| functional suites offer separate living spaces with 37-inch flat-screen tvs and pull-out sofas, as well as wet bars with minifridges and microwaves. wifi is available for a fee. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. there's also an indoor pool, an exercise room, a business center and free parking. 4 miles from downtown jacksonville. just off the i-95, this low-key, all-suite hotel is 10. some suites have balconies. free perks include continental breakfast and an evening reception with drinks and snacks
Jacksonville International Airport 30 min
Fort Caroline (26 min)
Memorial commemorating a short-lived 16th-century French fort, with a walking trail & museum. MOSH (13 min)
Aquariums & exhibits on the body, marine mammals & energy are featured at this popular museum. Jacksonville Arboretum & Gardens (17 min)
This 120 acre arboretum provides rustic trails through the woods & labelled plant life. Shipwreck Island Water Park (21 min)
Water park Adventure Landing Jacksonville Beach (21 min)
Aquatic complex chain with additional land attractions including mini-golf, laser tag & go-karts. Tree Hill Nature Center (20 min)
Trails, gardens, wildlife & a natural history museum for children on a large nature reserve. Jacksonville's 'Hands On' Children's Museum (14 min)
Interactive & hands-on exhibits including a castle, grocery store & other kid-friendly play areas. Florida Theatre (13 min)
Opened in 1927, this historic hall hosts shows ranging from ballet & opera to pop, jazz & country. Southbank Riverwalk (14 min)
1.25-mi. paved promenade along the St. Johns River with art, benches & city & sunset views. Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens (14 min)
Museum showcases 5,000 works of art from all eras in a riverfront site surrounded by gardens. Jacksonville Beach Pier (24 min)
Vast, handicapped-accessible wooden deck with fish cleaning stations, a concession area & bait shop. Museum Of Contemporary Art Jacksonville (15 min)
Art museum features changing exhibition galleries along with permanent works & a children's area. Autobahn Indoor Speedway & Events - Jacksonville, FL (10 min)
Indoor go-kart racing center offering 2 tracks & modern, Italian-made karts, plus parties & leagues. Friendship Fountain (13 min)
Huge, circular fountain with jets of water as high as 120 ft. & multi-colored lights at night. Dog Wood Park of Jacksonville (9 min)
Roomy dog park offering open fields & a big pond, along with walking trails through the woods. | 
