If you're looking for something truly unique in Jacksonville, The Cove Social Club is such a hidden…read moregem! Located in a 101-year-old building that used to be an A&P grocery store, this space perfectly blends history, creativity, and community. I love that so much of the original architecture has been preserved -- and the fact that it was designed by a woman architect back in the day makes it even more special. The Cove offers so much: daily coffee service, cooking and cake-decorating classes in "The Lab," yoga and meditation on Wellness Wednesdays, Social Sundays focused on mindfulness and connection, and even Art & Wine nights where you can sip, snack, and paint while listening to live music. They're also about to open Sticks & Stones, a private cigar club next door that will be available to members -- it's going to be such a great addition to the experience. The next membership cohort begins November 1st, and spots are limited to just 150 members to keep things community-focused and personal. They also host networking events, lectures, and business education workshops, so it's a great mix of social and professional. Whether you come for a coffee, an event, or to meet new people, The Cove Social Club is one of those places that makes you feel instantly connected and inspired.

We recently had an Art & Wine event at the Affluent Concierge for our good friend's birthday. Our…read moregroup had a fabulous time creating paintings and being pampered with lovely decor, enjoyable music, nice wine and delicious appetizers by our wonderful host, Nicole and her assistant, Sherlock. Our art experience included all the necessary art supplies and the privilege being guided through the creative process by our awesome art instructor, Mia. Mia was knowledgeable, patient, and encouraging. She spent time with each one of us, explaining techniques and offering tips and motivation. The Affluent Concierge provided a unique and delightful experience, with great attention to detail and heartwarming personal touches. Thank you, Nicole, Mia and Mr. Sherlock, we look forward to our next event!

The music was too loud the poor waitresses the help they look so busy and uncomfortable. It just…read morewasn't pleasant. I'm sorry.

The grand ballroom was a wonderful experience. We were in a situation where the previous event…read morecenter canceled. Mrs.Pam made everything happen within two weeks. I appreciate everything she did to make our wedding Amazing.

Convenient hotel for nearby business…read more I stayed at the Aloft because it was the hotel option with EV chargers. My work gave us the option of Aloft or Marriott, and only Aloft mentioned EV chargers on their website. (I ended up not driving the EV, but it was nice to have the option.) Check in was easy, and my room was ready and clean. I don't love the Aloft brand as I don't think it caters to my demographic, but it was perfectly adequate for a midweek trip made without my kids. I had a standard two queen room. It had a single sink and a shower (no tub). The room had a view of their conference room/ballroom building. The doors do not do much to keep the sound of the hallway out, and throughout the night, I could hear people talking and doors slamming. Not great. The beds were just a little too firm, but I thought the pillows were fine. The shower water pressure was not great, even when adjusted to be high velocity. I did like that parking was free and that there were several restaurants within walking distance. I think next time I'll try out the Marriott.

A decent hotel on the surface that unfortunately falls short where it matters most: sleep. The…read moreproperty feels clean and well kept, the beds and pillows are comfortable enough, and the overall vibe is pleasant. But if a good night's rest is your priority, you may want to look elsewhere. The AC unit is loud and occasionally puts out an unpleasant smell, which was a nuisance throughout the stay. The walls are paper thin. Conversations from neighboring rooms came through clearly, and the hallway doors slam constantly with no relief. We managed to doze off between 11:30pm and 4am before being jolted awake by slamming doors and a neighboring couple having a full-blown argument in the hallway. Not exactly the relaxing night we had in mind. A few other small gripes: no blackout curtains, though the shades do a reasonable job, light creeps in from the sides. There is also no ice machine on the floors, though they do provide pre-bagged ice at the front desk downstairs. On the brighter side, breakfast was a nice touch if it is included in your rate. It is not a buffet but a made-to-order setup with a choice of omelet, burrito, or sandwich. We went with a fully loaded veggie option and it came generously stuffed. Nothing extraordinary taste-wise, but a solid and filling start to the day. The gym was a good size, though the free weight selection skews heavy, so if you prefer lighter weights you may find yourself out of luck. Clean, functional, and fairly priced for what it is, but bring earplugs.

I will be glad to post the first review for this establishment…read more My uncle has his wedding here and I was highly impressed with this establishment. I wasn't taking pictures to show the establishment but I wanted to share with everyone incase you need a place to have a special occasion. The parking lot has a lot of parking spaces. It has multiple spaces inside of the building. They have 3 restrooms and one is handicap accessible. I loved the two sided stairway with balcony. I am definitely thinking about using this place for future events.

I've attended a quarterly event this year that takes over the Aloft lobby & each time Carissa has…read morebeen the bartender. She makes handling the crowd look effortless & makes fabulous cocktails including a themed one for each event.

Stopped to have a drink after an event. Malia was our bartender and she was the best! She has the…read morebest personality! They have a full bar. Great time she gave us great conversation! Place is clean free popcorn and pool table.

Ok this was fun! With a large group, something different besides arcade or the escape rooms!…read moreWe started out being split into 2 groups, playing against each other. We played like Family Fued type game, then a guess what the person is going to write, a couple of ping pong games, flip cup type game! It was fun and everyone got into it! A bit on the pricey side but fun for larger groups!

This is a great activity place for a large group of people. They will have you play various games…read morefor an hour that come from famous game shows such as Family Feud. It can be nerve wracking sometimes because all games have a short time limit that you can answer or complete an activity. We had a gals vs guys team and the guys ended up winning this time.