October 20, 2026 — Update: a year after groundbreaking, the Signia by Hilton hotel at the Savannah Convention Center on Hutchinson Island is rising. A new local report gives fresh details on its height and Hilton’s investment, and the hotel is still expected to open in 2028.
What is new
WTOC reported on October 20 that the 444-room hotel will stand 18 stories and cover about 461,000 square feet, taller than the 15-story Westin next door. The station also reported that Hilton has already put $10 million of “key money” (an upfront payment that secures a long-term management contract) into the project. The opening target is still 2028; earlier releases said mid-2028.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand / operator | Signia by Hilton, managed by Hilton |
| Owner | Savannah-Georgia Convention Center Authority |
| Location | Hutchinson Island, Savannah, Georgia, connected to the Savannah Convention Center on the river |
| Rooms | 444 |
| Groundbreaking | October 2025 |
| Opening | 2028 (exact date TBA) |
| Features | Grand ballroom, rooftop restaurant and bar with river views, Club Signia lounge, five food and beverage outlets, outdoor pool, fitness center, more than 34,000 sq ft of event space |
What it means for airline travelers
- Long lead time: nothing is bookable yet, and the hotel won’t open before 2028.
- Getting there: Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) is the closest airport. The sources did not give a transfer time.
- Convention crowds: as the convention center’s headquarters hotel, it will fill up around big events. Check the convention calendar before you plan a stay.
- Loyalty: the hotel will be part of Hilton Honors. The sources did not mention travel-industry or airline-employee rates.
Sources
- WTOC — “New Hilton-managed hotel to rise next to Savannah Convention Center” — wtoc.com
- Hotel Dive — “Hilton breaks ground on Signia hotel in Savannah, Georgia” — hoteldive.com
- Luxury Travel Advisor — “Hilton Expands Signia Brand to Savannah With 444-Room Riverfront Convention Hotel Set for 2028” — luxurytraveladvisor.com
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