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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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Guests can rent jet skis and other beach equipment from the on-site rental booth.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a central island, oven, and microwave.
Relax by the ocean with a pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.
Enjoy the ocean view from this balcony with a wooden deck and Adirondack chairs.
Two single beds with dark headboards, a kitchenette, and ocean views.

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
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Enjoy a beach view from the comfort of this room, featuring a bed, desk, chair, and television.

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

Highlights

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

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

Two single beds with dark headboards, a kitchenette, and ocean views.

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Relax in this serene room with a large bed, ocean views, and a balcony leading to the beach.

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront

7.6 out of 10
Good
(32 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Premier Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront (Split Accommodations)

Two single beds with white linens and blue bases, a wooden headboard, and a shelf with a clock and table.

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
  • 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)

Enjoy a comfortable stay in this well-appointed room featuring a kitchenette with a stove, oven, and refrigerator, two beds, and a seating area with a chair.

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Carillon Beach - 4 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Rosemary Beach - 8 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Frank Brown Park - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Pier Park - 10 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Alys Beach - 12 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 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, snorkelling and surfing, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Free newspapers, barbecues and ATM/banking services
  • Motorised watercraft on-site, coffee/tea in reception and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 84 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies, kitchens and fridges

Languages

English

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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 transport

  • 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 motorised watercraft
  • Playground
  • Snorkelling
  • 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 lift

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
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

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
Cots (infant beds) are not available

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 14.98 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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?

Checkout 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 miles (5 km).

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Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 424 out of 1018 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 312 out of 1018 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 137 out of 1018 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1018 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 83 out of 1018 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great, staff amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. The location on the beach was ideal. The room was quiet, clean and comfortable. Staff were hospitable. I wish we could have stayed for more than one night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great cleaning staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHARLES

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, beautiful beach!!! Very friendly and professional staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness
Old building but clean property and room. Staff was friendly. We loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great little getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Skylynn

Liked: Staff & service
Stay was ok overall. The view of the beach from the balcony is beautiful. The property could be cleaner, and parking is limited.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great shape great location great people
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outside grill unique
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness
Access to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Earl L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean , friendly people
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. The hotel had been renovated and was clean. We were ocean front. The staff was very accommodating with anything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walk out to the beach from the first floor "balcony" or back door.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dale

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Property is aging and it shows. I left a list of maintainamce items. But it was beach front and bed was comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Honey

It was okay for the price. The private beach was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

leanana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was absolutely kind and helpful. We noticed some damage around the building and saw they were doing work from recent storms but our room was beautiful . This was such a great place to relax and enjoy the beach. Will definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Good

Cameron

Liked: Staff & service
We enjoyed the view from our room. The staff was friendly. This place was in my budget so I can’t complain much. I got what I paid for.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Ann

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On the beach with awesome view of the beach. Pool also available. There was no hot water, stained ceiling tiles in bathroom and 1st sleeping area. Hair still in the shower when we arrived. AC outside unit dented with exposed metal ends.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Clifford

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They need to completely renovate the whole hotel and all amenities. Then hire people that knows how to smile, be courteous, and being helpful. It’s dirty and NO BREAKFAST!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Angela

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was updated aesthetically but not functionally. The bath appeared clean but falling apart. Absolutely NO water pressure - can’t rinse think long hairThe sprinkler head was covered with plastic Sliding door handle loose on outside. Staff very friendly. Okay for the one night but disappointing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was spacious and had everything we needed. View from the balcony was beautiful. Beach access was easy and not crowded. We did not use the pool but it appeared clean and nice. Rooms are only cleaned every 3 days, so quite a bit of sand can accumulate. The room isnt luxurious but for the price and area, we were very satisfied. Staff was super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Martha

Only I want to add need more kitchen utensils
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arlivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great! Very clean! Beach view was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025