One year ago, Stuart Bloomberg, General Manager for the Holiday Inn & Suites Daytona Beach on the Ocean decided at an employee association meeting that he would change the direction of the hotel to better serve guests. At the time, the beachfront property was only coming in at #25 on TripAdvisor.

Stuart instituted a motto among his employees, “I promise to do ‘Whatever It Takes’ to make our hotel spectacular each and every day.” Proving that you become what you believe, Stuart was delighted to find that the new motto brought with it much more than smiles. Just one short year later on August 1, 2019, the Holiday Inn & Suites Daytona Beach on the Ocean ranked #3 on TripAdvisor, earning itself the coveted Certificate of Excellence for 2019.

The hotel already has some extreme bragging rights with a perfect location right on the beach plus the kind of amenities that make vacations spectacular. A sparkling pool with seasonal poolside service, cocktail lounge, billiards, fitness center, and on-site Seaside Café restaurant round out the offerings, though the other included extras like Kids Stay and Eat Free for children under 18 and free Wi-Fi add even more value.

Comfortable rooms and suites with contemporary features like a pillow bar and blackout shades create the ideal sleep setting. Rooms are equipped with a fridge, flat-screen TV with cable, and in suites, a whirlpool tub for the ultimate in relaxation.

Keeping things clean, orderly, and friendly under Stuart’s motto has resonated quite well with guests who have all acknowledged the staff with glowing accolades. “I just ordered polo shirts with ‘Excellent Every Day Every Time’ on them for everyone on the team,” Stuart enthused.


With the honor from Trip Advisor for the 2019 Certificate of Excellence, you can feel confident when visiting Daytona Beach that the Holiday Inn & Suites Daytona Beach on the Ocean will go above and beyond to make your stay spectacular. Smiling, friendly staff greets you when you arrive and is there to assist you to make your vacation or business trip impeccable. Stuart and his team are dedicated to helping you relax and enjoy one of Florida’s most popular destinations without any worries.

The prime beachfront location of Holiday Inn & Suites Daytona Beach on the Ocean puts you at the water’s edge where you can stroll along the beach, visit nearby landmarks like the Daytona International Speedway, or relax at the hotel with its many amenities. With the 2019 Certificate of Excellence, you can rest easy knowing Stuart and every employee at the hotel will do ‘Whatever It Takes’ to make your stay spectacular.