Just 7 miles from the Jacksonville Port Authority, this North Florida hotel features an outdoor pool, fitness center, and free property-wide Wi-Fi. Guests are also 10 miles from the exotic animals of Jacksonville Zoo. A 32-inch flat-screen cable TV, small refrigerator, and microwave are included in all rooms at Candlewood Suites Jacksonville East Merril Road. Guests can also borrow a few DVDs from reception to watch in their room. Business-minded guests can read email in the business center. Jacksonville Candlewood Suites has an on-site convenience store and free guest laundry as well. Jacksonville University is 4 miles away. The Mayport Naval Station and Jacksonville Beach are 11 miles from the hotel.