| laid-back rooms offer free wi-fi and cable tv, along with minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers. other amenities include an outdoor pool and a fitness center. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. parking is free, as is a continental breakfast buffet served in a casual dining room. suites add living rooms with pull-out sofas. just off i-95, this relaxed hotel is 7 miles from the museum of science and history, and 9 miles from sports and events at jacksonville veterans memorial arena. children age 17 and under stay at no extra cost with an adult
Jacksonville International Airport 28 min
Shipwreck Island Water Park (18 min)
Water park Tree Hill Nature Center (18 min)
Trails, gardens, wildlife & a natural history museum for children on a large nature reserve. Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens (19 min)
Vast zoo highlighting local as well as African wildlife with gardens, a train & a kids' zone. Museum Of Contemporary Art Jacksonville (12 min)
Art museum features changing exhibition galleries along with permanent works & a children's area. Friendship Fountain (11 min)
Huge, circular fountain with jets of water as high as 120 ft. & multi-colored lights at night. Dog Wood Park of Jacksonville (6 min)
Roomy dog park offering open fields & a big pond, along with walking trails through the woods. Fort Caroline (23 min)
Memorial commemorating a short-lived 16th-century French fort, with a walking trail & museum. Jacksonville Arboretum & Gardens (15 min)
This 120 acre arboretum provides rustic trails through the woods & labelled plant life. Adventure Landing Jacksonville Beach (18 min)
Aquatic complex chain with additional land attractions including mini-golf, laser tag & go-karts. Autobahn Indoor Speedway & Events - Jacksonville, FL (5 min)
Indoor go-kart racing center offering 2 tracks & modern, Italian-made karts, plus parties & leagues. MOSH (11 min)
Aquariums & exhibits on the body, marine mammals & energy are featured at this popular museum. Florida Theatre (11 min)
Opened in 1927, this historic hall hosts shows ranging from ballet & opera to pop, jazz & country. Southbank Riverwalk (11 min)
1.25-mi. paved promenade along the St. Johns River with art, benches & city & sunset views. Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens (12 min)
Museum showcases 5,000 works of art from all eras in a riverfront site surrounded by gardens. Jacksonville's 'Hands On' Children's Museum (11 min)
Interactive & hands-on exhibits including a castle, grocery store & other kid-friendly play areas. | 
