While choosing the best of luxury beach hotels in Jacksonville FL it's important to understand the location of the hotel, its proximity to nearby attractions such as Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, Huguenot Memorial Park and places that will interest your family especially kids. Booking in advance gives you the option of choosing the best rooms at discount prices depending upon the tourist season.

Jacksonville has a sizeable number of luxury hotels which offer great packages for families. One of the best family-friendly options is the Ocean Blue Ii located in 2701 Anahma Dr, St. Augustine, FL 32084. It is standing in the tranquil seaside town of Vilano Beach and it is situated in a quiet and silent residential area of Florida's first coast.

Interesting and cheap hotels for kids

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Hotels such as the Ocean Blue Li can be a great bet when you think of a family vacation in Jacksonville. Rooms mostly have two queen beds with amenities like microwave, mini bar, coffeepot, cable TV, free local phone calls and wireless internet in the lobby. Special rooms for handicap persons are available as well. Pets are allowed in certain rooms as well. All rooms are non-smoking.

Facilities and amenities at hotel services

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While booking hotels for families you may face a certain dilemma related to suitability for all age groups. Castillo Real located in St. Augustine, 530 A1a Beach Blvd is a hotel that stands on 2.2 grand landscape acres fully dedicated to entertainment for all age groups and a location close to most of the attractions. This hotel is also one of the most lavish hotels in Florida, with a touch of the old world charm. It is located close to the St. Augustine's historical district as well.

Attraction visits and scenes from Castillo Real

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General tips for choosing family-friendly hotels

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In order to find hotels near Jacksonville University (2800 University Boulevard North, Jacksonville, FL), one can try out a varied set of hotel services, like Bethelite Hotel and Conference Center, Value Place, Travel Inn, King's Inn Hotel and Motel and other hotels located in Jacksonville Southside.

Jacksonville University area map

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Important activities in the university often call for a quick transit to your destination especially if you have arrived in the city for admissions, seminars, programs or felicitation. One of the popular accommodations is Bethelite Hotel. It is located less than two miles from the University Campus and on Arlington Expressway on the eastern end of Mathew's Bridge.

Hotels in the region around Arlington Expressway

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Located about two blocks away from Jacksonville University is Value Place, on Dames Point Crossing Blvd. Especially if you are planning on a long stay in Jacksonville, this place proves to be of great economic value, and comfortable rooms with electronic security doors, fully facilitated kitchens, televisions, working desks, and hi speed internet connection (24 x 7).

Accommodation facilities Value Place

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Value Place Beach Blvd

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Travel Inn on Arlington University can help you find some of the diverse populations of the city and some of the cheapest room rates. Frequented by young people around the University area, Travel Inn does not match up to services which charge a little higher like King's Inn Hotel and Motel located a few steps ahead towards the East on Arlington Street.

Information on Travel Inn

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Rooms and services at King's Inn

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