We have stayed at this property several times. We like being on the beach and it has a decent pool. However, this time our room, #503, was in need of some renovations/repairs. Carpet was peeling up off the floor, furniture is well worn, metal shower basket rusting, microwave needs to be replaced (peeling inside and rack rusting), rusting oven, dishwasher doesn’t dissolve pods. The beds were very comfortable though. Fitted sheets kind of worn out.
Also, it would also be very simple to install some umbrella holders around the pool and have some umbrellas/shade. All around the pool there are lots of things rusting.
Know before you go: DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED ON DAYTONA BEACH! So many people come to this property with dogs only to realize they aren’t allowed on the beach. I’m thankful for that rule because who really wants their kids building sandcastles with dog poop. However, because they can’t go on the beach, people let their dogs potty on the rocks all around the hotel and there is dog poop all along the outside in the rocks. Many people bring very large dogs, and I saw cats, too. The hotel could use a n outside stand with those little green bags and a trash can for the animal poop.
While we were there one of three elevators didn’t work. The last night zero worked, and this morning there was only one working with people trying to check out. We also wish they would bring back the to go cereal cups and muffins to make it easier to enjoy breakfast in the room. It did have a decent hot bar.
Overall, we like the property and will probably return. However, we hope that the hotel addresses renovation needs on an ongoing basis and doesn’t let it go downhill. For the price that is being charged per night the property needs to make upkeep and maintenance inspections a priority.