Question 1

Do we need to make an appointment for a site visit?

Accepted Answer

Appointments are strongly recommended. Appointments assure that a Catering Sales Manager is available to meet with you and the space is available to view. Our Catering Sales Managers’ hours vary. Appointments are typically scheduled Wednesdays – Saturdays, between 10am-4pm.

Question 2

How late can our reception extend?

Accepted Answer

1:00am

Question 3

Does the hotel decorate the room for the wedding reception?

Accepted Answer

The client is responsible for decorating the ballroom or banquet room, minus the standard items that are included in the wedding packages. (Tables, chairs, ivory table linens and napkins, candle centerpieces, etc.)

Question 4

Can we do a food tasting?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a food tasting can be arranged for (2) guests. Additional guests may result in an additional fee. Menus for the tastings need to be approved (2) weeks prior to the selected date. Tastings are typically scheduled Tuesday – Thursday between lunch and dinner times at the Chef’s discretion.

Question 5

What is the difference between a host bar and a per person/per hour bar?

Accepted Answer

A host bar is similar to a running bar tab, where you pay for each drink that is consumed. A per person/per hour bar offers unlimited drinks at a per person price. Per person/per hour bars are calculated by the total number of guests at your reception and the number of hours you choose.

Question 6

Do you offer a changing room for the bridal party?

Accepted Answer

The hotel will provide a bridal ready room for brides that have their ceremony and reception on property, based on availability.

Question 7

Can we use real rose petals?

Accepted Answer

Yes. However, fresh rose petals are not allowed directly on the carpet for any indoor event, as they can create stains. A runner or something else must be put down first to protect the carpet from damages or cleaning fees will be imposed.

Question 8

Can we bring our own alcohol?

Accepted Answer

Outside food and beverage is not permitted. All food and beverage must be purchased through the hotel. Our skilled culinary team can create a customized menu for your wedding, if you are looking for a personalized menu on your special day. Exceptions may be made for cultural dishes, provided by a licensed caterer. Please speak with your Catering Sales Manager for further information and requirements.

Question 9

When are menu selection due?

Accepted Answer

(21) days prior to your wedding date.

Question 10

How long before we have to give you final counts?

Accepted Answer

Your final count (guarantee) is due (3) business days prior to your event. Please understand this is the number we will set the room for and prepare meals.

Question 11

Can we have our ceremony directly on the beach?

Accepted Answer

The hotel does not facilitate weddings directly on the beach; however, we can recommend wedding planners who specialize in beach ceremonies. Also, the county requires you to obtain a permit for weddings on the beach with 50 guests or more. See your Catering Sales Manager for more details.

Question 12

Does the ceremony have to start at a certain time?

Accepted Answer

Outdoor ceremonies are held on our Oceanfront Wedding Terrace. The Terrace can be rented in three-hour intervals.

Question 13

Can we just have the ceremony at the hotel?

Accepted Answer

Ceremony-only events can be scheduled for up to (60) guests on our Clock Tower Terrace. Ceremonies held on our North Oceanfront Deck must be in conjunction with a full lunch or dinner reception. Exceptions may be made. Please speak with your Catering Sales Manager for further information and requirements.

Question 14

Do you have on-site parking?

Accepted Answer

Yes.

Question 15

What are the parking charges for wedding guests?

Accepted Answer

Daily valet is discounted to $10.00 per car for wedding guests, and self-parking is discounted to $8 per vehicle. This rate is for day-use only, not overnight parking.

Question 16

Are group discounts available for rooms if our guests stay at the hotel?

Accepted Answer

Group discounting is available when guaranteeing (10) or more sleeping rooms with a contract. Once a block is setup, your guests will be able to make reservations online or over the phone with a special code. Please speak with your Catering Sales Manager about Courtesy Room Block options, as well.

Question 17

How do I obtain my marriage license in the state of Florida?

Accepted Answer

Please visit this website for more information: https://www.clerk.org/marriage.aspx

Question 18

Does the hotel provide an officiant/minister/pastor for our wedding?

Accepted Answer

Your wedding officiant can be a very personal choice, and one most often centered around your religious or cultural aspects. We do have many local resources to assist you in your search though, should you need it.

Question 19

Do you have someone who can make my wedding cake?

Accepted Answer

We have many professional vendors we can recommend based on your needs. Please speak with a member of our team to receive a list of local vendors to assist in your search.

Question 20

Do you provide transportation?

Accepted Answer

The hotel does not have a shuttle. Taxis are pretty readily available to take you to your desired location. Another popular option for our guests is to use a service such as Uber or Lyft, whose response time is typically much faster than a taxi service.

Question 21

Do you provide weather back-up for outdoor ceremonies in the event of inclement weather?

Accepted Answer

Even if you are having an outdoor ceremony, in our Gazebo or on one of our terraces, an indoor location is always reserved on your behalf in case of inclement weather and for staffing purposes. Although our Atlantic Gazebo venue provides a unique location for your ceremony, please understand that this area is only semi-private. We make every effort to provide you with an intimate setting; however, we cannot control every circumstance. If, within 2 hours before the ceremony, you prefer to host your wedding indoors, simply let your Catering Sales Manager know and every effort will be made to accommodate you and your guests.

Question 22

Do you provide a coordinator for our wedding?

Accepted Answer

The hotel does not have an on-site wedding coordinator, but your Catering Sales Manager has resources for recommendations and referrals in this field.

Question 23

Are group discounts available for wedding guest's hotel rooms?

Accepted Answer

The bride and groom who host their wedding at the hotel receive a complimentary suite the night of their wedding and group blocks are available at a discounted rate for wedding guests.

Question 24

Do you have oceanfront wedding space?

Accepted Answer

The Hilton Daytona Beach has 60,000 sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor oceanfront wedding space that can accommodate 10 to 2,000 guests.

Question 25

Do you have a bridal ready room?

Accepted Answer

We provide a bridal ready room for the day of your ceremony with plenty of space for hair and makeup for your wedding party.

Question 26

What wedding packages do you offer?

Accepted Answer

We offer tiered all-inclusive wedding packages for decor, food and beverage, and ceremony space. Depending on the upgrades and guest count, we have packages to fit every style of wedding.

Question 27

Do you host South Asian weddings?

Accepted Answer

The Hilton Daytona catering services wedding department specializes in hosting the Mehndi, Puja or Vidhi ceremonies, and the Garba or Sangeet at our extensive event space.

Question 28

What happens if it rains and my wedding is hosted outside?

Accepted Answer

For all outdoor weddings, we reserve a weather backup space in the event of inclement weather.

Question 29

What are the advantages of having my wedding at the Hilton?

Accepted Answer

Hilton weddings guarantee an elegant and customized ceremony and reception with the skill and expertise of a dedicated event professional.

Question 30

Do you offer beach weddings?

Accepted Answer

Beach wedding ceremonies must be contracted through the city but we do have a large space outside the hotel on the beach that is traffic-free and only a few steps from the reception space.

Question 31

Do you offer Destination Wedding packages?

Accepted Answer

The hotel is perfect for a destination wedding. We have an elopement package that includes ceremony and reception space, a day-of coordinator and discounts on the food and beverage minimums.

Question 32

Do you offer Rehearsal Dinner packages?

Accepted Answer

We have three tiers of rehearsal dinner packages available based on plated dinner or buffet and beverage selections.

Question 33

What is your peak season?

Accepted Answer

March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November.

Question 34

What is your off-peak season?

Accepted Answer

January, February, December.

Question 35

Do you have accessible facilities?

Accepted Answer

Yes, wheelchair accessible.

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