Hotels in Exton, Pennsylvania

Located in the Southeastern corner of Pennsylvania, Exton is in Chester County on U.S. Highway 30. The city is a western suburb of the nearby Philadelphia and is known as the major shopping district in the area. Exton is home to the Exton Square Mall, as well as a variety of other downtown outlets, and features over a half-dozen hotel options. These hotels provide business, family and leisure accommodations such as swimming pools, complimentary breakfasts, pet-friendly rooms and work amenities.

Holiday Inn Express

• The Holiday Inn Express hotel in Exton, Pennsylvania, is in the heart of the city's downtown area just off of U.S. 30 and State Route 100. The hotel is within a mile of the dining and shopping of the Exton Square Mall and the Main Street at Exton Plaza. Accommodations and amenities at the hotel include free wireless Internet access, complimentary continental breakfasts, a fitness room with stationary bikes and treadmills, a business center with audio and visual equipment, and rooms with multiple bedding options and bathroom amenities and products.

  Holiday Inn Express
  120 North Pottstown Pike
  Exton, PA 19341
  610-524-9000?
  ichotelsgroup.com

Residence Inn - Exton

• The Residence Inn - Exton hotel in Pennsylvania is also in the heart of the city's downtown shopping district, within two miles of three different shopping centers. The hotel is within walking distance of a Chicago-style pizzeria and an Italian restaurant. Accommodations at the hotel include two-bedroom suites with full kitchens and living rooms, single rooms with work areas that include desks, and hotel amenities including free wireless Internet access, a complimentary breakfast service and a business and conference room.

  Residence Inn - Exton
  10 N Pottstown Pike
  Exton, PA 19341
  610-594-9705?
  marriott.com

The Inn at Chester Springs

• The Inn at Chester Springs hotel in Exton is on the east side of the city in the Lionville neighborhood and sits just off of State Route 113. The hotel features 216 rooms over four floors and offers guests a landscaped courtyard, a banquet and party room, a business center and a live entertainment lounge. Accommodations at the hotel include free wireless Internet access, 27-inch televisions and executive suites. The hotel also features the on-site Arthur's Steakhouse restaurant and is within minutes of the Longwood Gardens, the Valley Forge National Historic Park and the Exton Square Mall.

  The Inn at Chester Springs
  815 North Pottstown Pike
  Exton, PA 19341
  610-363-1100?
  innatchestersprings.com

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Hotels Near the Druid Hill Park Conservatory

Escape the hustle and bustle of downtown Baltimore with a trip to Druid Hill Park, covering 745 acres of pristine green territory and dotted with streams, lakes and natural springs. The park is also home to Howard Peters Rawlings Conservatory and Botanic Gardens, where multiple massive greenhouses showcase plants and flowers from diverse environments, including Mediterranean, desert and tropical settings. The site also includes an orchid room, palm house and outdoor gardens. The park is less than five minutes northwest of the city center, and you’ll find an assortment of nearby lodging options.

Moderate Means

• Book a stay at a mid-range hotel, such as Inn at Colonnade Baltimore – A DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, just eight minutes from the park and mere steps from Johns Hopkins University. An upscale lobby greets you, including columns, hand-painted ceilings and marble floors. Fresh-baked chocolate chip cookies are available at check-in as well. You’ll find tennis courts and a running track directly across the street from the hotel. Tucked away on 72 acres in the trendy neighborhood of Roland Park, and just steps from Cylburn Arboretum, the Radisson Hotel at Cross Keys is less than 10 minutes from the Peters Rawlings Conservatory. For recreational enthusiasts, the hotel has tennis courts and an outdoor pool. The hotel also provides free shuttle service to the National Aquarium in Baltimore.

Budget-Friendly

• Find inexpensive accommodations at Motel 6 Baltimore City, a little more than five minutes from the conservatory. Set on the outskirts of downtown, the hotel permits pets, completely free of charge. Kids 17 and under also stay free when with a registered adult. The hotel is within walking distance to a movie theater and Patricia and Arthur Modell Performing Arts Center, which stages major theatrical events, concerts and stand-up comedy shows. Econo Lodge Near Pimlico Racetrack is off the beaten path and 10 minutes north of Druid Hill Park. The hotel provides free continental breakfast each morning and ample parking for large trucks and buses. You are also less than five minutes from Pimlico Racetrack. which features horse racing from April through June.
• Boutique Bash

• Book a stay at a boutique hotel, such as Hotel Brexton and Mount Vernon Hotel, both less than 10 minutes from the conservatory and just outside downtown. Housed inside an ornate Victorian brick building in the neighborhood of Mount Vernon, Hotel Brexton dates to the late 1890s. Guest rooms include upscale toiletries, newspaper delivery and MP3 player docking stations, and your stay includes complimentary European-style breakfast. Based in the same area, Mount Vernon Hotel’s lobby includes a baby grand piano alongside a quaint cafe open for breakfast and dinner. Speak to the front desk staff about the availability of the hotel's car sharing service. For added privacy, reserve a room outfitted with a small loft.

Luxurious Digs

• Treat yourself to lavish accommodations in the heart of downtown, just 10 minutes from the conservatory and gardens. Hotel Monaco Baltimore is near the city’s famed Inner Harbor and housed inside a historic 1906 building that once served as the B&O Railroad Headquarters. The elaborate interior includes massive marble staircases and ornate crystal chandeliers. Some in-room amenities include sweeping views of the city, 12-foot ceilings and deep spa soaking tubs. Also near the Inner Harbor, the Hyatt Regency Baltimore is just steps from Camden Yards. Stay on the hotel’s club level and you’ll have access to a private lounge with free breakfast, and appetizers and drinks are served throughout the day. Many of the rooms have MP3 player docking stations, plush bathrobes and vistas of the water or city. Enjoy a cocktail as you lounge by the outdoor pool or print your boarding pass from the comfort of the lobby using the Hyatt Fast Board kiosk.

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Hotels Near the Pirate City Training Complex

The laid-back town of Bradenton, Florida, is struck with spring fever each year when the Pittsburgh Pirates arrive with bats and balls in hand. The town’s state-of-the-art Pirate City Training Complex, outfitted with the 6,562-seat McKechnie Field and four practice fields, serves as the team’s spring training venue throughout February and March. From June through August, the Gulf Coast League Pirates, the Pirates’ minor league affiliate, call the complex home. Choose from an array of nearby lodging options, many of which are less than a 15-minute car ride away.

Who’s On First?

• A number of hotels are on First Street, less than 10 minutes from the training complex. Days Inn Bradenton – Near the Gulf has an on-site cafe and is next door to a handful of fast food restaurants. The hotel allows kids 17 and under to stay for free and permits pets of 60 pounds or less for a fee. Enjoy a host of recreational amenities at Siesta Inn and Suites, including tennis and shuffleboard courts and a heated outdoor pool with a sundeck. Guests also receive free passes to a nearby gym. End the day with a drink at the hotel’s outdoor bar.

Waterfront Digs

• Book a room on the banks of the Manatee River. Less than 15 minutes from the stadium, in the adjacent town of Ellenton, Sleep Inn and Suites Riverfront provides a complimentary hot breakfast each morning and a free newspaper on weekdays. All rooms include microwaves and refrigerators, and some have whirlpool tubs. The Courtyard Bradenton Sarasota/Riverfront is about five minutes from the complex. Take a dip in the outdoor pool with sweeping views of the river or enjoy outdoor dining at the barbecues and picnic area in the courtyard. In addition to an on-site bistro and bar, the hotel has a coffeehouse and sundries store.
• Penny Pinching

• Enjoy budget-friendly accommodations throughout Bradenton. Kids 17 and under stay free at Motel 6 Bradenton as long as they occupy the same room as a family member. Pets also stay free of charge. Some of the rooms have microwaves and refrigerators. There’s also an outdoor pool lined with lounge chairs. Sunrise Inn provides basic accommodations at discounted rates. Take a swim in the outdoor pool or wash your clothes in the guest laundry facilities. The parking lot has ample room for large trucks. Both hotels are just a little more than five minutes away from the baseball stadium.

Shopaholics

• Stay near Ellenton Premium Outlets, an outdoor outlet mall with approximately 130 shops. Comfort Inn Near Ellenton Outlet Mall serves a free hot breakfast each morning and is just a few minutes from an assortment of sit-down restaurants. Some rooms include kitchenettes and whirlpool bathtubs. Guest laundry facilities and an outdoor pool are also on site. Best Western Plus Bradenton Hotel and Suites permits up to two dogs per room, with a weight limit of 40 pounds, for a fee. Additional pets may be allowed based on the discretion of the front desk staff. The hotel offers a complimentary hot breakfast and late checkout upon request. Both hotels are just under 10 minutes from the baseball complex.

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Motels on Route 66 in Williams, Arizona

The flashing neon lights signaling a "motor hotel" were a welcome relief to the automobile traveler driving along Route 66 in its heyday in the 1950s. While some towns and motels along the famous route are frequented only by the whistling wind, the Arizona city of Williams thrives and many of its original motels sport modern amenities to welcome today's traveler.

In the Forest

• Built in the 1940s, Canyon Motel and RV park tucks into the tall ponderosa pines at the east end of town. Constructed from flagstone rock, three motel rooms are grouped together in each free-standing cottage. The fully modernized rooms have one king or one double bed as well as a pullout sofa. Railroad enthusiasts can enjoy a night in an authentic train car or caboose that sleeps up to six people. The facility has a campsite as well as an indoor pool, horseshoe pit, laundry and playground.

On the Western Edge

• Built in 1950 but fully restored in 2011, the Highlander Motel still sports its original neon sign. The motel's 11 rooms brim with Southwestern flair and have two double beds or one queen bed. Each room comes with a refrigerator, microwave and coffeemaker for enjoying an in-room snack. Kick back and relax in your room with cable TV and Wi-Fi or walk to restaurants and shops in the city's historic downtown just outside your door.
• Bring the Whole Family

• Route 66 Inn lies just two blocks from the Amtrak shuttle station in town, making it a convenient place to hang your hat when riding the rails across the country. The hotel has rooms ranging from one to four beds to suit your party's size. Each room has in its own unique style that retains the flavor of yesteryear with old-fashioned furniture and appointments. The motel has a memorabilia shop dedicated to all things Route 66 where you can pick up souvenirs. If you want to visit the Grand Canyon while you're in the area, the Grand Canyon Railway is just across the street from the motel.

In the Lap of Luxury

• If you suffer from allergies, you can breathe easy at the Lodge on Route 66. All rooms are non-smoking and pets are not allowed in the rooms. Relax on a pillow-top mattress in a fully modernized room that features solid wood furniture, Turkish travertine countertops, hardwood flooring and upscale decorator touches. For a special night, enjoy a suite with fireplace, stainless steel kitchen appliances, double-head walk-in showers and whirlpool tub. The motel lies less than a mile east of the Grand Canyon Railway depot.

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Hotels Near Shipwreck Island Waterpark in Panama City Beach, Florida

While you can spend the day on the white sand beaches of Panama City Beach, Florida, high-octane thrills are also on hand at the city’s 20-acre Shipwreck Island Waterpark between April and September. In addition to a 500,000-gallon wave pool, 2,000-foot lazy river and racing tube and body water slides, the tropical-themed water park is home to Skull Island, an activity pool with kiddie slides and water cannons, and the Great Shipwreck, a replica of a 17th century ship guests can swing off of into a lagoon. You’ll find an array of hotels less than five minutes from the park.

Up Close and Personal

• Beachtower Resort Motel is spread across 200 feet of beachfront property. All of the guest rooms have kitchens or kitchenettes, and some have private balconies with gulf views. Set along the water, the outdoor pool has a bar and sundeck. Each of the guest rooms at the all-suite Holiday Terrace Motel have kitchenettes and sweeping vistas of the gulf. The quirky yet cozy hotel has a lobby outfitted with an old-fashioned automobile, fireplace and rocking chairs that look out over the water. Less than five minutes by car, Beachtower Resort and Holiday Terrace are the closest hotels to the park.

Front and Center

• Some hotels are set in the heart of Front Beach Road, the city's main thoroughfare. The massive Edgewater Beach and Golf Resort covers 110 acres, including a half-acre of private beach. The resort is home to an assortment of recreational amenities, including a golf course, tennis and shuffleboard courts and 11 swimming pools. Complimentary transportation shuttles you around the enormous property. Set on 650 feet of beachfront property, Grand Panama Beach Resort provides one-, two-, three- and four-bedroom guest rooms. Cook meals on the outdoor grills or dine at the two on-site restaurants, a casual cafe and upscale seafood eatery.

East Enders

• Book a hotel on the eastern section of Front Beach Road. Holiday Inn Resort Panama City Beach has a Polynesian theme and a host of recreational amenities, including a massive pool with a cascading waterfall and water playground with a dump bucket, geysers and fountains. Sign little ones up for Splash Kids’ Club, a special summertime club that stages arts and craft workshops and themed lunches. Children also receive milk and cookies before bedtime from the mascot Splash the Dolphin. Tucked away on 650 feet of private white sand beaches, Majestic Beach Resort is also home to five swimming pools, including a kiddie pool and two heated indoor pools.

West Side Story

• On the west end of Front Beach Road, Chateau Motel stretches across 500 feet of sandy beach shores. The lively hotel provides entertainment throughout the year in the form of poolside karaoke, outdoor movie screenings and beach volleyball courts. Some of the rooms are pet-friendly. Nearby Paradise Palms offers an assortment of free perks, such as outdoor movie screenings during warm weather and snacks each morning of your stay. A costumed pirate walks around the premises while pausing for pictures. All of the rooms have private balconies or decks with panoramas of the water.

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Hotels Around Splash Zone Waterpark

Soak up the Atlantic Ocean breezes along the bustling boardwalk in Wildwood, New Jersey -- 38 blocks dotted with shops, bars, cafes and amusement parks. Between May and September, cool off at Splash Zone Waterpark with its many attractions, including body and tube flumes, whitewater rapids ride, a lazy river and playground pools. You’ll find an assortment of hotels near the water park, all less than 10 minutes away on foot.

Up Close and Personal

• Just two blocks from the beach, Blue Palms Resort provides complimentary use of bicycles, beach chairs and boogie boards. The resort also features two heated pools with kiddie sections, three sun decks, fire pits and free board games. Guests can purchase reduced rate passes to Morey's Piers, the city's famed amusement park with more than 150 rides. OakView Hotel has basic accommodations, including guest rooms for up to six people outfitted with microwaves and refrigerators. The hotel is within walking distance from an assortment of budget-friendly and casual restaurants. Both facilities are just one block from the water park.

Under the Boardwalk

• Ocean Sands Motel is steps from the beach and the boardwalk. Guest rooms accommodate between four and six people, many of which include full kitchens or kitchenettes. Special packages include complimentary breakfast for two and one bike rental. AA Heart of Wildwood Motel is also just one block from the beach and home to a pool with ocean views and sun deck, as well as a kiddie pool. All of the guest rooms include microwaves, refrigerators and DVDs. Both properties are within a few blocks of the water park.
• Garfield Digs

• Set on Garfield Avenue, two blocks from Splash Zone Waterpark, Key West Hotel is also within walking distance to an assortment of bars and boutique shops. Guests of the hotel receive a discount at the nearby Pink Cadillac Diner, and all rooms have refrigerators and microwaves. Also on Garfield Avenue, Happy Days Inn is close to an array of entertainment attractions, such as a miniature golf course, Morey's Piers and the boardwalk. The hotel offers various guest rooms, including suites equipped with fully-stocked kitchens.

Last Resort

• Bolero Resort and Conference Center provides a host of accommodations, including luxury suites with two-person whirlpool tubs and views of the ocean. Amenities include a poolside tiki bar with live music, barbecue grills and an outdoor swimming pool with late-night hours. The hotel's own two-story Blue Water Grille hosts daily happy hour specials, provides a kids menu and serves late-night snacks. In addition to outdoor grills, Royal Canadian Resort Motel serves free continental breakfast during the summer months. The resort's attractions include an elevated pool with sun deck, a children's pool and miniature golf course. Many of the guest rooms have kitchenettes and can accommodate up to six people. Both resorts are within a few blocks of the water park, on Atlantic Avenue.

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Hotel Normandie in Nice, France

It's not just the azure sea that sparkles on the French Riviera; the towns that make up this fabled stretch of coast in the south of France shine with pure enthusiasm for life. Nice, birthplace of the well-known Salade Nicoise, is no exception, and Hotel Normandie is right in the thick of the action in the Musicians Quarter near the center of town. In an area teeming with cafes and bars, this three-star hotel offers bargain rates and an unbeatable location just minutes from the beach.

Take Care of Business

• Located in the center of Nice, Hotel Normandie provides the business traveler easy access to the train station and offers airport transfers as well as shoe shine, Wi-Fi, fax and photocopying services. A short taxi ride from the Acropolis convention center, the hotel is a good stop for the busy and budget-minded business traveler who would rather spend money entertaining than on a hotel used primarily for sleeping. Unlike some Cote d'Azur resort hotels, the Normandie is open year-round.

Share Space With Friends

• In addition to standard single and double rooms, the Normandie offers a selection of triple and quad rooms suitable for families or groups. All 44 rooms are soundproof, air-conditioned and have en-suite bathrooms. Some bathrooms have showers, others have old-fashioned narrow French tubs and still others have modern acrylic resin jetted tubs or handicapped-accessible showers. It's a good idea to state your bath preference when reserving your room. While you're at it, check to see if there is a balcony room available.
• Have Breakfast in Bed

• Even though it's easy to nip down to the lobby breakfast area or a neighboring cafe, weary travelers may want to call the front desk to have breakfast brought up to the room to kick start a day of sightseeing or a round of business talks. A simple "petit dejeuner" -- breakfast -- consists of coffee, juice, fresh croissants, preserves and, in the lobby, endless bowls of cereal and milk for the young backpackers who often populate the quad rooms.

Walk It Off

• The Musicians Quarter is one of the most architecturally picturesque areas in Nice, and Hotel Normandie sits right in the middle of it. A 10-minute wander along streets named after such famous musical personalities as Mozart and Verdi will get you to Old Town and the Cours Saleya flower market. Here you will find a fantastic array of flowers, fruits and vegetables every day of the week except Monday, when the space is transformed into an antiques market. Pick up a baguette, a hunk of local cheese and a piece of fruit, then head for the beach. In 10 minutes you'll be lunching by the sea, enjoying a refreshing beverage from one of many beach vendors. Note that Nice beaches are pebbly, so bring some water shoes or flip-flops and a padded mat.

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Hotels Within Two Miles of the Gulf Island Waterpark in Gulfport, Mississippi

Whether taking a stroll down the city's numerous piers, watching fishing boats lazily bob in the distance or exploring the region's 600 acres of parkland, the laid-back town of Gulfport, Mississippi, offers a relaxed environment. While the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico beckon recreational enthusiasts, between May and September Gulf Islands Waterpark entertains visitors with its water roller coaster, kid-friendly spray park, 12,000-square-foot wave pool, lazy river and various tube, body and raft slides. Stay close to the action by booking a room at a hotel within 2 miles of the water park.

Close to the Action

• Magnolia Bay Hotel and Suites has an array of accommodations, including triple queen suites for large groups and guest rooms with whirlpool tubs. Relax in the indoor saltwater swimming pool or enjoy a barbecue on the outdoor patio. The hotel offers a special package that includes tickets to the Gulf Islands Waterpark. As a guest of Legacy Inn and Suites, you’ll receive free breakfast each morning. The hotel also has guest laundry facilities and rooms outfitted with whirlpool tubs. Both hotels are within a mile of the water park.

Perfect 10

• You’ll find some hotels just steps from Interstate 10 and a little more than five minutes from the park. Take a dip in the heated indoor pool at Holiday Inn Hotel Gulfport-Airport. The hotel is also home to Kem’s Restaurant, a casual eatery where kids 12 and under eat free that also features a cocktail lounge. Free shuttle service is provided to Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport. Best Western Plus Seaway Inn serves a complimentary hot breakfast each morning. Up to two dogs are allowed in each room, for a fee, as long as they weigh 80 pounds or less. The hotel is adjacent to a sit-down restaurant and fast food joint.
• High Flying

• There is also a host of hotels near the Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport. Comfort Suites provides a free hot breakfast buffet each morning or grab and go bags if you’re in a hurry. There is also an indoor swimming pool and complimentary newspapers on weekday mornings. All of the rooms include refrigerators and microwaves, while some have in-room whirlpool tubs. Sun Suites of Gulfport caters to long-term travelers, providing discounted weekly rates and guest laundry facilities. All 128 guest rooms have fully equipped kitchens. Enjoy free shuttle service to a nearby casino. Both hotels are a little less than 10 minutes from the water park.

Fore!

• Days Inn Gulfport and Fairfield Inn and Suites Gulfport are both near Bayou Vista Golf Course and a little more than five minutes from Gulf Islands Waterpark. Kids 17 and under stay free at Days Inn when with an adult. The hotel serves complimentary continental breakfast each morning and is within walking distance to a 24-hour sit-down diner. There is also a seasonal outdoor pool and hot tub. Fairfield Inn and Suites has a free shuttle that provides transportation to any location within a 5-mile radius of the hotel. Start your day with a free breakfast, a dip in the heated indoor pool or by the lobby fireplace with a complimentary newspaper.

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Hotels Near the Citizens Bank Ballpark

An array of sounds emanates from Citizens Bank Park -- from guitar solos to the crack of a bat -- as the 43,000-plus stadium is the staging ground for major sporting and entertainment events in Philadelphia. Opened in 2004 and spread across 21 acres, the ballpark is home to the Philadelphia Phillies, and is in the same complex as the Wells Fargo Center and Lincoln Financial Field, which host the city's other professional sports teams. Although the park is a 15-minute drive from Philadelphia’s city center, an assortment of hotels are nearby.

Close to the Action

• Across the street from the stadium, Holiday Inn Stadium has an outdoor swimming pool and sports bar and restaurant. Complimentary perks include one-way shuttle service to the airport and weekday newspapers. The hotel also offers a Philadelphia Phillies package complete with free beers at the hotel bar, free transportation to and from the airport and late checkout on game days. Just two minutes from the stadium, Ramada Philadelphia Southwest provides free shuttle service to and from the airport. You'll also receive complimentary continental breakfast during your stay. The on-site sports bar is open late daily and has flat-screen TVs and a pool table.

The Roar of the Jet

• Stay near the Philadelphia International Airport, approximately 5 miles from the ballpark. The Sheraton Suites Philadelphia Airport features a burger bistro, cafe and coffeehouse. Stay on the club level and you'll receive free breakfast, evening appetizers and drinks in a private lounge. Aloft Philadelphia Airport has a host of recreational amenities scattered throughout the premises, including video games, pool tables, a jogging track and indoor pool. The hotel has a bar with live music and DJs in the evening. Both hotels provide free round-trip shuttle service to the airport.
• Don't Be a Square

• Set in the city center near Rittenhouse Square, about 3 miles from the stadium, the Latham Hotel is a boutique hotel housed in a historic 1907 building. Lavish accommodations include high-end toiletries and plush linens. Pets weighing 30 pounds or less are allowed for a fee. You can also rent a chauffeured luxury car through the hotel. Choose from an assortment of accommodations at the Radisson Blu Warwick Hotel, from suites with views of the city to executive rooms with plush terry bathrobes. The hotel has an on-site hair salon and a spa which provides in-room treatments such as massages and facials. The hotel also has a tavern, coffee bar and steakhouse.

Take Me to the River

• Book a stay in a hotel along the Delaware River, about 3 miles from the stadium. Penn’s View Hotel is an upscale boutique hotel where elegant guest rooms include such amenities as whirlpool tubs and fireplaces. The hotel is also home to a gourmet Italian restaurant and wine bar which offers more than 800 different labels annually. Hyatt Regency Philadelphia at Penn's Landing has an elevated indoor pool with sweeping views of the river and city skyline. Bikes are available for rent from the front desk on a half- or full-day basis. The hotel permits dogs weighing 50 pounds or less or two dogs with a combined weight of 75 pounds or less for a fee.

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Hotels & Motels on A1A Beach Blvd. in St. Augustine Beach, Florida

Tucked along the pristine, white-sand beaches of Anastasia Island, St. Augustine Beach, Florida, provides a laid-back setting, nestled along the crystal blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean. The city is accessible via State Road A1A, which runs almost the entire length of Florida's east coast. In St. Augustine Beach, A1A splits off into a business route known as Beach Boulevard, a bustling thoroughfare dotted with casual restaurants, lively bars and an assortment of lodging options, ranging from high-end hotels to budget-friendly motels.

Ritzy Digs

• Enjoy an upscale setting at Castillo Real, including a three-story atrium lobby with fountains, marble floors and towering columns. The boutique hotel provides elegant accommodations, including such some guest rooms and suites with whirlpool tubs, plush bathrobes, DVD players and ocean views. Spend your days relaxing in the zero-entry outdoor pool. La Fiesta Ocean Inn and Suites has spacious accommodations, including two-level townhouses with whirlpool tubs, bathrobes and two balconies with views of the ocean and hotel gardens. Complimentary breakfast is delivered to your room each morning as well. The hotel also has an on-site masseuse, a private boardwalk entrance to the beach and a 60-foot heated outdoor pool.

Save Your Pennies

• Enjoy budget accommodations at various Beach Boulevard motels. Super 8 St. Augustine Beach lets children 17 and under stay free when with a registered adult. Take a dip in the outdoor swimming pool, soak your muscles in the hot tub and take advantage of the complimentary continental breakfast served each morning. Pets weighing 30 pounds or less are permitted pending a per-night, per-pet cleaning fee. Americas Best Value Inn allows kids 11 and under to stay free of charge in a parent’s room. The motel caters to long-term travelers as well, providing discounted weekly and monthly rates. In addition to having a complimentary continental breakfast, the motel is within walking distance to a handful of affordable eateries.
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Suite Life on a Budget

• Some budget-friendly motels on A1A have spacious suites. Free breakfast is served each morning at Quality Inn and Suites. The motel’s king suites also include in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Pets may stay at the motel, but require a per-night, per-pet fee. The motel is just half a block from the Ocean Hammock Park Walkway, which provides direct access to the beach. Nearby St. Augustine Island Inn and Suites provides large suites with two-person whirlpool tubs and large balconies. The motel also has special packages, such as romance excursions with in-room wine, late checkout and dinner for two at a nearby steak and seafood restaurant.

Middle of the Road

• Hotels with mid-range prices are scattered along Beach Boulevard. Some guest rooms at Holiday Isle Oceanfront Resort provide oceanfront and pool views from private balconies. Pet-friendly rooms are available on the first floor and come outfitted with tiled floors. The large beachfront pool has a sundeck and tiki bar. The on-site Barney’s Beach Rentals has beach chairs, umbrellas and boogie, surf and stand-up paddle boards available for rent. All of the guest rooms at Hilton Garden Inn St. Augustine Beach include microwaves and refrigerators, while some suites have whirlpool tubs. Grab everything from snacks to toiletries in the lobby’s 24-hour convenience store and enjoy cooked-to-order breakfasts at the hotel’s on-site grill.

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