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Artisan Downtown

4.2 (33 reviews)
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Dee R.

This is my favorite place to stay in Deland. The building is in historic downtown and you can walk everywhere. The hotel is charmingly decorated and very clean. The rooms are set up with a separate sitting and sleeping area. There is even a robe and slippers for you to relax in. They have a small restaurant onsite, however, there are lots of local places in walking range. The employees are friendly, the beds are comfy and the location great. If your staying here give this little hotel a try.

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Kamia M.

Overall nice place. Very clean, nice decor, cool vibe. Absolutely amazing location close to downtown shops, restaurants and Deland "night life." Live music downstairs in the lounge. Stayed in the corner junior suite on the top floor with a view of downtown. Nice view. Snipped a star for the ice maker not working in the hallway and not having enough plugs in the right spots for a business traveler.

We stayed in the historic Artisan Downtown in DeLand this weekend (June 23-25, 2023) and absolutely loved it. The room was gorgeous, and the entire hotel was very well kept up. Easy walking distance to everything. Empanadas in the attached Chicas Cuban Cafe and drinks in the Lounge were wonderful. Service was very friendly. The shower had really good water pressure. We will definitely stay here again!

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2 months ago

Wi-Fi? Wouldn't know because we weren't informed on check in. Kind of a lapse. Otherwise a fine stay.

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6 months ago

Amazing stay. Loved the rooftop bar and new room 224. The jacuzzi was amazing and super friendly service. Very clean.

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The maid service was bad. The hotel not clean. However the staff at the front desk was super!

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9 years ago

Adorable, comfortable and full of character. I love this place! All the modern comforts with lots of charm. Great service and staff.

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7 years ago

Clean, quiet and quaint little hotel. Minutes to Stetson University and Main Street shops and restaurants.

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7 years ago

Friendly, welcoming staff, fantastic historic renovation, nice rooms. Great experience, Im glad I stayed here.

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