Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort

Hotels
Independent
8 (1430 reviews)
17255 Front Beach Road, Panama City Beach, Florida, 32413 , Panama City Beach , US

Facilities

Meeting rooms
Accessible bus station shuttle
Fitness facilities
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Designated smoking area
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Fitness facilities
Gift shops or newsstand
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great view
Friendly staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room maintenance required

Categories

Cleanliness
6.58
Several reviews mentioned cleanliness issues, including dirty rooms and musty smells.
Service
8.55
Many reviews praised the staff for their friendliness and helpfulness.
Location
9.09
Guests appreciated the hotel’s proximity to the beach and other attractions.
Room Quality
7.04
Mixed feelings about room quality; some were old and required maintenance.
Amenities
8.07
Positive mentions of amenities like the pool and kitchenette, but some maintenance requests.
Value for Money
8.03
Comments indicated good value in relation to pricing, though with concerns about quality.
Food and Beverage
8.08
No specific feedback was provided; considered standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.55
Many guests rated their experience positively despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-17 18:24

Property Description

Discover the ultimate beach getaway at Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort, where comfort meets convenience.

Relax in Style Experience bliss with our two indoor swimming pools, perfect for any weather, or stay fit in our well-equipped fitness center. After a long day, unwind in the tranquil ambiance of our air-conditioned rooms, featuring flat-screen TVs and microwaves.

Convenience at Your Fingertips With complimentary wireless internet access, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk, we ensure every aspect of your stay is seamless and enjoyable. Need transportation? Our complimentary bus station shuttle makes exploring the area a breeze.

Prime Location Just moments away from Panama City Beaches and a myriad of attractions, including the Museum of Man in the Sea and Russell-Fields Pier, adventure is right outside your door.

Book your stay at Palmetto Beachfront Hotel today for an unforgettable experience by the ocean!

Important information:

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: ECP

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Transportation

    Car recommended

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 1430 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.58
Service: 8.55
Location: 9.09
Room Quality: 7.04
Amenities: 8.07
Value for Money: 8.03
Food and Beverage: 8.08
Overall Experience: 8.55
B
Brandon extended_group us
6
We had a great time!
Pros:

Staff was great

Cons:

I was happy with it

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Glendalys solo_traveller us
9
2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Rodolfo couple ar
4
Podes usar la piscina, el parking free pero pocos lugares, trabajan sin desayuno y no tiene un barcito como para desayun
Pros:

Las fotos

Cons:

Reserve un hotel frente al mar y te mandan a un anexo cruzando la avenida que es un motel viejo. Que al reserva lo indican como sector norte sin vista. Pero no informan de que es otro edificio

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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pearl solo_traveller us
8
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Parking2

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Patrick solo_traveller us
4
Cons:

Advertisement highlights the new hotel on the beach. Not the 1960's one across the street. Old, run down.

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Hermann extended_group us
9
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Richard couple us
8
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Whitney solo_traveller us
5
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Peggy solo_traveller us
9
Pros:

I stayed at the older hotel across the street. It was clean and comfortable. Nothing fancy. Next time I would like to stay at the tall hotel the one that is on the beach.

Cons:

It was OK. Nothing I’d write home about. But it was clean and comfortable. I thought I would be staying in the taller hotel the one right on the beach. I didn’t realize I would be across the street at the older hotel so that was kind of disappointing.

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
M
Marijana family_with_children si
7
Cons:

Dated hotel, we did not get new towels during the stay. I understand the hotel was fully booked but at least that I expected.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Wipperman solo_traveller us
1
Pros:

Had promise

Cons:

Smelled like weed and made my daughter sick. Couldn't stay even a couple of hours won't see my money back pictures were very misleading was definitely not what I thought I was booking.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Brandon extended_group us
1
2026-06-29 via Nuitee
J
Janice couple us
10
Pros:

That it was beach front and the pool was open late

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
B
Bales family_with_children us
6
2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Kathy solo_traveller us
2
Nasty, low class hotel
Pros:

The bed and pillows- comfortable.

Cons:

Urine smell and urine on floor, mold on bathroom walls and chairs at pool, aluminum foil on oven burners, no shampoo, conditioner, soap or hair dryer in room, holes in the dresser, plastic Walmart chairs on patio and rust on the door of our balcony. Way too expensive to have all of this and parking is across the street. Never again.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Jamie family_with_children us
4
Blah!
Pros:

The beach

Cons:

Definitely not a resort. Do not let the name fool you. Room was not the best, tv is tiny, beds were decent, bathroom is tiny and the lighting was awful. No outlets to charge phones except for 1. Wasn’t given the wifi password. Only 1 washer and it didn’t even really wash the clothes, barely wet when I took them out and we were there for a softball tournament and my daughter needed her softball stuff washed. Staff wasn’t very friendly and we wanted ice cream, the lady said she’d come help us and she never came over.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
M
Millwood family_with_children us
8
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
M
Millwood family_with_children us
8
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Sarah family_with_children us
8
Great place to stay with a beautiful ocean environment!
Pros:

Easy beach access, pool never closes and you can bring drinks/food to the pool area.

Cons:

Only one working elevator during the busiest time of year.

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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sias solo_traveller us
10
2026-06-27 via Nuitee