Hotels for Preseason Game 2: Jacksonville Jaguars v Tampa Bay Buccaneers

This preseason clash between the Jacksonville Jaguars and Tampa Bay Buccaneers brings fans into EverBank Stadium for a low-stakes but lively NFL warm-up game. Picking the right base matters more than usual on game day, since traffic and parking around the stadium tighten up fast before kickoff.

Home to the Jacksonville Jaguars, EverBank Stadium sits on the banks of the St Johns River in downtown Jacksonville, a large open-air arena shared with the Florida-Georgia rivalry game and regular concerts. The riverside setting is pleasant, with downtown's Hemming Park, the San Marco neighbourhood across the river and the waterfront within reach.

Jacksonville's Skyway monorail and JTA buses serve downtown. Booking a room downtown or by the river keeps the city's restaurants and transport links close for a game day or concert night.