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Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort

2.0 star property
Family-friendly beachfront location with outdoor pool

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront (Walkout, Split Accommodations) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront (Walkout) | Terrace/patio
Children's play area - outdoor

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

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20723 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL, 32413
  • Place, Panama City Beaches
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Paul Brent Gallery
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Powell Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premier Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront (Split Accommodations)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront (Split Accommodations)

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront (Split Accommodations)

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

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront (Walkout, Split Accommodations) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront

7.6 out of 10
Good
(34 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront (Walkout) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premier Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront (Walkout)

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premier Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront (Walkout)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront (Top Floor)

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront (Top Floor)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront (Split Accommodations - Top)

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront (Split Accommodations - Top)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premier Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront (Split Accommodations - Top)

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premier Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront (Split Accommodations - Top)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Panama City Beach

Located in Laguna Beach Estates, Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort is adjacent to Panama City Beaches and a short stroll from Paul Brent Gallery. This 84-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Panama City Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Paul Brent Gallery - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Powell Lake - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Pier Park - 9 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Rosemary Beach - 12 min drive - 5.2 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thomas Donut & Snack Shop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bayou Bill's Crab House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen Grill & Chill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Back Beach Barbecue - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coconuts Seafood, Pizzas And More - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort

Family-friendly beachfront location with outdoor pool
Guests of Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. A stay here includes free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. Other amenities at this beach hotel include free newspapers, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Kitchens, balconies, and refrigerators are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Playground
  • Snorkeling
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

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

  • Barbecue grill
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • 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.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 3 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:

  • Resort fee: USD 14.98 per accommodation, per night
  • A damage deposit of USD 50 will be collected before check-in.
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • Laundry facilities
  • 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—-2:00 AM
  • 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:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Sugar Sands
Sugar Sands Inn
Sugar Sands Inn Panama City Beach
Sugar Sands Panama City Beach
Sugar Sands Sea Panama City Beach
Sugar Sands Sea
Sugar Sands By The Sea
Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel a By The Sea Resort
Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort?

This hotel is situated in Laguna Beach Estates, just steps from Panama City Beaches. You'll also find Frank Brown Park and Carillon Beach within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort?

As of Dec 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort on Jan 2, 2026 start from $46.43, 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.

Will I be able to park at Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort?

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

Does Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort have a casino on the premises?

No, Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort?

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

What do couples enjoy most about Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront hotel include a kitchen as well as an outdoor pool and a terrace.

Are there hot tubs at Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

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

Does Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort.

Are there connecting rooms at Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort?

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

What is the closest airport to Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort?

The closest major airport to Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort is Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP), which is 15.6 mi away (20 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort?

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

Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 407 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 296 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 148 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 90 out of 1003 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Brandy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very quite and not crowded beach but didn’t like that you only brought towels and TP after the third day and I had to ask.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

2 stars is kind.

Room smelled musty,one of the bed box springs sweaked,could not even hear the waves from the room because of the noise from their machines that run 24 hours a day Booked for 3 nights only stayed one night and they charged me over $200.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a good stay however we did not get the room that we chose when reserving our room. Which was the only reason we chose to stay at this motel to begin with and kinda messed up our 1 year anniversary celebration considering the setting we chose was for a purpose… employees were extremely kind just not helpful on fixing the room issue
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful views. Clean spacious rooms comfortable beds. Loved it. Will return
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael, Saint Johns

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice low frills hotel on the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Willard

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Joylicia

Traveled with family and small children
I love the fact that we can look out over the balcony at the beach and pool. The pool is well lit and looks nice at night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

sandy

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Business traveler
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Deborah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Go somewhere else our door wouldn’t lock and had a rodent outside our door
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

JUANA

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Great location. Poor city planning

Hotel room was right in front of the ocean. Roomy. Not in the best state but we didn’t go there to live in the room. I liked it didn’t have a carpet! Pool was small. You could walk right into the ocean from our pool area. I didn’t like there is also “right there” a sewer (?) 4-5 feet wide - emptying it’s contents into the ocean. We found them spaced on the beach. We had to walk like 35 min to see another one.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Collin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Dawn

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Carlos

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hallway light outside of our room was out and it was very dark on the corner where our room was it. The ceiling in the hallway was also broken and missing panels. Inside of the room, there was a moldy smell throughout. The lights in the master bedroom were very dim and hard to see. The lamp in the living room was flickering. The kitchen cabinet door was broken and appeared to be punched through. The back balcony was full of bugs and the office said they were unable to clean them out for us. Also found a bug on one of our beds which ended up being the last straw for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

esad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Dianne

Traveled with partner
The commode leaking ,the bathtub wouldn't drain so there was a double hand full of hair in the drain it drained perfect after we cleaned it ...there was 250.00 held on my debit card ,that had never happened before ,I had too prove too the girls in the office that I paid 600 dollars up front too Expedia and all that was owed was 94 dollars they at first told me they wanted too hold 450.00 but then they knocked it down too 250.00 so check in was a real hassle and not sure I want too stay at sugar sands again this was the 4th or 5th time I had stayed there never had a problem before and never been charged a deposit ..
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jackie

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Clarence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Terrible beds

Room was clean, kitchen stocked better than I expected, staff nice, surprised there is a $50/night damage fee and y’all the beds are old and terribly uncomfortable. Squeaky springs bruised my hips and man my back hurts! Hate it too bc this is pretty nice place other wise.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Tammy

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

My 1st and last stay at that hotel

Staff was nice and informative,smoked detector beep off and on but finally stopped,didn't have a body mirror nor a peep hole on the door...housekeeping went in my room and front desk didn't let me know until after i went and said something,then they stated that housekeeping doesn't speak English and upon booking nowhere did i see that they charge you $150 that goes towards the room if its any damages,i called the hotel before arriving no one said anything about a hold fee that you get back in 5 to 6 business days...Beach view was great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean. Balcony faced the beach. Close to shopping mall and resturants
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Alejandra

Las habitaciones están bien, el exterior necesita renovacion, está muy deteriorado y el parking es muy pequeño e incómodo
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was in a great location. It had a great room along with us being in the beachfront walkout. The kitchen was also good. We had a wonderful time. Will stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

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