Corner Lot planning hotel adjacent to Riverside HQ

Started by Zac T, July 17, 2025, 09:43:25 PM

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thelakelander

#15
November 12, 2025, 08:27:51 AM
^We're talking about a surface parking lot that the property owner wants to put in a better use.

Regardless of that, this wouldn't be the first time a hotel has been in the neighborhood.

How accurate with history and how far back do you want to go with it?
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acme54321

#16
November 12, 2025, 08:55:28 AM
Where are the renderings of this thing???  ;D

I think this will be a big success.  There are people who comes to town and want to stay in a hotel in a walkable urban area with some activity (not downtown).  We have people that come to town for business and the best option they have for that currently is the Hilton Garden Inn on Kings Ave, which is where they stay.  I gaurantee they would rather be at this location though.   

Skybox111

#17
November 17, 2025, 08:18:59 PM
Well corner lot decided not to do casa marina hotel project as the deal fell through so the owner plans to just do renovations for 2026
https://www.jaxdailyrecord.com/news/2025/nov/17/corner-lot-deal-to-buy-casa-marina-hotel-in-jacksonville-beach-falls-through/

Tacachale

#18
November 17, 2025, 10:58:32 PM
That's too bad, they could have done a lot with that amazing building! I've been to two weddings there and they were two of the best ones I've ever been to. Though it's great to hear the current owner will renovate it.
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sean_ATL

#19
November 25, 2025, 11:10:05 AM
What a shame. It's most likely yet another victim of this Trump economy.

Florida Power And Light

#20
December 29, 2025, 09:03:00 PM Last Edit: December 29, 2025, 10:10:28 PM by Florida Power And Light
Riverside Overlay dominant land use is Residential.Due to proerty location- possibly irrelevant.
Perhaps there is a strong demand among Residents for a nearby motel?
During my time residing there...I do not recall such a Wish. No matter.
"RAP" collaboration/involvement?. RAP (and even companion move- City Council District) has been effectively disjointed.
Citizen involvement? RAP influence has included two individuals that in fact served as Clay and St Johns County Planner during key Sector Plan Proceedings that would consign the respective regions to significant land use and zone alteration. Vesting.(Brannon Chaffee and Two Lake Asbury Sector Plan proceedings...the St Johns side went easier...) First Coast Outer beltway.
My bet is,the Hotel could eventually morph to Residence. Vestcor/Rood signature.

acme54321

#21
May 11, 2026, 07:26:25 AM
https://www.jaxdailyrecord.com/news/2026/may/08/corner-lot-presentation-shows-proposals-for-riverside-hotel-parking-garage/

Some renderings of the development are out there now.  The hotel is a bit meh but better than nothing.  I still think it will be sucessful if properly marketed as there is a lot of walkable activity from that site.

thelakelander

#22
May 11, 2026, 10:07:33 AM
Looks like the typical hotel box but didn't imagine it being much more. It's a good use for an underutilized parking lot and there's definitely a market for a hotel in that part of the urban core.
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Ned Plimpton

#23
May 11, 2026, 10:17:41 AM
It looks like a Hampton or another select service property, but I think that will do great here.  Some added density and a something to send more business to the F&B in the area is a great addition.  Save the luxury full service properties for the waterfront in proper downtown.

thelakelander

#24
May 11, 2026, 11:33:48 AM
^I believe the article mentioned either a Marriott or Hilton brand.
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Jagsdrew

#25
May 11, 2026, 01:54:22 PM
Wish the adjacent parking garage had some level of retail space on ground floor. That area between five points and riverside ave. have so many pockets for infill potential not just commercially but that missing middle.
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acme54321

#26
May 11, 2026, 02:20:57 PM
That whole block owned by the presbertyrian house does not help

jcjohnpaint

#27
May 11, 2026, 04:19:04 PM
I really wish something could be done with the grass lot on Post, Oak, and May. It looks like it is for events, but I have never seen anything take place there, and I drive by it twice a day.

Charles Hunter

#28
May 11, 2026, 10:27:34 PM
Quote from: jcjohnpaint on May 11, 2026, 04:19:04 PMI really wish something could be done with the grass lot on Post, Oak, and May. It looks like it is for events, but I have never seen anything take place there, and I drive by it twice a day.

Duval Property map says it is owned by the Presbyterian Retirement Community, like the rest of the block. It is two parcels, each just over a third of an acre.

acme54321

#29
May 11, 2026, 11:11:50 PM
Quote from: Charles Hunter on May 11, 2026, 10:27:34 PM
Quote from: jcjohnpaint on May 11, 2026, 04:19:04 PMI really wish something could be done with the grass lot on Post, Oak, and May. It looks like it is for events, but I have never seen anything take place there, and I drive by it twice a day.

Duval Property map says it is owned by the Presbyterian Retirement Community, like the rest of the block. It is two parcels, each just over a third of an acre.

RPDS was using it for sports and stuff but I don't think they are now anymore with the new field and gym.
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