Savannah Hotel Parking Guide: What to Expect and How to Save
Parking in downtown Savannah can add $30–$45 per night to your hotel bill. Here is everything you need to know about parking options, costs, and how to avoid the biggest fees.
Savannah Hotel Parking Guide: What to Expect and How to Save
Parking is one of the most common sources of sticker shock for first-time Savannah visitors. Valet parking at a Historic District hotel can add $30–$45 per night to your bill — that is $90–$135 over a three-night stay, on top of your room rate.
This guide covers everything you need to know about parking in Savannah: what it costs, where the options are, and how to minimize the expense.
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Hotel Parking Costs in Savannah
Here is a general overview of what to expect at different types of properties:
Luxury and boutique Historic District hotels: Valet parking typically runs $35–$45 per night. Self-parking (where available) runs $20–$30 per night.
Mid-range Historic District hotels: Self-parking typically runs $20–$30 per night. Some properties offer valet only.
Hotels on the edges of the Historic District: More likely to offer free or lower-cost parking. Rates vary — always confirm when booking.
Hotels outside the Historic District: Free parking is common. The tradeoff is a longer walk or rideshare to the central squares.
City Parking Options
The City of Savannah operates several parking garages and surface lots in and around the Historic District. These are typically cheaper than hotel parking.
Bryan Street Garage — Located on Bryan Street near City Hall. One of the most convenient garages for the northern Historic District and River Street.
State Street Garage — On State Street, convenient for the central Historic District.
Liberty Street Garage — On Liberty Street, convenient for the southern Historic District and Forsyth Park.
Rates: City garage rates vary but typically run $1–$2 per hour, with daily maximums of $10–$20. Check the City of Savannah's parking website for current rates before your visit.
Free Parking Options
On-street metered parking: Metered parking is available throughout the Historic District. Meters typically run until 8 PM on weekdays and Saturdays; Sundays are often free. Rates are $1.50–$2.00 per hour. Finding a spot requires patience, especially on weekends.
Residential streets on the edges of the district: Some streets on the edges of the Historic District have unmetered parking. These spots are popular with locals and can be competitive, but they exist.
Sunday mornings: Parking enforcement is typically lighter on Sunday mornings. If you are arriving on a Sunday, you may find free street parking more easily.
Tips for Managing Parking Costs
Ask about parking when you book. Always confirm the parking situation before you finalize your reservation. Ask: Is parking included? Is it self-parking or valet? Is the lot on-site or off-site?
Compare total costs, not just room rates. A hotel that charges $150 per night with $35 valet parking costs $185 per night. A hotel that charges $170 per night with free parking costs $170 per night. Always factor parking into your comparison.
Park once and walk. Once you have parked in the Historic District, leave the car for the duration of your stay. Savannah is compact and walkable — you do not need a car to get around.
Use city garages as a backup. If your hotel charges for parking, the city garages are typically cheaper. Check the rates before you arrive.
Consider arriving without a car. Savannah is served by Amtrak and several bus lines. If you are coming from Atlanta, Charleston, or another nearby city, arriving without a car eliminates the parking problem entirely. Read our guide to visiting Savannah without a car →
Book a hotel with free parking. The simplest solution. Hotels on the edges of the Historic District and in the surrounding neighborhoods are more likely to offer free parking. Read our guide to Savannah hotels with free parking →
Parking for Day Trips
If you are making day trips from Savannah — to Tybee Island, Bonaventure Cemetery, or Skidaway Island — you will need your car for those excursions. In that case, having a hotel with free or included parking makes more sense than paying daily parking fees.
Tybee Island parking: Paid parking is available near the beach. Arrive early on summer weekends to secure a spot.
Bonaventure Cemetery: Free parking is available at the cemetery entrance.
Skidaway Island State Park: Day use fee includes parking.
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