Downtown Lakeland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A calm lake with lily pads, surrounded by a park with palm trees and buildings.
A waterfront with a stone wall, American flags, and a building in the background.
A sunset over a body of water with a park and a distant city skyline.
A city skyline at dusk with illuminated buildings reflecting on the water.
A sign for 'Black Brew' with a rustic wooden background and a hanging light fixture.

Stay near popular Downtown Lakeland attractions

Lake Mirror

8.2/10 (242 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Mirror during your travels in Lakeland. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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Activities

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Dinosaur World Plant City

NZ$47
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dinosaur World Plant City
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Our pick of the best Downtown Lakeland Hotel Deals

Hyatt Place Lakeland Center

Hyatt Place Lakeland Center

3 out of 5
525 W Orange St Lakeland FL
The price is NZ$221 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$221
per night
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lakeland. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,035 reviews)
"Ac was very noisy and is right by the bed. Worst thing I can say so overall , everything was good."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Hyatt Place Lakeland Center
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Lakeland

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Lakeland

3.5 out of 5
511 WEST LIME ST Lakeland FL
The price is NZ$247 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$247
per night
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lakeland. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,010 reviews)
"The rooms were in exceptions order and clean. There"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Lakeland
The Terrace Hotel Lakeland, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Terrace Hotel Lakeland, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
329 E Main St Lakeland FL
The price is NZ$250 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$250
per night
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Stay at this historic hotel in Lakeland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
The Terrace Hotel Lakeland, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Holiday Inn Winter Haven by IHG

Holiday Inn Winter Haven by IHG

3 out of 5
200 Cypress Gardens Boulevard Winter Haven FL
The price is NZ$218 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$218
per night
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Winter Haven. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Holiday Inn Winter Haven by IHG
Legoland Florida Hotel

Legoland Florida Hotel

3 out of 5
1 Legoland Way Winter Haven FL
The price is NZ$394 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$394
per night
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Winter Haven. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® Florida and Peppa Pig Theme Park Florida ...
Legoland Florida Hotel
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lakeland

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lakeland

2.5 out of 5
4502 N Socrum Loop Rd Lakeland FL
The price is NZ$129 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$129
per night
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lakeland. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (517 reviews)
"10:10 I recommend. It was awesome and the other guest were very nice as well as the workers."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lakeland
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Lakeland

Find the best Downtown Lakeland areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A garden with a central fountain, surrounded by white columns and covered walkways.

Lake Hollingsworth

While visiting Lake Hollingsworth, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Hollingsworth and Beerman Family Tennis Center.

A circular fountain with a statue in the center, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a red roof in the background.

South Lake Morton

South Lake Morton might not have many top sights, but Lake Mirror and Polk Theatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A crocodile resting on a log near a body of water with greenery around.

Lakeland Highlands

While there might not be top attractions in Lakeland Highlands, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Club at Eaglebrooke and Family Fun Center.

A wooden boardwalk by a lake with trees and a bench.

Dixieland

Though Dixieland may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like RP Funding Center and Polk Theatre.

A large body of water with a dock and pelicans, surrounded by buildings and trees.

East Lake Morton

If you're spending some time in East Lake Morton, Lake Mirror and Lake Morton are top sights worth seeing.

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