The 9 best Motels in Panama City Beach, United States

April 20, 2023 Enriqueta Cusson

With an average of 320 days of Florida sunshine each year – and 27 miles of sugar-white sands bordering the clear, emerald green waters where the Gulf of Mexico and St. Andrew Bay converge – Panama City Beach is a favorite of travelers seeking an affordable beach vacation with year round offerings. The region also features exciting on- and off-shore attractions, including St. Andrews Park and Pier Park, that offer something special to adrenaline-seekers, eco-tourists, families and couples alike.
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1. Flamingo Motel

15525 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32413-2598
Excellent
50%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
6%
Terrible
8%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 681 reviews

Flamingo Motel

An award winning Family Owned and Operated beachfront motel for over 35 years.

Very sad

Reviewed By Getaway792474

When I called in March to make reservations for August, the girl on the phone was so rude and couldn't care less about me making reservations. Prices more than doubled from my visit last year. Then I found out why. The Lancasters sold to a new owner. We decided not to stay at the Flamingo anymore because it would be too heartbreaking to see the negative changes. Reading the reviews I can see I was correct to decide to stay elsewhere. A real shame. The Flamingo used to be home away from home. ?

2. Bikini Beach Resort

11001 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407-3527
Excellent
43%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
8%
Terrible
14%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 612 reviews

Bikini Beach Resort

Bikini Beach Resort reflects the timeless allure of vintage Panama City Beach, featuring 84 rooms that offer kitchenettes and private balconies, so you can make Bikini Beach your home away from home. Close to all the area attractions, enjoy a large Gulf front pool and deck, beach service and free Wi-Fi.

great staff. building needs lots of upgrades

Reviewed By greyzen

the people are super nice and accommodating. the hotel looks like it was built in the 20s and upgrades in the 50s and 70s. convenient location. you will probably have to park on the other side of front beach road.

3. Holiday Terrace Motel

11831 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407-3601
Excellent
32%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
8%
Terrible
13%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 154 reviews

Holiday Terrace Motel

Holiday Terrace Motel is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Panama City Beach, offering many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay.

Girls trip 2021

Reviewed By cristiek2020

We actually loved our beach front room. Our hotel room had separate rooms for me and my best friend that were staying together. It was one hotel , with separate bedrooms. I really liked that. Also had a TV in both with premium channels on the cable. We were a bit high up and there wasnt many moving carts so it was a bit difficult to move in and out but that's the only minor issue we had. It was July 4 week and OVERLY CROWDED, but we enjoyed our stay here. Tried to extend our stay but couldn't get a room.

4. Beach Tower

12001 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407-3403
Excellent
44%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
6%
Terrible
11%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 485 reviews

Beach Tower

Welcome to Beach Tower By The Sea! We are here to ensure that you can relax, unwind and enjoy our beautiful beaches during your vacation. Our gulf-front location is conveniently located across from Shipwreck Island and is within walking distance of restaurants, popular night spots, shopping, local attractions, and the county pier. Our rooms and suites feature private beachfront balconies that overlook our pool, which is heated seasonally. Our friendly staff takes pride in providing guests with clean, comfortable rooms and outstanding customer service. We offer several floor plans to meet your needs, most featuring full kitchens. All By The Sea Resorts properties are 100% smoking free, including vaping. Our non-smoking policy includes rooms, balconies, pool areas and public areas. #ByTheSeaResorts

it’s a place to lay your head if there is nothing else around.

Reviewed By Momof3boyss

Mediocre place. Basically a motel on steroids. Room smelled stale, doors wouldn’t open easy. Balcony door would not close at all. One chair on balcony. Pool was a joke. Beds were very uncomfortable, TVs were old and outdated. Remote controls didn’t have the backs on them. The “kitchen” area … well pictures will speak for themselves. Pictures of the hotel are not what it looks like.

5. Sugar Sands By The Sea

20723 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32413-3625
Excellent
26%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
14%
Terrible
27%
Overall Ratings

3 based on 371 reviews

Sugar Sands By The Sea

Sugar Sands By The Sea is a mid-rise, family-oriented, beachfront hotel located on the quiet and desirable west end of Panama City Beach. Just 10 minutes from Pier Park and the epicenter of the beach, Sugar Sands offers beautiful gulf views, a variety of room accommodations with kitchenettes and great rates for family vacations! Spend the day alternating between swimming in the pool and the gulf and then relax on your private beachfront balcony. All By The Sea Resorts properties are 100% smoking free, including vaping. Our non-smoking policy includes rooms, balconies, pool areas and public areas. #ByTheSeaResorts

Family spring break

Reviewed By Franchizeky

Pretty disappointed in the overall stay here. 1st with the Covid-19 protocols they have in place. I firmly appreciate what they are doing by not having their staff enter the rooms during a stay but just dropping off towels when requested. The problem I have is still charging the "resort" fee but not getting the services for it. We had to take out our own trash and deal with sand in our room everyday since they didn't sweep and there were no brooms provided. I believe the price should have reflected the lack of service provided with the protocols. Next, this is suppose to be a non-smoking resort and there were people smoking on balconies next to me and NOT JUST cigarettes! Very annoying and could not sit on our balcony very long or at all due to that! Don't think we will recommend here or be back!

6. Aqua View Motel

4909 Hispaniola Ave, Panama City Beach, FL 32408-6910
Excellent
29%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
13%
Terrible
17%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 133 reviews

Aqua View Motel

Aqua View Motel is located in sunny Panama City Beach, Florida just few steps from Beach Access #2 and the beautiful sand and water of the Gulf of Mexico. Catering to dive groups, fishermen, church groups, and families, the Aqua View provides clean, comfortable accommodations coupled with an excellent location. Only a half-block from the ocean, our motel is convenient to many restaurants including: Capt. Anderson's, Schooner's, Triple J's seafood restaurant and Scampy's. Adjacent to the Panama City Dive Center, we are close to several marinas, night spots, and close to beautiful St. Andrews State Park.

Don’t stay here

Reviewed By ingridjE279VM

Earlier this week, an elderly friend booked us and our husbands rooms for a getaway trip only to discover that the place was not accommodating. The rooms smelled moldy, was small, and doors were not secure. The bathrooms were horrible, and there were no dresses or closets to hang clothes. Her credit card was charged for the full price of the rooms, although, she was told that the amount due was a deposit of $60.00 per room. We decided not to stay because it was so uncomfortable. The following day we went to inquire about her refund, and the male desk-clerk, without any provocation, ordered us to leave using profanity repeatedly at us. I wonder if he would address his mother in the same manner. It was shameful to witness, and a bad experience. He addressed us as KARENS, told us that there was no corporate office to complain to, and there was nothing we could do about it. This is not a business anyone should support.

7. Palm Grove

14513 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32413-3514
Excellent
16%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
7%
Terrible
47%
Overall Ratings

2.5 based on 220 reviews

Palm Grove

Cherished by guests for decades as Peeks Motel, recently renamed Palm Grove. Palm Grove offers no-nonsense accommodations directly on the shores of the Gulf of Mexico. And at a price that will actually allow you to enjoy your stay while experiencing all the food, fun and entertainment Panama City Beach provides.

Poor accommodations

Reviewed By U2044SSdianneb

This hotel is extremely outdated, rotten boards on deck, you have to go down the road to another hotel to check in this hotel same owners, we did not get a balcony as we were suppose to, we had a pet and the charge was 100 dollars we were not aware of, trash all around, our room did not even have a number on it, no management on site, very small air conditioner to cool three rooms, one tv only, no internet. The only two good things I could say about this place is it is on the beach and you do not have to get in your car to go anywhere...location is good. Our dog was scared to go upstairs so we asked for a lower room and we’re told it was booked through booking.com so we could not change rooms. Could not get a receipt at checkout because their printer not working and the pool wasn’t in use, you had to go down the road to their other hotel to use their pool....overall...stay somewhere else

8. Summer Breeze Motel

9227 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407-4031
Excellent
19%
Good
9%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
14%
Terrible
45%
Overall Ratings

2.5 based on 64 reviews

Summer Breeze Motel

Located 1.5 miles from the beautiful white sand beaches of the Gulf of Mexico. Our privately owned motel is near many major attractions! Parking, Wifi and HBO are always free at our property. Kitchenette rooms are available for your convenience. Under New Management in 2014! Many upgrades in progress. Come spend your next vacation with Summer Breeze Motel!

Rat Infestation

Reviewed By Aretha W

Rat seen in room. Dresser drawer broken and fell on child's foot. Broken and old toilet seat. Neighbors hanging out, smoking and drinking on walkways. Nonsmoking room smells like smoke. Horrible environment.

9. Coconut Grove Motor Inn

9725 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407-4101
Excellent
2%
Good
6%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
11%
Terrible
64%
Overall Ratings

1.5 based on 47 reviews

Coconut Grove Motor Inn

Looking for a place to stay in Panama City Beach? Then look no further than Coconut Grove Motor Inn, a budget friendly motel that brings the best of Panama City Beach to your doorstep. Guest rooms offer amenities such as air conditioning. The property also features a pool to make your visit even more pleasant. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to free parking. Close to some of Panama City Beach's most popular landmarks, such as Abc Fine Wine And Spirits (1.9 mi) and Russell Fields City Pier (2.2 mi), Coconut Grove Motor Hotel is a great destination for tourists. While in Panama City Beach be sure to experience local shrimp favorites at Angelo's Steak Pit, Saltwater Grill, or Capt. Jack's Family Buffet - Thomas Drive. Best of all, Coconut Grove Motor Inn makes it easy to experience many great Panama City Beach attractions like Rick Seltzer Park, Frank Brown Park, and Aaron Bessant Park, which are some popular parks. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Coconut Grove Motor Inn as you experience everything Panama City Beach has to offer.

An Abomination Before God

Reviewed By kylesU2522VL

This place is overrun with meth heads and other low life scum. It is completely unsatisfactory in every conceivable category of what a place of lodging should be. Layers of filth and depravity drip from every surface. Jesus weeps upon witnessing the unholy acts that occur here. Rats and centipedes squirm from seemingly every crevice. I wouldn't be surprised if there was a meth lab in one of the rooms. I'd rather honestly die than ever stay here again.

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