New hotels in Jacksonville

This guide tracks one confirmed opening in Jacksonville, Florida: Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Jacksonville, a 170-room hotel paired with 26 private residences on the St. Johns River in downtown Jacksonville, targeted for summer 2027. It marks the luxury brand's first Jacksonville property and anchors the city's Sports & Entertainment District, a broader downtown redevelopment built around a $1.4 billion renovation of EverBank Stadium, home of the NFL's Jacksonville Jaguars.

What to do in Jacksonville

For a weekend

Jacksonville is Florida's largest city by land area, and its downtown sits directly on the St. Johns River: the longest river in the state and one designated an American Heritage River by the Environmental Protection Agency for its ecological and commercial importance. Start with the Riverwalks that line both the north and south banks downtown, open since 1985 and popular for river and skyline views; dolphins and manatees are regularly spotted where the river widens toward the Atlantic. On the Southbank, the San Marco neighborhood is worth an afternoon for its boutiques, art galleries and outdoor cafés, a short walk or rideshare from downtown proper, with a dining scene dense enough to fill an evening on its own. In the evening, Riverfront Plaza offers a waterfront spot for a walk before dinner, complete with a splashpad, playground and picnic areas by day and the city's skyline lit up across the water by night. A second day works well split between the beaches (Jacksonville Beach and its neighbors sit about 17 miles, or 20-25 minutes, east of downtown by car) and EverBank Stadium itself if a Jaguars game or stadium event lines up with the visit.

For a longer stay

With more time, Jacksonville rewards exploring further along the St. Johns River. The Mandarin area, southwest of downtown, combines shopping, riverfront outdoor activities and historic sites, while the Ortega neighborhood is known for its early-20th-century mansions along the river's west bank: a contrast to the newer development taking shape around the stadium district. The historic Riverside-Avondale district, just west of downtown, is another worthwhile half-day, with tree-lined streets of early-20th-century homes, independent shops and a seasonal craft beer festival in winter. A full day at the beaches lets visitors compare Jacksonville Beach's boardwalk energy with the quieter stretches further south toward Ponte Vedra, about 17 miles from downtown. Given the size of the city (the largest by land area in the continental United States, covering roughly 840 square miles) a rental car or consistent rideshare budget is worth planning for; downtown, San Marco, Riverside-Avondale and the beaches are distinct pockets rather than a single walkable core, though the Jacksonville Skyway, a monorail connecting eight stations, covers part of downtown itself.

When to go and getting there

Jacksonville International Airport sits about 15 miles, roughly a 15-minute drive without traffic, from downtown. The most comfortable stretches of the year run from November through April, when the weather turns dry and sunny with milder temperatures; spring (March to May) and fall (September to November) are generally considered the best windows, combining pleasant weather with fewer crowds and lower rates than the height of summer. July and August bring highs near 90°F with heavy humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms: worth factoring in for anyone planning outdoor time along the Riverwalk or at the beaches.

Where to stay in Jacksonville

Downtown: the Sports & Entertainment District

Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Jacksonville is planned at 1406 E Bay Street, in Jacksonville's Sports & Entertainment District on the St. Johns River in downtown Jacksonville, near EverBank Stadium. The project, developed by Shanna Collective with Iguana Investments, pairs a 170-room hotel with 26 private residences (floor plans running roughly 1,930 to 7,936 square feet) which began sales in January 2026 with prices starting at $4.7 million. It anchors a broader downtown redevelopment that also includes the $1.4 billion renovation of EverBank Stadium and a new Class A office building, positioning the hotel as connective tissue for the district rather than a standalone luxury property. Plans include an 11,000-square-foot Four Seasons-branded spa with 12 treatment rooms and cryotherapy, three restaurants from Michelin-starred chefs, multiple bars, a residents' lounge with a golf simulator, a fitness center, dedicated kids' and teens' spaces, and direct access to a 78-slip marina on the river.

This positions the project squarely within Jacksonville's Sports & Entertainment District rather than in one of the city's more established hotel clusters (the Southbank near San Marco, or the beach towns further east) a deliberate bet that the stadium redevelopment will draw enough year-round traffic to support a luxury property on its own, rather than relying on an existing visitor base. No other tracked hotel opening exists yet in downtown Jacksonville, San Marco, Riverside-Avondale, the beaches or any other pocket of the city: this Four Seasons is currently the sole verified project for the metro area, and this guide will expand as soon as a second project is confirmed against at least two independent sources.

Which hotel for your trip

Sports fans planning around Jaguars games

Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Jacksonville sits within walking distance of EverBank Stadium once it opens, inside the same Sports & Entertainment District redevelopment that includes the stadium's $1.4 billion renovation: a natural fit for a stay built around a Jaguars game or a stadium concert, once the project is complete in summer 2027. Until then, visitors planning a game-day trip should expect downtown's existing hotel stock, rather than this project, to be the practical option.

Travelers who want riverfront access

With direct access to a 78-slip marina and a location directly on the St. Johns River, the property is built around the waterfront rather than adjacent to it: a differentiator in a downtown where much of the existing hotel stock sits a block or more back from the river.

Buyers considering the branded residences

The 26 private residences, on sale since January 2026 from $4.7 million for units ranging from roughly 1,930 to 7,936 square feet, are aimed at buyers rather than overnight guests: a distinct track from the 170-room hotel itself, though both share the building's spa, restaurants, residents' lounge and marina access. Anyone researching Jacksonville's luxury residential market alongside its hotel scene should treat these as two related but separate offerings, and should confirm current pricing and availability directly with the developer rather than relying on the January 2026 launch figures as a fixed number.

Wellness-focused travelers

The 11,000-square-foot spa with 12 treatment rooms and cryotherapy is a larger wellness footprint than is typical for a single hotel of this size, suggesting the property is positioning wellness as a core draw rather than an amenity afterthought: worth factoring in for a trip built around recovery or relaxation rather than sightseeing alone. Three restaurants from Michelin-starred chefs, planned as part of the same project, add a dining draw that could stand on its own even for visitors not staying at the hotel or residences.

First-time visitors to Jacksonville

Given that this is currently the only tracked hotel opening in the city, a first visit built around checking on this project's progress works equally well paired with a beach day at Jacksonville Beach, a walk through San Marco's galleries and cafés, an afternoon in the historic Riverside-Avondale district, or a look at the historic Ortega mansions: all reachable from downtown by a short drive or rideshare.

Travelers weighing downtown against the beaches

Anyone deciding between a downtown base near the future Four Seasons and a beachfront stay should factor in the roughly 17-mile distance between the two: downtown puts the Riverwalk, San Marco and EverBank Stadium within easy reach, while a beach base trades that convenience for direct sand access at Jacksonville Beach or the quieter stretches toward Ponte Vedra.

How we verify openings in Jacksonville

Every listing is checked against at least two independent sources before publication: official press releases from hotel groups and developers, plus independent trade and business press. Status labels (Announced, Open) reflect the most recently available information. A hotel is added to this guide only once a specific project, address and operator are confirmed; a general announcement of interest in a market is not enough on its own.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a new hotel opening in Jacksonville?

Yes: Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Jacksonville, a 170-room hotel with 26 private residences on the St. Johns River, is targeted to open in summer 2027 in the city's Sports & Entertainment District.

What is Jacksonville known for?

Florida's largest city by land area, home to the NFL's Jacksonville Jaguars, a long Atlantic coastline including Jacksonville Beach, and the St. Johns River, the longest river in the state, running through downtown.

Where in Jacksonville is the new Four Seasons?

Downtown, at 1406 E Bay Street in the Sports & Entertainment District overlooking the St. Johns River, near EverBank Stadium, home of the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Who is developing the Four Seasons Jacksonville project?

Shanna Collective, in partnership with Iguana Investments. The residences component began sales in January 2026, with prices starting at $4.7 million for units ranging from roughly 1,930 to 7,936 square feet.

Can I buy a residence at the Four Seasons Jacksonville without staying at the hotel?

The 26 private residences are sold separately from hotel stays, though owners share access to the building's spa, restaurants, residents' lounge and marina. Contact the developer directly for current availability and pricing.

Is Jacksonville walkable?

Not as a single downtown core the way a denser city might be. Downtown, San Marco and the beaches are distinct areas connected mainly by car or rideshare: Jacksonville is the largest city by land area in the continental United States, and its neighborhoods reflect that scale.

How far is Jacksonville Beach from downtown?

About 17 miles, or 20 to 25 minutes by car, from downtown Jacksonville, depending on traffic and the exact beach stretch.

When is the best time to visit Jacksonville?

Spring (March to May) and fall (September to November) generally offer the most comfortable weather, with fewer crowds and lower rates than summer. November through April tends to be dry and sunny; July and August bring high heat, humidity and frequent afternoon storms.

How far is Jacksonville International Airport from downtown?

About 15 miles, roughly a 15-minute drive without traffic: one of the shorter airport-to-downtown distances among major Florida cities.

Is there public transit in downtown Jacksonville?

The Jacksonville Skyway, a monorail connecting eight stations, covers part of downtown, though most visitors still rely on a car or rideshare to reach neighborhoods like San Marco, Riverside-Avondale or the beaches.