mulberry (for silkworms), hemp, and indigo—viewed as potential cash crops for the new colony. Most of these experiments proved unsuccessful. Washington Square is on Houston, between Bryan and Congress Streets. Washington Square was one of only two squares named to honor a then-living person; Troup Square was the other. Washington Square was once the site of massive New Year's Eve bonfires; these were discontinued in the 1950s.

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Planters Inn on Reynolds Square

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"The room was lovely and the staff top notch! I would stay here again in a minute"

Hampton Inn Savannah-Historic District

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"The hotel itself was amazing. Be prepared to pay $48 a night to park your vehicle though. Ouch! The staff were extremely helpful, valet parkers very sweet, and the location was perfect. The ONLY downfall was that it is located next to a soup kitchen, so the number of homeless people outside the property is very high. It felt a little unsafe walking my dog after hours. No fault of the hotels though."

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Greene Square

Admire 19th-century architecture and relax with a picnic at this leafy square, a historic hub for the local African American community.

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River Street Market Place

During your visit to Savannah, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at River Street Market Place. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.

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What's the area like around Washington Square?

Washington Square is located in a historic area of Savannah known for its top museums and popular art scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 1599 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Washington Square?

Adjacent to Washington Square, Marriott Savannah Riverfront is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good options within a short distance include Hyatt Regency Savannah and The Desoto Savannah.

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Expedia has 1599 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Washington Square.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Washington Square, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Washington Square.

What can I see and do near Washington Square?

Owens-Thomas House, Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace and Mercer Williams House Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. River Street, The Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist and Bonaventure Cemetery are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Washington Square. You can watch performances at Savannah Theatre, The Historic Savannah Theater and Trustees Theater if you're interested in local theatre.

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