Daytona Beach Unveils 2026 Guide

- Several new lodging options are set to open in the Daytona Beach area in 2026, including a 137-room, five-story oceanfront Residence Inn by Marriott in Ormond Beach scheduled to open in the summer and a TownePlace Suites by Marriott with extended-stay suites opening in the spring. - The historic Jackie Robinson Ballpark is undergoing a multi-million dollar renovation, expected to be completed in early 2026, which includes a new 30,000-square-foot player development facility and upgraded clubhouses and seating. - To celebrate its 40th anniversary, the Ocean Center Convention Complex is in the midst of a $40 million renovation that includes new arena seating, a new floor, and upgraded sound and lighting systems, with completion anticipated in April 2026. - In a move to attract a broader and more upscale demographic, Daytona Beach has been actively working to shift its image from a spring break destination to a more family-friendly location with a focus on its 23 miles of beaches and a growing food scene. - A recent visitor profile from late 2024 showed that 19% of paid visitors were families with children, and the median household income of visitors was $80,400. - Volusia County, where Daytona Beach is located, attracted a record 10.2 million tourists in 2018. However, more recently, the area has seen a downturn, with five consecutive months of declining tourism tax collections reported in the summer of 2025. - Adding to its attractions, Daytona Beach has recently opened a new 1.7-mile dog-friendly beach area between the Williams Avenue and Seabreeze Boulevard approaches. - The historic Billy's Tap Room, a local establishment dating back to 1922, is scheduled to reopen in Ormond Beach in 2026 under new ownership with a refreshed atmosphere.