Offering pristine waters and white sand beaches, Panama City Beach is a tropical paradise. Its shoreline spans about 43.5 km (27 mi), so you’ll have lots of things to do here. Explore the myriad of activities you can try in St. Andrews State Park and Camp Helen State Park, such as swimming, fishing, and watching wildlife. There are family-friendly attractions, such as Cobra Adventure Park or Shipwreck Island Waterpark, that promise a fun-filled day. Charter a boat for a peaceful fishing trip in the Gulf of Mexico. Get your adrenaline pumping by partaking in the numerous water sports available here, or you can go snorkeling or diving. If you want to bring your pet with you, there are accommodations that will let you have a hassle-free stay. Read on for a list of the top pet-friendly hotels in Panama City Beach, Florida.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and pet-friendly rules and regulations. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 12, 2024.
1. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Panama City Beach Pier Park (from USD 134)
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Panama City Beach Pier Park is the perfect home base for an avid traveler and animal lover. You can bring up to two of your pets for an additional fee.
It has a terrace that gets blessed with plenty of sunlight. The outdoor area is also equipped with a barbecue grill and furnished with a seating area, perfect for parties or family gatherings. If you want to observe and learn about the local marine wildlife, head to Gulf World Marine Park, only 3.5 km (2.2 mi) away.
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Panama City Beach Pier Park
Address: 16000 Panama City Beach Parkway
3.47 km (2.2 mi) from Gulf World Marine Park
2. Candlewood Suites Panama City Beach Pier, an IHG Hotel (from USD 74)
If you want a hotel located close to exciting attractions, book a stay in Candlewood Suites Panama City Beach Pier, an IHG Hotel. It is near the beach, Gulf Marine World Park, Pier Park, and more. You can also bring your pet here for a small fee.
If you don’t feel like going outside of the property, you can also make use of the hotel’s facilities, such as the outdoor swimming pool or the fitness center. In the morning, you’ll have a continental breakfast to enjoy. For some family bonding, you can play some board games or solve puzzles.
Candlewood Suites - Panama City Beach Pier Park, an IHG Hotel
Address: 16992 Panama City Beach Pkwy
2.78 km (1.8 mi) from Gulf World Marine Park
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3. The Outpost (from USD 569)
Bring the whole family, including your pet, to The Outpost, a 153.5-sq m (1,652-sq ft) house that can sleep up to 12 guests. It accepts up to two dogs for a fee, with some breeds are restricted.
You can bring all that you need here, as it has a parking area for four vehicles. The property has two living spaces. One has the master bedroom, a guest bedroom, and a Florida room, and the other one has two other guest bedrooms. For intimate moments, gather outside on the deck, which comes with chairs and a fire pit.
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the furnishings are very comfortable and the appliances and air conditioning are new and all worked very welladd better a/c in sun room (after fixing door)the house is charming and spacious with nice windows lighting outlets and fansthat makes it was into the outside rooms other then that we had a great time thanksCleanliness:
everything appeared to be cleanit was an older house but it had been updated and was cleanthe house is clean and adequate but there are small things that could have made a differenceHost:
you can tell the owners careour host sarah was very welcoming and a top-notch professionalwe were very pleased with our stay and the entire staff of the outpostand they even delivered donuts very professional and friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for beach accessit was a great location in the middle of everythinggreat location beach is right out your back doorlocation right on the beach is awesome house is well keptthe best part about this house is the location and private beach front
4. Beachside Joy (from USD 225)
You’ll feel right at home in Beachside Joy, a cozy townhome supplied with convenient amenities. It is situated on the beach, so you can bring your pet there and play around on the sand. That’s right – up to two dogs are allowed here, but you need the host’s approval first.
For succulent meals, make use of the Weber barbecue grill on the deck. Afterward, relax in the living room, which features an HDTV and wonderful views. Climb the spiral staircase to the bedroom, which also has its own TV. End the day with a dip in the jetted tub and forget all your worries. If you want to shop, Pier Park is only 1.8 km (1.1 mi) away.
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the ceiling fan and box fan were very nice to have for white noise and air flowthe room was amazing and has great viewstv/cable was great and we easily hooked up our own rokuvery nice cozy unit plenty of space for a coupleCleanliness:
clean cozy and comfortableplace was clean comfortable and the beach access is awsomethe showers and bathrooms were very clean and we had plenty of towelsthe home was clean and well stockedwe decided to rent beachside joy again because of how wonderful and clean this place wasHost:
the proper manager was extremely helpfulproperty manger was very helpfulthe owners are just a awesomeand the owner is always easy to contacted if neededowners are excellent very informative and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
this property is situated in the perfect locationpier park is super close for all your shopping funthis townhouse wins for perfect locationalso in a great locationbeautiful ocean front location would definitely book this unit again
5. Pier View at Grand Panama by Panama City Fl Resorts (from USD 115)
An ideal place to unwind with your pet, Pier View at Grand Panama by Panama City Fl Resorts provides picture-perfect views of the sea or the pool from each room. Just keep in mind that there might be a pet fee.
While you’re here lounge on the patio and feel the sea breeze. If you want to stay in your room, you will find a seating and dining area inside. What’s more, you can have a soak in the tub of your private bathroom, a great way to prepare for bed. Take your pet to the beach, which is only a few steps away, and have a wonderful time.
Pier View at Grand Panama by Panama City Fl Resorts
Address: 11807 Front Beach Road T2-1102
4.87 km (3.1 mi) from Gulf World Marine Park
6. Spacious condo on the beach (from USD 314)
Ideal for a beach getaway with your dog, this two-bedroom condo features floor-to-ceiling windows that let plenty of sunlight in. It also has a long deck with seating, great for watching the gorgeous sunset. You’ll surely have restful sleep here, as it has two bedrooms, one with a king-sized bed and the other with two queen-sized beds. Furthermore, the property is 130-sq m (1,400-sq ft) large, so there’s lots of space to roam around and play.
Just note that this unit allows for a maximum of 2 dogs under 9.1 kg (20 lbs), and there is a fee per pet.
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the views were amazing from every roomreally comfortable living room and deck furniturebeautiful view of the gulf from all roomsamazing view from the condo from every roomcondo is beautiful with amazing views in every roomCleanliness:
very clean and well stockedgreat communication clean condo as advertisedthe property was clean aesthetically pleasingthe condo was cleanvery clean other than the floorsHost:
the owners were fantasticyou can tell the owners careowners were very nice as wellhost was awesome and truly cares to make sure that you are having the best stay possibleshe was always extremely nice and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
close to everything but far enough away that it’s peacefulthe view the location were awesome conveniently located to restaurants and shoppingthis was an amazing condo right on the beach and just down the street from pier park
7. Three-bedroom unit in Grand Panama Beach Resort (from USD 320)
Explore the entirety of Grand Panama Beach Resort with your pet by staying in this three-bedroom unit. You can bring up to 2 pets under 6.8 kg (15 lbs) for an additional fee each. It is located on the first floor, close to many of the resort’s offerings.
Enjoy a wonderful meal in one of the many restaurants or have a drink at the tiki bar. Fire up the grill and prepare a snack. The pool and the beach are just a few steps away, too. Aside from that, the unit provides a long list of amenities, including linens, pillows, and bath towels.
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we enjoyed the ease of walking from the patio to the pool and beachvery nice unit fully furnished and easily accessible to the pool and hot tubmy family and i had an amazing stay property is beachfront and has two pretty awesome poolswould highly recommend the room to peopleCleanliness:
it was clean and well maintainedeverything was clean and kept so niceit is always clean and well maintainedcondo is easy to keep clean as everything is washablethe unit was clean and very well stockedHost:
lynn is a wonderful hostthe owner shared lots of info on the unit and surrounding areathe advantages of having an owner on site are hugelots of info provided by owner for restaurants and points of interested in the areafirst of all i want to acknowledge lynn the owner for her wonderful customer serviceRead more reviewsLocation:
i loved the location of the pool and the beachi loved the location of this unit on the ground level by the poolthe property was quiet as it was christmastime which was perfect for usnice to be able to walk from your room to pool side within feetwhat a beautiful place to stay
8. Lovely townhouse in Gulf Highlands Beach Resort (from USD 160)
This three-bedroom townhouse in Gulf Highlands Beach Resort is a great place for a fun vacation with your pet. Your fur babies are allowed to stay with you for a pet fee.
You’ll have access to the resort’s amenities, including its 11 pools and snack bar. Two pools are located right behind the unit, where you’ll also have outdoor seating to lounge in. If you want to take a dip in salt water, the beach is just a few steps away. For exercise, you can visit the workout area or play in one of the four tennis courts.
Top guest reviews
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the resort seems to be well upkept with swimming pools pretty much emptythe linens on the beds was very subpar at bestwe liked the idea of bikes to ride putt putt golf and heated poolsHost:
the property manager was very responsive with any questions & made sure we had everything we neededdanny is a great host and really takes great care of his peoplethe owner is very kind and easy to talk todan is the owner and awesome to work withdan was very responsive to the texts and concernsRead more reviewsLocation:
location is great as well close to stores restaurants you name itthe location was great for usthe property was in a great location and close to the beachthe property was a good location to everything on panama city beachwe had everything we needed loved the location
9. Five-bedroom house with pool (from USD 678)
Luxury and comfort meet fun and excitement in this 5-bedroom property that can fit up to 16 guests. Do keep in mind that there is a pet fee if you want to bring your furry buddy. Relax with your pet in the outdoor living area, which is fitted with a seating area, a large grill, and even a flat-screen TV. You’ll also find a pool here that is surrounded by sun loungers.
Inside, there are king-sized beds to sleep on and a spacious walk-in shower. For entertainment, you can play board games or watch movies. Coffee lovers will love the dual coffee station here. If that’s not enough, the beach, restaurants, and shops are all a short distance away.
Top guest reviews
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all of the beds were super comfortable and there was plenty of space for us to relax togetherthe pool was awesome to have because there were double red flags at the beach all weekendthe house and pool were perfect for our staycation plenty of room to spread outCleanliness:
house was very nice and cleanhome was very clean and well stockedthe inside of the house is also brand new and was very clean and modern which was greatHost:
this property was amazing the house was great for hosting some friendsRead more reviewsLocation:
amazing location close to the beach and frank brown parkvery nice and accommodating locationwell equipped and great locationthe location is awesome and is super close to alot of fun places to visitbeautiful home in very close proximity to the beach and fishing pier
10. Comfortable condo with access to resort amenities (from USD 257)
This two-bedroom condo is in Grand Panama Beach Resort, and you’ll enjoy all the amenities found here. Small pets weighing 6.8 kg (15 lbs) or less are welcome here for an additional fee each. For a leisurely time, you can take your pet on a stroll and explore the different things to do in the resort.
You can swim in any of the two large swimming pools, dine, and go shopping. You can also head to the poolside gated patio and lounge in the seating area. Additionally, the tiki bar is just nearby, perfect for refreshing drinks.
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and I was unable to open it at allIt was nicely furnished comfortable and cleanCondo was very comfortable and well stockedWe loved being on the bottom floor and having access right off our patio to the pool and beachI was a little worried about how the noise would be being on the bottom floor and right at the poolCleanliness:
The counters were clean and the showers were spotlessit was very clean and niceClean and close to beach and poolthe condo was very cleanthe room was clean and even had a dog bowl and bed for our fur babyHost:
Lynn is super sweet and is amazing with communicationMy wife and I had three of our grandkids with usshe will help you anyway possible to make sure your stay is awesomeYou walk out the door to the pool & beach so convenientlyLynn was so easy to work with will book againRead more reviewsLocation:
The location is very convenientWe also enjoyed the Tiki Bar which was also just a few stepsThe gate access going from the patio to the walkway was perfectso I assume maybe that's a building issue/requirementNo elevators is a plus for us
Bring your pet for a scenic trip to Panama City Beach
Fine sands and clear waters await you in Panama City Beach. If you’re going on a vacation here with your furry friend, check out the top pet-friendly hotels in Panama City Beach, Florida, mentioned above.
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