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Edward Waters College was founded in 1866 by the African Methodist Episcopal Church (AME) for the education of newly freed slaves. Located near downtown Jacksonville, Florida, the college currently sits on 23 acres and houses Centennial Hall (a nationally registered historic structure), the school’s oldest building which was constructed in 1916. A historically black college, Edward Waters College is currently a private, Christian, liberal arts college, is the oldest black college in Florida. It is a member of the United Negro College Fund.

Edward Waters College initially opened its doors as Brown Theological Institute. The school was forced to close for most of the 1870s due to financial difficulties, but re-opened in 1883 with an extended educational program. It also adopted its current name which honors the third bishop of the AME church. The college was destroyed in Great (Jacksonville) Fire of 1901, the largest urban fire in southeast United States.  Three years later in 1904 the AME church began rebuilding the college.  For the majority of the College’s years of operation, the AME Church also raised money to clear the school’s debt and construct most of the buildings on the College’s campus.
Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens featuring art as well as a family
Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens featuring art
Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens which includes art and interior views as well as a couple

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Our pick of the best Northwest Hotel Deals

Apm Inn and Suite

Apm Inn and Suite

2 out of 5
510 Lane Ave S Jacksonville FL
Stay at this hotel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
6.6/10 (1,052 reviews)
I DON'T KNOW WHAT THE LAUNDRY ROOM OR ANYTHING ELSE WAS LIKE. THE LADY AT THE FRONT DESK WANTED ME TO PAY A 50 DOLLAR DEPOSIT SHE CLAIMED WE GET BACK. YET, I PAID FOR MY ROOM ONLINE WHERE THERE WAS NO MENTION OF A 50 DOLLAR DEPOSIT. THEN, I OROCEED TO HER TELL ANOTHER CUSTOMER THAT SHE HAVE TO REQUEST ...

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Apm Inn and Suite
Sleep Inn & Suites Jacksonville West

Sleep Inn & Suites Jacksonville West

2.5 out of 5
6535 Ramona Blvd Jacksonville FL
The price is NZ$152 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
NZ$152
12 Apr - 13 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Merrett Park and Normandy Lane Plaza ...
7.6/10 Good! (589 reviews)
Room rug smell so bad . I have to keep the window open all night . Never saw something like this all this time I booked hotel room . Need so bad to wash it to remove the bad odor .

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

Sleep Inn & Suites Jacksonville West
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach

Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach

2.5 out of 5
715 1st St N Jacksonville Beach FL
The price is NZ$331 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
NZ$331
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Jacksonville Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,771 reviews)
Margaritaville Jacksonville was spotless—my room sparkled brighter than a fresh daiquiri. Great stay overall! But those drinks? Pricier than Buffett’s yacht. Couldn’t enjoy myself without selling a kidney for a margarita. Pro tip: Skip the bar, grab the official Margaritaville blender, and make your ...

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville

Hyatt Regency Jacksonville

4 out of 5
225 E Coastline Dr Jacksonville FL
The price is NZ$301 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
NZ$301
3 Apr - 4 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,535 reviews)
Very nice staff

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
Wyndham Garden Jacksonville

Wyndham Garden Jacksonville

3 out of 5
4660 Salisbury Road Jacksonville FL
The price is NZ$164 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
NZ$164
25 Mar - 26 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,827 reviews)
I went to this hotel it needs a total update and the room was not cleaned well. I left the property within 45 min and would like a full refund

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Wyndham Garden Jacksonville
Crowne Plaza Hotel Jacksonville Airport/I-95N by IHG

Crowne Plaza Hotel Jacksonville Airport/I-95N by IHG

3.5 out of 5
14670 Duval Road Jacksonville FL
The price is NZ$206 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
NZ$206
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,883 reviews)
Very acceptable room. Hot water for shower. Did not include breakfast of any kind.

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Crowne Plaza Hotel Jacksonville Airport/I-95N by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Northwest

Beauty

Urban Core

While you're in Urban Core, take in top sights like Jacksonville Museum of Modern Art or Florida Theatre, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rosa Parks Station or James Weldon Johnson Park Station.

Urban Core
Downtown Jacksonville which includes skyline, a city and a river or creek

Downtown Jacksonville

Florida Theatre and Jacksonville Museum of Modern Art are top sights in Downtown Jacksonville, and you should be sure to explore the stunning river views. Hop aboard the metro at Riverplace Station or Kings Avenue Station to see more sights in the area.

Downtown Jacksonville
Beautiful aerial view of the St Augustine, the oldest town in USA. the castle of San Marcos National Monument, Flagler College and the Matanzas Bay

San Marco

Visitors to San Marco enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, Theatre Jacksonville is worth a stop.

San Marco
Empty Docks on the River

Westside

While visiting Westside, you might make a stop by sights like Jacksonville Equestrian Center and Normandy Lane Plaza Shopping Center.

Westside
Dames point bridge, Jacksonville, Florida

Northside

While visiting Northside, you might make a stop by sights like Oceanway Community Center and Anheuser-Busch Brewery.

Northside
Aerial view of Friendship Fountain in Jacksonville, Florida, highlighting its circular design, water jets, and surrounding park area in Duval County.

Southside

If you're spending some time in Southside, St. Johns Town Center and Orange Park Place Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.

Southside


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