Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort

Oceanfront with outdoor pool, near Shipwreck Island Waterpark

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Dates

August 2025

September 2025

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Beachfront (Walkout) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

Bar
24/7 front desk
Laundry
Air conditioning

Explore the area

12525 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL, 32407

Panama City Beaches
‪6 min walk‬
Shipwreck Island Waterpark
‪16 min walk‬
Pier Park
‪6 min drive‬
Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
‪29 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront (Walkout)

Ocean view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Beachfront (Walkout)

Ocean view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen (Studio)

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Beachfront

Ocean view
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Beachfront

Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront

Good

Ocean view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Beachfront

Ocean view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Panama City Beach

Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort places you within a 15-minute stroll of popular sights such as Panama City Beaches and Shipwreck Island Waterpark. This 152-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

Panama City Beaches - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
M.B. Miller County Pier - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
Shipwreck Island Waterpark - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
Golf Course at Edgewater - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
Pier Park - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

‪Whataburger - ‬4 min drive
‪Rock'it Lanes - ‬3 min drive
‪Harpoon Harry's - ‬2 min walk
‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
‪Shrimp Basket Panama City Beach - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort

Oceanfront with outdoor pool, near Shipwreck Island Waterpark

Guests of Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and free newspapers. Free parking is available if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a vending machine.

Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Balconies or patios, refrigerators, and microwaves are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

Languages

English

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Hot Tub
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Parking included

$63 nightly

Aug 11 - Aug 12

Total includes taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Free self parking on site

Food and drink

A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli

Things to do

Outdoor pool

Family friendly

In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
ATM
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Vending machine

Guest services

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

Beach cabanas (surcharge)
Beach loungers
Beach umbrellas
On the beach
On the waterfront
Pool loungers
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator

Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Up to 5 kids 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
Resort fee: USD 14.98 per accommodation, per night

The resort fee includes:

Beach access
Housekeeping
In-room coffee
In-room safe
Newspaper
Phone calls
Pool access

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

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, debit cards, and cash

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
Check-out: 10 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, debit 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

There are no elevators.
No cribs or infant beds are available.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Chateau Motel Panama City Beach

Chateau Panama City Beach

Chateau Hotel Panama City Beach

Chateau By The Sea

Chateau Beachfront Resort BW Signature Collection

Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort Hotel

Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort Panama City Beach

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort?

Guests positively rate the hotel's beach location in Panama City Beach, and it's a short 13-minute walk from Panama City Beaches and also 15 minutes on foot from Shipwreck Island Waterpark. You'll also find Thomas Drive and Pier Park within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort?

As of Aug 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort on Aug 11, 2025 start from $52.22, 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.

Is parking available on site at Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort include a casino?

No, Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort?

This beachfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort though service animals are welcome.

Does Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort?

The closest major airport to Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort is Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP), which is 16.3 mi away (22 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort?

Yes, every guestroom at Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean views.

Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort Reviews

7.2

Good

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Traveled with partner

May 16, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Good place to stay...comfortable, convenient and restful. We'll be back

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Kayla

Traveled with family and small children

May 12, 2025

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

They are in the process of renovating — which we did not mind the dirtiness from that. What was disappointing is the other vacationers who ruin low cost options for everyone else. Spilling food and drinks around the pool and not picking up after themselves. Our neighboring room kept leaving trash overflowing on the beach front. The 2nd half of our stay was better and there was more staff cleaning up after people. Just wished it was a little cleaner around the pool.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clay

May 11, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jacob

Traveled with partner

May 10, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

We had booked a 1 king room with a kitchen 6 months in advanced, upon arriving we were told that our room wasn’t ready and wouldn’t be ready for us in time. Granted the front desk lady was nice and said that she would “upgrade us no charge” to a 2 queen bed and kitchenette. We asked to see the room before agreeing and she kind of just ignored our request. We agreed due to driving all day and being tired. I wasn’t a fan of not being able to screen the room before hand but going in the room it appeared clean, there were a few stains on the sheets and the floor wasn’t very clean our socks were dirty after walking around in the room for not even 5 minutes. We brought our own sheets to use and after showering on day one we found a cockroach. Thankfully no more appeared. They sat on the 3rd day of your stay your room will be cleaned. It wasn’t. We had to ask multiple times for someone to come clean our room and give us new towels. I wouldn’t recommend using the dishes they’re not clean. Overall it wasn’t the worst experience I have had but it could definitely be better.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Traveled with partner

May 10, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

I enjoyed the closeness to the beach. The room coud use some upgrades and repairs. The toilet, bathtub and sink needed fixing. Water in tub and sink were slow going down and the toilet really needs repairing. Other than that, it was all good

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jason

May 9, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Barbara

Traveled with partner

May 9, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

I had to wait 2 hours to go to the room and when the room was available the bathroom was dirty. The shower was broken. There were no new towels and they didn't put new toilet paper in the bathroom

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Anna

Traveled with partner

May 9, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I love the hotel the office Staff was very friendly.Only problem was we were there 4 days. and never had maid service I had to go. Ask for fresh clean towels each day.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with partner

May 7, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Front desk staff were very helpful and accommodating. View from room was wonderful and queen beds was as comfortable, if not more so, than our beds at home. Only drawback was we went during a major Harley Davidson event. But room managed to keep 90% of the noise out.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Calvin

Traveled with family

May 7, 2025

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Emily

Traveled with family

May 6, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

You get what you pay for here. View and closeness to the beach is great, but the room/building itself is very outdated/ needs fixing. Not like the pictures. Molded ceilings, especially in the bathroom, saw a few roaches, linen stained, not fully dry. I ended up using my own sheets/pillow and beach towels. The first room I was given the bed looked like it had been napped ontop of, room was dirty, tv was on and blaring, and a half eaten muffin was on the counter. It’s worth it to pay a little extra for guaranteed cleanliness. Would not recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

May 5, 2025

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

Nice Hotel at a Nice Price

The hotel itself was fine. They advertise they are a smoke free facility, however, they do not enforce it. The room floor was covered in sand, and no cleaning service during our 3 night stay. Had to ask for extra amenities. Those are all things that can be fixed and wouldn't stop me from booking there again.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with partner

May 5, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Stayed here 55 years ago and went back to see if I could regain my youth. The stairs to the room were a pain, and the upkeep of the rooms was dismal. For the price it was OK. It was clean and the beds slept well. Probably won't go back.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Kim

May 5, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Traveled with family

May 4, 2025

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

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

AMBER

May 4, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

MONICA

May 4, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

MONICA

May 3, 2025

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Greg

Traveled with partner

May 2, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The toilet in the room is inefficient and requires multiple flushes to clear effectively. The floor hasn't been swept in ages, indicating that the place hasn't been properly cleaned. There are several noticeable stains on the sheets and blankets, and unfortunately, the pillow has multiple blood spots on it. The bathroom sink is lacking soap, and hot water is scarce. Although we received towels, there are no washcloths provided. Additionally, the TV remote is nonfunctional for both the channel and volume controls. Finding the WiFi password feels like a scavenger hunt, and while there is an ice bucket, we have to pay extra for ice. Some of the charging ports are out of order, and the refrigerator lacks an adjustment dial, leaving us with only cool water. Furthermore, the freezer section is unusable because the block-off plate has been removed. The entire area has a strong smell of marijuana, and we can hear our neighbors through the walls and ceiling at all hours; one neighbor was even up at 5 AM, which was quite disruptive. It's worth noting that the $240 resort fee comes with no actual resort amenities, and according to my attached receipt, it should not have exceeded $95 upon arrival. This fee is in addition to the $200 damage hold. If I had known it would cost me an extra $240 instead of $95, I would have booked at the Origin for a much better experience. I cannot recommend this place. Additionally, upon returning to room 304 had multiple cockroaches. Video on Yelp

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

May 2, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

..

May 1, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

No parking rude staff and bugs

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Bret

Apr 30, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

LaNiya, Birmingham

Traveled with family

Apr 29, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Close to beach

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jazmin

Traveled with family

Apr 29, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Absolutely disgusting, rusty tub with a ring if grime and did not drain, other people's hair still in the bathroom and on the dishes in the kitchen, rusty microwave, roaches!!! Yes i said roaches!! We checked in at 7pm and they already had ppl complaining about how dirty their room was so it took them 20 mins just to check me in. I should have asked for a refund then but id driven 6 hours and just wanted food and a shower. Went to diner before we looked at the bathroom and kitchen and when we got back is when we discovered how gross the room was and the clogged tub when we tried to shower. Called to have someone come to unclog and clean and they came but they did not fix it or clean. This was 11:30pm abd we had to go to bed w/o a shower. The property did not offer another room or any relief in fact they did not even unclog the tub until noon the next day. Mind you i payed $250 a night to stay in thus disgusting place and we were stuck away from home on a weekend so other places were already fully booked. The property managers do not care about you or your comfort. I got no resolution and left feeling grossed out and cheated. The pictures are not representative of the property. In person its dirty, dilapidated and unsafe. The staff is so used to complaints they just stand there and listen but do nothing. Do not stay here. Please no not stay here. I wish i could post pictures.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kristen

Traveled with family and small children

Apr 28, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Our check in times was 4pm. When we got there at 4pm the office was packed of ppl. Waiting for their rooms to be cleaned so we all could check in. Our room wasn't ready till almost 7pm. We went to dinner and waited on the beach. The floors in our room was covered in sand. The bedding had stains. It was gross. I went out and bought new bedding. And the bathroom was old and falling apart. I called around to see if we could stay somewhere else but everything was full. Spring break. The hallways in the mornings had food beer cans bottles everywhere. The pool also had food trash and cigarettes floating in it. The only nice thing there was we could walk to the beach from our room. We will never stay there again.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025