Crowne Plaza
Located just steps to the Jacksonville Landing, the Crowne Plaza is an upscale hotel with special packages for events at nearby All-Tel Stadium. Many guest rooms have balconies with views of downtown or the St. John's River, and there is a Ruth's Chris Steakhouse on site. Guest rooms are large and well-appointed. They include satin eye masks, soothing lavender sprays and nightlights. The hotel has a riverfront pool, complimentary wireless Internet access and a workout area. Many area golf courses are located less than a 15-minute drive from the hotel, including Northern Hills and Pecan Valley, while the TPC Sawgrass complex is about a 40-minute drive.
Crowne Plaza Jacksonville Riverfront
1201 Riverplace Blvd.
Jacksonville, FL 32207
(904) 398-8800
Cpjacksonville.com
Hyatt Regency
Located in the heart of downtown Jacksonville, the Hyatt Regency is a full-service hotel. There is a rooftop swimming pool and whirlpool area. There's also a fitness center with a sauna on site. Some guest rooms overlook the St. John's River, and each room includes an i-Pod docking center. The hotel partners with the First Coast of Golf to arrange tee times at area courses.
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront
225 East Coastline Dr.
Jacksonville, FL 32202
(904) 588-1234
Jacksonville.hyatt.com
Omni
A 4-Diamond property with views of the St. John's River, the Omni Jacksonville Hotel is within walking distance of the Landing and close to area attractions, including All-Tel Stadium, the Times-Union Center for Performing Arts and Jacksonville Stadium. Guest rooms are large. They're are equipped with work stations, wireless internet access (for a fee) and luxury bath amenities and linens. The heated pool overlooks the river. A 24-hour fitness center, business center and multiple restaurants are also available. The hotel partners with the First Coast of Golf to arrange tee times are area courses.
Omni Jacksonville Hotel
245 Water Street
Jacksonville, FL 32202
(904) 355-6664
Omnihotels.com
Wyndham
Located in the eclectic, trendy San Marco district, the Wyndham Jacksonville Riverwalk Hotel offers easy access to boutique shopping, chic restaurants and nightlife. Wyndham guest rooms have views of the St. John's River and downtown Jacksonville. Rooms are well-appointed with large windows and work stations. The hotel has a pool, fitness center, playground and spa. It's located within 20 minutes of many area golf courses, including Deer Park, Pecan Valley and North Hills.
Wyndham Jacksonville Riverwalk
1515 Prudential Dr.
Jacksonville, FL 32207
(904) 396-5100
Wyndham.com
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J.D. Chi is a professional journalist who has covered sports for more than 20 years at newspapers all over the United States. She has covered major golf tournaments and the NFL as well as travel and health topics. Chi received her Bachelor of Arts in professional writing from Carnegie Mellon University and is working toward a master's degree in journalism.
