Located close to Savannah Festival Outlet Center, Sonesta Essential Savannah provides a free breakfast buffet, laundry facilities, and a gym. In addition to a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Located in Gateway Village, a neighborhood in Savannah, Sonesta Essential Savannah is in the suburbs. Travelers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Savannah Festival Outlet Center and Abercorn Common, while those looking for another kind of activity may want to check out Fun Zone Amusement and Sports Park. Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum and Oglethorpe Mall are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Savannah travel guide
480 Al Henderson Blvd, Savannah, GA, 31419
What's nearby
Hunter Army Airfield
18 min drive - 24.4 km
River Street
21 min drive - 31.5 km
Oglethorpe Mall
24 min drive - 20.0 km
Savannah Festival Outlet Center
13 min walk - 1.2 km
Henderson Golf Club
15 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
Savannah Amtrak Station
15 min drive
Savannah - Hilton Head International Airport (SAV)
16 min drive
Restaurants
Burger King
5 min drive
McDonald's
8 min walk
Shell
7 min walk
Circle K
6 min drive
Black Rifle Coffee Shop
3 min drive
About this property
Sonesta Essential Savannah
Hotel near Savannah Festival Outlet Center
At Sonesta Essential Savannah, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, laundry facilities, and a gym. Free in-room WiFi and a business center are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self parking
Express check-out, multilingual staff, and smoke-free premises
An elevator, a TV in the lobby, and a vending machine
Room features
All guestrooms at Sonesta Essential Savannah have comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Heating and fans
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
55-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and refrigerators
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
Things to do
Gym
TV in common areas
Family friendly
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Business center
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Hardwood flooring in room
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
More
1 building
3 floors
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Pillow menu
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
55-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Fan
Free local calls
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Phone
Safe
Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee charged for check-in between 11:30 PM and 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 9:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 75 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Breakage deposit: USD 50 per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Pet deposit: USD 75 per stay
Pet fee: USD 50 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-in fee charged for check-in between 11:30 PM and 11:00 AM
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number OTC-025388
We should mention
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Frequently asked questions
Is Sonesta Essential Savannah pet-friendly?
Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 75 per stay and a fee of USD 50 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Sonesta Essential Savannah?
As of Sep 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Essential Savannah on Oct 5, 2026 start from ₩100,001, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Sonesta Essential Savannah?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 11:30 PM–11:00 AM for a fee.
What time is check-out at Sonesta Essential Savannah?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is Sonesta Essential Savannah located?
Located in Gateway Village, this hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Savannah Festival Outlet Center and within 9 mi (15 km) of St Joseph's Hospital and Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum. Fun Zone Amusement and Sports Park and Abercorn Common are also within 12 mi (20 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Sonesta Essential Savannah Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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The best part of all was the front desk clerk who was super nice and friendly.
Hotel however looked like it has been kind of remodeled like putting lipstick on the pig!! Not finished floors, exposed dry wall corners, showers that barely work and glass doors that were impossible to open and close. Besides - the smell was horrible!!
I guess they were using some air freshener to mask the smell and it was bad. Smelled like Indian spices and some cheap perfume. Really bad. The parking lot smelled like poop … the pictures are very deceiving , it’s not that nice at all. Definitely not my level and I do not recommend this place! Find something else , otherwise you gonna smell like a curry looking and half ass job that construction workers didn’t finish
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Angela
Aug 25, 2026
Liked: Staff & service
First room we were put in smelled like animal urine with Fabuloso cleaned on top of it. We requested a new room and they moved us immediately. The second room was very clean and not a strong cleaner smell.
Good value for price. Slight strong smell when first entered room, but after running the AC it went away. I’m also very sensitive to smells so could just be me. Aside from that the bed was comfortable, breakfast options were great, check-in was smooth and in a good location. The hotel owner/attendant was very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Amanda Anita
Jul 28, 2026
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff very professional, very sweet. Breakfast waffles truly delicious. This was a comfortable bed to sleep in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Anice
Jul 26, 2026
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The staff was nice and friendly. There was a hair in my sheets and in 2 of the towels and a washcloths. The bathrooms could stand a renovation with clean finishing touches.
Location - Excellent location and easy access to freeways, Breakfast from 6am to 9am and includes variety of bagels, muffins, waffles, yogurt, eggs, sausage, gravy, buscuits, cereal, fruit juice. There is drinking water as well. Plenty of restaurants near by like Apple Bees, Hooters, Subway, Hardees
Loud AC , breakfast was ok bagels were hard and don’t recommend yogurt from machine. Comfy bed, clean sheets. Room and bathroom not super clean but not bad. Very friendly staff especially in breakfast area
This hotel is very nice for an evening stay. The rooms are pretty basic but overall clean and the beds were very comfortable. The breakfast was good and the coffee machine was amazing. Very attentive staff. The AC was not working in one of our rooms and they did come in and fix it with a little extra explaining. Definitely could use some updates but overall met our needs
The owner of this hotel is so nice and cares so much about making a good experience for his guests. This is a typical ride side two star hotel. Nice bc the rooms are inside with an elevator. It’s a little old but they are really trying to make it the best experience they can. It was safe. The breakfast had the usual waffle make and eggs and sausage etc. but it also had a yogurt machine with fruit and granola which was nice. They also have a latte coffee machine! For the 98.00 I paid it was a good safe option and pleasant experience at a two star hotel. Rooms are huge so good for families with kids.
Perfect place to stop on a long travel day! Everything was perfect and the manager was very polite and helpful. Kids enjoyed themselves. Proximity to the restaurants and gas stations was very nice! Breakfast was a great selection.