Spend Independence Day Weekend in Daytona at the Subway Jalapeño 240 & Coke Zero 400!

Celebrate Independence Day weekend at the Daytona International Speedway with the Subway Jalapeño 250 and Coke Zero 400. See NASCAR Nationwide and Sprint Cup Series drivers race for the checkered flag and bragging rights during these July races in Daytona.

Subway Jalapeño 250
July 6, 2013, 7:30 PM

Watch stars from the NASCAR Nationwide Series take on the Sprint Cup Series stars for 100 laps. See your favorites like Danica Patrick and Kyle Busch hit the Speedway. 

Coke Zero 400
July 7, 2013, 7:30 PM

Kick off the day with a pre-race concert by Train, then see this annual NASCAR Sprint Cup Series stock car race take to the track for 160 laps of excitement. Don’t miss the post-race fireworks - one of the largest displays in the Southeast!

Visit the Daytona International Speedway official website for more on these Independence Day weekend NASCAR events in Daytona.

Reserve your stay for the Subway Jalapeño 250 and Coke Zero 400 races at the Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort. Our resort is minutes from the speedway and offers ideal accommodations for race fans. Book online here or by calling 386-254-8200.

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Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort - A 2013 Top All-Around Value Resort!

The Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort is thrilled to be a ConventionSouth Magazine’s Editor’s Hot Pick for Top All-Around Value Resorts in 2013!

A leading meeting industry resource for more than 30 years, ConventionSouth Magazine is distributed to nearly 20,000 meeting professionals throughout the south.

ConventionSouth’s Editors selected the Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort along with 9 other resorts based on, “their outstanding ability to welcome all types of groups, providing both casual and upscale amenities, and services for families as well as VIP attendees. These resorts provide an all-around value for meeting planners and groups.”

This esteemed accolade comes as the most recent award our Daytona Beach resort has earned, click here to read the press release. We extend a huge thank you to ConventionSouth for this wonderful honor. We hope to continue to rank as a top value resort in Daytona Beach among our dear and valued customers.

The Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort offers something for everyone visiting The World’s Most Famous Beach. Whether you’re visiting for a meeting at the Ocean Center or hosting an event at our meeting facilities, we offer numerous amenities and attentive service that resonate with guests long after their meeting finishes.

Families, spring breakers and visitors flocking to the area for our famous sand-packed beaches or long-standing Daytona events like Bike Week or the Daytona 500 also find our atmosphere, approach and accommodations to be a value year after year.

Reserve your stay online or call 386-254-8200 and learn first-hand why the Hilton Daytona Beach is a Top All-Around Value Resort this year.

The 24th Annual Daytona Spring Turkey Run 2013 Rolls into Town Next Month

Vroom! Be among the many rolling into Daytona Beach next month for the 24th Annual Daytona Spring Turkey Run, March 23 & 24, 2013 at the Daytona International Speedway Infield.

Daytona Spring Turkey Run 2013
March 23 & 24, 2013
Daytona International Speedway Infield
Daytona Beach, Florida

Special events include taking part in a pace lap around the Daytona International Speedway as well as seeing Larsen Motorsports unveil their new 2013 jet dragster. Browse one of the largest showcases of classic cars and street rods in the region. Maybe you’re in the market for a new ride, in which case a visit to the car corral is perfect. Meet individual sellers and dealers selling a variety of makes and models.

Whether you’re searching for that elusive car part or in the business of selling, you’ll find just about everything at the Daytona Spring Turkey Run swap meet featuring both new, used, hard-to-find and custom parts. Don’t forget about the Art & Fashion Bazaar and delicious food vendors also on hand!

Tickets are $10 with children under 11 free with an adult admission. The Daytona Beach Spring Turkey Run 2013 is open from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday.

Visit the event website for more on this Daytona car show and swap meet or to register.

The Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort hopes you enjoy the Daytona Spring Turkey Run 2013, a premier classic car event in Daytona Beach. Visit our website for more information about our beach front accommodations just minutes from the Speedway. Reserve your stay online or by calling 386-254-8200.

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We’re the Official Hotel of Bike Week 2013 -- The World’s Largest Motorcycle Event in Daytona!

The Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort is proud to be the Official Hotel of Bike Week 2013 -- a famed 72-year tradition in Daytona!

Running from March 8 - 17, Daytona Bike Week 2013 is set to welcome thousands of bike enthusiasts to The World’s Most Famous Beach for a number of Bike Week events and outings. Participants can Ride the Loop and enjoy scenic views of some of the best local attractions and attend hundreds of events hosted by local groups and businesses.

To learn more about Daytona Bike Week 2013, please visit the official Bike Week website.

Book your Bike Week hotel accommodations in Daytona today -- rooms are still available for this annual bike event in Daytona. Our Bike Week Special Offer puts you just one block from Main Street while providing free Internet access and covered parking for one bike.

The Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort, a longstanding supporter and sponsor of Bike Week, offers everything bike enthusiasts need for a memorable Daytona Beach experience. Situated directly on the beach our hotel is in the center of it all -- steps from the boardwalk attractions, Ocean Walk Village and much more. As the only property in Daytona to offer eight on-site dining options under one roof, we offer something for everyone! Learn more about our accommodations, amenities and restaurants by visiting our website.

Reserve this Bike Week hotel deal through the official Bike Week booking page or click here to book online through the Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort. Bookings can also be made by calling 386-254-8200.

The Hilton Daytona Beach looks forward to being your hotel for Bike Week 2013.

Daytona Beach is Gearing Up for the 2013 Budweiser Speedweeks!

Racing fans will soon converge on the Daytona International Speedway as anticipation builds for the 2013 Daytona 500. Join in the action and excitement leading up to The Great American Race at Budweiser Speedweeks 2013.

Budweiser Speedweeks 2013
Daytona International Speedway
February 16 - 24, 2013

Budweiser Speedweeks is a series of season-opening events and qualifying races that famously culminate in the Daytona 500.

2013 Budweiser Speedweek Events:
Lucas Oil 200 Presented by MAVTV American Real
Sprint Unlimited
Daytona 500 Qualifying Presented by Kroger
UNOH Battle at the Beach
Budweiser Duel
NextEra Energy Resources 250
DRIVE4COPD 300
Daytona 500

To learn more about these exciting NASCAR events in Daytona, visit the Budweiser Speedweeks website. Click here to read our blog on the 2013 Daytona 500.

The Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort hopes you enjoy the Budweiser Speedweek events! Our resort, located just minutes from the races, offers a wide variety of restaurants near the Daytona International Speedway. Visit our website or call 386-254-8200 for more information.

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The World’s Most Famous Beach is Set to Welcome Daytona Beach Half Marathon Runners

Annual events in Daytona Beach hit a fever pitch in February, welcoming NASCAR and racing events like the Daytona 500 and Budweiser Speedweeks in addition to the yearly running of the Daytona Beach Half Marathon on February 17, 2013 at the Daytona International Speedway.

Daytona Beach Half Marathon
February 17, 2013
6:30 AM
Daytona International Speedway

This 13.1 mile race boasts an incredibly unique route, highlighting many of Daytona’s most famous landmarks. Runners will begin in the heart of the Daytona International Speedway -- pit road running the first two miles around the storied course before the course takes them east toward the sand-packed beaches of Daytona. The race ends at the finish line at the Daytona International Speedway.

To learn more about the Daytona Beach Half Marathon, visit the official race website.

The Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort wishes all Daytona Beach Half Marathon runners the best of luck! Reserve your stay before the big race by booking online or calling 386-254-8200. Our eight on-site restaurants and lounges are a great place to fuel up before the race or enjoy a celebratory post-race meal, while our Spa at the Hilton offers relaxing treatments after a hard run 13.1 miles. For more information on our accommodations, amenities or specials, click here.

Let the Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort Be Your 2013 Daytona 500 Hotel!

The 2013 Daytona 500 will bring forty three of the world’s best NASCAR drivers to the Daytona International Speedway on February 24, 2013 for the race deemed “The Great American Race”.

Daytona 500
February 24, 2013
Daytona International Speedway
Daytona Beach, Florida

Are you traveling to The World’s Most Famous Beach to see the Daytona 500 or the 2013 Budweiser Speedweeks? We invite you to stay with us at the Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort, your 2013 Daytona 500 hotel!

Put yourself in the middle of the action in Daytona Beach with our perfectly situated accommodations! Don’t miss a lap of the race or any of the pre-race events.

During your downtime there is plenty for the whole family to do. Our hotel sits directly on sand-packed Daytona Beach, while our  restaurants and lounges offer delicious dining options near the Daytona International Speedway. Splash around in our pools, workout in our new Fitness Center or let the kids play in our D-Dawg’s Kidszone.

We hope you’ll make the Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort your 2013 Daytona 500 hotel. Visit our website to learn more about the accommodations, amenities and special packages we offer. Reserve your room online or by calling 386-254-8200.

Don’t Miss the Rolex 24 At Daytona - The First Race of the 2013 Season!

The 2013 season of racing will kick off with the Rolex 24 At Daytona, January 26 - 27, 2013 at the Daytona International Speedway. Don’t miss this 24-hour endurance race featuring international racing stars of DAYTONA Prototype and GT-Class racing and is the opening event of the Rolex Sports Car Series.

Rolex 24 At Daytona
January 26 - 27, 2013
Daytona International Speedway

Weekend events include carnival fun from Strates Shows of Orlando, the 8th Annual Chili Cook-Off before the start of the race, the 8th Annual Daytona 5K Run & Fun Walk, Driver Autograph Sessions, Champion’s Club and much more!

Don’t forget the Roar Before the Rolex 24, a racing fan’s dream experience! The Roar Before
the Rolex 24 is a great opportunity to get up close to the cars and crews participating in the 2013 event. The pre-race event features guided tours of the garages, talks and fan forums. Take in the action on the track and watch as cars test the twists and turns of the course before the Rolex 24 At Daytona. To learn more about the Rolex 24 At Daytona or any of the race weekend activities, please visit the Daytona International Speedway website.

Enjoy a complete Daytona Beach experience by selecting the Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort as your Rolex 24 At Daytona hotel. Our oceanfront location situates you perfectly to explore some of the best attractions and shops at The World’s Most Famous Beach. Our numerous hotel restaurants, pools and family-friendly amenities means there's something here for everyone.

Reserve your accommodations for the race by calling 386-254-8200 or booking online. The Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort looks forward to welcoming you to kick-off the 2013 race season at the Rolex 24!

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Check Out the Nation’s Largest Car Show & Swap Meet - The 39th Annual Daytona Turkey Run©!

Visit the Daytona Turkey Run©, November 22 - 25, 2012, the largest car show and swap meet in the nation.

39th Annual Daytona Turkey Run©
November 22 - 25, 2012
Thursday - Saturday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Daytona International Speedway

Founded in 1974, the Daytona Turkey Run© is presented by Daytona Beach Street Rods and is a long-standing Thanksgiving weekend tradition in Daytona Beach. Held at the Daytona International Speedway, the Turkey Run expects to welcome thousands for the four-day event.

Turkey Run spectators can enjoy the car show which features diverse classic and street rod cars from throughout the nation. Attendees can also browse the swap meet, an open market of both new and hard to find automotive parts, as well as a number of food, craft and antique vendors. If you are in the market for a custom car, the car corral is the place to be. Check out a large selection of one of a kind vehicles for sale.

This family-friendly event in Daytona is perfect for the entire family. Spectator admission is $15 on Thursday, Friday and Saturday and $10 on Sunday. Kids under 11 years of age are free with adult admission. For additional information on this Daytona Beach car show, visit the Daytona Turkey Run© website.

The Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort hopes you enjoy the 2012 Daytona Turkey Run©.

Biketoberfest 2012 Welcomes Thousands of Bike Fans to Daytona Beach Next Month!

Daytona Beach is gearing up to welcome thousands of bike enthusiasts as they ride into The World’s Most Famous Beach for the 20th Annual Biketoberfest, October 18 - 21, 2012.

20th Annual Biketoberfest
October 18 - 21, 2012
Daytona Beach, Florida

Events at Biketoberfest in Daytona Beach include street festivals, bike races, charity rides, music, entertainment and much more. Browse official merchandise from over 30 vendors, while enjoying delicious BBQ, beverages and a performance by DJ Ronnie at the Biketoberfest Activities at Riverfront Park.

Join in the long weekend of sun, fun and lots of riding throughout town by booking your Biketoberfest accommodations at the Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort just one block from Main Street. We are proud to offer visitors in town for Biketoberfest our special rate for October 18 - 21, 2012. Our Biketoberfest Special Hotel Rate includes free Internet access as well as free covered parking for one bike.

For additional information on Biketoberfest, visit the event’s official website. For more information about accommodations at the Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort or to book our Biketoberfest Special Rate, visit our website or call 386-254-8200.

The Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort looks forward to welcoming bike fans to town next month!

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