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Jacksonville (Florida) Hotels with 18+ Check-In

When looking to book a hotel in Jacksonville as an 18-year-old, your options are limited. Luckily you do have a few options across various price ranges.

In this guide, we’ll take a look through some of the more popular hotels. We’ve also included a section looking at alternatives to hotels for 18-year-olds before finishing off with some FAQs.

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Important: Hotels may change their policy before we have a chance to update our website. Be sure to double-check the minimum age to check in before booking.

Hotels in Jacksonville with 18+ Check-In

We’ve rounded up some popular hotels in Jacksonville that allow 18-year-olds to check in. You have a few options including plenty located centrally near all of the popular attractions. For each hotel, we’ll list key points on the location, amenities, and areas where the hotel is highly rated.

Important: You will likely be required to provide I.D. and a credit card when checking in.

1. Hyatt Place Jacksonville St. Johns Town Center

Price: Mid | Stars: 3

Located 10 miles from EverBank Field and Jacksonville Beach Golf Club. The hotel is 23 miles from Jacksonville International Airport.

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Swimming pool
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry

2. WoodSpring Suites Jacksonville Campfield Commons

Price: Low | Stars: 2

Located 20 minutes southeast of downtown, surrounded by shopping and dining options. The hotel is 25 miles from Jacksonville International Airport.

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Fitness center
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry

3. Aloft Jacksonville Tapestry Park

Price: Mid | Stars: 4

Located 3 miles from St. Johns Town Center. The hotel is 22 miles from Jacksonville International Airport.

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Swimming pool
  • Fitness center
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry

4. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Jacksonville I-95 South, FL

Price: Low | Stars: 3

Located 10 minutes from downtown. The hotel is 24 miles from Jacksonville International Airport.

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Swimming pool
  • Fitness center
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry

5. Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront

Price: Mid | Stars: 3

Located adjacent to the city’s Main Street Bridge, providing panoramic river views and walkable access to the heart of downtown. The hotel is 15 miles from Jacksonville International Airport.

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Airport shuttle
  • Pet-friendly
  • Swimming pool
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry

6. Tricove Inn & Suites

Price: Low | Stars: 2

Located just off Interstate 95 and 7.6 miles from downtown Jacksonville. The hotel is 23 miles from Jacksonville International Airport.

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Fitness center
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry

7. Studio 6-Jacksonville, FL – Baymeadows

Price: Low | Stars: 2

Located off I-95, Exit 152, conveniently located near many restaurants, beaches, Harley Davidson Store, and Autobahn Speedway. The hotel is 25 miles from Jacksonville International Airport.

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Pet-friendly
  • Swimming pool
  • Laundry

8. Red Roof Inn Jacksonville – Cruise Port

Price: Low | Stars: 2

Located off of I-95 near the JAXPORT Cruise Terminal and the Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville. The hotel is 5 miles from Jacksonville International Airport.

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Facilities for disabled guests

9. Motel 6-Jacksonville, FL – South

Price: Low | Stars: 2

Located conveniently off of I-95. The hotel is 25 miles from Jacksonville International Airport.

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry

10. Motel 6-Jacksonville, FL – Orange Park

Price: Low | Stars: 2

Located 1 mile from Orange Park Mall and 5 miles from Jacksonville Air Naval Station. The hotel is 25 miles from Jacksonville International Airport.

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Swimming pool
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry

Alternatives to Hotels for 18 Year Olds

If you don’t want to stay at any of these hotels, you do have a couple of other options.

Airbnb

You can usually stay at an Airbnb as an 18 year old. Hosts can change their age requirement policy so make sure to check before booking but this is uncommon and most allow 18 year olds.

Youth Hostels

Youth hostels are another great alternative for 18 year olds as their target audience is young people. They are also very cheap but you will have to sacrifice some comfort and privacy.

FAQs

Is it legal for an 18 year old to check in to a hotel?

Yes, it is perfectly legal for an 18 year old to check into a hotel, as long as the hotel allows it.

So why do some hotels have an age requirement of 21?

Some hotels believe people under 21 are not mature enough to behave responsibly in a hotel on their own. Other reasons include lower insurance rates and legal risks relating to underage drinking.

Will I need a credit card to check in as an 18 year old?

Yes, it is likely you will be asked for a credit card when you check in.

Will I need I.D. to check in as an 18 year old?

Yes, there is a good chance you will be required to provide I.D. when checking in.

If you are unsure or have questions for a specific hotel, the best thing to do is give them a call to make sure you’re getting the most accurate and relevant information.