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Sep 12, 2008 by Marvin from Washington, GA
Overall Rating: 5
Cleanliness:[5] • Staff:[7] • Location:[10]

• The location was great.
• Not enough parking.

“When reporting something wrong they need to get it resolved soon as possible.”

Sep 6, 2008 by Debbie from Hendersonville, TN
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[6] • Staff:[8] • Location:[10]

• The hotel was on the beach with a lifeguard on duty.
• Cleanliness of lack there of.

“We had a beachfront view which was spectacular. There was a lifeguard on duty during day time hours. The hotel was within walking distance of several stores, restaurants, etc. The room also had a full size refrigerator which was a surprise. However, the room wasn't very clean.”

Sep 6, 2008 by Laetitia from Atlanta, GA
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[9] • Location:[8]

• Convenient. Ocean view. Affordable.
• May be needs some renovations.

“It was a great experience. If I had to go back to Daytona Beach I stay here. The staff was nice and the rooms clean. The ocean view was beautiful.”

Sep 3, 2008 by Constance from Ocala, FL
Overall Rating: 5
Cleanliness:[5] • Staff:[5] • Location:[9]

• Great location.
• Room.

“NA.”

Aug 24, 2008 by Robert from Gainesville, GA
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• They have truck parking.
• The balcony could be more private.

“Excellent stay. We drive a tractor trailer (semi) and anywhere that has truck parking is a great plus to us. Great room and beautiful view.”

Aug 16, 2008 by Angela from Orlando, FL
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• Loved the ocean view, staff was friendly.
• Have to slam doors to get them to lock.

“I would recommend this hotel to friends. The location was great right on the beach. My husband and kids loved being able to walk right out to the beach. Not bad for the price.”

Aug 3, 2008 by Melvin from Gastonia, NC
Overall Rating: 5
Cleanliness:[3] • Staff:[4] • Location:[8]

• Location was ideal to a number of nice restaurants and amusements.
• The hotel was dirty and the fixtures and carpet were in dire need of repair and upgrading.

“The hotel needed many repairs and fixtures and appliances needed repair and or replacement. The overall cleanliness of the facilities was horrible. Carpet was badly worn and needing replacement and walls were in need of painting.”

Aug 1, 2008 by Dave from Eastnorthport, NY
Overall Rating: 1
Cleanliness:[1] • Staff:[4] • Location:[8]

• The view of the ocean.
• My room was dirty, AC did not work properly, and it had bed bugs.

“This hotel is dirty and in need of renovations, staff is unprofessional and at times rude, my room was dirty and AC did not work.”

Jun 15, 2008 by Carol from Lady Lake, FL
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• Sunrise right in back of motel.
• Said it had cont. breakfast, didnt.

“Very attractive grounds. People friendly.”

Jun 7, 2008 by Michelle from La Vergne, TN
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[6] • Location:[10]

• Fridge came in very handy.
• Sliding glass door to balcony overlooking ocean didn't work.

“This hotel is showing some age, but it was fabulous for the price. And hey, it's right on the beach. So it's going to show some wear from the salt air and constant sand being brought in. I would've liked the sliding glass door to work though.”

Jun 5, 2008 by Don from Brandon, FL
Overall Rating: 6
Cleanliness:[6] • Staff:[8] • Location:[6]

• Location to the beach was excellent.
• Roaches in the room / room could have looked cleaner.

“The La Playa hotel is a good choice if you're sole desire is to spend time at the beach. If you're looking to do things at the boardwalk, you'll likely want to find a closer hotel. The boardwalk is not within walking distance from the La Playa hotel.”

Jun 3, 2008 by Sandy from Koyuk, AK
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[9] • Location:[10]

• The hotel was available and friendly.
• The room could probably use a renovation as far as the floors and appliances are concerned.

“The hotel afforded the comfort and cost conducive to my stay in Daytona Beach.”

Jun 1, 2008 by Michael from Calahan, FL
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[9] • Location:[10]

• The people were friendly and my wife loved it.
• I really don't have any complaints.

“I found it to be secure friendly clean. Location was excellent will plan again for October fest they even have a place to park my Harley trailer. I thought that the 23.00 for breakfast was a bit steep.”

May 31, 2008 by Teresa from Woodruff, SC
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[9] • Location:[10]

• I loved the pool and the view from the room. The location was great.
• The indoor pool was not open late enough.

“This hotel is great for the family traveler. You are close enough to the strip that you can drive to the shops, but far enough away that you want hear all the bars at night. You have a outdoor pool and an indoor pool, with activities for the children to due free up some of your time.”

May 22, 2008 by Gary from Tampa, FL
Overall Rating: 1
Cleanliness:[1] • Staff:[1] • Location:[5]

• Liked nothing!
• Disliked Everything - bad room, entire hotel generally dirty, filthy outdoor bar, inattentive staff, general low rent atmosphere.

“Not worth the time!”

May 5, 2008 by Joshua from Coral Gables, FL
Overall Rating: 2
Cleanliness:[3] • Staff:[1] • Location:[7]

• The tike bar was fun and we definitely had a great time with the bartender Beth.
• Aside from Beth the bartender, all other staff were very rude and unhelpful, I would definitely not recommend this hotel to other travelers.

“The rooms were unimpressive, the staff was even worse (aside from Beth the bartender), the location was nice, but it's hard not to be due to the fact the beach is everywhere. Do yourself a favor and avoid this hotel.”

Apr 30, 2008 by Theresa from Yonkers, NY
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[8] • Location:[10]

• I liked the staff mainly Ray Sinclair was very friendly and supportive. The view from our hotel balcony was beautiful. The shopping mall was a plus.
• Could use a little updated carpeting.

“I liked my stay at the Laplaya overall. The location was good. Beachfront balcony was beautiful. I and my fianc watched the sunrise from it.”

Apr 24, 2008 by kathy from st louis, mo
Overall Rating: 1
Cleanliness:[1] • Staff:[1] • Location:[8]

• Nothing.
• Everything.

“Does anyone read these? I was there in 2004 and sent a letter afterward and never received a reply. It was without a doubt the most disgusting hotel rooms we've ever had. Mold, dirt, stained sheets, moldy curtains, bugs, no light bulbs in some lamps, bathrooms a mess. Can't believe anyone would stay in that hotel. Restaurant had no air conditioning said it would be a month before it would be repaired. We had a couple with us who had been in a car accident and were still recovering or we would have moved on and not stayed even the one night. Really a disgusting hotel!”

Apr 18, 2008 by Karen from Martinez, GA
Overall Rating: 1
Cleanliness:[2] • Staff:[1] • Location:[8]

• On the beach.
• Rude staff, pool not heated, workout room is a dump.

“Very unhappy.”

Apr 16, 2008 by Jeremy from Crest Hill, IL
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[10] • Location:[6]

• The staff is great! Very friendly.
• Rooms could have been a little nicer.

“Highly recommend Laplaya. The staff is very nice and make for a pleasant time.”

Apr 15, 2008 by Sarah from Battlecreek, MI
Overall Rating: 2
Cleanliness:[2] • Staff:[1] • Location:[7]

• Nothing but their pool.
• Everything but their pool.

“I was very disappointed with the quality of the room.”

Apr 10, 2008 by Veronica from Durham, NC
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[8] • Location:[9]

• The location was wonderful. My oldest daughter enjoyed the pool and the beach.
• The curtains in the room were stained. The decor could be a little more updated.

“I enjoyed this hotel very much. I would come back again. This hotel is very family friendly.”

Apr 6, 2008 by Casey from Fitchburg, WY
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[9] • Location:[5]

• Family friendly. Fairly clean. Nice pool. Great ocean views.
• "Kitchen" was very small but worked. Location was too far to walk to shops/ clubs.

“Great little place. Wasn't very crowded for spring break. Very family friendly with a clean pool and direct beach access. Pool deck bingo daily with a DJ playing classic top 40's on the weekends. Too far from clubs and shopping center to walk but close enough for cheap cab ride. Loved the Publics grocery store directly across the street. Felt very safe (even stumbling home at 3 am alone).”

Apr 5, 2008 by Erkanjan from Orlando, FL
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• Ocean view perfect.
• Balconies are open should be covered by net.

“Hotel is good; perfect location; perfect view; just needs renew.”

Apr 1, 2008 by Edward from Fremont, IN
Overall Rating: 1
Cleanliness:[3] • Staff:[4] • Location:[7]

• The lifeguard at the pool was very helpful in finding things in area.
• Made service was bad, ran out of towels, toilet paper, sometimes rooms were not cleaned.

“Was not worth the money, they had hidden costs for parking, $5.00 per day, also $11.45 for some other upgrade not told about. Not happy.”

Mar 29, 2008 by Dawn from Knoxville, TN
Overall Rating: 4
Cleanliness:[3] • Staff:[3] • Location:[7]

• A house keeper named Elizabeth who cleaned my room was very kind.
• Not enough dishes, rude activities person.

“The room was not ready when I arrived at 12 pm, my paper said be there at 3 pm. I had to wait 4 hours to even check in. There was not an adequate amount of dishes to stay a week, even asking I did not get them I had to buy. Activities lady was very rude and disrespectful to me on Easter in front of my twin 2 yr old girls. I would not recommend to anyone who is family based.”

Mar 23, 2008 by Hebah from Pittsburgh, PA
Overall Rating: 1
Cleanliness:[1] • Staff:[4] • Location:[4]

• Absolutely nothing.
• The smell and the bugs.

“This is the most disgusting hotel I have ever stayed at. It smelled so bad that I couldn't sleep and ended up checking out after 2 nights although I had payed for 4 and stayed somewhere else (and I was not refunded). I expected a 3 star, average class hotel and I got spiders running around the bathroom, dirty and dead bugs in every corner, hair all over the sheets. The balconies are all attached to each other so for safety purposes you can't leave the door open and man, was this place SMELLY. The bathtub was so dirty that although it was hot and I was on the beach, I didn't shower the whole time I was there. I wouldn't even give this hotel 1 star.”

Mar 19, 2008 by M. from Warner Robins, GA
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• Very friendly staff! Convenient parking and location.
• Needs updating and renovations.

“Our overall experience at the LaPlaya was excellent. The location and parking were great (you pay 5.00 per day for parking the security is well worth it) The staff was always very attentive to our needs. We will stay here again! The only con is the hotel really needs to be renovated.”

Mar 19, 2008 by Zed from Bremen, IN
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[8] • Location:[7]

• A nice view of the ocean from my room.
• Not quiet enough on the 9th floor could here noises all night.

“Nice room, the door wouldn't shut without pulling it in hard. The staff was friendly, all in all a nice place to stay.”

Mar 18, 2008 by Sarah from Oviedo, FL
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[6] • Staff:[1] • Location:[7]

• On the beach.
• Staff was unknowledgeable and slow.

“I liked that the hotel have a kitchen, it helped save money on eating out. However the hotel property, I dont know if it was just my room but appeared old. Door lock messed up, sliding door didnt slide, and ceiling was peeling. The staff was slow and un helpful, they told me they had no hot tub and I later found out they had 2 outdoor and 1 indoor hot tub! Do they not know where they work?”

Mar 8, 2008 by Cheryl from New Port Richey, FL
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[7] • Location:[8]

• Quiet, non distressing, convenient, clean.
• Staff at check-in were bland.

“I would definitely stay at this hotel again and recommend it to friends and family members.”

Mar 6, 2008 by Debbie from Goodlettsville, TN
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[10] • Location:[9]

• I like the pool/room location. We get and inside pool for rainy days and wife a plus.
• For handicapped people they don't offer help getting a car full of luggage to the room.

“The La Playa is convenient to shopping and food within very close walking distance, loads of undercover parking to prevent getting hit by bad weather, and the pool and pool bar area is lovely as well as the, little known about, heated inside pool which is very nice and slightly used. If you have work to keep up with or just love your computer, having the wife spot in your room is great. This hotel with the full kitchen offers all the comforts of home should you want to eat in your room after a long day of sunning. This is my family's favorite place to stay in the Daytona Beach area and for the price I'll go along with their choice!”

Feb 28, 2008 by Holton from West End, NC
Overall Rating: 8
Staff:[8] • Location:[9]

• Friendly Staff.
• Desk computer on check out didn't work Lights over bed didn't work.

“OK for overnight stay on travels.”

Feb 27, 2008 by Ron from Oviedo, FL
Overall Rating: 6
Cleanliness:[6] • Staff:[3] • Location:[8]

• Right on the Beach.
• Room is disappointing, Dirty.

“Rooms are disappointing. Staff is not very helpful and is actually quite rude and gives the impression they would rather be somewhere else.”

Feb 27, 2008 by Steve from Benton, LA
Overall Rating: 1
Cleanliness:[1] • Staff:[1] • Location:[7]

• Leaving the hotel.
• Coming into room.

“This place is a real dump. After we checked in and they moved us to three different rooms and each one was horrible we left. I think you should never book anyone in this hotel. This should be a 1 star. We would not stay here for free. Sent you an email the night we left and have not heard from anyone.”

Feb 5, 2008 by William from Jacksonville, FL
Overall Rating: 1
Cleanliness:[3] • Staff:[5] • Location:[6]

• Beach view.
• Missing drywall and unfinished molding.

“This is a definite spring break, beer/smoke smelling hotel. Great if not in the room.”

Jan 31, 2008 by Allen from Whitestone, IN
Overall Rating: 4
Cleanliness:[4] • Staff:[5] • Location:[8]

• The hotel was on the beach and we stayed in a beach front room.
• Rooms were in need of remodeling, shower needed repair.

“The location of the hotel was good but it is in definite need of an interior face lift.”

Jan 29, 2008 by William from Dayton, OH
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[9] • Location:[8]

• The hotel was right on the beach and made for a beautiful view.
• The room was dated with old mattresses, pillows and furniture. The bathroom tile was in need of repair.

“Nice location on the beach, but hotel in need of updating and repairs.”

Jan 21, 2008 by Steve from Melbourne, FL
Overall Rating: 1
Cleanliness:[1] • Staff:[5] • Location:[6]

• Available on same-day request.
• Property is dirty, smelly, badly managed. Not a 3Star property, not comparable to Marriott etc.

“This beach-front property is badly in need of a make-over. Rooms are dirty and smelly, all fixtures are rusty, and carpet shows concrete floor thru holes, light fixtures all have dead bugs in them. Do not try to stay at LaPlaya on a weekend; drunken young guests play drinking games at 2AM, walls no noise barrier. It surely isn't on a comparable level to 3-star rated Marriott/Doubletree etc. properties. Cannot recommend this hotel.”

Jan 21, 2008 by Pj from Strongsville, OH
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[6] • Location:[8]

• Location, price, oceanfront, across from mall.
• Per day $5/day parking - not disclosed earlier.

“Oceanfront Hotel was fine moderately clean, great location, easy parking - mall with everything across the street. Adequate breakfast buffet. Lounge and comedy show on weekends. Kitchen (full) in some rooms and kitchenette in others was awesome for people staying longer or on budget. Would definitely go back for budget conscious, mainly golf vacation.”

Jan 20, 2008 by Chernay from Millville, NJ
Overall Rating: 5
Cleanliness:[6] • Staff:[6] • Location:[10]

• Very convenient.
• The curtains didn't cover window properly.

“It was nice but they seemed to be doing some work on the premises and it disturbed my sleep in the morning.”

Jan 18, 2008 by Joann from Gainesville, FL
Overall Rating: 4
Cleanliness:[3] • Staff:[3] • Location:[8]

• Kitchen.
• Very dirty, smelled very bad.

“I expected a 4 star hotel this was at least a 2 but no 4 star.”

Jan 18, 2008 by Phil from Ottawa, ON CA
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[6] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• Beach front location/ kitchen/ cost/ across from shopping centre.
• Rooms a bit beaten up.

“The rooms are a bit beaten up. But considering cost, beachfront location across from a shopping centre, and fully equipped kitchen - I think this hotel is very good value. Pool looked great.”

Jan 16, 2008 by Shri from Shrewsbury, MA
Overall Rating: 3
Cleanliness:[3] • Staff:[8] • Location:[9]

• Location.
• Very old appliances, worn out carpet, cockroaches behind the pictures on the wall.

“Location is good but the hotel needs serious renovation.”

Jan 12, 2008 by Gene from Charlotte, NC
Overall Rating: 3
Cleanliness:[3] • Staff:[4] • Location:[8]

• Nice beach location.
• Many doors missing locks.

“Badly lit walk ways, dingy rooms, poor quality beds and coverings. Carpets desperately need replacement or at least cleaning. Many of the door locks on my floor appeared to be held in by duct tape. I wouldn't recommend this hotel unless its for teenagers who want to crash and spend time on the beach.”

Jan 9, 2008 by Anthony from Port Orange, FL
Overall Rating: 5
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[6] • Location:[9]

• The staff during check-in and stay were great!
• They list FREE parking and breakfast neither are true!

“The down sides were: old and stained carpeting in room, poor cable connection throughout hotel (TV had a lot of channels that didn't come in), tried to charge me parking during check-out and were rude when told Parking was listed on their site as Free! Also tried to tell them about their site offering free breakfast (when it's 7.95 for the only option breakfast buffet). Over all the stay was pleasant, but much need for improvement to hold a 3-STAR rating.”

Jan 8, 2008 by Bob from Seymour, IN
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[9] • Location:[10]

• Friendly staff & amenities.
• Did not have a computer for guest use.

“Right on the beach at the more quiet north end, very nice location, friendly staff and nice amenities, would stay here again.”

Jan 8, 2008 by Karen from Tampa, FL
Overall Rating: 2
Cleanliness:[6] • Staff:[1] • Location:[8]

• The view of the ocean from our balcony was very nice.
• Hotel management didn't seem to care about things that weren't acceptable.

“I would not recommend this hotel. Our heater broke, the handle to the shower came off in my hand, the refrigerator didn't work, and the toilet didn't flush. We told management, but they didn't do anything to fix it.”

Jan 8, 2008 by Jennifer from Louisville, KY
Overall Rating: 5
Cleanliness:[4] • Staff:[6] • Location:[8]

• I liked the location on the beach and ocean view from room.
• The lights and doors did not work or lock. Kitchen area not clean.

“The location of this hotel is excellent and the pool and spa facilities were nice for the exception of one spa not working. The view and access of the beach was nice. The rooms need renovation. Stains on the carpet and the kitchen is dingy. The door into the room did not lock correctly and the light in the bathroom was out. The beds are extremely small and uncomfortable. If easy access to the ocean and views are priority this hotel may be ok. If comfort and cleanliness are priority I would not recommend this hotel.”

Jan 7, 2008 by Leigh from Austin
Overall Rating: 2
Cleanliness:[3] • Staff:[5] • Location:[7]

• Only good thing was the view.
• This hotel was awful. Sleazy and dirty.

“This hotel was one of the worst places I have ever stayed. I was booked there for a business trip and was supposed to be there 5 nights. After less than a day in this dump my company moved me to a much better hotel. The only positive about this place is the ocean view. The rooms are dumps - walked in to stains all over the carpet, the lock to the door leading to the patio was so rusted I ripped my fingernail off prying it open. The comforter had cigarette burns in it. The shower curtain rod in the bathroom was gross. When I went to use the restroom and get toilet paper the toilet paper holder fell off. They charge 5$ a day for parking (and I was there in the dead season). I have been in Motel 6's that look like 5 star hotels compared to this place. This is the kind of hotel I would only recommend to 6 college students crammed in one room in town for Spring Break who are drunk the whole time and only use the room to shower and pass out.”