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Midtown Lodge & Golden Ox Lounge

Stay at Midtown Lodge & Golden Ox Lounge in Jacksonville, FL. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking, a bar, and easy access to museums, parks, and Jacksonville International Airport.

4141 Philips Hwy, Jacksonville, FL 32207, United States View on map
7/10
Good Based on 189 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking Bar
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable stays with good value and convenient location

Guests appreciate the clean, affordable rooms and friendly service, with many highlighting its convenient proximity to shopping and local attractions. Some note occasional noise and booking challenges, offering a balanced perspective for potential visitors.

Guests often praise

  • Clean rooms with comfortable beds and good water pressure in showers
  • Friendly and helpful staff who provide attentive service
  • Excellent value for the price, especially for budget-conscious travelers
  • Convenient location near Walmart, shopping, dining, and downtown Jacksonville
  • Updated room features including hardwood floors, microwaves, and refrigerators

Worth knowing

  • Some guests experienced noise disturbances from other guests, particularly late-night music
  • Booking and cancellation policies have caused frustration for at least one visitor
  • Property lacks a pool, restaurant, and fitness center, but has a bar on site
  • Rooms provide basic motel accommodations without luxury amenities
  • Price and quality may not meet expectations of guests seeking upscale lodging

Best for

  • Budget travelers and those seeking affordable lodging near Jacksonville attractions
  • Visitors looking for a simple, clean place with essential amenities
  • Guests who appreciate proximity to shopping centers like Walmart
  • Travelers who prioritize location over upscale features or luxury services
  • Families and light travelers comfortable with basic motel accommodations
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About this property

Welcome to Midtown Lodge & Golden Ox Lounge

Midtown Lodge & Golden Ox Lounge is a modest 3.5-star motel located on Philips Highway in Jacksonville. The property offers basic accommodations with clean rooms featuring amenities such as free Wi-Fi, free parking, and a bar on-site. While there is no pool, restaurant, or fitness center, the motel provides a practical stay for travelers looking for straightforward lodging at an affordable rate.

Situated in a lively area near retail destinations like St. Johns Town Center, the motel is well positioned for visitors interested in local attractions. Nearby highlights include the Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, MOSH (Museum of Science & History), and Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens, each offering cultural and family-friendly activities within a short drive. The location also benefits from proximity to Jacksonville International Airport, about 24 minutes by car.

Guest feedback reflects a range of experiences, with several praising the cleanliness, comfort of the rooms, and helpfulness of the staff. The presence of a Walmart across the street adds convenience for essential shopping needs. However, some guests have reported occasional noise disturbances and mixed service experiences, suggesting the motel is best suited for travelers who prioritize value over luxury amenities.

The property’s straightforward style and practical features appeal to budget-conscious visitors, including families and individuals seeking a quiet base from which to explore Jacksonville. Its combination of location, price, and basic comfort makes Midtown Lodge & Golden Ox Lounge a viable choice for guests with flexible expectations.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Bar

Not available at this property

Pool
Restaurant
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

TA
Tony Anderson Apr 17, 2026
10

This hotel Stole My Money by not honoring my booking I was already booked up for 2 days and I went to go ahead and book another day but didn't change the date so in essence I was booked twice for the same date the hotel themselves refused to allow me to just change the date to the date that I wanted or allow me to cancel and get my money back.greed will make a company crumble

SC
Solomon C Apr 15, 2026
8.0

I’m a light traveler and this place was $50 a night. It was great! The bathrooms are clean, the beds were OK, you felt like you were at a motel. It was pretty quiet, there’s a Walmart across the street, the beach is a 30 minute drive and there’s housekeeping. Would recommend, would stay again. If you’re traveling with someone that is a Little bougie or has a higher minimum standard of quality then go stay somewhere else that’s more expensive.

MS
Megan Santos Mar 11, 2026
10

Husband and I enjoyed our stay. Nice clean rooms. Good area, Walmart right across the street. Pretty quiet at night. One of my faves in Jax

CM
Colonel Martin Mar 03, 2026
8.0

Clean and always helpful service not as problematic as others on phillips hwy. Family run business and kid friendly

RH
Renee Hart Feb 14, 2026
8.0

This Lodge has reasonable rates that you can use through sites like Expedia.com. Very well lit at night for safety and cameras. I would stay at this location in the future. Walmart Supercenter is across the street for shopping.

HP
hotshot photographs Feb 07, 2026
10

We stayed here when we evacuated southwest florida for hurricane milton. I gave 5 stars. It's not a 5-star resort, and they dont pretend to be. It's a very clean, very comfortable motel and the price is fantastic. Great location next to downtown and lots of food options and shopping close. Walmart across the street. Rooms are updated and have great pressure in the showers. Beds are comfortable with amazing pillows (always annoyed when pillows are cheap these were excellent). I definitely wouldn't hesitate to stay here again. Staff was friendly and very helpful. Thanks Niel! (Front desk) You can not beat the price !!!!!!!!!

WP
Webs Pierre Jan 14, 2026
10

The rooms are comfortable, and prices are more affordable when you use Google Travel. The service is exceptional, with daily cleaning and provision of necessities available upon request. From the front desk staff to those managing room cleanliness, you are always greeted with a warm welcome. The hotel features an entertainment lounge and several nearby amenities, including Walmart and Dollar Tree, all within walking distance.

A
AnotherVice Jan 08, 2026
10

My boyfriend and I stayed four nights and we were pleasantly impressed with the stylish rooms and updated decor. Hardwood floors, comfortable king sized bed, the pillows were flat and needed to be replaced but the bed itself was nice. The shower was large enough for both of us, the water pressure was awesome and the water got very hot. Rooms had a large tv, microwave and a fridge. Large sink and mirror, plenty of counter space. Overall our stay was pleasant except the first night (Thursday) when it seemed the guests directly above us were having some kind of party and continued to play extremely loud music until 3am. We did make a couple complaints to management between Midnight and 2am, but we were essentially ignored and had to deal with it. That is really the only complaint about our stay. The price of the rooms is an amazing deal, and we would stay there again.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Midtown Lodge & Golden Ox Lounge

Englewood, Jacksonville, FL, USA

Vibrant area with golf courses, riverside parks & retail destinations like St. Johns Town Center.

  • Philips Hwy. & Clinton Ave. fs nb 2 min Walk
  • Philips Hwy. & Reba Ave. ns sb 2 min Walk
  • Jacksonville International Airport 24 min Car · 1 hr 43 Transit
  • Gainesville Regional Airport 1 hr 20 Car · 7 hr 33 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Florida. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens 4,437 reviews

Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens

829 Riverside Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32204, United States

4.7 · Art Museum
MOSH (Museum Of Science & History) 1,339 reviews

MOSH (Museum Of Science & History)

1025 Museum Cir, Jacksonville, FL 32207, United States

4 · Science Museum
Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens 21,122 reviews

Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens

370 Zoo Pkwy, Jacksonville, FL 32218, United States

4.6 · Zoo
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