Best DoubleTree by Hilton in Florida

Located 3 miles from area beaches and about 10 miles from Fifth Avenue shopping, the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Naples, where guests reported outstanding customer service, is near the Cocohatchee River Park. Guests will find amenities like an outdoor pool, a fitness center, a business center and free parking. The all-suite accommodations come with two 37-inch flat-screen TVs, a sofa bed, free Wi-Fi access and a wet bar with a minifridge. You can upgrade to a room with a patio overlooking the river, but some guests complained that foliage obstructed their view. For breakfast, lunch or dinner, an all-day menu is offered at Café Portofino, or order room service every day from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. As part of the DoubleTree by Hilton portfolio, Hilton Honors members may access a digital room key on their smartphones, and earn and redeem points by staying here.

A member of the Hilton family, The Gates Hotel South Beach - a DoubleTree by Hilton is just steps from Collins Avenue, Miami Beach's main thoroughfare. The 235 guest rooms and suites feature a light gray and white color palette, with blond wood accents and bright pops of color throughout. Plus, each accommodation is equipped with a large flat-screen TV, a work desk, a coffee maker, a minifridge and one king- or two queen-sized beds dressed with 300-thread-count sheets. Wi-Fi access is also available for an additional fee, but charges are waived for Hilton Honors rewards members. Other amenities on-site include a large outdoor pool, a fitness center and a lobby bar. And for meals, there's Agaveros Cantina, a Mexican-style eatery that serves traditional Mexican specialties, handmade tortillas and more than 100 tequilas. Overall, guests said the property's location made it easy to explore Miami Beach's top attractions. Many also liked the hotel's beach and friendly service, although some said that the nearby construction noise was disruptive.

Both college hopefuls, alumni and game day visitors in Gainesville will feel at home at the DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville, which sits near the University of Florida. Newly remodeled, this hotel stuns with colorful, modern decor, an atrium-style lobby and a full lobby bar with a 12-foot TV wall. Each of the 205 guest rooms features a flat-screen, complimentary Wi-Fi access and a minifridge. Plus, the resort-style outdoor pool will keep guests of all ages relaxed and entertained. As is often the case with new management, this Hilton property’s staff is still working out some kinks, but past guests applaud the team’s kind, accommodating attitude when resolving issues. Members of the Hilton Honors program should remember that they are eligible to earn and redeem rewards points for staying at this DoubleTree. 

This all-suite hotel overlooking sandy Melbourne Beach is a peaceful respite from the Orlando area’s many busy attractions. SeaWorld Orlando and Walt Disney World are about 75 miles away, while Cape Canaveral’s Kennedy Space Center is about 36 miles north of the property. Most of the tropically furnished suites feature ocean views, and all have patios or balconies, complimentary Wi-Fi, minifridges and microwaves. Some guests complain the shower and toilet are too close together in the guest room bathrooms. DoubleTree’s signature cookies at check-in are a major perk, but regular check-in at this property is relatively late at 4 p.m. Guests love the beachfront location and on-site beach rentals – umbrellas, boogie boards, paddleboards and kayaks – as well as a heated oceanfront pool and whirlpool. An alfresco bar serves snacks (weather permitting) poolside and the full-service restaurant, Sea Grapes, offers contemporary American fare daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. There’s a fitness room but no spa. A complimentary shuttle runs a 3-mile route to downtown Melbourne as well as to the Melbourne International Airport. And while there is a fee for parking, Hilton Honors members can save some money by putting their points toward a stay here.

With funky decor and a prime location in downtown Tallahassee, Florida, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Tallahassee certainly stands out. The hotel is set less than a mile from several attractions, including the Florida State University Museum of Fine Arts, the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center and the Florida State University campus. Guest rooms feature flat-screen TVs, ergonomic work desks and free Wi-Fi access. Meanwhile, suites come with added living space. Hilton Honors members can earn and redeem points here. For those in town for business, there’s a 24-hour business center as well as flexible meeting space for up to 300 people. There’s also an outdoor pool and a sundeck, as well as several lounge areas. When it’s time to refuel, the Hilton property features a casual, on-site restaurant serving American fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Paid laundry service and self-parking are also available. Recent guests have noted that the pool is small, while others have raved about the renovated rooms.

The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel West Palm Beach Airport is close to both Palm Beach International Airport and downtown West Palm Beach, both of which are within 2 miles. Some recent guests report that the property needs updates and that rooms could be cleaner. Still, this hotel offers a free airport shuttle, a heated outdoor pool, complimentary breakfast, a fitness center, a business center, coin laundry and free parking. Rooms, which past visitors reported are spacious and comfortable, come with free Wi-Fi access, a sofa bed, a minifridge, a wet bar and a 42-inch flat-screen TV. Gecko’s Restaurant and Lounge serves American breakfast, lunch and dinner on-site. This hotel is part of the Hilton portfolio, meaning Hilton Honors members may access a digital key on their smartphone, and they can earn and redeem points by choosing to stay here.

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Riverfront sits on the banks of the St. John’s River near Jacksonville, Florida, area attractions such as the Jacksonville Landing and the Museum of Science and History. The hotel’s 293 rooms have free Wi-Fi access, flat-screen TVs with cable channels, coffee makers and balconies. Suites also have minifridges and microwaves. Amenities include a business center, a fitness center and an outdoor swimming pool. The hotel has two restaurants. Ruth’s Chris Steak House is open for dinner, while St. Johns Provision Co. offers Southern-style fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner. There’s also a cocktail lounge in the lobby. While recent guests enjoy views of the river from here, some say that the lodging options could benefit from renovation. Parking is available for a fee here. The property also has 12,000 square feet of space for meetings and events for business travelers to use. What’s more, this DoubleTree by Hilton property participates in the Hilton Honors rewards program, which means that rewards members can earn and redeem points here.

Situated near the Tampa International Airport, the aptly named DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Tampa Airport - Westshore offers guests standard accommodations that come complete with work desks, flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi access. Breakfast is available daily at Bistro Italia, while lunch and dinner options abound at the Players Sports Pub. Other on-site amenities at this DoubleTree by Hilton hotel include warm cookies, a fitness room, an outdoor swimming pool and a complimentary shuttle service to the airport and other Tampa destinations. Recent guests caution that the on-site parking is a bit of a hike from the hotel. During a stay at this property, you’ll find yourself close to attractions like Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, the Florida Aquarium and Raymond James Stadium. Keep in mind that Hilton Honors members can earn and redeem points by choosing to stay here.