SAVANNAH, Ga. – October 8, 2025 – Today, Savannah Georgia Convention Center Authority (SGCCA) and global hospitality leader Hilton (NYSE: HLT) broke ground on the 444-room Signia by Hilton Savannah, expected to debut in mid-2028. The companies also announced the signing of a management agreement for the property, which will serve as Savannah Convention Center’s headquarters hotel and will represent Georgia’s second Signia by Hilton hotel. Owned by SGCCA and developed in partnership with the Georgia World Congress Center Authority (GWCCA), which also manages the Savannah Convention Center, the hotel will be managed by Hilton.
Following the 2024 opening of Signia by Hilton Atlanta, Signia by Hilton Savannah builds on the brand’s Georgia expansion and will bring a premier full-service hotel directly to the convention center’s growing riverfront campus. The upscale property marks the debut of Hilton’s approachable luxury meetings-and-events-focused brand in Savannah and is poised to redefine the guest experience for both leisure and business travelers.
“Today is a grand day for Savannah, Chatham County, and the State of Georgia,” said SGCCA Board Chairman Mark Smith. “This hotel will ensure that our Convention Center will perform at maximum capacity augmenting our vibrant tourism industry and creating upward mobility and prosperity for all.”
“Signia by Hilton Savannah’s signing and groundbreaking represents an integral milestone as we continue to expand our presence across Georgia where Hilton currently welcomes travelers at approximately 270 hotels,” said Amy King, vice president, luxury & mixed-use development, Hilton. “We are honored to partner with Savannah-Georgia Convention Center Authority to introduce the city’s first Signia property in the heart of Low Country and contribute to the city’s continued tourism growth.”
“The addition of the new Signa by Hilton Savannah, along with the recently expanded Savannah Convention Center and three new hybrid ferry’s transporting attendees back and forth across the Savannah River, all help to make Savannah one of the most unique convention experiences in the country. This all adds up to being a game-changer package and giving all planners a new destination to explore,” said Joseph Marinelli, President & CEO at Visit Savannah.
Songy Highroads and Matthews Southwest Hospitality are co-developers of Signia by Hilton Savannah. The property will offer 38,000 square feet of world-class meeting space which includes a 13,000 square foot ballroom, five food and beverage outlets, an outdoor pool and Club Signia, a premium offering for guests that elevates the entire stay. The hotel reflects the Signia brand’s signature blend of modern elegance, elevated amenities, and seamless service. It will be directly connected to the convention center, offering guests immediate access to one of the Southeast’s most dynamic venues for meetings, conferences, and exhibitions.
“Breaking ground on our second Signia by Hilton in Georgia marks a defining step forward for the brand’s growth in the Southeast,” said Meghan Fitzgerald, brand leader, Signia by Hilton. “Savannah’s rich heritage and vibrant energy make it an ideal setting for this elevated hospitality experience. With premium amenities and tailored spaces for meetings and events, Signia by Hilton Savannah will deliver a uniquely refined stay for business and leisure guests alike.”
The future Signia by Hilton Savannah will feature:
Once open, Signia by Hilton Savannah will offer guests the benefits of Hilton Honors, the award-winning guest-loyalty program for Hilton’s distinct hotel brands.
Signia by Hilton Savannah joins the brand’s growing portfolio of exceptional hotels in gateway cities and resort destinations around the world including this year’s international debut of Signia by Hilton Amman and upcoming 2026 debut of Signia by Hilton Indianapolis.
For more information about Signia by Hilton, please visit stories.hilton.com.
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About Savannah Convention Center
Rising on the banks of the Savannah River with unbeatable views of the Historic District, the newly expanded Savannah Convention Center offers 660,000 square feet of state-of-the-art space designed to inspire connection, creativity and commerce. As Georgia’s first LEED Gold-certified convention center, SCC blends Southern charm with smart sustainability, welcoming global events while boosting the local economy. Operated by the Georgia World Congress Center Authority since 2014, the SCC continues to set a bold standard for innovation in the meetings and events world.
About Hilton
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 24 world-class brands comprising more than 8,800 properties and nearly 1.3 million rooms, in 139 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its founding vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, Hilton has welcomed over 3 billion guests in its more than 100-year history, was named the No. 1 World’s Best Workplace by Great Place to Work and Fortune and has been recognized as a global leader on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices. Hilton has introduced industry-leading technology enhancements to improve the guest experience, including Digital Key Share, automated complimentary room upgrades and the ability to book confirmed connecting rooms. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors, the more than 226 million Hilton Honors members who book directly with Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money can’t buy. With the free Hilton Honors app, guests can book their stay, select their room, check in, unlock their door with a Digital Key and check out, all from their smartphone. Visit stories.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton on Facebook, X, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.
About Signia by Hilton
Signia by Hilton is a portfolio of world-class hotels that infuses sophisticated travel and luxurious experiences into every aspect of the guest stay. Each Signia by Hilton hotel offers unparalleled meetings and events capabilities, distinctive design, signature food and beverage experiences, and intentional wellness offerings, all backed by the Hilton name and award-winning Hilton Honors program. Experience Signia by Hilton by booking signiabyhilton.com or through the industry-leading Hilton Honors app. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits. Learn more about Signia by Hilton at stories.hilton.com/signia.
