The city of Jacksonville conveniently locates itself less than an hour from great beaches and golf resorts. The downtown area of Jacksonville offers tons of entertainment, dining, and shopping, as well as plenty of affordable hotels.
Some of the most popular hotels in Jacksonville include those near the airport, such as the Hyatt Place Jacksonville Airport. It offers budget rooms and free breakfast. However, to take advantage of the beautiful Atlantic Coast beaches, head east to Ponte Vedra Beach. Here, you will find plenty of hotel options to suit every budget and vacation itinerary, as well as tons of activities nearby for the family.
Traveling by the Jacksonville Airport
The Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) is about 13 miles from downtown Jacksonville, and 35 miles from Ponte Vedra Beach. With flights arriving daily from most major cities across the United States, JAX Airport is a convenient location for visitors. It is close to many popular tourist destinations in the Jacksonville area.
For an overview of the airport and the local area, check out this Hipmunk Guide, where you’ll find booking cheap flights to Jacksonville is easy with Hipmunk.com.
Cheap Ponte Vedra Beach Hotels
Ponte Vedra Beach offers plenty of affordable hotels for visitors in the area. Close to beaches, water parks, golf courses, and other popular attractions, Ponte Vedra has something to offer for everyone. Some affordable hotel options include the One Ocean Resort & Spa, the Hampton Inn – Jacksonville/Ponte Vedra Beach, and the Inn at Mayo Clinic.
The Hilton Garden Inn Jacksonville / Ponte Vedra locates itself near the beach, as well as close to the Adventure Landing & Shipwreck Island Waterpark. Guests have access to on-site amenities such as an outdoor pool, a fitness center, a salon, and dining facilities.
For an affordable stay at a 4-star resort, the 15-acre Sawgrass Golf Resort & Spa offers 510 air-conditioned rooms. For relaxation, the on-site spa offers a full menu of services, such as massages and facials. Golf lovers will enjoy 99 holes of golf, with access to the Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass.
Local Attractions Near Ponte Vedra Beach
Many visitors choose Ponte Vedra Beach for the world-class golf, especially since it is home to the Players Championship each spring. However, there are many other local attractions to keep visitors entertained. The Huffington Post published an informative article about the area, Great Getaways: St. Augustine and Ponte Vedra.
Adventurous families will enjoy the nearby St. Augustine Alligator Farm & Zoological Park, which offers an adventurous zip line course high above the wildlife below. Alternatively, take a ghost tour by a late night trolley through St. Augustine.
For beach lovers, Ponte Vedra offers gorgeous white sand beaches, seaside resorts, and lots of shopping and dining.
Closer to downtown Jacksonville, the Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens is a family-friendly activity for every age. With beautiful botanical gardens, educational programs, and animals from around the world, visitors can spend a relaxing and fun day enjoying nature.
Author Bio:
Shannon Elizabeth has a strong wanderlust and loves to write about her travel adventures in her blog, at GrabMyPassport.com. She also writes for the Hipmunk City Love Project. Born and raised in New York, Shannon spent two and a half years as an expat living in Germany with her fiancée, and now lives in the Northern Virginia area. She loves photography and giraffes, hates vegetables, and dreams of one day moving back to Europe.
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