Recess Hotel & Club Opened in Historic Manger Building
The newly renovated 221-room property in Savannah emphasizes communal guest experiences and historic preservation.
Updated on Sept. 20, 2026 in Hotels
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In September 2026, Left Lane Development opened the Recess Hotel & Club in Savannah. The property repurposed the 1912 Manger Building to offer a mix of standard rooms, suites, and bunk rooms designed for traveler interaction.
Why it matters
The hotel was designed to create a communal hospitality experience where guests are encouraged to interact with one another. This focus on shared spaces aims to reshape how visitors engage with the city's historic core.
The 221-room property includes 136 standard guest rooms, 23 suites on the 10th floor with 17-foot ceilings, and 62 bunk rooms. A 5,500-square-foot members' club is located on the second floor of the 114-year-old building.
The players
Left Lane Development
This is a real estate and hospitality development firm focused on repurposing historic structures for modern use.
Manger Building
This historic Beaux-Arts structure serves as the site for the new hotel and has stood in Savannah for 114 years.
The details
Developers integrated original mosaic floors and light switches into the Beaux-Arts structure alongside contemporary finishes like a fitness facility featuring cold plunges and saunas. Bunk room guests gain exclusive access to a shared living space called the Rumpus Room.
Timeline
The Manger Building originally opened in 1912.
Left Lane Development opened Hotel Bardo Savannah in February 2024.
The Recess Hotel & Club opened in September 2026.
Travel Outlook
The opening of the Recess Hotel & Club follows the strategy established by the February 2024 opening of Hotel Bardo Savannah, marking another historic renovation project by the same developer. This trend reflects a broader shift toward revitalizing century-old architecture for boutique hospitality.
Travelers interested in the social-first atmosphere should note that 20 of the 62 bunk rooms lack televisions, which may impact room selection for those expecting standard media amenities. Guests seeking additional social features can utilize the shared Rumpus Room living space provided on bunk room floors.
The takeaway
The property highlights how developers can leverage historic architecture to foster social interaction among modern travelers. Guests should review room types carefully when booking to ensure their choice aligns with their preference for communal versus private amenities.
Further reading
For more information on new lodging options in the area, visit Savannah Hotels.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Town & Country.
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