BEST WESTERN AKU TIKI INN RECOGNIZED FOR QUALITY ASSURANCE

DAYTONA BEACH SHORES, Fla. (June 1, 2007) - The Best Western Aku Tiki Inn in Daytona BeachShores was recently recognized for outstanding achievement in quality assurance.During the Best Western district meeting in Orlando, the Polynesian-themed oceanfront property was one of 42 Best Western hotels recognized out of the more than 370 hotels in its district.The recognition attests to the Best Western Aku Tiki Inn's ability to exceed the standards of Best Western International and hotel guests.

Scoring over 950 out of a possible 1,000 points on property inspections over the past year, the Best Western Aku Tiki Inn remains committed to providing guests with a superior stay at a reasonable price.The inspections were based on the properties' customer service, design, cleanliness, and maintenance.

'This recognition is a culmination of the year-round efforts of our staff,' said Blaine Lansberry, VP of Sales and Marketing, Staed Hotels.'Our staff works day in and day out to make sure we are meeting the needs of our guests and exceeding expectations.From the front desk clerk to maintenance to the General Manager, each staff member is always looking for ways to improve the experience for our guests.'

Situated along a quiet stretch of the AtlanticCoast, the Best Western Aku Tiki Inn provides guests with tropical ambiance, ideal location, and relaxing stay.With outstanding amenities, such as daily cocktail reception, newspaper, fresh baked cookies, and free high-speed Internet access, visitors enjoy the personal, friendly service of a family-owned property.

An ideal setting for small to mid-size meetings, the recently renovated property added more than 1,650 square feet of flexible banquet and conference facilities in 2005.The 1,566 square foot Tiki Room can accommodate up to 85 persons and can set banquet, classroom, theatre, or reception style, depending on the needs of the group.A boardroom seats 14 guests comfortably in plush high-back chairs.

Staed Hotels maintains the Best Western Aku Tiki Inn and Bahama House that cater to families, golfers, corporate travel executives, and meeting planners in search of the best of Daytona's beach experience.Daytona Beach residents since 1960, the Staed family has been active in the hotel industry for nearly 60 years.At the peak of their ventures, they ran 11 hotels, accounting for 1,500 rooms and 9,000 square feet of meeting space in the Daytona Beach area.

For reservations, call the Best Western Aku Tiki Inn at (800) 258-8454 or (386) 252-9631, and the Bahama House at 800-571-2001 or 386-248-2001.For additional information on the properties, visit www.BWAkuTiki.com, www.DaytonaBahamaHouse.com or www.StaedHotels.com.

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