13 Best Beachfront Hotels In Panama City Beach, Florida - Updated 2024

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Welcome to Panama City Beach in Florida, which boasts 43.45 km (27 mi) of pristine sand beaches overlooking the Gulf of Mexico’s turquoise waters! The waterfront town has a couple of state parks - Camp Helen State Park and St. Andrews State Park. It also features an array of waterfront eateries that serve succulent local seafood, several access points to public beaches, and many other iconic tourist attractions. You can either take a stroll on one of these scenic beaches or enjoy some tidbits in one of the local cafes. Although the town has witnessed some massive development in the past few years, the place is still known for its laid-back and relaxed atmosphere. Sunbathers and surfers will love the town and outdoorsy tourists can opt for water activities such as parasailing or riding a jet ski. Here is a list of some of the best beachfront hotels in Panama City Beach, Florida.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and location with easy access to beach. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 09, 2024.

1. Landmark Holiday Beach, a VRI resort (from USD 94)

Enjoy a wonderful vacation at this beachfront property, which is just 100 meters (328.08 feet) from Panama City Beach, and take advantage of the property’s coastal location. Spend a restful stay in a fully furnished unit with free Wi-Fi, a TV with cable channels, and a DVD player for indoor entertainment. In addition, each room features a private balcony from which guests may take in the breathtaking gulf views.

The hotel features a tennis court and an indoor swimming pool for guests’ enjoyment. Rent a beach chair for the day, then use the hot tub and sauna to relax and rejuvenate afterward. An outside grill is available, so you can enjoy a meal in the fresh air with your family and friends.

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Landmark Holiday Beach, a VRI resort

Wifi Available

Address: 17501 Front Beach Road
4.1 km (2.6 mi) from Gulf World Marine Park

Parking Tennis court Sauna Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms Family rooms Free parking Internet services

2. Radisson Hotel Panama City Beach - Oceanfront (from USD 84)

Spend your holiday getaway by the beach at this hotel 50 meters (164.04 feet) from Panama City Beach. Each accommodation has a balcony from which you can enjoy breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico, guaranteeing a delightful stay. While staying in, you can also access a TV with cable channels and free Wi-Fi. The kids’ club will also be an excellent time for the children.

Splash around in the heated outdoor pool or unwind in the hot tub. Keep your regular regimen at the fitness center where you work out. You can make the most of your time at the beach by renting water sports equipment and a beach chair. Treat yourself to special drinks at the onsite bar and restaurant, serving American cuisine and seafood.

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Radisson Panama City Beach - Oceanfront

Wifi Available

Address: 15325 Front Beach Road
217 meters (0.2 ft) from Gulf World Marine Park

Parking Restaurant Meeting/banquet facilities 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms Business centre Family rooms

3. Holiday Terrace (from USD 59)

Sitting just 30 meters (98.43 feet) from Panama City Beach, this pet-friendly hotel offers rooms with balconies to enjoy breathtaking ocean views and the setting sun. All through the year, guests of any age may take advantage of the hotel’s outdoor swimming pool, where they can also take some time to relax on one of the poolside lounge chairs.

Staying in one of the air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and a flat-screen TV with cable channels will surely make for a pleasant experience. It offers kids’ outdoor play equipment that makes for a joyful and entertaining experience for the younger generation. On the sun terrace, you can also have a great time and enjoy some treats from the vending machines.

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Holiday Terrace Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 11831 Front Beach Rd
4.66 km (2.9 mi) from Gulf World Marine Park

Parking Pets allowed 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Non-smoking rooms Facilities for disabled guests Free parking Internet services Heating

4. Beachbreak by the Sea (from USD 44)

Located a stone’s throw from the Gulf of Mexico, Beachbreak by the Sea is a beautiful nonsmoking hotel. One of its major features is an outdoor swimming pool from where guests can admire the ocean without moving out of the hotel. Other facilities include a delicious complimentary breakfast, a relaxing hot tub, and a choice of deluxe rooms with sea views. Each room features a TV with cable channels, a private attached bathroom, and free Wi-Fi. In case you prefer to go somewhere else apart from the beach, attractions such as Gulf World Marine Park, restaurants, and shops are not too far away from this property.

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Ramada by Wyndham Panama City Beach / Beachfront

Wifi Available

Address: 15405 Front Beach Road
2.54 km (1.6 mi) from Gulf World Marine Park

Parking Restaurant Room service Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Non-smoking rooms Laundry Free parking

5. Sugar Sands Inn and Suites Panama City Beach (from USD 94)

Sugar Sands Inn and Suites Panama City Beach is an intimate hotel preferred for offering ease of beach access and excellent aesthetics. This beachside property comes with a sun terrace and an outdoor swimming pool among others. All suites feature a TV with cable channels, ironing facilities, free Wi-FI, and more. Guests interested in touristy things will be a short drive away from attractions like Gulf World Marine Park, restaurants, shops, Barnacle Bay mini-golf, and Cobra Adventure Park Amusement Park.

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Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort

Wifi Available

Address: 20723 Front Beach Road
8.2 km (5.1 mi) from Gulf World Marine Park

Parking 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Non-smoking rooms Free parking Internet services Lift Heating WiFi Available

6. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Panama City Beach Beachfront (from USD 279)

With direct and easy access to the beach, SpringHill Suites by Marriott Panama City Beach Beachfront is a beachfront resort with some great facilities. The plush three-star property boasts well-decorated air-conditioned guestrooms with a private attached bathroom, free Wi-Fi, a hairdryer, and a flat-screen TV. Guests are offered facilities that include an equipped business center, a front desk, and an outdoor pool. You will be close to attractions such as Gulf World Marine Park and Shipwreck Island while staying here.

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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Panama City Beach Beachfront

Wifi Available

Address: 12513 Front Beach Road
3.89 km (2.5 mi) from Gulf World Marine Park

Parking Restaurant Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms Business centre

7. Bikini Beach Resort (from USD 109)

Exactly as its name suggests, Bikini Beach Resort is a fabulous beachside property with views of the stunning Gulf of Mexico and a beachfront swimming pool. Located in Panama City Beach, Florida, the resort is loaded with facilities that include free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk, and complimentary private parking space. All its rooms are non-smoking, and select rooms come with a balcony or an equipped kitchenette. Also, check out nearby attractions such as Shipwreck Islands, Shell Island, and Golf Course at Edgewater, while staying here.

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Bikini Beach Resort

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 11001 Front Beach Road
5.95 km (3.7 mi) from Gulf World Marine Park

Parking 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Non-smoking rooms Laundry Facilities for disabled guests Family rooms Free parking Internet services

8. Casa Loma (from USD 109)

Set in Panama City Beach, Casa Loma is one of your best bets if you are looking for a comfortable beachside property in the waterfront town. The property is known for its meticulous service and it features conveniences like complimentary Wi-Fi access, free parking, a vending machine, and a gulf-front swimming pool. Each room boasts an attached balcony with gulf, pool, or garden views, and offers the latest amenities that include a seating area, ironing facilities, and a TV with cable channels. You’ll be in close proximity to tourist attractions such as Pier Park, Shipwreck Island, and Gulf World Marine Park during your stay.

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Casa Loma Panama City Beach - Beachfront

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 13615 Front Beach Road
2.49 km (1.6 mi) from Gulf World Marine Park

Parking Golf course (within 3 km) Garden Non-smoking rooms Fishing Facilities for disabled guests Family rooms Free parking

9. Boardwalk Beach Resort Hotel and Conference Center (from USD 75)

This wonderful beachfront resort offers access to a private beach and it boasts a gourmet on-site restaurant. Featuring facilities like free Wi-Fi, an outdoor swimming pool, on-site watersport facilities, a games room, and meeting facilities, you’ll always be assured of a memorable and comfortable stay. Every room guarantees a luxurious stay with in-room amenities like a small fridge, coffee-making facilities, and a microwave. Some of the rooms also have a well-appointed kitchenette so that guests can whip up a quick meal. Attractions such as Signal Hill Golf Course, Ripley’s, and St. Andrews State Park, are in proximity to this property.

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Boardwalk Beach Hotel

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 9600 South Thomas Drive
7.92 km (5.0 mi) from Gulf World Marine Park

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Golf course (within 3 km) Non-smoking rooms

10. Beach Tower By The Sea (from USD 119)

Offering modern facilities like a 24-hour front desk, daily maid service, barbecue facilities, an outdoor pool, on-site parking space, and free Wi-Fi, Beach Tower By The Sea enjoys being close to the beach. It is a great choice if you are looking for an impeccable beachfront property in Panama City Beach. Set at only a few steps from the beach, the hotel offers comfortable rooms with a stunning sea view. Other in-room amenities include an equipped kitchen with essential appliances, a TV with popular cable channels, and complimentary toiletries. Popular attractions like Gulf Coast Aquarium and Shipwreck Island can be easily accessed from the hotel.

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Beach Tower Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort

Wifi Available

Address: 12001 Front Beach Road
4.61 km (2.9 mi) from Gulf World Marine Park

Parking 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Non-smoking rooms Free parking Internet services Lift Heating WiFi Available

11. Regency Towers (from USD 89)

Welcome to this fantastic three-star beachfront property in Panama City Beach, Florida! Regency Towers ensures that its guests enjoy a relaxed stay by providing a string of modern facilities, including a state-of-the-art gym, a well-stocked bar, and an outdoor pool. The property is close to popular tourist attractions such as Captain Anderson’s Marina, Adventures at Sea, and ZooWorld Zoological Conservatory. All rooms in this hotel have a balcony, a private attached bathroom featuring a hairdryer, complimentary toiletries, and a shower. Other in-room amenities here include a flat-screen TV and air conditioning.

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Regency Towers

Wifi Available

Address: 5801 Thomas Drive
12.47 km (7.8 mi) from Gulf World Marine Park

Parking Restaurant Bar Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km) Non-smoking rooms Facilities for disabled guests Internet services

12. Club Wyndham Panama City Beach (from USD 121)

Enjoy some amazing vistas of the Gulf of Mexico while staying in this beautiful beachfront property. Comprising spacious and well-decorated condos, it also features a gym, free Wi-Fi, a kids’ pool, two hot tubs, free parking, and two outdoor swimming pools. All condos here come with an attached balcony and a furnished kitchen. Each condo also has a large living room and is fitted with washers and dryers. Outdoorsy guests can avail of the parasailing services available nearby. Choose this beachfront hotel if you want to be in close proximity to Pier Park, Gulf World Marine Park, and Wyndham Vacation Resorts.

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Club Wyndham Panama City Beach

Wifi Available

Address: 14700 Front Beach Road, Panama City Beach, Panama City (FL), United States, 32413
987 meters (0.7 ft) from Gulf World Marine Park

Parking Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km) Terrace Non-smoking rooms Fishing

13. Chateau By The Sea (from USD 59)

Chateau Motel is perched on the shores of the town and enjoys a gulf-front location. Conveniences such as a heated outdoor swimming pool, free Wi-Fi, a volleyball court, and free parking space, are provided for the guests. You can avail of barbecue facilities and dine at the on-site Beach Bums Bar and Grill. Come here for a wide selection of beach drinks, as well as local delicacies for lunch and dinner. All rooms are well-decorated with a flat-screen TV and fridge. Select rooms offer a kitchen and a private attached balcony with sea views. If you wish to explore other places apart from the beach, you can visit the nearby Shipwreck Island Waterpark, Gulf World Marine Park, and Saint Andrews State Park.

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Chateau Beachfront Resort - BW Signature Collection

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 12525 Front Beach Rd
3.75 km (2.4 mi) from Gulf World Marine Park

Parking Restaurant 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Non-smoking rooms Laundry Facilities for disabled guests Family rooms Free parking

A memorable beach vacation

Panama Beach City is a waterfront town that is quite popular among sea-loving tourists. The gilded sun, fine sand, a beautiful beach, and your beachfront accommodation, are the perfect recipe for an ideal seaside vacation. Maximize your upcoming getaway with one of the best beachfront hotels in Panama Beach City, Florida, and enjoy your vacation like never before.

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