South Mainland Travel Guide
New Smyrna Beach
Visit South Mainland
Things to do

Zipline Adventure through Tuscawilla Park

Wildlife Tour of Indian River Lagoon with Experienced Captain

St. Johns River Cruise - Blue Spring State Park

Titusville: Bioluminescent Clear Kayak Tour
Top hotels in South Mainland

Black Dolphin Inn
"Selfishly I hate to say too many superlatives of just how nice this place is so it would be hard for us to book in the future. But I have to as its a total gem all the way around. Its our go to place now when we visit up here. Thanks Black Dolphin for a pleasant stay!"
Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort
"Rooms need to be updated but overall bed was comfortable. dining for breakfast was just ok. Service was lacking and coffee was horrible. Coffee stained the cup it was so bad. We used the diner down the street the rest of the weekend. The hotel was a great location to beach and pier. I would stay ..."
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort
"It’s too expensive. The room is not that big they didn’t go and clean it out for me. You gotta pay for everything parking. They charge you for even breathing in that property."
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Best Western Aku Tiki Inn
"Clean friendly staff but surprised to pay to park even if it wasnt expensive"
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Perry's Ocean Edge Resort
"The pool is a little run down but we loved it. Perfect for our family"
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach
"The hotel is very cozy and welcoming.however there are several additional charges that can make the stay feel unnecessarily expensive. Guests are charged $42 per vehicle per night for valet parking which is mandatory and even beach chairs and umbrella. It sometimes feels like there is an extra charge ..."
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026
Where to stay in South Mainland

Coronado Beach
While visiting Coronado Beach, you might make a stop by sights like New Smyrna Beach and 27th Avenue Park.

Central Beach
If you're spending some time in Central Beach, Flagler Avenue Park and New Smyrna Beach are top sights worth seeing.

North Beach
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North Beach and surrounding area, you can visit Flagler Avenue Park and Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse and Museum.

Walker Grant
Though Walker Grant may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Flagler Avenue Park and New Smyrna Beach.

Brown
When in Brown, you can plan a visit to 27th Avenue Park and New Smyrna Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.


