Downtown Lakeland Travel Guide

Lakeland

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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Things to do

Ladies Luncheon Pontoon Tour

Ladies Luncheon Pontoon Tour (Gentleman welcome)

฿3,339
per adult
Ladies Luncheon Pontoon Tour (Gentleman welcome)
Winter Haven: Guided Brunch Tour with Local Delicacies

Winter Haven: Guided Brunch Tour with Local Delicacies

฿4,787
per adult
Winter Haven: Guided Brunch Tour with Local Delicacies
Winter Haven: Coffee, Tea & Dessert Food Tour

Winter Haven: Coffee, Tea & Dessert Food Tour

฿4,466
per adult
Winter Haven: Coffee, Tea & Dessert Food Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown Lakeland

Hyatt Place Lakeland Center

Hyatt Place Lakeland Center

3 out of 5
525 W Orange St Lakeland FL
The price is ฿3,851 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
฿3,851
฿4,313 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,048 reviews)
"Would stay there again clean nice place near down town"

Reviewed on 25 Oct 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 ฿4,226 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
฿4,226
฿4,733 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room. Staff courteous and professional, breakfast choices were great. food fresh. free parking. I have stayed in Marriott in different states and all great experiences."

Reviewed on 26 Oct 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 ฿4,567 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
฿4,567
฿5,115 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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 ฿3,715 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿3,715
฿4,161 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Everything was great and very clean."

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2026

Holiday Inn Winter Haven by IHG
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 ฿2,108 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
฿2,108
฿2,588 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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! (558 reviews)
"Overall experience was satisfying- only recommendation I would like to add is the breakfast options could be improved."

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2026

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lakeland
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lakeland

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lakeland

2.5 out of 5
939 W. Robson St. Lakeland FL
The price is ฿1,837 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
฿1,837
฿2,058 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lakeland. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lakeland
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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 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 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 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 Museum of Art.

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.

Downtown Lakeland Travel Guide