I also lived in Savannah from 1980 to 1995, but it has really changed since then. I think the best place to stay would be the Marriott Savannah Riverfront located on the far east end of the Riverfront. I would not stay at the Hilton because it is not a safe place to walk around at night, especially if you are walking from the hotel to the Riverfront. The Hyatt is a nice place, but it is very old. Some good restaurants I remember are Johnny Harris, Elizabeth's on 37th Street (expensive), Carey Hilliards (cheap), The Pirates House (touristy), The Olde Pink House (unique), The Chart House (chain), Spanky's (bar), Mrs. Wilkes boarding house (lunch), Boar's Head. I would also visit Tybee Island on the beach, which is only about 20 miles from downtown Savannah. I don't think it would be a good idea to take the train because of logistics. Why not just drive? Also, don't even think about going to Savannah around St. Patrick's Day unless you have reservations months in advance, you want to spend a lot of money, and you want to be around thousands of drunks. Good luck.
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