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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
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Exterior
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront (Walkout) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included

Room options

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Oven
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Oven
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Oven
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Oven
  • Sleeps 2
  • 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)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Oven
  • 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)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Oven
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Oven
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premier Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront (Split Accommodations) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Oven
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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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)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Oven
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
20723 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL, 32413

What's nearby

  • Carillon Beach - 4 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Rosemary Beach - 8 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Frank Brown Park - 9 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Pier Park - 10 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Alys Beach - 12 min drive - 7.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Thomas Donut & Snack S - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dq Grill & Chill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Back Beach Barbecue - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Salty Sues - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort

Family-friendly hotel near Panama City Beaches
A terrace, a playground, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort. With a white sand beach, surfing, and snorkeling, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Motorized watercraft on site, a vending machine, and ATM/banking services
  • Free newspapers, a 24-hour front desk, and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews say great things about the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 84 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies, kitchens, and refrigerators

Languages

English

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
  • 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

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
  • Smoke-free property

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
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
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:

  • A damage deposit of USD 50 will be collected before check-in.
  • Resort fee: USD 15.82 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • Laundry facilities
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access

We have included all 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

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

Does Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort located?

Nestled on the beach, this Laguna Beach Estates hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Panama City Beaches and Paul Brent Gallery. Carillon Beach and Powell Lake are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 432 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 310 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 75 out of 1002 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Great shape great location great people
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

The staff was amazing the beds rooms everything was great and they would bring you towels while at the pool
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10

The TV service was glichy. Staff was amazing and helpful. Had one night of loud music beside us but overall good experience and would stay here again. Super easy beach access.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Everything was great! Very clean! Beach view was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Love the extra parking areas for when we haul our Jeep
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Good pace
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10

The pool area could use some updates. Having a few tables/chairs/umbrellas would have been much better. The cushions on the lounge chairs needs to be updated as well. All else was great. I was skeptical of booking, but it turned out to be a nice clean and quite stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Awesome place!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

The room was absolutely beautiful and clean, the staff was friendly, and what a great location. The elevator in our building was down but they offered everyone a person to bring their luggage up. Only odd thing is, there's no ice machine, you just have to buy a bag of ice from them.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

We have stayed here a few times and always enjoy the experience
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10

I believe it was extremely overpriced. For what we received the staff was amazing. The property you could tell it was an old property that had been updated but not in a great way.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

The facility needs some TLC, but it is clean & right on the beach
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10

Liked that it was right on the beach. DIDN'T like that I had to stay in a top floor room, instead of the bottom floor walkout room that I booked and paid for. I was told AFTER arriving that it was Expedia's fault for overbooking.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10

I loved the hospitality of Tonya? She was the night person at the front desk. She was very warm and inviting. Even though the weather wasn't the best, I had a very good time. This is a great spot to visit ☺️.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10

You can’t expect much for a cheap hotel but this place was nasty, infested with roaches, the parking was horrible, elevators were so slow you you walk to the top faster? Plus they charged a $45 “resort fee”. Never again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

Elevator was down and was on 5th floor walking the steps sucked but it was worth it will stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Eady acces to bwach
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10

Property has great location but needs to be fixed up.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10

Pro's - located on the beach and the room was clean. Con's - the outside of the building requires major renovations
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

4/10

Rear sliding door was terrible.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

The elevator is broken. That’s a huge inconvenience for unloading and loading. 4 flights of stairs. They notified me via text when I was half way there. No available rooms in thr building with
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10

Although the room was not very clean, the location, view, and amenities made it worth it!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Everyone is kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10

The doors are broken and can not close. I left after a few hours.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025