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Hotel Bardo Savannah formerly Mansion on Forsyth Park

  • Style: Classic Luxury
  • Built: 1888
  • Rooms: 126
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Excellent luxury hotel. Easily accessible by car and good for sightseeing. Fantastic service. Awesome vibe.

GREAT Overall RankingTop 17% in city EXCELLENT Luxury HotelTop 1% in city EXCELLENT Boutique HotelTop 1% in city EXCELLENT Romantic HotelTop 1% in city EXCELLENT City HotelTop 8% in city GREAT Family HotelTop 11% in city EXCELLENT BedsTop 5% in city MOST ComfortableTop 5% in city EXCELLENT Hotel BuildingsTop 6% in city EXCELLENT AmenitiesTop 8% in city EXCELLENT ReceptionTop 8% in city

In the Fall of 2022 the historic 126-room property began a multimillion-dollar phased transformation and expansion project, offering a new urban resort completed February 2024. The Mansion on Forsyth Park was reimagined as The Bardo, a member of Leading Hotels of the World. The Bardo has 149 guestrooms and a range of food and beverage concepts, including a main restaurant, club bar and lounge, pool restaurant and bar, lobby bar, multiple event spaces, spa and retail options.More than a hotel, Bardo is equal parts urban resort and neighborhood clubhouse. A collection of ephemeral moments, chance encounters, and stirring experiences from morning to night. Moments of exceptional rarity tucked into a historic and beloved Savannah icon.Originally built in 1888 as a private residence for the Lewis Kayton family and converted to a hotel in 2005, the new Mansion on Forsyth Park, The Bardo, will offer a range of amenities and programming. Guests will have access to special events, bespoke local shopping experiences, holistic wellness programming and signature retail offerings. The Bardo will offer holistic wellness programming elevated with luxurious and restorative experiences tailored to each guest. Guests will have the option to relax poolside or indulge at the spa, as well as explore a number of hidden hideaways that will be found throughout the grounds. Ideally located next to the famous Forsyth Park, providing easy access to the park's iconic fountain, lush Spanish moss and wide-ranging green space. From the moment you enter the onyx marble appointed lobby, you will experience the essence of Southern luxury. From celebrated cuisine, to spa pampering and world-class service, every detail is polished to perfection. During their stay, guests can relax in our Poseidon Spa, enjoy a dip in our pool or savor Southern cuisine at our historic restaurant, 700 Drayton. Additionally, the 700 Drayton Cooking School offers group and private cooking lessons for all skill levels. After finding inspiration from the hundreds of original works of art throughout the hotel, guests can purchase the perfect memento to remember their trip from our Grand Bohemian Art Gallery.Inside each of the Mansion on Forsyth Park's 126 lavish guest rooms and suites, you will find the classical refinement of a historic mansion, as well as conveniences for the 21st century traveler. Accommodations feature sumptuous bedding, flat screen televisions, and magnificent furnishings. From wireless Internet access, to concierge service, our upscale accommodations are perfect for business or pleasure.During their stay, guests can relax in our Poseidon Spa, enjoy a dip in our pool or savor Southern cuisine at our historic restaurant, 700 Drayton. Additionally, the 700 Drayton Cooking School offers group and private cooking lessons for all skill levels. After finding inspiration from the hundreds of original works of art throughout the hotel, guests can purchase the perfect memento to remember their trip.

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Guests will embark on a charming experience at the luxurious Mansion on Forsyth Park. Nestled in Savannah's historic district with picturesque homes and cobblestone streets, we are ideally located next to the famous Forsyth Park, providing easy access to the park's iconic fountain, lush Spanish moss and wide-ranging green space. Our hotel exudes Southern hospitality from unparalleled service to elegant accommodations. During their stay, guests can relax in our Poseidon Spa, enjoy a dip in our pool or savor Southern cuisine at our historic restaurant, 700 Drayton. Additionally, the 700 Drayton Cooking School offers group and private cooking lessons for all skill levels. After finding inspiration from the hundreds of original works of art throughout the hotel, guests can purchase the perfect memento to remember their trip from our Grand Bohemian Art Gallery.

Guests making reservations through Five Star Alliance under the "Five Star Signature Package" or "Five Star Signature Suites & Villas" will also receive the following amenities:

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Reservations must be made through Five Star Alliance under the “5 Star Signature Package." Full breakfast is for each guest daily in 700 Drayton and is also available through room service. A $50 credit is provided once per room, per stay and is applicable towards 700 Drayton, Poseidon Spa, or Cooking School. Upgrade, early check-in, and late check-out are subject to availability at time of check-in and departure and upon request.



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  • Hotel Bardo Savannah formerly Mansion on Forsyth Park
  • 700 Drayton Street
  • Savannah, GA 31401
  • United States

Location Summary
Forsyth Park (just across the street).

Business Center

24-hour business center

Banquets & Meetings

Over 8,500 sq. ft. function space. 6 meeting galleries, Private dining at 700 Drayton, and Ideal team-building sites, including 700 Kitchen Cooking School.

Fine Dining On Site

The Mansion on Forsyth Park's cuisine is as artful as its stunning surroundings. At 700 Drayton Restaurant, prepare to savor eclectic specialties complemented by an extensive wine list. The sublime menu offers something special for every meal of the day, including the freshest seafood and regionally inspired delicacies. At day's end, head for our new hotspot, Casimir's Lounge or our elegant Bosendorfer Lounge. Sip a martini as you relax to live entertainment and enjoy views of Forsyth Park from the rooftop marble patio. Day and night, we offer Savannah's most talked-about culinary experience.

Fitness Center

Recharge with a workout in our sleek, 24-hour cardio fitness facility, or stop by for a yoga break just when you need it most.

High Speed Internet

Wired and wireless high-speed Internet access.

Spa Facility

Indulge your senses at Poseidon Spa, located at the Mansion on Forsyth Park. The tranquil environment will transport you to a place of utter rejuvenation. Enjoy an aromatherapy massage, a blissful facial, or pamper yourself with a specialty nail treatment. Poseidon Spa is where Savannah comes to escape from it all.

Golfing

Exclusive tee times at Ford Plantation's Pete Dye-designed golf course.

Theatre Museums

After finding inspiration from the hundreds of original works of art throughout the hotel, guests can purchase the perfect memento to remember their trip from our Grand Bohemian Art Gallery.



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Hotel Amenities

  • - Banquets & Meetings
    - Business Center
    - Meeting Space
    - Disabled Access
    - Executive Retreat
    - Fine Dining On Site
    - Fine Dining Nearby
    - Fitness Center
    - High Speed Internet
    - Pool Outdoor
    - Spa Facility

Available Activities

  • - Biking Touring
    - Boating
    - Dining
    - Fishing Ocean
    - Jogging Running
    - Shopping
    - Theatre & Museums


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What was the mansion on Forsyth before a hotel? ›

The Mansion on Forsyth opened in 2005 as an independent luxury hotel and was redesigned to match the original mansion, which was built in 1888, Day said. The mansion was originally a residence and then a funeral home before becoming a luxury boutique hotel, she said.

Who owns the mansion on Forsyth Park? ›

The Mansion on Forsyth Park is getting a full makeover. Left Lane Hospitality acquired the property, at 700 Drayton Street, in 2022 with plans to completely revitalize the historic hotel.

What is the history of the mansion at Forsyth Park? ›

Originally built in 1888 as a private residence for the Lewis Kayton family and converted to a hotel in 2005, the new Mansion on Forsyth Park, The Bardo, will offer a range of amenities and programming.

What movie was filmed at Forsyth Park? ›

The fountain appears in many films, including The Longest Yard, Cape Fear, Forrest Gump and Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil.

How much did the mansion on Forsyth sell for? ›

The Mansion on Forsyth Park has new owners, ushering in a reimagined vision for the luxury hotel located at 700 Drayton Street. Left Lane, a real estate development firm based in New York City, has acquired the mansion-turned-hotel for $52.5 million from hotelier Richard Kessler of the Kessler Collection.

Did Kessler sell the mansion on Forsyth Park? ›

They broke that trend with the August sale of The Mansion on Forsyth Park in Savannah, Georgia, for $52.5 million. Kessler said that's something still hard for some of the leadership team to digest because of their emotional investment in the property — which is in company founder Richard Kessler's hometown.

Who owns Hotel Bardo Savannah GA? ›

The highly anticipated urban resort welcomed jet-setters seeking an effortlessly luxurious experience and Savannah natives into its exclusive members-only Club Bardo. After acquiring the red-brick Romanesque Revival building in 2022, LEFT LANE transformed the historic property while paying homage to its past.

When did the mansion on Forsyth open? ›

As befits its slightly macabre outward appearance, the building housed a funeral home before opening as a hotel in 2005, and has been renovated since then.

What was the first mansion in the Gilded Age? ›

Lockwood-Mathews Mansion, Norwalk, Connecticut

Known as the very first Gilded Age mansion, the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion was built between 1864 and 1868. It features a mix of architectural styles, including Queen Anne and Gothic Revival.

Who lived in the Pink House Savannah? ›

18th century

The building, built in 1789, was originally known as Habersham House, after its owner James Habersham, Jr., one of Savannah's most important early cotton factors and founding-family members. Habersham lived there until his death in 1799.

What was the largest mansion in the Gilded Age? ›

The biggest mansion during the Gilded Age was the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina. It was built by George Washington Vanderbilt II, a member of the prominent Vanderbilt family, between 1889 and 1895.

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