Savannah just scored a pretty big win, and it’s one worth paying attention to. Municipal Grand—one of the city’s newest properties, which opened in 2024—has landed on Travel + Leisure’s 2026 It List, which highlights the best new hotels in the world. That’s no small feat, considering how competitive that list is every year.

What makes Municipal Grand stand out isn’t just the design or the rooms—it’s the energy. Backed by Death & Company, the nationally renowned cocktail brand, the hotel leans hard into a cocktail-forward identity—and it shows. Between Municipal Bar, The Hot Eye, and the rooftop, the hotel isn’t just for visitors—it’s already becoming a hangout for locals, too.

That blend is tough to pull off, but when it works, it really works. Municipal Grand feels like it understands Savannah’s rhythm while still bringing something new to the table. And now, with global recognition, it’s clear the rest of the world is starting to take notice.

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Find the complete list here.

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