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    The DeLand Hotel in downtown DeLand, Florida at dusk

    Where to Stay in DeLand — Historic Hotels, B&Bs & Nearby Chains

    Quick answer: For Downtown immersion, book The DeLand Hotel (historic 1925 downtown boutique). For a one-of-a-kind stay, book the Stetson Mansion B&B (Henry DeLand's Gilded Age jewel). Standard chains cluster along Woodland Boulevard and I-4 (5–10 min drive from Downtown).

    How to choose where to stay

    If you're here for…WhenType
    Downtown immersionWalking to restaurants + Stetson MansionScenarioThe DeLand Hotel or Artisan Downtown B&B.
    Stetson Mansion tourThe tour IS the stayScenarioStetson Mansion B&B.
    Stetson University eventMove-in / commencement / sportsScenarioHoliday Inn Express or Hampton Inn on Woodland Blvd.
    Blue Spring manatees / Lake Beresford10-min morning driveScenarioAny Downtown option — the extra 10 minutes beats the trade-offs.
    Skydive DeLandOn-site or DowntownScenarioOn-site bunkhouse at the drop zone, or a Downtown boutique.
    Cassadaga Spiritualist retreat15 min northScenarioHotel Cassadaga (21+ only).

    Historic & Boutique

    PropertyAddress / distanceStyle
    The DeLand Hotel442 E New York Ave · DowntownHistoric boutiqueBuilt 1925 (Eastwood Terrace Hotel). 10 individually decorated rooms with claw-foot tubs; six-block walk to every Downtown restaurant and the Stetson gate. [S133]

    Bed & Breakfast

    PropertyAddress / distanceStyleNotes
    Stetson Mansion — Bed & Breakfast1031 Camphor LaneHistoric mansion B&BFlorida's #1-ranked TripAdvisor attraction multiple years running; overnight availability is limited and books months out. Gilded Age estate with Cleveland/Edward VII/Vanderbilt provenance. [S13, S14]Read more
    Artisan Downtown Bed & BreakfastDowntown DeLandBoutique B&BPeriod-restored historic home inside the walking district; full innkeeper breakfast; walking access to Woodland Blvd. restaurants.—
    DeLand Country Inn B&BDowntown coreTraditional B&BOnly traditional B&B in downtown; 130+ year-old home. [S135]—
    Alling House Bed and BreakfastNear downtownB&B4.8/5 average traveler rating. [S137]—

    Standard Chain Hotels

    PropertyAddress / distanceStyle
    Holiday Inn Express & Suites DeLandNear Stetson UniversityMid-scale chainPool, breakfast included, Stetson-event staple; walking distance to campus on game days.
    Hampton Inn & Suites DeLandNear Stetson MansionMid-scale chainReliable rooms a short drive from downtown and the Stetson Mansion. [S138]
    Comfort Inn & Suites DeLandNear Stetson UniversityMid-scale chainBudget-friendly option near campus. [S139]
    Courtyard by Marriott DeLand Historic DowntownDowntown-adjacentUpscale chainLargest modern hotel closest to Downtown; good for business travelers and event-attendee groups. [S134]

    Vacation Rentals & Alternative Lodging

    PropertyAddress / distanceStyleNotes
    Vacation-rental platforms (Airbnb / Vrbo)Downtown + residential districtsVacation rentalDeLand has active Airbnb/Vrbo inventory clustered in Downtown, Old Northwest, and the Stetson-adjacent residential streets. Best for groups or multi-night families.—
    Skydive DeLand bunkhouseDeLand Municipal AirportDrop-zone lodgingOn-site rustic bunkhouse for visiting jumpers; budget, community-style — not for non-skydiver tourists. [S153]Read more
    State park cabins & campingBlue Spring / Hontoon IslandState-park lodgingRustic cabins (Blue Spring) and campsites (Hontoon Island ferry-access). Book via ReserveAmerica months ahead for winter/manatee season.—

    Nearby (Outside DeLand Proper)

    PropertyAddress / distanceStyleNotes
    Hotel CassadagaLake Helen · 15 min eastRetreat hotel (21+)Spiritualist-camp-adjacent; period rooms; known paranormal-tourism destination. [S136]Read more
    Deltona / DeBary chain cluster~15 min south off I-4I-4 corridorBiggest cluster of standardized rooms near DeLand; useful for big events or late arrivals.—

    Frequently asked questions

    Is there a historic hotel in downtown DeLand?
    Yes — The DeLand Hotel at 442 E New York Ave, built 1925 as the Eastwood Terrace Hotel. Ten individually decorated rooms with claw-foot tubs; a six-block walk to every downtown restaurant. [S133]
    Can you stay at the Stetson Mansion?
    Yes — the Stetson Mansion offers limited overnight B&B availability alongside its daytime tours. Availability is tight and books months out. Florida's #1-ranked TripAdvisor attraction multiple years running. [S13, S14]
    Where should I stay for a Stetson University visit?
    Holiday Inn Express and Hampton Inn on Woodland Blvd are the closest mid-scale chains to campus; Courtyard Marriott is the upscale downtown-adjacent option. [S134, S138]
    Where should I stay for Blue Spring manatee viewing?
    Any downtown DeLand option works — Blue Spring is a 10–15 minute drive south. For state-park cabins, book months ahead on ReserveAmerica for winter manatee season. [S59]
    Is there a bed & breakfast in downtown DeLand?
    Yes — DeLand Country Inn and Artisan Downtown are both traditional B&Bs inside the downtown walking district. [S135]

    Sources

    1. [S13] Stetson Mansion official site
    2. [S14] Discover The Stetson Mansion — Visit Florida
    3. [S59] Blue Spring State Park — Florida State Parks
    4. [S133] The DeLand Hotel
    5. [S134] Courtyard by Marriott DeLand Historic Downtown
    6. [S135] DeLand Country Inn B&B
    7. [S136] Hotel Cassadaga
    8. [S137] Alling House Bed and Breakfast — TripAdvisor
    9. [S138] Hampton Inn & Suites DeLand
    10. [S139] Comfort Inn & Suites DeLand
    11. [S153] Skydive DeLand lodging