Hotels in Lakeland, Florida

Lakeland overview

Lakeland is a friendly locale distinct for its live music and sports, and known for its college atmosphere and shops. You're sure to enjoy all of the café and dining options. Plan a fun excursion to Joker Marchant Stadium and Chain of Lakes Park. Make some time to see popular sights such as Polk Museum of Art and Legoland Florida. A family- and business-friendly area, Lakeland also has something for everyone.

Where to stay in Lakeland

Whether you're planning to stay for a night or for the week, the area around Lakeland has accommodations to fit every need. Search for hotels in Lakeland with Hotels.com by checking our online map. Our maps display the areas and neighborhoods around all Lakeland hotels so you can see how close you are from landmarks and attractions, and then refine your search within the larger area. The best Lakeland hotel deals are here with our lowest price guarantee.

How to get to Lakeland

Fly in to Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.), 35.6 mi (57.2 km) from downtown Lakeland. St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) is the next closest major airport, 45.8 mi (73.8 km) away. Lakeland Station is the closest train station.

What to see around Lakeland

Fun outdoor activities are on hand along with these attractions:

• • Wing Chun Kung Fu Downtown Lakeland
• • Joker Marchant Stadium
• • Tenoroc Shooting Sports
• • Chain of Lakes Park
• • Jump Florida Skydiving

Known for its family-friendly sights such as:

• • Indigo's Family Fun Center
• • Legoland Florida

Live music and theaters are top draws with cultural places to visit like:

• • Polk Theatre
• • Lakeland Center
• • Theatre Winter Haven

For those looking for a souvenir or simply window-shopping, here are some favorite shopping areas to visit:

• • Lakeland Square Mall
• • Lakeland Mall
• • Eastside Village Shopping Center
• • Lakeside Village
• • Wabash Shopping Center

Here are some local highlights:

• • Explorations V Children s Museum
• • Munn Park
• • Lake Mirror
• • Polk Museum of Art
• • Henley Field

When to visit Lakeland

Wondering when's the best time to visit? Here are seasonal norms to help you plan your trip:

Seasonal temperature averages

• January-March: 80°F day, 49°F night
• April-June: 90°F day, 58°F night
• July-September: 91°F day, 70°F night
• October-December: 87°F day, 50°F night

Seasonal rainfall averages

• January-March: 9.65 inches
• April-June: 14.06 inches
• July-September: 23.43 inches
• October-December: 7.76 inches