Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort

Property class: 2.5
Beachfront hotel near Panama City Beaches

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A beach with a clear view of the ocean, a sandy shore, and a yellow railing.
A pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
A balcony with a view of a beach and a pier.
A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, a swimming pool, and a sandy beach area.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a kitchenette, and a view of the ocean.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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12525 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL, 32407
  • Place, Panama City Beaches
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Edgewater Gulf Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, M.B. Miller County Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

Beachfront Classic Room - Queen Bed - ADA

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room - Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Beachfront Classic Room - King Bed + Bunk Bed - Split Accommodations

  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Beachfront Classic Room - Queen/Queen - Split Accommodations

  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Gulfview Deluxe Suite - King Bed with Kitchen

  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Gulfview Deluxe Suite - Queen/Queen with Kitchen

  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Gulfview Deluxe Suite - Queen/Queen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Suite - Two-Bedroom with Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Beachfront Penthouse - Queen/Queen with Kitchen

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(27 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Beach View, Beachside

  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Beachside

  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Panama City Beach

On the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find M.B. Miller County Pier and Goofy Golf. Also, Edgewater Gulf Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and Panama City Beaches is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Panama City Beaches - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Edgewater Gulf Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • M.B. Miller County Pier - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Shipwreck Island Waterpark - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Golf Course at Edgewater - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ocean's Bar & Grill (Edgewater Beach Resort) - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Another Broken Egg Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Harpoon Harry's - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort

Beachfront hotel near Panama City Beaches
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort. Free self parking is available.

This Panama City Beach hotel is smoke free.

  • 152 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Cabanas on the beach (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort offers 152 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Panama City Beach hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite premium channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

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
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 5 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 14.98 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • In-room coffee
  • Pool access

We've listed 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 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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 5 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Chateau Motel Panama City Beach
Chateau Panama City Beach
Chateau Hotel Panama City Beach
Chateau By The Sea
Chateau Beachfront Resort BW Signature Collection
Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort Hotel
Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort Panama City Beach

Frequently asked questions

How close is Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort to the airport?

Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort is 16.3 mi (22-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort?

As of Oct 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort on Nov 1, 2026 start from CA $66, 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.

Does Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort.

How close is Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort offer free breakfast?

Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort have a pool?

Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort features an outdoor pool.

Does Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort to downtown Panama City Beach?

Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort is 2.1 mi away from Panama City Beach.

Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 782 out of 2303 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 489 out of 2303 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 402 out of 2303 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 246 out of 2303 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 384 out of 2303 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall Good Place to Stay. Could Definitely Use Some Upgrades.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and pool area was nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing and great location with a gorgeous view
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms , nice pool , right on the beach , Beach view . Love this place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a good place to stay and very fun
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We didn’t have hot water for the first two days.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was nice and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great, we enjoyed our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely view and room
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect little place! Awesome pool with Tiki Bar close by with great drinks and food!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room had a nice view of the ocean and also was steps from the beach. Plenty restaurants next to the property.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Its was a awesome stay thanks
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location and for the money it was not bad.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stay was good great view! But the bathroom was small and very grimey!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Beach view was pretty good!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Great price for the money and view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Location, location, location made this property worth it. Nice pool and on the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Amenities
The view and access to the beach was nice.Great pool area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful beach view. Will be back. Perfect room to beach access
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel old and funky
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
The facility definitely needs some major upgrades. Overall it was a decent stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was vert small and they had no balcony. The noise was awful we could hear everything from the room next door. .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
overall very simple and clean and easy to walk to the beach access gate
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Overall it was a good place.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026