The 80-room Reef at Seahaven Beach Resorts is a budget property that leaves much to be desired, other than the fact that it sits directly on a private beach. Housed in a dingy four-story building, the guest rooms are equipped with flat-screen TVs and balconies, but are often ill-maintained and don't have Wi-Fi. Similarly, the pool and barbecue areas are not well-kept. Kids eat free at the adjacent beachside restaurant and bar. This property could suffice for guests who plan to spend most of their time on the beach -- though beach chairs are pricey -- or those who want cheap self-catering rooms, which are available here. For free Wi-Fi in rooms and a better-maintained property, guests could check rates at the value-priced Palmetto Inn & Suites.
The 80-room Reef at Seahaven Beach Resorts is a budget property that leaves much to be desired, other than the fact that it sits directly on a private beach. Housed in a dingy four-story building, the guest rooms are equipped with flat-screen TVs and balconies, but are often ill-maintained and don't have Wi-Fi. Similarly, the pool and barbecue areas are not well-kept. Kids eat free at the adjacent beachside restaurant and bar. This property could suffice for guests who plan to spend most of their time on the beach -- though beach chairs are pricey -- or those who want cheap self-catering rooms, which are available here. For free Wi-Fi in rooms and a better-maintained property, guests could check rates at the value-priced Palmetto Inn & Suites.
The 83-room Marriott's Legends Edge at Bay Point is a mid-range, family-friendly condominium hotel overlooking the waterfront, near golf courses and beaches. Guests can watch films in the 10-seat theater, swim in the outdoor heated pool, and take the kids to the splash pad. There are also conveniences like a fitness center, barbecue area, and mini-mart. Two-bedroom villas have kitchens, flat-screen TVs, washer/dryer combos, and balconies with lagoon or resort views. The hotel, however, doesn’t have a restaurant or bar. For on-site dining and cocktails, guests could try checking rates at the Holiday Inn Resort Panama City Beach.
The 83-room Marriott's Legends Edge at Bay Point is a mid-range, family-friendly condominium hotel overlooking the waterfront, near golf courses and beaches. Guests can watch films in the 10-seat theater, swim in the outdoor heated pool, and take the kids to the splash pad. There are also conveniences like a fitness center, barbecue area, and mini-mart. Two-bedroom villas have kitchens, flat-screen TVs, washer/dryer combos, and balconies with lagoon or resort views. The hotel, however, doesn’t have a restaurant or bar. For on-site dining and cocktails, guests could try checking rates at the Holiday Inn Resort Panama City Beach.
Sleep Inn & Suites is a basic chain hotel off the main strip in Panama City Beach with 90 rooms spread over four floors. The property has a more tranquil vibe than the hotels near the beach and is away from the hustle and bustle of Front Beach Road. The location is convenient for visiting the city as well as the beaches on the Gulf of Mexico, only a few minutes' drive away. The hotel offers free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and clean, spacious rooms with fridges and microwaves. There's also a fitness center, a movie room, and an outdoor pool that's heated in the cooler months, but it is does overlook a parking lot. Breakfast can become very busy, and some guests have complained that the food is not replenished quickly enough.
Sleep Inn & Suites is a basic chain hotel off the main strip in Panama City Beach with 90 rooms spread over four floors. The property has a more tranquil vibe than the hotels near the beach and is away from the hustle and bustle of Front Beach Road. The location is convenient for visiting the city as well as the beaches on the Gulf of Mexico, only a few minutes' drive away. The hotel offers free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and clean, spacious rooms with fridges and microwaves. There's also a fitness center, a movie room, and an outdoor pool that's heated in the cooler months, but it is does overlook a parking lot. Breakfast can become very busy, and some guests have complained that the food is not replenished quickly enough.
The 30-story, mid-range Tidewater Beach Resort has 570 condos, all with free Wi-Fi, full kitchens, DVD players, and furnished balconies. The property provides fantastic views over the Gulf of Mexico along with direct access to a private stretch of beach. Condos are individually owned and rented out, so decor varies significantly from unit to unit, and though most rooms are bright and cheerful some can be a bit worn and outdated. There’s an array of facilities on-site, including indoor and outdoor pools, a spa, a fitness center, and a beach restaurant for family meals. It’s worth noting, however, that many guests find the property overcrowded during peak times, with long waits for elevators and a jam-packed beach, and there are fees for things like housekeeping. Guests looking for a more standard hotel may want to try Holiday Inn Resort Panama Beach, which offers daily housekeeping and has a dedicated kids water area.
The 30-story, mid-range Tidewater Beach Resort has 570 condos, all with free Wi-Fi, full kitchens, DVD players, and furnished balconies. The property provides fantastic views over the Gulf of Mexico along with direct access to a private stretch of beach. Condos are individually owned and rented out, so decor varies significantly from unit to unit, and though most rooms are bright and cheerful some can be a bit worn and outdated. There’s an array of facilities on-site, including indoor and outdoor pools, a spa, a fitness center, and a beach restaurant for family meals. It’s worth noting, however, that many guests find the property overcrowded during peak times, with long waits for elevators and a jam-packed beach, and there are fees for things like housekeeping. Guests looking for a more standard hotel may want to try Holiday Inn Resort Panama Beach, which offers daily housekeeping and has a dedicated kids water area.
The Watercrest is an older building located in an older part of Panama City Beach. Condos are spacious and comfortable with conveniences like kitchens and washer/dryers, but decor varies and some units still have old tube TVs. The highlight of each unit is a private balcony overlooking the Gulf, reached through big sliding glass doors. While there is no on-site restaurant or bar, perks here include the oceanfront free-form pool, pristine beach, tennis, shuffle board courts, and free Wi-Fi. There are two fitness centers -- one for men and one for women -- and each offers a sauna. But some guests complain about strict rules (like no drinks allowed on the pool deck) and hidden fees.
The Watercrest is an older building located in an older part of Panama City Beach. Condos are spacious and comfortable with conveniences like kitchens and washer/dryers, but decor varies and some units still have old tube TVs. The highlight of each unit is a private balcony overlooking the Gulf, reached through big sliding glass doors. While there is no on-site restaurant or bar, perks here include the oceanfront free-form pool, pristine beach, tennis, shuffle board courts, and free Wi-Fi. There are two fitness centers -- one for men and one for women -- and each offers a sauna. But some guests complain about strict rules (like no drinks allowed on the pool deck) and hidden fees.
The Carillon Beach Inn is a 70-room, all-suite property with modern furnishings and sharp decor located on Lake Carillon in a sprawling, village-like resort complex. While the location doesn't offer direct beach access, the sand is less than a five-minute walk away, and guests get access to the many amenities of the Carillon Beach resort community. Suites are immaculately clean and comfortable with kitchenettes featuring stainless steel appliances. Cute, playful touches include sand dollar and fish-patterned pillows and chairs. Some suites have lovely fireplaces and outdoor private Jacuzzis, while all are equipped with flat-screen TVs and iPod docks. While there are few options for nearby off-site dining, Sweet Taste Wine Bar is located within the property.
The Carillon Beach Inn is a 70-room, all-suite property with modern furnishings and sharp decor located on Lake Carillon in a sprawling, village-like resort complex. While the location doesn't offer direct beach access, the sand is less than a five-minute walk away, and guests get access to the many amenities of the Carillon Beach resort community. Suites are immaculately clean and comfortable with kitchenettes featuring stainless steel appliances. Cute, playful touches include sand dollar and fish-patterned pillows and chairs. Some suites have lovely fireplaces and outdoor private Jacuzzis, while all are equipped with flat-screen TVs and iPod docks. While there are few options for nearby off-site dining, Sweet Taste Wine Bar is located within the property.
Sterling Breeze is a towering 23-floor structure by Sterling Resorts that sits on the sandy shores of Panama City Beach. Located only 15 minutes away from the restaurants and retailers of Pier Park, this resort offers 145 condos with full kitchens and washer/dryers, as well as an entertainment center with unlimited DVD rentals. Each unit also has a private balcony with its own electric grill. Condo decor varies significantly; some units are well maintained while others have leaky ceilings and broken appliances. This high-rise also has only two elevators, resulting in long waiting periods during peak times. Parking is also located far from the building. However, the easy beach access, big outdoor pool, and great location makes it worthy of consideration.
Sterling Breeze is a towering 23-floor structure by Sterling Resorts that sits on the sandy shores of Panama City Beach. Located only 15 minutes away from the restaurants and retailers of Pier Park, this resort offers 145 condos with full kitchens and washer/dryers, as well as an entertainment center with unlimited DVD rentals. Each unit also has a private balcony with its own electric grill. Condo decor varies significantly; some units are well maintained while others have leaky ceilings and broken appliances. This high-rise also has only two elevators, resulting in long waiting periods during peak times. Parking is also located far from the building. However, the easy beach access, big outdoor pool, and great location makes it worthy of consideration.
The Comfort Suites is a basic hotel option a short drive from the beach in Panama City. Rooms are consistent with the brand, offering small sitting areas, pull-out sofas, microwaves, and mini-fridges. But some furniture is showing wear and tear, and beds have old comforters instead of modern duvets. Hotel features include a small outdoor pool and a sunny fitness room. There are also some freebies on offer, including daily breakfast and parking. Location and affordability could make this a decent budget pick, but it's often possible to find options directly on the beach for a comparable price.
The Comfort Suites is a basic hotel option a short drive from the beach in Panama City. Rooms are consistent with the brand, offering small sitting areas, pull-out sofas, microwaves, and mini-fridges. But some furniture is showing wear and tear, and beds have old comforters instead of modern duvets. Hotel features include a small outdoor pool and a sunny fitness room. There are also some freebies on offer, including daily breakfast and parking. Location and affordability could make this a decent budget pick, but it's often possible to find options directly on the beach for a comparable price.
