This 25-story upper-mid-range high-rise, with its many amenities and spectacular views, could be a good choice for active families with children. Room prices are comparable for the area, but more than a few guests have complained about unsatisfactory housekeeping in the common areas. As with any condo property, units might vary in decor and amenities, but all (except studios) are large with full kitchens and balconies. Numerous pools and direct beach access are highlights.
This 25-story upper-mid-range high-rise, with its many amenities and spectacular views, could be a good choice for active families with children. Room prices are comparable for the area, but more than a few guests have complained about unsatisfactory housekeeping in the common areas. As with any condo property, units might vary in decor and amenities, but all (except studios) are large with full kitchens and balconies. Numerous pools and direct beach access are highlights.
The 96-room Beachcomber by the Sea is a good fit for vacationers who prize beach access over luxurious accommodations. Guest rooms are spacious, with kitchens and balconies, but decor throughout is dated. The hotel is popular with budget-minded families, which could be a drawback for travelers seeking a peaceful, kid-free getaway.
The 96-room Beachcomber by the Sea is a good fit for vacationers who prize beach access over luxurious accommodations. Guest rooms are spacious, with kitchens and balconies, but decor throughout is dated. The hotel is popular with budget-minded families, which could be a drawback for travelers seeking a peaceful, kid-free getaway.
A value hotel receiving a range of guest complaints including reports of bugs, sand in the beds, and rowdy, young revelers staying at the hotel, Boardwalk Beach Resort Hotel & Convention Center's main redeeming quality is its beachfront location in Panama City. The 319 rooms have mini-fridges, microwaves, and coffeemakers, though, and the hotel is in walking distance to a nightclub and several restaurants. For food, the property has a bar and grill as well as a cafe serving snacks. For entertainment, there’s always the beach as well as two outdoor pools. Guests should compare rates with Palmetto Inn & Suites, an upper-middle-range beachfront property near Pier Park.
A value hotel receiving a range of guest complaints including reports of bugs, sand in the beds, and rowdy, young revelers staying at the hotel, Boardwalk Beach Resort Hotel & Convention Center's main redeeming quality is its beachfront location in Panama City. The 319 rooms have mini-fridges, microwaves, and coffeemakers, though, and the hotel is in walking distance to a nightclub and several restaurants. For food, the property has a bar and grill as well as a cafe serving snacks. For entertainment, there’s always the beach as well as two outdoor pools. Guests should compare rates with Palmetto Inn & Suites, an upper-middle-range beachfront property near Pier Park.
This 139-room property is within steps of the beach and easy reach of restaurants, shopping, and attractions. Rooms have kitchenettes but could use a serious makeover; decor is dated and drab. Be aware that the hotel is a stickler for its check-in policy. Guests who arrive early hoping to check in and get to the beach will likely be disappointed. All in all, though, the resort is good value for a beachfront location, with a tiny fitness center and a free breakfast.
This 139-room property is within steps of the beach and easy reach of restaurants, shopping, and attractions. Rooms have kitchenettes but could use a serious makeover; decor is dated and drab. Be aware that the hotel is a stickler for its check-in policy. Guests who arrive early hoping to check in and get to the beach will likely be disappointed. All in all, though, the resort is good value for a beachfront location, with a tiny fitness center and a free breakfast.
The 86-room La Quinta Inn & Suites Panama City Beach is a budget chain that's a 10-minute drive from local beaches. Rooms are simple and spacious with mini-fridges and microwaves. The outstanding feature here is the heated outdoor pool with relaxing Jacuzzi, and there's also a small fitness room and free daily breakfast. Additional freebies include Wi-Fi and parking. While some guests complain about old tube TVs or worn out beds, this property is a good budget pick for the area.
The 86-room La Quinta Inn & Suites Panama City Beach is a budget chain that's a 10-minute drive from local beaches. Rooms are simple and spacious with mini-fridges and microwaves. The outstanding feature here is the heated outdoor pool with relaxing Jacuzzi, and there's also a small fitness room and free daily breakfast. Additional freebies include Wi-Fi and parking. While some guests complain about old tube TVs or worn out beds, this property is a good budget pick for the area.
Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Panama City Beach is a value option off Highway 98, within a five-minute drive of the beach. Its 80 rooms are clean and spacious and come with kitchenettes and free Wi-Fi, and the hotel is far enough away from the spring break hotspots that it stays relatively quiet. The chain hotel offers a free breakfast including hot items, but the other amenities, including the small outdoor pool and fitness center with limited equipment, aren’t anything to write home about. For similar rates, the beachfront at Palmetto Inn & Suites has more dated decor but better amenities, including two heated pools and a seasonal tiki bar.
Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Panama City Beach is a value option off Highway 98, within a five-minute drive of the beach. Its 80 rooms are clean and spacious and come with kitchenettes and free Wi-Fi, and the hotel is far enough away from the spring break hotspots that it stays relatively quiet. The chain hotel offers a free breakfast including hot items, but the other amenities, including the small outdoor pool and fitness center with limited equipment, aren’t anything to write home about. For similar rates, the beachfront at Palmetto Inn & Suites has more dated decor but better amenities, including two heated pools and a seasonal tiki bar.
Emerald Isle is one of a string of high-rise resorts in Panama City. As with most condo resorts in the area, individual unit decor varies greatly and can set the tone of a visit. The bones of the rooms are good, and include spacious kitchens and large, rounded balconies. However, amenities are sparse. There is a small gym but no restaurant or shop -- though a grocery store is nearby. Visitors that want to take advantage of the kitchen might also appreciate the beachside barbecue area with gas grills for guests. The most common complaints here are about parking issues and the small pools, but the direct access to a white-sand beach and the Gulf views are outstanding assets.
Emerald Isle is one of a string of high-rise resorts in Panama City. As with most condo resorts in the area, individual unit decor varies greatly and can set the tone of a visit. The bones of the rooms are good, and include spacious kitchens and large, rounded balconies. However, amenities are sparse. There is a small gym but no restaurant or shop -- though a grocery store is nearby. Visitors that want to take advantage of the kitchen might also appreciate the beachside barbecue area with gas grills for guests. The most common complaints here are about parking issues and the small pools, but the direct access to a white-sand beach and the Gulf views are outstanding assets.
As the name hints, the Shores of Panama by Oaseas Resorts sits right on the lovely white sands of Panama City Beach. Each of the 796 rooms offers balconies with beautiful ocean views, a full-size kitchen, and washer/dryer. A huge pool deck features a sprawling free-form pool and tall tropical palm trees, providing a tranquil feel despite the resort's size. There are special activities here for kids including face painting, movie nights, and Rock Band tournaments. The fitness center is modern, if a bit dark, with cardio machines featuring individual TVs, and there's a full-service spa. But there are hidden cleaning fees associated with rentals, and the decor and maintenance of units varies widely; guests may end up with a dated, worn condo.
As the name hints, the Shores of Panama by Oaseas Resorts sits right on the lovely white sands of Panama City Beach. Each of the 796 rooms offers balconies with beautiful ocean views, a full-size kitchen, and washer/dryer. A huge pool deck features a sprawling free-form pool and tall tropical palm trees, providing a tranquil feel despite the resort's size. There are special activities here for kids including face painting, movie nights, and Rock Band tournaments. The fitness center is modern, if a bit dark, with cardio machines featuring individual TVs, and there's a full-service spa. But there are hidden cleaning fees associated with rentals, and the decor and maintenance of units varies widely; guests may end up with a dated, worn condo.
Palmetto Inn and Suites is a family-friendly, upper-middle-range hotel with 122 big rooms spread over seven floors; beachside rooms have views of the Gulf of Mexico. Rooms are clean and some have kitchens, but the decor and furniture look dated. There's a great beach area, two swimming pools and a hot tub, all of which are kept in immaculate shape. Other perks include a Tiki Bar and a beachside deck with grills for guests who want to barbecue food right on the beach. There are no resort fees and parking is free, but guests sometimes have to park in an overflow lot when the Palmetto's main parking lot fills up.
Palmetto Inn and Suites is a family-friendly, upper-middle-range hotel with 122 big rooms spread over seven floors; beachside rooms have views of the Gulf of Mexico. Rooms are clean and some have kitchens, but the decor and furniture look dated. There's a great beach area, two swimming pools and a hot tub, all of which are kept in immaculate shape. Other perks include a Tiki Bar and a beachside deck with grills for guests who want to barbecue food right on the beach. There are no resort fees and parking is free, but guests sometimes have to park in an overflow lot when the Palmetto's main parking lot fills up.
This 276-room, condo-style property located right on the sand in Panama City Beach is extremely kid-friendly. Beyond the bright colors and fun animal paintings, this resort also features an interactive water park, arcade with mini bowling alley, and fun lazy river. Each of the cheerful, homey condos -- some of which can sleep up to 10 people -- offer kitchens, washer/dryer, and balconies with gorgeous views of the Gulf of Mexico.
This 276-room, condo-style property located right on the sand in Panama City Beach is extremely kid-friendly. Beyond the bright colors and fun animal paintings, this resort also features an interactive water park, arcade with mini bowling alley, and fun lazy river. Each of the cheerful, homey condos -- some of which can sleep up to 10 people -- offer kitchens, washer/dryer, and balconies with gorgeous views of the Gulf of Mexico.