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the river, elegant rooms with high ceilings (some with private balconies), and friendly-as-
can-be owners, and you've got the recipe for a perfect getaway.
Plaza Resort & Spa
RESORT
855-327-5292;
www.plazaresortandspa.com
;
600 N Atlantic Ave; r from
$109; )
Built in 1908, Daytona's most historic resort underwent extensive renovations in 2013 but
still maintains its old-world charm. If only the walls could talk! From the miles of honey-
colored marble lining the lobby to the 42in plasma TVs and cloud-soft beds in the rooms,
to the 15,000-sq-ft spa, this resort coos luxury. A variety of room types are available - not
all face the ocean.
Tropical Manor
RESORT
Shores; r $65-315; )
This immaculate, family-friendly beachfront property is like a playful pastel vision of
Candy Land: though this might be too much for some. A variety of configurations from
motel rooms to suites and cottages are available; many have kitchen facilities and no two
rooms are the same.
Shores
RESORT
Shores; r from $129; )
One of Daytona's more elegant offerings, this chic, beachfront resort boasts on-site fine
dining, a full-service spa and vibrant tiki bar. Rooms are plush and pastel with four-poster
beds and balconies facing the ocean. Specials and packages are available online.
Sun Viking Lodge
RESORT
from $79, cottages from $115; )
Families continue to love this small private resort, favoring its swag of included attrac-
tions: two pools, a 60ft waterslide, beach access, shuffleboard, endless activities and a Vik-
