And, you can literally soak in Savannah charm by choosing a room with a whirlpool or clawfoot tub.

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Rooms are basic but good value, with a retro 1970s character, satin quilts and pastel-coloured paint schemes, and they also have clawfoot baths.

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One interesting aspect of this is that the bathrooms, no matter what the category, are on steroids: clawfoot tubs, walk-in showers, under-floor heating, lots of space.

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Oriental carpets, clawfoot tubs, and rich hues evoke elegance and comfort. (Just like Martha would like it.) Innkeepers are friendlier than the tavern keepers of yore, providing freshly baked cookies and complimentary drinks, too.

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