Driftwood Hospitality Management proudly announces the completion of an extensive multimillion-dollar renovation for the Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront, a 295-key flagship property in the heart of Florida’s Space Coast. The transformative project showcases DHM’s commitment to providing an unparalleled guest experience in one of the nation’s most beloved beach destinations.
The renovations, encompassing seven floors and more than 10,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, draw inspiration from Cocoa Beach’s natural beauty and vibrant surf culture. Guests will be greeted by a refreshed lobby featuring sandy hues and ocean-inspired artwork and invited to relax in the newly renovated guest rooms featuring soothing blue tones and local surfing photography.
“Our goal was to create a welcoming and immersive environment that captures the essence of coastal living,” said David Buddemeyer, Founder and President of Driftwood Hospitality Management. “Every aspect of the design, from the color palette to the artwork, has been carefully curated to evoke a sense of relaxation and connection with the stunning beachfront setting. We are proud to be part of this community and are dedicated to creating a destination that both locals and visitors can enjoy for years to come.”
Renovated by Hospitality Project Advisors, an award-winning project management and consulting firm based in Palm Beach, Florida, the Hilton Cocoa Beach features modern property-wide updates from DHM’s growing Lifestyle Division. With recent works including the Hotel Rumbao in San Juan, Puerto Rico, the Scottsdale Resort and Spa Curio Collection in Scottsdale, Arizona, and the Houston Hotel Vesper – Tribute by Marriott in Houston, Texas, the firm’s Lifestyle Division has exceeded brand expectations in every hotel managed, with the Hilton Cocoa Beach as its latest example.
“Being part of this renovation in one of the most compelling hotel markets in the country offered a unique opportunity to encapsulate the area’s unique heritage,” said Ed Nystrom, president of Hospitality Project Advisors. “Like in every other project, we needed to remain conscious of the local culture and implement key characteristics in every part of this project, resulting in a refreshed look for one of the Space Coast’s largest oceanfront properties.”
In addition to the aesthetic updates, the hotel has introduced new amenities and experiences. The beachfront dining venues, Waves Craft Bar & Kitchen and Castaways Beach Bar, have been refreshed with new menus featuring coastal cuisine and handcrafted cocktails. The pool area has also been redesigned, fire pits, and a surf-inspired lounge.
Located at 1550 N Atlantic Avenue, the Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront offers unparalleled access to the area’s top attractions. Situated 15 minutes away from Port Canaveral and Patrick Space Force Base, 25 minutes away from Kennedy Space Center, and located near a variety of eco-tourism adventures, the hotel is poised to solidify its position as a leading destination on Florida’s expanding Space Coast.
