The Marshall House
123 E Broughton St., Savannah, GA 31401
Overview
To call The Marshall House the most fascinating hotel in Savannah is an understatement. The property was opened in 1851 by Mary Marshall, a Savannah businesswoman who moved in the most prominent social circles. Ms. Marshall continued at the helm of her namesake property until 1914. During its colorful history, the property was used as a hospital during the yellow fever epidemics in the mid-1800s and as a Union hospital towards the end of the Civil War. Joel Chandler Harris, author with a complicated legacy known for the famous Uncle Remus Stories, once called The Marshall House home.
The hotel closed in 1957 and the second, third, and fourth floors were closed off, while some first floor businesses remained until 1998.
Later, the property underwent a massive renovation and was painstakingly restored and recreated. Highlights include the beautiful brickwork, ornate staircases, wood floors, fireplaces, guest room doors, and many clawfoot bathtubs from the 1880s. The veranda and gas lights were all reproduced and the Atrium was encased in glass to recreate its one-time use as a courtyard. During the restoration process, many historic artifacts were discovered and are now displayed in a small museum on the property. (Don’t miss it!)
Today, The Marshall House is one of the best hotels in Savannah; a title it’s certainly earned. Guest rooms feature seemingly endless luxury appointments and staff treats each guest as if they were a member of Mary Marshall’s elite social circles. As an added bonus, the property is centrally located in the heart of Savannah’s Historic District. Walk to River Street, City Market, and some of the best squares, restaurants, and historic homes in Savannah.
One note: The Marshall House website claims it just might be a haunted hotel. Guests report seeing spirits, hearing children running, having faucets turn on by themselves, and things of that nature. It’s consistently ranked as one of the most haunted hotels in Savannah and the entire U.S., for that matter. So, you may make a new friend or two while you’re there.
Rooms
Petite Queen: These are the smallest guest rooms, but are big on value.
- One queen bed
- Bath with shower
- Includes all of the Marshall House amenities, but at the best rate
Classic Queen: Warm and elegant rooms, but slightly larger than the Petite Queen.
- One queen bed
- Bath with tub or shower
- Slightly larger dimensions than the petite queen
Classic King: The classic Savannah experience–perfect for romantic getaways and business travelers alike.
- One king bed
- Bath with tub or shower
- Best rate for a room with king bed
Accessible King: Similar to the Classic King rooms, but with accessible options such as the bathroom. Conveniently located on the inside corridor close to the elevators.
- Accessible bathroom and other features
Superior King: The most coveted guest rooms. Located on the front of the building with views of Broughton Street.
- One king bed
- Bath with tub or shower
- Some of the most spacious rooms available
Superior Double Queen: Extra space for family vacations and group getaways.
- Two queen beds
- Bath with shower
- More space than any other non-suite guest room
Broughton Balcony King: The most fun and unique rooms available. Step through large, raised windows onto the beautiful wrought-iron veranda along front of the property. Book early, though, as there are only 6 of these rooms and they fill up fast! Only guests who book the balcony rooms have access to the veranda.
- One king bed
- Bath with tub or shower
- Semi-private balcony with rocking chairs
Luxury King Suite: These roomy sanctuaries have a separate sleeping area and parlor for the ultimate in privacy and comfort. Plus, their location on the back of the hotel means plenty of quiet. There are two of these suites available.
- Bath with shower
- Separate parlor with sleeper sofa
The Mary Marshall Suite: The best suite on offer. Ideal for weddings and other special occasions. Provides access to the balcony on the front of the hotel.
- One king bed
- Original antique clawfoot bathtub
- Separate full-size shower
- Separate parlor with sleeper sofa
- Access to the semi-private veranda
Amenities
The Marshall House’s signature $25 amenity fee includes:
- 2 breakfasts at 45 Bistro (7-10 am). Kids under 12 eat free
- Evening entertainment & nightly wine and cheese reception
5-6:30 pm in the Library - Enhanced high-speed internet access throughout the hotel
- 15% Discount at select businesses on Broughton St.
- Coffee & lemonade in lobby
- Bottled water during your stay
- Full-service concierge and itinerary assistance
In Every Room:
- Full-service concierge
- Enhanced high speed Wi-Fi
- Charging station for electronics
- Bottled water
- Breakfast
- Wine & cheese reception
- In-room laptop compatible safe
- Private label toiletries
- Two robes for use during your stay
- Umbrellas for use during your stay
- Hairdryer & iron/ironing board
- Mini refrigerator
- Wall-mounted flat-screen HD LCD Televisions
Marshall House Entertainment:
- 3 Nights per week: Night History Talk – 5:30-6:30 pm: Mike Mack, local tour guide and historian, and Hugh Osborne, Marshall House Innkeeper, give a fascinating hour-long talk about the hotel’s history and Savannah in general. This occurs during the evening wine and cheese reception and is the perfect way to get the historic facts about the property and the area. No sensationalism or tall tales here.There may be a mention of the hotel’s haunted reputation, though, so do keep an open mind!
- 4 nights per week (days vary), Live Music in the Library – 5:30-6:30 pm: Performances by a harpist, violinist, guitarist, or other musician during our wine and cheese reception.
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