| pets are welcome for a surcharge. accessed by exterior corridors, the down-to-earth rooms with conservative furnishings feature free wi-fi, cable tv and desks, as well as minifridges and microwaves. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. coin-operated laundry facilities are available. set along highway 1, this straightforward budget hotel is a 5-minute drive from the banks of the saint johns river and 3 miles from the museum of science & history. complimentary perks include parking and a breakfast buffet served in a casual dining area
Jacksonville International Airport 25 min
Fort Caroline (27 min)
Memorial commemorating a short-lived 16th-century French fort, with a walking trail & museum. Friendship Fountain (8 min)
Huge, circular fountain with jets of water as high as 120 ft. & multi-colored lights at night. Florida Theatre (8 min)
Opened in 1927, this historic hall hosts shows ranging from ballet & opera to pop, jazz & country. Jacksonville Arboretum & Gardens (18 min)
This 120 acre arboretum provides rustic trails through the woods & labelled plant life. Treaty Oak Park (7 min)
Community park centered on an oak tree that's more than two centuries old, with a 25-foot trunk. Jacksonville's 'Hands On' Children's Museum (11 min)
Interactive & hands-on exhibits including a castle, grocery store & other kid-friendly play areas. MOSH (7 min)
Aquariums & exhibits on the body, marine mammals & energy are featured at this popular museum. Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens (9 min)
Museum showcases 5,000 works of art from all eras in a riverfront site surrounded by gardens. Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens (16 min)
Vast zoo highlighting local as well as African wildlife with gardens, a train & a kids' zone. Autobahn Indoor Speedway & Events - Jacksonville, FL (9 min)
Indoor go-kart racing center offering 2 tracks & modern, Italian-made karts, plus parties & leagues. Memorial Park (10 min)
Designed by Olmsted, 6 acres of open space along the St. Johns river used for jogging & walking. Southbank Riverwalk (8 min)
1.25-mi. paved promenade along the St. Johns River with art, benches & city & sunset views. Tree Hill Nature Center (15 min)
Trails, gardens, wildlife & a natural history museum for children on a large nature reserve. Museum Of Contemporary Art Jacksonville (9 min)
Art museum features changing exhibition galleries along with permanent works & a children's area. Ritz Theatre & Museum (9 min)
Rebuilt 1921-era facility offering concerts & exhibits documenting local African-American culture. | 
