| there's an outdoor pool, a bbq area, a gazebo and a screened porch, along with an informal guest lounge and coin-operated laundry facilities. off i-295, this laid-back, family-run hotel in the cedar hills neighborhood is 2 miles from adventure landing and 4 miles from ringhaver park. upgraded units add pull-out sofas. offering free wi-fi and flat-screen tvs, the straightforward studios feature kitchenettes, sitting areas and desks. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am
Jacksonville International Airport 25 min
Henry H Buckman Bridge (17 min) Southbank Riverwalk (17 min)
1.25-mi. paved promenade along the St. Johns River with art, benches & city & sunset views. Florida Theatre (17 min)
Opened in 1927, this historic hall hosts shows ranging from ballet & opera to pop, jazz & country. Tree Hill Nature Center (23 min)
Trails, gardens, wildlife & a natural history museum for children on a large nature reserve. Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens (14 min)
Museum showcases 5,000 works of art from all eras in a riverfront site surrounded by gardens. Treaty Oak Park (16 min)
Community park centered on an oak tree that's more than two centuries old, with a 25-foot trunk. Memorial Park (15 min)
Designed by Olmsted, 6 acres of open space along the St. Johns river used for jogging & walking. Friendship Fountain (17 min)
Huge, circular fountain with jets of water as high as 120 ft. & multi-colored lights at night. Ritz Theatre & Museum (13 min)
Rebuilt 1921-era facility offering concerts & exhibits documenting local African-American culture. MOSH (16 min)
Aquariums & exhibits on the body, marine mammals & energy are featured at this popular museum. Mandarin Museum and Historical Society (17 min)
In addition to exploring the region's history, this quaint riverside museum showcases local artists. Tillie K. Fowler Regional Park (17 min)
Wooded hiking trails & boardwalks, plus a playground, visitors center & observation tower. Adventure Landing (7 min)
Aquatic complex chain with additional land attractions including mini-golf, laser tag & go-karts. Museum of Southern History (13 min) Museum Of Contemporary Art Jacksonville (15 min)
Art museum features changing exhibition galleries along with permanent works & a children's area. | 
