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The state of Florida is a common vacation destination. WIth 4,514 hotels in total spread across 267 cities and 570 beaches. Florida is a safe state to travel to and has mild temperatures all year round averaging 72.1 F (21 C), making it a haven for surfing, swimming, boating, golfing and other various outdoor activities.
The hotels in Florida are classified by their size, star rating, targeted clientele, ownership, and levels of service. These classifications can help you to choose a hotel, but it’s also important to consider the location of the hotel, its on-site amenities, where it is in relation to the beach or downtown, price, the distance from the airport, and your length of stay.
The most popular hotel chains in Florida are the Marriott Group, the Hilton Group, and the Wyndham Group. From the Maingate Lakeside Resort in Kissimmee, FL which has rooms at $23 a night, to the most expensive, the Little Palm Island Resort & Spa for $1,900 a night, Florida offers hotels for an average price of $221 a night.
The hotels we will be reviewing are in the popular cities of Jacksonville, Miami, Tampa, Orlando, St. Petersburg, Point Port St. Lucie, Hialeah, Cape Coral, Tallahassee, Fort Lauderdale, as well as hotels located in Disney World. Disney World in Orlando sees around 58 million tourists a year making up a majority of the 138 million tourists Florida sees annually.
Want to be one of the millions of tourists enjoying the beach and culture that Florida has to offer? Here are the popular hotels throughout Florida as well as facts to help prepare you for your trip.
Hotels in Jacksonville, Florida
Hotels in Jacksonville can be found on its 22 miles of beach or in its bustling downtown area. You can find hotels in Jacksonville walking distance from popular attractions like the Museum of Science and History (MOSH), the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA), or the Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens, or on secluded Amelia Island beaches. Downtown Jacksonville, which is home to the Jaguars Football Stadium (TIAA Stadium), is a 17 mile drive away from Jacksonville Beach and offers shopping and dining options. It serves as a popular vacation destination situated in Northeastern Florida. Here are 10 of the best hotels in Jacksonville:
- Ponte Vedra Inn & Club—The Ponte Vedra Inn This hotelis located on Ponte Vedra Beach and provides easy access to the beach. The grounds of this hotel are lush and expansive, making it a perfect place for those looking to relax and take in the scenery of the Jacksonville coast.
- The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island— Located on Amelia Island, this hotel offers high end amenities, on-site restaurants, and provides quick access to thirteen miles of beach. This hotel is especially good for families since they provide activities for children, such as Pirate Island and Ritz Kids’ Night.
- Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront— In Downtown Jacksonville right on the St. Johns River, this hotel is perfect for people who want to experience what downtown has to offer. This establishment is pet friendly for folks who travel with their dogs and also has a convenience store on-site just in case you need some late night sundries.
- Country Inn & Suites by Radisson— This hotel is conveniently located right off of I-295 and is an affordable option. With amenities like laundry on-site, a refrigerator in each room, and a free hot breakfast, this hotel is good for those looking to stay for extended periods.
- Marriott Jacksonville Downtown— In the heart of downtown, this hotel is a quick walk to both the Museum of Science and History (MOSH) and the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA). They provide you with a mobile key for a contactless mobile experience and have a painlesspain free check in and check out since both can be done through your smartphone.
- Omni Amelia Island Resort— This resort is secluded for those who want to avoid the noise and hustle of the downtown area. It is perfect for people who golf since it has 3 golf courses on-site and also has its own nature center as well as 23 tennis courts.
- One Ocean Resort and Spa— Only steps away from access to Ahern Beach, this hotel is great for those who seek rest and relaxation. There is a spa on-site that is full service, plenty of restaurants in the area, and you can rent a bicycle to explore the city.
- Element Jacksonville Beach— Right on Jacksonville Beach, this hotel provides plenty of outdoor space to enjoy as well as grills to have a BBQ. This hotel is a great choice for families since kids stay for free. This is a family friendly hotel that also allows pets.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Riverfront— If you want to check out Downtown Jacksonville from the St. Johns River, this hotel provides river taxis. It’s a particularly good hotel for business since it has a large business center with possible catering provided.
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites Jacksonville— Equidistant from Downtown Jacksonville and the beach, this hotel is best for those who want to split their time between exploring the city, and sunbathing and swimming. It is also right off the highway so it’s easy to access other attractions in Jacksonville.
