The Raven Hotel 1st Floor - Pool OnSite Parking

Summary:

Welcome to the Raven - Jacksonville's most elegant, spookiest, and original boutique "apart-hotel." This listing is the entire 1st floor of this property - 4x studio apts and 2x 1 BR apts. Book the entire 1st floor for your wedding party to stay at while attending a wedding at a nearby venue, a corporate retreat, bachelor/bachelorette party, or holiday party! The property boasts paid on-site parking, a heated pool open 9 months (Mar-Nov), a secluded courtyard, and stunning interior design. The property is less than a mile from the Prime Osborne Convention Center and 1.5 miles from TIAA Bank Field.



The Space:

The property is a 100+ year old funeral home reimagined into a boutique "apart-hotel" consisting of 13x apts (8x studio apts, 4x 1 BR apts, and 1x 2 BR / 2 BA apt) with paid on site parking, a heated 9 month pool, a secluded courtyard, with exquisitely designed common areas featuring commercial-grade wifi, internet-connected locks and security cameras covering the outdoor common areas and both hotel entrances. Every apartment features tall (10-12 ft) ceilings, a kitchenette, and an in-unit washer/dryer.



This listing features our entire first floor, consisting of the Reliquary (the North half of the 1st floor of the hotel) and Blues Wings (South half of the 1st floor of the hotel). The Reliquary Wing consists of 2x connected apartments - Sanctuary and Besse (Apts 1 and 2). The Blues Wing consists of 4x apartments - Billie, Ella, Ray, and Ma Rainey. (Apts 3, 4, 5, 6). All four of the apartments are studios.



Reliquary Wing - Apts 1 & 2 (Sanctuary and Bessie) - this Wing consists of 2x connected (via a private passageway) 1 BR apts. Arguably the most stunning and most intimate Wing, this part of the Raven contains the original funeral home sanctuary, which has stained glass windows in the living room and the bedroom of this apartment. Bessie - the adjacent apartment includes gorgeous wallpapered windows which used to open into the hearse parking area (and before this was built - the structure's exterior). This apartment includes a custom-built "California King" bed and is aviation-inspired since it was designed in honor of Bessie Coleman, whose body was prepared in this property following her traffic crash in Jacksonville on April 30th, 1926.



The Blues Wing - Apts 3, 4, 5, & 6 (Billie, Ella, Ray, and Ma Rainey) - this Wing consists of 4x studio apts whose entrances face each other in a common atrium. This Wing hearkens back to LaVilla's heyday in the early 20th century and is named after Jazz / Blues legends who played or even lived in the neighborhood (like Ray Charles, who lived a block to the south on Church St). They are bright and beautiful with original brick / concrete block walls, and two of them have repaired/refurbished windows. This Wing also features our ADA accessible unit - Apartment 5.



The outdoor area is curated with an outdoor heated pool, courtyard, and on-site paid parking . The outdoor pool area features chaise lounges, umbrellas, and tables with chairs - perfect for enjoying a snack while taking a dip.



The courtyard features an outdoor kitchen with a natural-gas-powered grill, a refrigerator, and a food preparation area. It also features a natural-gas-powered firepit.



The paid parking lot has room for fourteen cars, including one ADA-accessible space. Starting on 25 March, we will be installing a motorized gate at the entrance to the parking area. My team will send guests a QR code which they will have a reader scan to give them access to the parking lot for the duration of their stay.



Prior to 1 April 2026, a guest's first car is complimentary / parking is free. If you would like a 2nd car, there is a $20/day charge for this. We do not have capacity for guests with more than 2 cars.



Starting on 1 April 2026, parking will be paid since we are adding an additional safety feature - a motorized gate - to the parking area. Once this is in place, paid parking will be available on a first come / first served basis. As a result, we recommend making a parking reservation as soon as possible in order to guarantee a spot for the duration of your stay. A guest's first car will cost $15/day. A guest's second car will cost $30 / day. If a guest wants to bring a third car, it will cost $45 / day. We are not able to accommodate more than three cars for any reservation / single apartment.



Guest Access:

Guests have access to their apartments, all interior common areas, and the pool area from sunrise to sunset. We feature internet-connected smart locks at every common door and for the gates in the courtyard / pool area for added security. We have a team member on site during high occupancy periods and have a team-member stop by every night to ensure the property is secure.



The Neighborhood:

This beautiful property is located in the up and coming LaVilla neighborhood within downtown Jacksonville. At the turn of the 20th century this area was a thriving mecca for African American jazz musicians, on par with New Orleans and Harlem. Famous 20th century musicians such as Ray Charles (who lived less than a quarter of a mile southwest of the property on Church St), Ma Rainey, the “mother of the blues,” often performed in LaVilla, as did “Jelly Roll” Morton, Billie Holiday, Duke Ellington, Cab Calloway, Louis Armstrong, Count Basie, Ella Fitzgerald, and many others! The city of Jacksonville is building out a "LaVilla Heritage Trail" with signs all over the area (including on the southwest corner of our off street parking lot) bringing to life the area's storied history.



Nearby neighborhoods include historic Springfield (a few blocks to the north), Brooklyn (a mile to the southwest), historic San Marco (2-3 miles to the south - over the Main St bridge), and historic Riverside/5 Points (less than 2 miles to the southwest). All of these areas teem with local restaurants, boutiques, and bars. The core area of downtown Jacksonville and the stadium district are 1-2 miles to the east and walkable during stadium events to include Jacksonville Jaguars games, the Gator Bowl, the Florida-Georgia football game as well as concerts at Daily's Place.



The Prime Osborn convention center is a mile to the southwest of the property.



Getting Around:

While you can walk around downtown Jacksonville on foot, it is best to have a car or use a ride-sharing app (such as Uber or Lyft) to go from the less densely populated portion of downtown - LaVilla - to the other parts of downtown.



Other Things to Note:

To help ensure a smooth, secure, and enjoyable stay for all guests, please review the following important information before booking:



Check-In & Identity Verification Policy



All reservations require the primary guest (the booker) to complete a secure online check-in process prior to arrival. This includes:



-Uploading a valid, unexpired government-issued photo ID

-Uploading a selfie to confirm identity

-Reviewing and signing our rental agreement



This process is similar to hotel check-in and is required because we do not typically have staff on site. Check-in instructions will only be provided once this process is complete.



If you would like to review the rental agreement before booking, please feel free to contact us.



In some cases, we may also request a security deposit and/or apply a damage waiver fee in accordance with booking channel policies.



Guest Count & Occupancy Policy



Each listing includes a maximum number of guests based on unit type and local regulations. Additional guests are welcome for an added nightly fee:



-4 & 5+ bedroom units: $50 per guest, per night after 8 or 10 guests, respectively



Please ensure your guest count is entered accurately at booking. We will confirm the number of guests after reservation. If the guest count changes, pricing may be adjusted accordingly. For safety and compliance purposes, exterior security cameras are used to verify occupancy. Unreported additional guests may result in additional charges.



Pet Policy



This is a pet-friendly property. While our cleaning team is thorough, guests with severe pet allergies should be aware that dogs, cats, or other animals may have stayed in the space previously.



Pet fees:



$30 per night, per pet

$150 per week, per pet

$300 per month, per pet



Pet fees are included in the accommodation rate as long as you choose the appropriate quantity of pets when completing a booking. We confirm this with all guests post booking confirmation.



Local Reservation Policy



Reservations under 7 nights from guests residing in the local area may be subject to cancellation at our discretion. We handle exceptions on a case-by-case basis.



Early Check-In & Late Check-Out Policy



Early arrivals and late departures are not guaranteed and must be approved in advance. If approved, the following fees apply:



-Up to 1 hour: $25

-1–2 hours: $50

-2–3 hours: $75

-3+ hours: $100 or the cost of an additional night (whichever is greater)



Please do not assume availability without confirmation.



Smoking Policy



Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property, including indoor and outdoor areas. If evidence of smoking is found, an additional cleaning fee of $500 will be applied in accordance with the booking channel's cleaning and damage policies.



Special Request Policy



Requests for items such as pack-n-plays, high chairs, or other non-standard amenities should be submitted at least 7 days before check-in to ensure availability. Requests made closer to arrival will be accommodated if possible but cannot be guaranteed.



We understand that this is a detailed list, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to review it. These guidelines help us maintain a safe, well-cared-for property and ensure a great experience for every guest. Our goal is always for you to feel comfortable, welcome, and well taken care of during your stay.