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)

฿3,280
per adult
Ladies Luncheon Pontoon Tour (Gentleman welcome)
Winter Haven: Guided Brunch Tour with Local Delicacies

Winter Haven: Guided Brunch Tour with Local Delicacies

฿4,703
per adult
Winter Haven: Guided Brunch Tour with Local Delicacies
Winter Haven: Coffee, Tea & Dessert Food Tour

Winter Haven: Coffee, Tea & Dessert Food Tour

฿4,387
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 ฿3,564 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
฿3,564
฿3,992 total
24 Sept - 25 Sept
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 ...
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 ฿4,168 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿4,168
฿4,669 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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 ...
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 ฿4,612 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
฿4,612
฿5,165 total
26 Sept - 27 Sept
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (472 reviews)
"The front desk ladies were phenomenal and the information and general positive attitudes were wonderful"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026

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 ฿3,661 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿3,661
฿4,100 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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 ...
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 ฿6,619 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
฿6,619
฿8,718 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (197 reviews)
"Hotel itself was fine, no issues there. The front desk staff, on the other hand, was awful. There were 3-4 of them all much more interested in talking to each other, seemed annoyed to even greet me, couldn't answer a simple question (I asked where the breakfast was, the staff member said there was ..."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026

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 ฿1,866 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿1,866
฿2,314 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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! (493 reviews)
"Clean breakfast area Very helpful and pleasant front desk staff"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026

Days Inn & Suites 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 Veterans Park.

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 Polk Museum of Art and Lake Mirror 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 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