Jacksonville, FL

Travel Guide

Photo provided by Ryan Ketterman
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Photo provided by Visit Jacksonville
Photo provided by Visit Jacksonville
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Where to stay in Jacksonville

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Southside

4/5(912 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Southside, St. Johns Town Center and The Avenues are top sights worth seeing.

Southside
Kingsley Plantation featuring camping as well as a couple

Northside

3.5/5(855 area reviews)

Explore historic communities, visit Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, Timucuan Preserve, and state parks, or shop at River City Marketplace. Enjoy easy access to Jacksonville International Airport and Amtrak station.

Northside
Downtown Jacksonville which includes skyline, a city and a river or creek

Downtown Jacksonville

4/5(845 area reviews)

Historic core with major corporations, Downtown Jacksonville offers diverse culinary and nightlife experiences at The Elbow. Explore attractions like Florida Theatre, TIAA Bank Field, and museums, while enjoying convenient transportation options.

Downtown Jacksonville
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Arlington

Mid-century modern architecture abounds in this area, with notable homes by architects like Robert C. Broward. Explore attractions such as Fort Caroline, Jacksonville Arboretum & Gardens, and Tree Hill Nature Center, while enjoying easy access via JTA bus routes and major highways.

Arlington
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American Beach

If you're spending some time in American Beach, American Beach and Spanish Quarter Village are top sights worth seeing.

American Beach
Ponte Vedra Beach.

Sawgrass

Visitors to Sawgrass like its beaches and riverfront, and Mickler Beach is a sight worth a stop.

Sawgrass
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
2.5 out of 5
715 1st St N, Jacksonville Beach, FL
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Jacksonville Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the bar in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,926 reviews)
"Wonderful"

Reviewed on 22 June 2025

Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
Amelia Hotel at the Beach
Amelia Hotel at the Beach
2.5 out of 5
1997 S Fletcher Ave, Fernandina Beach, FL
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Fernandina Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,017 reviews)
"The proximity to"

Reviewed on 19 June 2025

Amelia Hotel at the Beach
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
4 out of 5
225 E Coastline Dr, Jacksonville, FL
The price is SAR 608 per night from Jul 2 to Jul 3
SAR 608
SAR 697 total
2 Jul - 3 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,241 reviews)
"Great location, good food, great experience!"

Reviewed on 21 June 2025

Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Villas of Amelia Island
The Villas of Amelia Island
4 out of 5
8 Amelia Village Circle, Amelia Island, Fernandina Beach, FL
Stay at this 4-star beach vacation home in Fernandina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,016 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Pool area was clean and not crowded. Beachfront was pristine and peaceful. Enjoyed seeing turtles, rabbits and even an armadillo!"

Reviewed on 19 June 2025

The Villas of Amelia Island
Beach 5 Villas - Immaculate 300 steps from the Ocean
Beach 5 Villas - Immaculate 300 steps from the Ocean
4.5 out of 5
441 S Fletcher Ave, Fernandina Beach, FL
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Fernandina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Egan's Creek Greenway ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
17th Wedding Anniversary
"This place was very quaint. Our room was a bit small, the picture made the room look bigger than it was, The beach was a bit further than i thought because i miss read and thought we were on ocean front but at least we only had to cross the road, no counter space, and missing things that you find ..."

Reviewed on 1 May 2025

Beach 5 Villas - Immaculate 300 steps from the Ocean
Vintage Amelia Island Apartments
Vintage Amelia Island Apartments
3.5 out of 5
111 Vintage Wy, Fernandina Beach, FL
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Fernandina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Fernandina Little Theatre and Egan's ...
7.6/10 Good! (46 reviews)
"This property was pretty good, loved the area, pool needed to be cleaned but still enjoyable, nice and not over crowded."

Reviewed on 22 June 2025

Vintage Amelia Island Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Jacksonville

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5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 29%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 47%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 20%
2 - Disappointing
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

I was not happy that the breakfast I paid for was coffee only. This is not acceptable.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Nice to have Starbucks in the morning for an option however no breakfast even tough I paid extra room rate for this option! Noisey a/c unit in room but overall would stay here again and recommend.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Originally from here

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

This is one of the nicest areas of Jacksonville! Plenty of shopping and restaurant options.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

Many homeless people walking around the Hyatt and all over town.

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler

Jacksonville downtown homelessness is pretty rough. Right across from this hotel was the riots