Drury Hotels Breaks Ground on 180-Room Daytona Beach Property
The Drury Plaza Hotel Daytona Speedway will open in June 2027, marking the brand's eighth Florida location and bringing 50 new jobs to the market.
The short answer
Drury Hotels has broken ground on a 180-room property near the Daytona International Speedway. The hotel will open in June 2027 and create 50 local jobs.
The short version
- Drury Hotels is building a 180-room hotel off I-95 near the Daytona International Speedway.
- The property will open in June 2027 and bring 50 full-time and part-time jobs to the area.
- This is the 8th Drury hotel in Florida and the 4th announced or opened in the state in 2026.
Drury Hotels has officially started construction on the Drury Plaza Hotel Daytona Speedway in Florida. Scheduled to welcome guests in June 2027, the 180-room property will feature over 2,000 square feet of meeting space and create approximately 50 local jobs, marking the brand's eighth location in the state.
Where is the new Drury Plaza Hotel located?
The property sits directly off Interstate 95, positioned near the Daytona International Speedway. According to Hotels Magazine, this development represents the first Drury Plaza Hotel to enter the Daytona market. Chuck Drury, CEO of Drury Hotels, noted that the location's proximity to the famous speedway, the boardwalk, and the Atlantic beaches allows the brand to bring its hospitality and value to travelers visiting the city.
How does this opening fit into Drury's Florida expansion?
The Daytona Beach location represents the fourth Florida hotel the company has opened or announced in 2026 alone. Lodging Magazine reported on the initial groundbreaking, highlighting the brand's rapid growth in the state. The company has maintained a steady pace of development throughout the year, with multiple projects moving from announcement to opening.
| Hotel Property | Location | Status (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Drury Inn & Suites Destin Miramar Beach | Florida | Opened in May |
| Drury Plaza Hotel Tampa Brandon | Florida | Opened in June |
| Drury Plaza Hotel Daytona Speedway | Daytona Beach, FL | Under Construction |
| Drury Plaza Hotel Destin | Destin, FL | Construction beginning soon |
What amenities and meeting spaces will the property offer?
Guests will have access to a Kitchen + Bar late-night dining option, an outdoor pool, and a spa. Hotels Magazine detailed that the property will also feature a lobby Guest Market, 24-hour business and fitness centers, free Wi-Fi, and free on-site parking. Food offerings include a free hot breakfast and free dinnertime snacks and beverages at the company’s 5:30 Kickback event.
For group business, the hotel includes over 2,000 square feet of meeting space capable of accommodating up to 200 attendees. This space operates under the brand's Meetings with More program. The program provides free Wi-Fi in meeting rooms, requires no food-and-beverage minimums, and features a flexible cancellation policy that allows groups to apply a portion of their fee toward a future event at any Drury property.
When will the hotel open and how many jobs will it create?
The hotel will welcome its first guests in June 2027 and employ approximately 50 full-time and part-time staff members. The company is currently accepting reservations for June 2027 and beyond. Drury Hotels will conduct recruitment and hiring in the Daytona market while construction continues on the site.
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This article was written from the following reporting. Follow the links for the original coverage.
- [1]Drury Hotels Breaks Ground on New Daytona Beach Property— Lodging Magazine
- [2]Drury Hotels Breaks Ground on Daytona Beach Plaza Property— Hotels Magazine
Frequently asked
+When does the Drury Plaza Hotel Daytona Speedway open?
The hotel is scheduled to open in June 2027, and the company is already accepting reservations for that month and beyond.
+How many rooms does the new Daytona Beach property have?
The Drury Plaza Hotel Daytona Speedway will feature 180 guest rooms.
+Where is the new Drury hotel in Daytona located?
The property is located off Interstate 95, near the Daytona International Speedway, the boardwalk, and Atlantic beaches.
+How much meeting space is available at the new property?
The hotel will offer more than 2,000 square feet of meeting space, which can accommodate up to 200 attendees.
+How many jobs will the new Drury hotel create?
The property is expected to employ approximately 50 full-time and part-time team members once it opens.
+What amenities are included at the Drury Plaza Hotel Daytona Speedway?
Amenities include an outdoor pool and spa, a Kitchen + Bar late-night dining option, free hot breakfast, the 5:30 Kickback event, 24-hour business and fitness centers, and free Wi-Fi.
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