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Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort

2.0 star property
Family fun on the beach, with outdoor pool, near Museum of Man in the Sea

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open open 24 hours, sun loungers
Flat-screen TV
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open open 24 hours, sun loungers

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning

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17255 Front Beach Road, Panama City Beach, FL, 32413
  • Place, Panama City Beaches
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Pier Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Frank Brown Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Room, Kitchen, Beachfront (King) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, Kitchen, Beachfront (King)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Beachfront

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite, Kitchen, Beachfront (Queen/Queen)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premier Suite, Kitchen, Beachfront (Queen/Queen)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 843 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Beachfront

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(67 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, Kitchen, Beachfront (Queen/Queen)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(50 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Classic King Northside (Across Street From Beach - No Beach View) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic King Northside (Across Street From Beach - No Beach View)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds (Northside, NOT ON BEACH) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds (Northside, NOT ON BEACH)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Classic Room 2 Queens Kitchen (Across Street From Beach - No Beach View) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room 2 Queens Kitchen (Across Street From Beach - No Beach View)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Flat-screen TV

Penthouse

  • 1686 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

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Flat-screen TV

Suite (Penthouse)

  • 1686 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

Panama City Beach

Museum of Man in the Sea is within a mile (2 km) of Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort, and other popular sites like Frank Brown Park are within a couple of miles (3 km). This 122-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Panama City Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Panama City Beach Sailing - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Pier Park - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Russell-Fields Pier - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Frank Brown Park - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Margaritaville - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tidewater Tiki Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Back Porch Seafood and Oyster House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Kilwins Panama City Beach - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort

Family fun on the beach, with outdoor pool, near Museum of Man in the Sea
Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort features an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. A stay here includes free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Other standard amenities include microwaves, coffee makers, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is available on request.
An indoor pool, an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 7 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per day
  • Resort fee: USD 14.98 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • In-room coffee
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool access

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 24-hour pool access
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Palmetto Inn Panama City Beach
Palmetto Inn
Palmetto Panama City Beach
Palmetto Inn And Suites
Palmetto Hotel Panama City Beach
Palmetto Motel Panama City Beach
Palmetto Inn Suites
Palmetto Inn Suites
Palmetto Beachfront Hotel a By the Sea Resort
Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort Hotel
Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort Panama City Beach

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort?

Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort?

As of Nov 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort on Nov 19, 2025 start from $48.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see near Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort?

This hotel is located in Panama City Beach, just steps from Panama City Beaches. You'll also find Pier Park and Russell-Fields Pier within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort have a casino at the property?

No, Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool as well as an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Guests have 24-hour pool access.

What do couples enjoy most about Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort?

At this beachfront hotel, couples will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms include kitchens and ocean views.

Does Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort have a hot tub?

Yes, this hotel has a spa tub.

Does Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort.

Does Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort?

The closest major airport to Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort is Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP), which is 12.5 mi away (16 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort?

Yes, some guestrooms at Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort offer a balcony and may feature ocean views.

Reviews

Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort Reviews

7.8

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 962 out of 2062 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 469 out of 2062 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 270 out of 2062 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 150 out of 2062 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 211 out of 2062 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michele

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a balcony over looking the gulf. It was a corner room so there was an extra window which was nice. Pool was nice and clean and they have a tiki bar open 10:30-7:00. There’s also Mguires right across the street. You do have to park across the street but not really a big deal. Overall good stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

allen

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
There are 2 sides to this propery. there is the South side and the North side. the North side is dilapidated and run down rooms. They are nasty and I would not ever stay there. The southside rooms are much much better than the North side, so do not stay on the North side.. on a positive note, the customer service is excellent there and they go out of their way to try to make you feel.better about your reservation.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good location, but the property has been run down quite a bit.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Musgrow

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

AMANDA

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great experience without any issues
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Per

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family stay was amazing. No complaints. They made sure we had clean towels every day. Amenities all seemed to be well kept and clean. We had a great time and were very satisfied. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms definitely need some updating but the beds were clean and comfortable. Elevator was quick and pool area was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Buyer Beware

Let me preface my review with a comment – I understand this is an older property, but it is not only showing its age, it’s also showing a lack of proper maintenance and care from the company that owns it. Now to our review. We arrived the afternoon of August 13th. The first thing we noticed was the lack of parking at the property. When we went to check in we were given a “pass” that would permit us to park across the street (good luck finding a spot). We paid for an ocean view room, and went up to the sixth floor and walked in to a room temperature of 79 degrees (see photo). The “air conditioner” is one of those old units one finds in a window, and to say it didn’t work very well is an understatement. I noticed under the unit, there was a lot of corrosion, damage and mold (see photo). During our two night stay, the coldest we could get the room was 75 degrees. We also noticed the carpeting was pretty old and dirty (see photo), and after showering that night, after 5 minutes my wife’s feet were dirty from the carpet (see photo). The toilet was loose and one would have to exercise caution when sitting on it because it rocked back and forth even with the slightest movement. The elevators were dirty the whole time we were there. Many of these issues could be fixed for not a lot of money, unfortunately, it looks like the company that owns this hotel really doesn’t care as long as people keep coming. I will say this – the view was amazing, too bad the hotel wasn't.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
It was fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Luis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A bit outdated but overall nice property very thin walls. Would stay again for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Staff was great, very helpful; convenient the parking was easily accessible right across the Street. There may be a reason but there was not any dish soap for cleaning dishes. The view was great right at the beach and easy acess to the beach. We definitely would come again and stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Will be back to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather, Jonesboro

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It was direct acess to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not very clean. Parking is a pain. Pool is disgusting. So many people swam in that pool and it was cloudy and gross. I told this to the management. During my 4 night stay, the pool water remained dirty and cloudy. The hotel offered free ice cream in their little shopone day, but the line was so long since they only had one person serving the ice cream…I just left because I didn’t want to waste my beach time. There were never any supplies in the lobby bathroom during my 4 night stay. The beach is ok. Not super clean but decent for the price. I would not stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Aydee Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property to enjoy the beach and pool
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rochelle Lynn

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The first night of my stay awful. I was very tired from my trip and decided to go to bed early. Went to bed at 8:30pm and within minutes, the people in the next room had a child screaming, crying and banging eiter doors aor drawers. Yhe mom kept yelling and cussing at yhe child. Finally after midnight, I went out to sleep in my car until it was to hot to stsy in the car any longer. Finally went back to the room and it was thankfully quiet. But still, an awful night sleep due to the bed being so soft and uncomfortable. I think that if you stayed in yhe main building, it was more like a resort, while staying across the street was more like a poorly dated motel that no one cared about. The pool behind the main building had lots of algae on the sidewalls and some of the pool noodles. Was gross. The only thing that I thought wax nice was that they did have BBQ's for you to use and nice accessibility to the beach. I would not recommend this place at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon Mykal

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark van

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location ,on the beach ,easy to dining and shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Princesa Yuliana

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was very easy no issues at all , staff very kind and helpful property in good conditions the rooms have great quality and the price was really affordable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place for the money!

Get the Suite! It’s so worth it! I wished I would have brought my pillow tho!!! Overall great! I personally liked the location, not to close and not to far from what we needed! The staff was awesome! Will return.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sean

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

tenesha, Quincy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay at Palmetto Beachfront Hotel in West Panama City Beach! The spacious room was perfect for us—comfortably big with all the cozy touches we needed. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, making our visit feel special and stress-free. As two female lovers, we felt safe and truly at home here. We can’t wait to come back for another relaxing getaway by the sea! Highly recommended. 🌊❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Barry

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioning keep turning off - had maintenance in room twice Sheets dirty - had maintenance to change out …
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

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