Savannah Marinas With Fuel Near the Historic District

Savannah marinas with fuel docks, addresses, and boat-friendly access to the Historic District

Which Savannah marinas near the Historic District have a fuel dock?

Five marinas near Savannah's Historic District offer on-site fuel docks with diesel and gasoline: IGY Savannah Harbor Marina (directly across the river from downtown, reachable by free ferry), Savannah Marina on Turner's Creek, Isle of Hope Marina on the Intracoastal Waterway, Safe Harbor Bahia Bleu in Thunderbolt, and Bull River Marina on Wilmington Island. All five sit within a short boat ride or drive of River Street and downtown Savannah.

By Liza DiMarco | July 18, 2026

Savannah's Historic District sits right on the Savannah River, which means boaters get a rare treat: you can cruise in off the Intracoastal Waterway, tie up for the night, and be standing on cobblestone streets under live oaks within minutes. Whether you're passing through on the ICW, running down from Hilton Head, or planning a weekend on the water, here's a rundown of the Savannah marinas closest to downtown — all with fuel dock access — so you can plan your stop with confidence.

IGY Savannah Harbor Marina ⛽

Closest option to downtown. This is the newest marina in the mix, sitting directly across the Savannah River from the Historic District, next to the Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa on Hutchinson Island. A free, dog-friendly ferry runs roughly every 20–30 minutes to River Street, so you can be walking River Street within about 15 minutes of tying up.

• Address: 101 Cay Plaza Suite A, Savannah, GA 31421
• Phone: (912) 275-5810
• Fuel: Full fueling services on-site — marine diesel and gasoline with high-speed pumps, plus in-slip fueling for larger yachts and superyachts.
• Good to know: Accommodates vessels from 30 to 70 feet in a protected inner basin, with no air draft or depth restrictions on the Savannah River, and dockage for superyachts up to 350 feet. Hail the marina on VHF Channel 16 or 72 as you approach.
• → Visit IGY Savannah Harbor Marina

Savannah Marina ⛽

Tucked at the mouth of Turner's Creek, just off the ICW on Wilmington Island, Savannah Marina puts you a short drive from downtown rather than a walk — but you trade that for a quieter setting and a restaurant right on-site.

• Fuel: Fuel dock with diesel and gasoline.
• Amenities: 6,274 linear feet of dockage, with 600 feet reserved for short-term boaters, plus restrooms, showers, complimentary Wi-Fi, a ship's store, and an on-site restaurant and bar. A Publix supermarket is about 0.8 miles away.
• Rates: Around $2.75 per foot per night, with a discounted rate for Boat US members.
• → Visit Savannah Marina

Isle of Hope Marina ⛽

If you want history on both sides of the dock line, this is it. Isle of Hope Marina sits inside its own National Register Historic District, right next to Wormsloe Plantation, and is one of the more sheltered stops on this list — popular with long-distance cruisers running the ICW.

• Fuel: Gas and diesel fuel available at volume discounts.
• Amenities: 4,000 feet of concrete docks, including 600 feet of deep-water face docks and a mega-yacht dock for vessels up to 220 feet, plus water, electrical, and pump-out service at every slip, high-speed Wi-Fi, and a complimentary loaner car for grocery runs or exploring the neighborhood.
• Good to know: Just minutes from downtown Savannah's Historic District by car.
• → Visit Isle of Hope Marina

Safe Harbor Bahia Bleu ⛽

Located in the village of Thunderbolt, a few miles up the Wilmington River from downtown, Bahia Bleu is part of the nationwide Safe Harbor network — a solid choice if you're already a Safe Harbor member or want resort-style amenities.

• Address: 600 Priest Landing Dr, Savannah, GA 31411
• Fuel: Fuel dock on-site, along with laundry, pump-out, restrooms, a ship's store, and showers.
• Good to know: River Street and the Savannah waterfront are about 5.3 miles from the marina, and it's recognized as a Georgia Clean Marina.
• → Visit Safe Harbor Bahia Bleu

Bull River Marina ⛽

Out on the eastern side of Wilmington Island toward Tybee, Bull River Marina is a good stop if you're bouncing between the historic district and the beach — and boaters here consistently mention it as one of the better prices in town for fuel.

• Fuel: Colonial Marine Diesel and marine ethanol-free gas, with volume discounts and after-hours fuel-ups available by phone call.
• Amenities: 30–50 amp power and water at every slip, capacity for boats up to 100 feet, pump-out service, wireless internet, showers, and a boaters' lounge.
• Good to know: Located just minutes from the Historic District and Tybee Island.
• → Visit Bull River Marina on Dockwa

Bonus: The Public Dock at Eastern Wharf

Not every stop needs a fuel dock. Eastern Wharf, the newer riverfront district just east of the Historic District, has its own public dock right on the Savannah River — a convenient spot to tie up for a few hours if you're headed to dinner, the shops, or the riverfront green space at the Park at Eastern Wharf, without needing a full-service marina stay. It's also right next to Upper East River, Savannah's new riverfront residential community — worth a look if you're already thinking about keeping a boat here long-term. (See our guide to Upper East River for more.)

Quick Comparison: Savannah Marinas With Fuel

Fun Destinations Nearby, By Boat

Once you're fueled up and docked, Savannah's real magic is what's within easy reach on the water. A few favorites worth working into your trip:

• Daufuskie Island — No bridge, no cars, just golf carts and Gullah history. It's about 13 miles from Thunderbolt by the Intracoastal, and boaters head for the Bloody Point sandbar on the island's southern tip for a swim, a stroll, or lunch at a dockside spot with live music.
• Little Tybee Island — A short hop south of Tybee, completely undeveloped and only reachable by boat, kayak, or paddleboard. Think driftwood beaches, tidal creeks, and dolphins — without another soul in sight.
• Wassaw Island — A national wildlife refuge with miles of untouched beach, sea turtle nesting grounds, and forested hiking trails. It's one of the last barrier islands on the Georgia coast that's never been developed.
• Shark Tooth Island — A local favorite for families: this shifting sandbar turns up fossilized shark teeth (and the occasional dolphin tooth) right at the surface during low tide.
• Ossabaw Island — Beautiful public beaches with a more managed, off-the-beaten-path feel; the interior is a protected heritage preserve, so tours or advance arrangements are the way in if you want to explore beyond the shoreline.
• Hilton Head & Harbor Town — About 45 minutes north up the ICW, with restaurants and docks built to receive boaters right off the water — the candy-striped Harbour Town Lighthouse makes a good landmark coming in.
• Downtown River Street — Don't overlook the obvious one. Running the Savannah River past Old Fort Jackson, under the Talmadge Memorial Bridge, and along the working port before tying up near the Historic District is a trip in itself.

A word of caution from locals: Georgia's coast has some of the biggest tidal swings on the East Coast — up to 8 feet — so check tide charts before you commit to a sandbar landing, and keep a chartplotter or navigation app running in the shallower creeks.

Planning Your Stop

A few practical notes for anyone routing a trip through Savannah:

• Reserve ahead in peak season. Spring and fall are the busiest ICW travel windows, and slips at the downtown-adjacent marinas fill up fast.
• Hail on VHF before you arrive. Most Savannah marinas monitor Channel 16, and several ask you to switch to a working channel (IGY uses Channel 72) for docking instructions.
• Call to confirm fuel dock hours. Fuel availability can shift with tides, staffing, or seasonal hours — a quick call before you arrive saves a wasted trip to the dock.
• Factor in the current. The Savannah River has real current and shipping traffic near downtown, so time your approach and keep an eye out for container ships if you're heading to IGY Savannah Harbor Marina.

Savannah's mix of downtown convenience and quieter creek-side marinas means there's a good fit whether you want to step off the boat straight onto River Street or post up somewhere calmer with a short drive into town. Check each marina's site or give them a call for current fuel pricing and slip availability before you shove off.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the closest marina to Savannah's Historic District?

IGY Savannah Harbor Marina is the closest, sitting directly across the Savannah River from downtown. A free ferry runs to River Street roughly every 20–30 minutes, putting you in the Historic District within about 15 minutes of docking.

Can you buy diesel and gas at marinas near downtown Savannah?

Yes. IGY Savannah Harbor Marina, Savannah Marina, Isle of Hope Marina, Safe Harbor Bahia Bleu, and Bull River Marina all operate fuel docks offering both marine diesel and gasoline.

Do I need a reservation to dock in Savannah?

It's strongly recommended, especially in spring and fall when ICW traffic peaks. Slips at the marinas closest to the Historic District fill up quickly during these travel windows.

What VHF channel do Savannah marinas monitor?

Most monitor Channel 16. IGY Savannah Harbor Marina asks boaters to switch to Channel 72 for docking instructions once contact is made.

What islands can I visit by boat from Savannah?

Popular boat-accessible destinations include Daufuskie Island, Little Tybee Island, Wassaw Island, Shark Tooth Island, and Ossabaw Island, along with Hilton Head's Harbor Town about 45 minutes up the ICW.

Thinking about waking up to this view instead of just visiting it? If life on the water is more than a weekend idea for you, I'd love to talk through what that could actually look like in Savannah.

Liza DiMarco | Compass Savannah

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About Liza DiMarco Historic District Specialist

Liza DiMarco has worked in real estate since 1998 across four markets — the North Shore of Long Island, Santa Barbara, Santa Monica, and now Savannah — closing over half a billion dollars in transactions for more than 800 clients. She's a Compass agent who opened her own Compass office in the Historic District in 2024, now leading a small team of agents, and she's the Savannah and coastal Georgia Network Partner in The Private Client Network, an invitation-only collective of 300+ top-producing Compass advisors across 80+ luxury markets nationwide.

That network runs both directions: Liza helps clients relocate into Savannah from anywhere in the U.S., and connects Savannah clients moving out with a trusted advisor in their next market.