As its name indicates, the Beachside Motel offers its guests affordable rooms along Amelia Island's beachside. Each room has a view of the Atlantic and its location allows guests to have immediate access to the beach. There are 30 rooms in the two-level motel; all rooms have two queen-sized beds, while efficiencies and kitchen suites feature microwaves or full kitchens with stoves and ovens. Room amenities include cable television and wireless Internet connectivity. If you are tired of hitting the beach, you can also choose to swim at the large pool or relax on the adjoining patio.
Beachside Motel
3172 South Fletcher Ave.
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
904-261-4236
beachsidemotel.com
Located six miles from Amelia Island, the Nassau Holiday Motel in Yulee is also close to many of the main attractions in nearby Jacksonville, including Alltel Stadium (home of the NFL Jaguars), Jacksonville Zoo and the local airport. As of September 2010, the hotel offers special rates for seniors and groups. The hotel offers a free continental breakfast. Rooms feature a microwave, mini-refrigerator and unlimited free local calls and high-speed Internet access. There is free parking on the premises and the hotel's lobby is open 24 hours a day.
Nassau Holiday Motel
850857 U.S. Highway 17
Yulee, FL 32097
904-225-2397
nassauholidaymotel.com
Travelers looking for the familiarity of a large chain motel while visiting the Amelia Island area can stay at the Motel 6 at the Jacksonville Airport, a 30-minute drive from Amelia Island just off Interstate 95. It's a good option for out-of-state travelers getting in late who want to get a good night's sleep before visiting Amelia Island or who are visiting for a short time. As of September 2010, wireless Internet access is available in selected rooms for an additional fee of $2.99 for a 24-hour period. Kids stay free at the motel, which also offers free local calls and free cable television. The Motel 6 also allows pets and service animals to stay in rooms for free.
Motel 6 Jacksonville Airport
10885 Harts Road
Jacksonville, FL 32218
904-757-8600
Motel6.com
