| the functional studio suites have free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs, and kitchenettes with stovetops and microwaves. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. amenities include free parking and 24-hour guest laundry facilities (fee). some add pull-out sofas. in a commercial plaza a mile from i-295, this casual all-suite hotel is 3 miles from the university of north florida, 8 miles from everbank field (home of the jaguars) and 12 miles from atlantic beach
Jacksonville International Airport 26 min
Florida Theatre (17 min)
Opened in 1927, this historic hall hosts shows ranging from ballet & opera to pop, jazz & country. Jacksonville Arboretum & Gardens (10 min)
This 120 acre arboretum provides rustic trails through the woods & labelled plant life. Friendship Fountain (18 min)
Huge, circular fountain with jets of water as high as 120 ft. & multi-colored lights at night. Museum Of Contemporary Art Jacksonville (17 min)
Art museum features changing exhibition galleries along with permanent works & a children's area. Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens (22 min)
Vast zoo highlighting local as well as African wildlife with gardens, a train & a kids' zone. Huguenot Memorial Park (37 min)
This seaside park offers 70 primitive campground sites, a playground, picnic areas & fishing. Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens (18 min)
Museum showcases 5,000 works of art from all eras in a riverfront site surrounded by gardens. Fort Caroline (19 min)
Memorial commemorating a short-lived 16th-century French fort, with a walking trail & museum. MOSH (17 min)
Aquariums & exhibits on the body, marine mammals & energy are featured at this popular museum. Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park (24 min)
Park offering surfing & swimming in the ocean plus fishing & boating in a lake, as well as hiking. Jacksonville Beach Pier (20 min)
Vast, handicapped-accessible wooden deck with fish cleaning stations, a concession area & bait shop. Adventure Landing Jacksonville Beach (15 min)
Aquatic complex chain with additional land attractions including mini-golf, laser tag & go-karts. Kingsley Plantation (41 min)
Old riverfront plantation with weekend tours & outbuildings such as slave quarters & a barn. Tree Hill Nature Center (14 min)
Trails, gardens, wildlife & a natural history museum for children on a large nature reserve. Southbank Riverwalk (18 min)
1.25-mi. paved promenade along the St. Johns River with art, benches & city & sunset views. | 
