| there's a 24/7 convenience store, as well as a fitness room, an outdoor pool and a hot tub. a business center is also available. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. upgraded rooms add separate living areas with pull-out sofas. at the intersection of highway 17 and i-295, this straightforward hotel is 3 miles from jacksonville naval air station and 17 miles from clay county fairgrounds. freebies include parking and hot breakfast. relaxed rooms offer free wi-fi and flat-screen tvs, as well as coffeemakers, microwaves and minifridges
Jacksonville International Airport 33 min
Friendship Fountain (25 min)
Huge, circular fountain with jets of water as high as 120 ft. & multi-colored lights at night. Mandarin Museum and Historical Society (11 min)
In addition to exploring the region's history, this quaint riverside museum showcases local artists. Alpine Groves Park (23 min)
Forested park featuring nature trails, a fishing pier, butterfly gardens & a historical home. Museum of Southern History (14 min) Florida Theatre (25 min)
Opened in 1927, this historic hall hosts shows ranging from ballet & opera to pop, jazz & country. Autobahn Indoor Speedway & Events - Jacksonville, FL (22 min)
Indoor go-kart racing center offering 2 tracks & modern, Italian-made karts, plus parties & leagues. Museum Of Contemporary Art Jacksonville (23 min)
Art museum features changing exhibition galleries along with permanent works & a children's area. Dog Wood Park of Jacksonville (21 min)
Roomy dog park offering open fields & a big pond, along with walking trails through the woods. Tillie K. Fowler Regional Park (12 min)
Wooded hiking trails & boardwalks, plus a playground, visitors center & observation tower. Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens (22 min)
Museum showcases 5,000 works of art from all eras in a riverfront site surrounded by gardens. Southbank Riverwalk (25 min)
1.25-mi. paved promenade along the St. Johns River with art, benches & city & sunset views. Memorial Park (23 min)
Designed by Olmsted, 6 acres of open space along the St. Johns river used for jogging & walking. Adventure Landing (15 min)
Aquatic complex chain with additional land attractions including mini-golf, laser tag & go-karts. Henry H Buckman Bridge (11 min) MOSH (24 min)
Aquariums & exhibits on the body, marine mammals & energy are featured at this popular museum. | 
