Downtown Savannah is approximately 2 ½ hours from Charleston; 4 hours from Atlanta and Charlotte; 4 ½ hours from Orlando; and 5 hours from Raleigh-Durham.
Delta, US Airways, Continental, United, and American Airlines have flights in and out of the Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport, with many non-stop flights available.
Once you arrive at the Savannah airport, you can choose from the multiple rental car options available or simply hop in a cab to your hotel (downtown Savannah is quite walkable).
It’s a 15-minute ride between the Savannah airport and downtown Savannah.
Beam me up Scotty. If you honestly have access to this technology you’d better bring it along to share with everyone!
Need a place to stay?
We know some awesome local spots for you to get a good night’s sleep.
Looking for a place to crash? The following hotels, located in downtown Savannah, are offering special rates for Geekend attendees. Be sure to mention Geekend when you book your room!
611 West Oglethorpe Avenue
Savannah, GA USA 31401
Location, location, location! The classic, quirky Thunderbird Inn is conveniently located on West Oglethorpe Avenue, just a short walk from River Street, City Market and everything hip in the Historic District of Savannah. Its comfy rooms make it the Savannah inn of choice for many travelers. Look out for their huge neon sign welcoming in us geeks!
- Stay for the full weekend! Rooms are a steal at $79/night on Thursday & Sunday.
- Rates for Friday & Saturday are $129/night.
- Book by calling (866) 324-2661 or using the code “END4″ on their website.
Hampton Inn Savannah-Historic District
201 East Bay Street
Savannah, GA USA 31401
Built in classic Southern style, with reclaimed Savannah grey brick, this hotel has all the charm you’d expect in Savannah’s Historic District. Check out the rooftop pool for great views of the city. Easily walk to all of the Geekend daytime and evening happenings.
- Geekenders get 15% off bookings during the event.
- Visit their website or call 1-912-231-9700 to book.
The Mulberry Inn (Holiday Inn Historic District)
Savannah, GA USA 31401
Situated in the middle of Savannah’s Historic District, this award-winning hotel features free wireless internet and easy access to River Street and all things Geekend.
- Geekenders get 15% off bookings during the event.
- Visit their website or call 1-877-834-3613 to book.
Holiday Inn Express
Savannah, GA USA 31401
The brand new Holiday Inn Express is located in the heart of Savannah’s Historic District and is in easy walking distance to all of the Geekend fun. Enjoy the contemporary Southern style here, in addition to the fireside lobby bar and rooftop pool.
- Geekenders get 15% off bookings during the event.
- Visit their website or call 1-877-834-3613 to book.
