We decided on New Year's Day to make a road trip to St. Augustine and Daytona Beach. There were 2 couples. It was a spontaneous descision so we looked online for an inexpensive hotel on the beach and found this gem. We were a little nervous because it was pretty inexpensive for oceanfront views but we decided to try it. We were SO pleasantly surprised. A few scuffs here and there but overall very clean. Guestrooms were roomy with microwave and small fridge included. Nice beach view from the balcony. Decor has a sort of retro tahiti/1960's motel feel. Beds comfortable with lots of pillows. The staff we encountered were some of the nicest we've met at any hotel ever, friendly and helpful.
It was too cold to use the pool but it was clearly kept sparkling clean. We couldn't spot a hot tub. Maybe it was located somewhere else if they had one. Easy beach access. The manager's cocktail hour was great with full sized drinks. Atmosphere in the dining room was cheerful and we were enjoying ourselves so much and liked our server so much at the cocktail hour we ended up eating dinner there. We were very pleased with our decision as the menu, although not huge, was adequate and the food turned out to be very good and prepared perfectly.
The breakfast buffet, included in the price, was good with a nice selection. Although a basketball team came to breakfast just as we did the kitchen/servers did a good job keeping plenty of food out.
When we checked out I noticed a platter of oatmeal cookies set out under glass for the guests. That was a nice upper-end touch! No this was not a 5 star hotel, but they did a great job trying to be and all of us agreed we would love to go back there sometime for a longer visit to the area.
- Best Western Daytona Beach
- Daytona Beach Best Western
