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Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort

2.5 star property

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Terrace/patio
Lobby
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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12525 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL, 32407
  • Place, Panama City Beaches
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, M.B. Miller County Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Shipwreck Island Waterpark
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Beachfront Classic Room - Queen Bed - ADA | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Beachfront Classic Room - Queen Bed - ADA

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Classic Room - Queen Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Beachfront Classic Room - King Bed + Bunk Bed - Split Accommodations | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Beachfront Classic Room - King Bed + Bunk Bed - Split Accommodations

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Beachfront Classic Room - Queen/Queen - Split Accommodations | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Beachfront Classic Room - Queen/Queen - Split Accommodations

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Gulfview Deluxe Suite - King Bed with Kitchen

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Gulfview Deluxe Suite - Queen/Queen with Kitchen | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Gulfview Deluxe Suite - Queen/Queen with Kitchen

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Gulfview Deluxe Suite - Queen/Queen

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Suite - Two-Bedroom with Kitchen | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite - Two-Bedroom with Kitchen

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Beachfront Penthouse - Queen/Queen with Kitchen | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Beachfront Penthouse - Queen/Queen with Kitchen

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Beach View, Beachside

  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Beachside

  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

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

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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
  • Edgewater Gulf Beach - 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

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beef 'O' Brady's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Another Broken Egg Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Salty Goat Saloon - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort

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 an ATM.
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.

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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

Restaurants on site

  • Tiki Bar

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

More

  • 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

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • 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
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
  • 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 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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 credit card for incidental charges and 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 debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

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 May 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort on May 17, 2026 start from $94, including 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.

Will I be able to park 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 a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge.

Does Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort have a hot tub?

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 available?

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

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).

Can I book a room with a balcony 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/patio and some offer ocean views.

Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 557 out of 1659 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 385 out of 1659 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 278 out of 1659 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 174 out of 1659 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 265 out of 1659 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pool was heated nicely for March. 2 room queen with living room was spacious and on pool level.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chase

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room. Excellent staff
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kasey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice Staff, clean room, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Cindy

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness
Room needed another regular chair, toilet was loose in the floor long walk and stairs to get to our room
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Rordan

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kyle R.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Brandi

If you want the most basic cheap room possible this is it. The view is the only positive. Works for a night. Would never recommend for more
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Ashley

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a nice view and really close to the beach side
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the convenience to the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness
This hotel is a little older, but it's completely worth the cost if you want a nice large heated pool & to have the beach steps away. The room had a mini kitchen which was nice, good water pressure and plenty of hot water as well. I will be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Terikah

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was not clean. the lady at the front desk was sooooo rude. even to the other guests who were in line in front of me. ended up checking out at 5am. room was nothing like i expected. -mold on bedding -hair in shower -mold on ceiling -shower would not drain -front desk didn’t want to hear my complaints. i’m very upset as this was for my sister’s birthday. will not be back. please beware.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

John

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Harvetta

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

KOMMAREDDY MAHESHWAR

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Meghan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and very helpful. The rooms were clean. We had two rooms. One room had an A/C problem. It didn't work. Maintenance came and fixed the problem. The shower in that room did not work either. We were forced to take a bath. We reported it but it didn't get fixed. The other room had mold around the tub which we didn't get around to reporting. The hotel is old and not fancy, but it was generally clean and we thought it had a lot of character. We would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jared

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

david

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The room floor was very dirty and the bath tub wasnt clean either. It appeared to be blood on the floor.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Mesha

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lack of cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Virginia

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very dated, which I expected going in for the price. The issue I had was when we arrived, there were bags of trash piled around the doorway outside. One of the beds had a giant, round, wet pee looking stain on the comforter that soaked thru to the mattress. The room was damp and had water puddled in the floor. The front desk staff that helped me leave immediately was helpful and friendly. The girl who checked us in, not so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

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