Review: Andaz Savannah

Atlanta resident and Globalist member here... always wondered about the Andaz Savannah so thanks!! Looks like they’re hard product is not quite Andaz-like as you were saying, their soft product looked to be on point though.

Lucky, what are your favorite global Andaz properties?

I was there last fall as a Discoverist, got a nice corner room upgrade (slightly smaller than the loft). The underutilized pool area was amazing, especially at night. Well-heated, classy-lit and deserted.

I stayed there last year and thought the same thing -- this doesn't feel very Andaz, but it's nice enough.

We stayed in this hotel in September last year while looking around Savannah for wedding venues - your review pretty much sums up exactly how we felt about it (decent, but disappointing compared to other Andaz brands we had visited in the past). We considered hosting our wedding there, but quickly ruled it out after seeing how cramped the pool area was (where the ceremony would have taken place) and being presented with the downstairs windowless basement conference rooms as the dining/dancing area. The nicest "boutique" hotel in the city that we visited is probably the Perry Lane (Marriott) though it's quite a bit pricier. Ultimately we picked the Kimpton Brice (IHG) for our venue, which had nice rooms and a more intimate outdoor space which was perfect for our needs. I paid for all the wedding costs using my IHG credit card, which earned us hundreds of thousands of elite qualifying points that came in quite handy for Spire status as well as booking our honeymoon on points.

Stayed here last month and I guess this is fair, but really opens up a question of whether Andaz has as tight a brand fit as you think they do. I've only stayed at two other Andaz's prior to Savannah: Tokyo and Scottsdale. I loved both of those hotels, but they were very different experiences (understandably since Scottsdale is more of a resort while Andaz Tokyo, while maybe my favorite city hotel ever, wasnt the kind of place I'd imagine spending all weekend at). Scottsdale was probably somewhere in the middle .

I expect Andaz's to be very nice hotels without being over the top pretentious (i.e. St Regis/Park Hyatt), but after that I think after that the brand synergy is tough for me to see.

I think the Perry Lane (Luxury Collection) is my favorite points hotel in Savannah. It’s not right in the middle of things like the Andaz, but it’s definitely walkable.

Had a great experience as a Globalist here. If you wanted natural light in the fitness center, you should have opened the window shades.

Perry Lane 1000x over Andaz. Fun scene at the roof deck too.

This is the only Andaz property I've visited and it turned me off the brand. The room had no sound dampening in the door and walls, so it was difficult to sleep. The staff was just OK and didn't care about the batchelor party staying across the hall that could be clearly heard in the room with both doors closed. For this area of Savannah, I prefer the Hotel Indigo to the Andaz.

Wow! This gives a really interesting insight into the Andaz Savannah accommodations. I will definitely put this on my list when I visit the southeast. It definitely seems like a nicer-than-average hotel without being over the top. Thank you for this information! I have really enjoyed using the website for travel information.

This used to be the independent Avia Savannah. It looks almost unchanged since its opening 11 years ago in 2008. Hard to believe 2008 is "old." I believe it re-opened after re-flagging in 2012 but the changes by Hyatt were pretty minimum. There is some pretty hefty competition in Savannah with the new J.W. Marriott and the recently opened Tribute Portfolio hotel. There's also a Luxury Collection property. Savannah is the new Charleston.

Stayed at this hotel a few years ago. They really cut back on the free snacks. When I was there, you got a few different types of chips, nuts, and chocolate/candy. And that was in a standard room.

This is a general question w/ regards to Hyatt, but is there any downside to booking with Prive for every Hyatt stay, aside from the inconvenience of having to go through someone? Seems like it’s better in every other way. If I have club upgrades available on my account, can I use those with Prive as well?

@Mark P—The Hyatt Prive rate is usually equal to the Best Available Rate, meaning that you might get a lower rate with a corporate rate, AAA rate or other discounted rate (question is whether the hotel credit/other benefits make up the difference, given your status with Hyatt). Additionally, Hyatt Prive rates require a two-night minimum at some brands (e.g., Grand Hyatt).

I died reading that article which was linked about the connecting rooms thing.

I. Just. Can't.

We are staying here right now. The strengths of this property are the staff. They have been consistently friendly and helpful. My only complaint with service was at the time of our arrival, which given that it was a busy holiday weekend, and they were sold out, I guess I can forgive the lack of assistance with our bags at the curb, when we arrived by car.

Snacks initially included a bar and bag of chips, neither of which were replenished the 2nd day, and only the chips the 3rd day. But all drinks have been replenished, thankfully, since we are here in the midst of a 100F heatwave.

As mentioned, the location is very central, which is a major plus, in what is a very walkable city. This is the 2nd time I've stayed in this location, and as just a category 4 Hyatt, I think it is good value. We have also stayed at Andaz hotels in San Diego, and Tokyo and all hotels have had a slightly different takes in terms of a contemporary, boutique feel.

Not sure what exactly an "Andaz" is supposed to be? Each one has a different character to me. Sure, lifestyle, urban, blah blah...but I never found a consistent link from one to the other. Is that a bad thing?

We did our son's rehersal party here before his wedding a few years ago up on the pool deck when it was the Avia. I worked in Savannah for 7 years and now live an hour north of Savannah. Savannah is my pick over Charleston to the north. I love the many squares in Savannah and it even has a New Orleans vibe to the city. Lot's of great places to eat in Savannah too. Hope you guys had a good time.

The pancakes were wonderful during my stay in March. While the rooms are a little bland there is definitely some Southern charm in the little details, and the location is wonderful for exploring that area of Savannah. I also liked the little globalist gift bag that included two local liquor minis as well as a nice local snack to share some of the flavors of Savannah.