Savannah has long mastered the art of effortless charm. Think cobblestone streets, Spanish moss–draped squares, and a cultural scene that balances history with creative energy. With the opening of Municipal Grand, the “Hostess City of the South” welcomes a new kind of stay: design-driven, cocktail-forward, and deeply rooted in place.
Located at the corner of Broughton and Abercorn Streets in the North Historic District (and just moments from The Agency’s Savannah office), Municipal Grand is the ideal launchpad for a perfectly paced weekend in the city.
Check In: A Midcentury Icon Reimagined
Originally constructed in 1961 as the First Federal Savings & Loan Association, the seven-story building brought a modern, abstract design to downtown Savannah—a significant contrast to its surrounding historic structures. Reimagined by AAmp Studio and Choate Construction, the 44-room boutique hotel honors the city’s overlooked post-war modernist legacy with restored granite walls, blue mosaic tile, sculptural columns, and softened curves layered with lush, tropical modernist details.
The result feels at once architectural and inviting. Less of a hotel, and more of a stylish Southern parlor, designed as much for locals as for travelers.
Make Municipal Bar Your Home Base
At the heart of the hotel is Municipal Bar, a cocktail-driven lobby bar and all-day restaurant by the team behind Death & Co. This is where weekends naturally begin, and often end.
Start with a late afternoon cocktail (perhaps the mezcal-forward Jalisco Swizzle variation or a proper Martini service for two), paired with oysters, crudo, or one of the bar’s signature small plates. As the evening unfolds, the space hums with an easy mix of hotel guests and Savannah locals, which is exactly the kind of energy that defines a great lobby bar.
Come morning, brunch leans comfort-forward with French toast topped with ricotta and maple butterscotch, Carolina Gold rice porridge, or a crispy chicken sando finished with hot honey.
Explore Nearby: Art, Shopping & Southern Flavor
Step outside and you’re immediately immersed in Savannah’s most walkable corridor.
Art & Culture
SCAD Museum of Art: A must for contemporary exhibitions in a dramatic former rail depot.
Laney Contemporary: Thoughtful, globally focused shows just a short stroll away.
Sulfur Studios/ARTS Southeast: For those who love experimental and emerging artists.
Dining Favorites
The Grey: Elevated Southern cuisine in a restored Greyhound bus terminal.
Cotton & Rye: Seasonal, ingredient-driven menus with Southern roots.
Husk Savannah: A modern classic celebrating the region’s agricultural heritage.
Shops & Streets
Broughton Street offers a mix of independent boutiques and heritage brands, perfect for an unhurried afternoon between meals and museum stops.
Sunset at the Sun Club
As golden hour hits, head back to Municipal Grand for cocktails at The Sun Club, the hotel’s rooftop pool and lounge. With skyline views, midcentury-inspired loungers, and warm-weather drinks in hand, it’s an easy place to linger, whether you’re easing into the evening or simply taking a pause before dinner plans.
A Nightcap Below Ground
Municipal Grand has just debuted The Hot Eye, a subterranean cocktail den tucked beneath the hotel. With moody lighting, deep red walls, oxblood leather booths, and a state-of-the-art sound system, it is becoming one of Savannah’s most intimate late-night destinations.
Your Savannah Sojourn Awaits
Guest rooms balance midcentury lines with residential warmth. Think green-toned vestibules, red marble vanities, curved showers, and curated minibars stocked for a proper in-room nightcap. Select rooms feature private terraces overlooking Broughton Street, ideal for soaking in the city from above.
With early-year rates starting at $329, Municipal Grand is an especially compelling option for winter and spring travelers looking to experience Savannah at its most relaxed and livable.
Looking to make Savannah your home base beyond the weekend? Our team at The Agency Savannah is just around the corner — get in touch with them today.
