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Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort

2.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open open 24 hours, sun loungers
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Flat-screen TV
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open open 24 hours, sun loungers
Palmetto Beachfront Hotel is perfect for beach days with free towels and umbrellas. Enjoy indoor/outdoor pools, sun lounging, a gift shop, laundry facilities, and a coffee shop. Guests love the helpful staff.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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

Classic Room, Kitchen, Beachfront (King)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, Kitchen, Beachfront (Queen/Queen)

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite, Kitchen, Beachfront (Queen/Queen)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premier Suite, Kitchen, Beachfront (Queen/Queen)

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premier Suite, Kitchen, Beachfront (Queen/Queen)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 78 sq m
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, Kitchen, Beachfront (Queen/Queen)

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, Kitchen, Beachfront (Queen/Queen)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(50 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room 2 Queens Northside (Across Street From Beach - No Beach View)

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Penthouse

Flat-screen TV

Penthouse

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 157 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

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Flat-screen TV

Suite (Penthouse)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Sofa bed
2 bathrooms
  • 157 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
17255 Front Beach Road, Panama City Beach, FL, 32413

What's nearby

  • Panama City Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Pier Park - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Russell-Fields Pier - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Frank Brown Park - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Shipwreck Island Waterpark - 9 min drive - 5.4 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-friendly hotel near Frank Brown Park
Located close to Museum of Man in the Sea and Russell-Fields Pier, Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort provides a playground, laundry facilities, and a gym. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool and an outdoor pool, along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Beach towels, an elevator, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Barbecue grills, 1 meeting room, and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews say great things about the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 122 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Microwaves, coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping

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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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

24-hour pool access
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

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

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

Yes, this property has an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.

Is Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort located?

Located in Panama City Beach, this beachfront hotel is in the entertainment district and within 2 mi (3 km) of Museum of Man in the Sea, Frank Brown Park, and The Grand Theater. Russell-Fields Pier and Pier Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 939 out of 2034 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 465 out of 2034 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 268 out of 2034 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 151 out of 2034 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 211 out of 2034 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and well priced
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breathtaking views, convenience of beachfront property, heated pool, nice hot tub
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the stay , clean and very affordable and roomy
Pool
Hot tub
Sand
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the views and the size of the room. Access to the pool and beach the best experience
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the pool and the easy access to the beach will be back next year
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Kentt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean room, peeling wallpaper, good room for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great and easy check in and check out.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful! The room was very clean and plenty of room! The pool and hot tub were both clean !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved the beach view! The pool was great! The room was clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Joshua Neal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not bad for older hotel Worth the price
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, beautiful view.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time there and it was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

It was great for the price. Staff was very friendly. Beds were decent. We stayed 5 nights and slept decent and so did our children. Really couldn’t beat the price for what we got. The kids loved the pool. We were bummed the tiki bar was closed but I guess it opens in the summer. The beach was great and the water was clear. We chose to stay here to be close to my in laws across the road. It was located in a good place
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beach was beautiful. Pool area clean and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Britney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Could see the beach from our room. It’s an older hotel and some things are run down but overall the rooms were nice. The hotel itself could just use some updates.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
This was a great location, with beachfront, balcony and a large pool. The grounds were beautiful. It is an older building with great potential. With more serious renovation it could easily go from a three star hotel to a five star.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for a well earned reset. The beach was beautiful and the area was quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

ebrown

Liked: Staff & service
The resort was ok
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dinah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family has stayed at the Palmetto Inn for over 25 years. Eventhough they changed hands during those years, the newer people have kept things great with a few upgrades.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Ryan

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Mattresses on the beds are horrible, appliances are very old, needs to be painted, balconies need to be painted, but the view is beautiful and the pool area is great.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My only real complaint was that the elevator kept breaking down. Other than that, the stay was amazing! Clean and spacious room, lovely view of the ocean, and the staff was super helpful!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonothan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was inexpensive, very short walk to the 24hr beach/pool and hot tub. Close to stores for groceries and souvenirs. Great beach, saw a lot of fish and the water was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tabathia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I have grown up staying in this exact hotel. Of course it could use a few upgrades but overall it was a perfect stay. Only down fall was one elevator was not working at all for the 4 nights we were there. The one working elevator broke down several times during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

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