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Hilton Daytona Beach sinks US$25M into revamp

Florida-based Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort has completed a $25 million renovation.

Formerly known as the Hilton Daytona Beach Resort/Ocean Walk Village, the hotel now operates under its new name and remains the largest full-service beachfront hotel in Daytona Beach. 

Pool view at Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort
Pool view at Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort

Started in 2016, the multi-million dollar renovation involved extensive enhancements to various areas of the property, including its meeting and special event spaces, dining and entertainment venues, pools and beachside cabanas, lobby and common areas. 

The resort’s 60,000 square feet of meeting space has been refreshed with new wall coverings, carpet and high-end light fixtures. Updates to the resort’s Ocean View Room include new furniture, lighting and access to the hotel’s North Tower deck.

Front desk and lobby
Front desk and lobby

In addition to its meeting and special event spaces, the hotel’s 30 beachfront cabana suites also underwent ground-up renovation. The updated suites feature new beach-washed porcelain tile flooring, drapes, furniture and bathroom fixtures, as well as upgraded showers with rain showerhead fixtures, granite-topped TV consoles and semi-private patios overlooking the ocean. 

Beachfront cabana suite
Beachfront cabana suite

A reconfigured pool deck repositions the bar at the north end of the pool, allowing for a better view. The new outdoor bar was named The Blind Turtle and offers an casual street fare-themed dishes as well as specialty cocktails, wines by the glass and local and imported beers.  

In addition to The Blind Turtle, the renovation included an overhaul of the resort’s south tower lobby bar. Formerly known as Clocktower Lounge, the venue was renamed McCoys Rum Room and now has lounge areas, café tables and a large U-shaped bar in a space with beach-inspired décor and a stage for live entertainment. The new bar incorporates a rum-centric concept with a mid-century modern vibe and carries a variety of aged rums. 

Rum Room
Rum Room

Enhancements to the property also include a redesigned lobby area with a contemporary look that incorporates soft hues and tones , complementing the aesthetic for the renovated meeting spaces. The resort’s exterior color scheme was updated with water blues and slate gray tones.

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