Hotel Overview
Great Family Value
The rooms are just right; the in-house restaurant and new breakfast bar are convenient; the happy...
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Big Stevie
- Jan 2, 2012
Relaxing Weekend Getaway
Everything went very smoothly. Friendly courteous staff. Clean well kept room and facility. It was...
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OK4ME
- Jul 26, 2010
Vacation in tropical oasis at Polynesian-themed Daytona oceanfront inn
A Polynesian theme resonates at the Best Western Aku Tiki Inn – think bamboo, Tiki torches, colorful Hibiscus, and an indoor-outdoor pond with Japanese goldfish. The hotel’s tranquil oceanfront setting is enhanced by the outdoor pool complex, free fresh-baked cookies and a nightly cocktail reception. The family-friendly hotel offers summer kids programs, including scavenger hunts, movies and pool games.Highlights
- Breathtaking oceanfront location
- Complimentary cookies and cocktail reception
- Summer kids activities
- Polynesian décor with indoor-outdoor pond
- Free high-speed Internet access
Location
Best Western Aku Tiki Inn guests are minutes from Daytona attractions, including golf courses, a water park and Daytona’s famous speedway. The quaint Ponce Inlet is teeming with waterfront restaurants, and home to the third tallest lighthouse in the U.S. and the Marine Science Center.Disney theme parks, Kennedy Space Center and Universal are easy day trips. All are within 80 miles and easily accessible by nearby interstate highways.
Rooms
The 132 guest rooms at the Best Western Aku Tiki Inn stick to the Polynesian theme with bright fabrics and eclectic furnishings. All rooms have microwaves, refrigerators, satellite TV, pillow-top beds and free wireless Internet access. Some guest rooms have full kitchens, and balconies with pool and ocean views.Features
Surfers won’t find Hawaii-size waves on the beach in front of the Best Western Aku Tiki Inn, but surfing is still a popular Daytona Beach activity. Kids will spend hours swimming in the Atlantic Ocean and searching for that perfectly formed sand dollar. The hotel’s oceanfront pool has a large deck surrounded by tropical flora.Dining
For fresh seafood and an “Old Florida” atmosphere, take a short drive over the Port Orange bridge to Aunt Catfish’s.Transportation
- Daytona International Airport (6.1 mi/9.8 km)
- I-95 (7.3 mi/11.7 km)
Attractions
- Daytona Lagoon water park (2.8 mi/4.5 km)
- Daytona International Speedway (6.1 mi/9.8 km)
- Ponce Inlet Lighthouse (9.1 mi/14.6 km)
- Marine Science Center (9.4 mi/15.1 km)
- LPGA International Golf Course (10.6 mi/17.1 km)
- Kennedy Space Center (61.2 mi/98.5 km)
- Universal Studios (66.3 mi/106.7 Km)
- Disney World (80.2 mi/129 km)
Business
- Free high-speed Internet access
Hotel Map
2225 S Atlantic Avenue, Daytona Beach, FL 32118-5007
- Nearby airports
- (DAB), 5.00, E, Mile
- Area description
- Resort
Amenities
- 24 Hour Front Desk
- 24 Hour Security
- Air Conditioned
- AM/FM Alarm Clock
- Coffee Maker in Room
- Connecting Rooms
- Copy Service
- Cribs Available
- Elevators
- Exercise Gym
- Fitness center
- Free Local Telephone Calls
- Free Newspaper
- Free parking
- Guest Laundromat
- Hairdryer in Room
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Heated Pool
- High-speed Internet
- Ice Machine
- Internet Access
- Ironing Board
- King Bed
- Kitchenette
- Lounge
- Microwave
- Multilingual
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
- Ocean View
- Outdoor Parking
- Outdoor Pool
- Pool
- Porters
- Queen Bed
- Refrigerator
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- Safe
- Television with Cable
- Terrace
- Truck Parking
- Wake-up Service
Dining
- Traders Restaurant
- Traders Restaurant, on premises, open for: lunch, dinner
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 3:00 PM
- Check-out:
- 11:00 AM
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (15)
Ratings and reviews for BEST WESTERN PLUS Aku Tiki Inn
- All travelers (15) 3.8 / 5
- Business (1) 2 / 5
- Couples (5) 3.6 / 5
- Families (8) 4 / 5
- Singles (1) 5 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.9
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.3
- Hotel staff:
- 4.2
- Room comfort:
- 4.1
- Location:
- 4.3
- Value:
- 4
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Great Family Value
The rooms are just right; the in-house restaurant and new breakfast bar are convenient; the happy hour cocktails are great!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
Try Down The Hatch a reasonable drive down A1A in Ponce Inlet. Dine by the river outdoors or riverview indoors. Don't miss the fish dip! You may even see porpoises up close at dinner time. Call for their "dining time" in the evening.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
a very good place to stay
very good will be back for next year stay very good restarunt
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Great week at and on the beach
Super Hotel, well maintained and with a spotless service. We can´t imagine a better value for money if you want to be that close to the beach. The pool-area offered great possibilities in order to find shelter for the sea breeze....during new year it was not that great weather, but due to the fact we are vikings from Copenhagen, Denmark, it was still OK to take a dip in the heated pool despite temperatures in the 60´s. We played a couple of rounds of golf, and there was plenty of possibilities nearby at affordable rates...and the hotel staff were eager to help with directions etc. All in all - if our way should ever get nearby Daytona, we would definately stay at the Aku Tiki again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Sightseeing tip:
Short drive from hotel
Golf - many courses in less than 10 miles distance.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Relaxing Weekend Getaway
Everything went very smoothly. Friendly courteous staff. Clean well kept room and facility. It was a good value.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Money-saving tip:
Short walk from hotel
Winn Dixie across street for its deli and refreshments.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Great mini vacation
It's such a great memory and experience to spend a night there.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Don't be fooled.......
Carpets were disgusting, elevators were scary and filthy, staff was unfriendly, pool was moldy and grout was black, the clientele was less than desirable, old, outdated, and definitely not worth what I paid. Trust me, go elsewhere.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 2
- Value:
- 1
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Great hotel
I remember this hotel when I was going to school in Daytona in the 70's. Fortunately, the hotel has been updated and was in very good shape. Staff was very friendly. Happy hour every evening. The pool area was nice. The lounging/sunning area behind the pool and facing the beach was good. Some of the lawn chairs and umbrellas were a bit worn, but other than that, it was great. The room with two queen beds was large and we had a nice balcony looking north up the beach.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Nice get away
I made the reservation online the night before the trip and everything went very smooth. We don't enjoy the big crowds, so this section of Daytona is perfect for us. We could eat on site or walk across the road to IHOP. If we wanted a different type of meal, we had to drive a short distance. We had a nice stay and will go back again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
In Hotel
The restaurant on site has a nice atmosphere and the prices are not out of line with area restaurants. The food was tasty and well prepared.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Fun in the Sun
This hotel has a really great location by the beach. The pool was nice and the rooms were clean.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
Definitely worth the drive down to Ponce Inlet.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
disappointed
I reserved a beach view north and received the opposite over the noisy pool area. When I called to ask for the north side at first the woman at the desk said it was and then said no it wasn't and that she had forgotten it was to be a north room. When she called back all they had was a first floor facing the parking lot. She was offended that we did not take this "upgrade".
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3