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Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort

2.0 star property
Beachfront hotel near Panama City Beaches

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Exterior
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront (Walkout) | Terrace/patio
Children's play area - outdoor
Premier Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront (Split Accommodations) | Private kitchen
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront (Walkout, Split Accommodations)

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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20723 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL, 32413
  • Place, Panama City Beaches
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Paul Brent Gallery
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Powell Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 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)

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(38 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront

7.6 out of 10
Good
(34 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Panama City Beach

On the beach.Within a 15-minute walk of this Laguna Beach Estates hotel, you'll find Panama City Beaches and Paul Brent Gallery. Powell Lake and Panama City Beach Sailing are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Panama City Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Paul Brent Gallery - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Powell Lake - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Pier Park - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Alys Beach - 17 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Thomas Donut & Snack Shop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen Grill & Chill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Coconuts Seafood, Pizzas And More - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bayou Bill's Crab House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mike's Cafe & Oyster Bar - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort

Beachfront hotel near Panama City Beaches
As a guest of Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills. WiFi is free in public spaces. The family-friendly Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort also features a vending machine, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available.

This Panama City Beach hotel is smoke free.

  • 84 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort offers 84 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Televisions come with cable channels. Hair dryers, 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 kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • 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'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, 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in 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

Reviews

Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 406 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 298 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 147 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 91 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful views. Clean spacious rooms comfortable beds. Loved it. Will return
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Kimberly

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
My husband, our two children, and I stayed from August 15–18. Unfortunately, the hotel did not match the photos shown on Expedia. The bathroom was very disappointing — the floor felt weak, the water temperature was so hot that I couldn’t safely bathe my children, and the water pressure was almost nonexistent. The parking was horrible kinda unsafe. Overall, it was a frustrating experience. On the positive side, the location was in a quiet area of the beach, and the front desk staff was very kind. We decided to make the best of it since switching rooms wasn’t really an option. However, we likely won’t be returning in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Decent place to stay but overpriced for amenities offered.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Leslie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The outside of the building is showing wear. The bathroom needs works by the bottom plastic molding was peeling. I saw mold in there too. Woke up next to large roach dying on the floor
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jose

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No hot water during the week. We were promised a refund of fifty percent and in the end we did not. Worst experience and customer service
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tailor

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience!! Clean! Awesome staff!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is right on the beach. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful. Rates are excellent. Would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Patti

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very run down. Upgraded to a better room that was supposed to have a sliding door on the balcony, ended up with a solid door and a window . Not the same. I wish I wouldn't have paid for a upgrade . The beach was great but I wouldn't stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ranae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve been here numerous times and have had good experiences and bad. I’m so pleased that it’s getting the attention it deserves, everything was lovely on this visit!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xiaoming

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On the beach, clean and spacious hotel! Parking is a bit crowded, the lobby is tiny, but the staff is very friendly and efficient
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer, Decatur

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
It is on the Ocean but the customer service was horrible and the lady lied about the room being trashed upon giving my cash deposit back I took a video of the room with no trash on the floor all dishes was cleaned no food left in fridge!! The room itself was decent it’s not a 5 star it gets the job done but be careful the back door doesn’t lock and shut all the way not safe! The maintenance man was awesome he was the best experience and nicest person ever!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Christian

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

CLEAN & Easy

This is a no frills hotel BUT it’s clean and easy! It has the best beach access with walk throughs on the first floor that go right out to the pool and then directly to the beach. That + Clean … just right! There is only ONE improvement this hotel really needs to consider…an in-room washer and dryer. Take out the closet and replace with the washer with the dryer on top. PERFECTION!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Elsy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Very little parking, no hot water in the shower
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Orlando

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jacqueline

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jesse

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty filthy disgusting. Grease all over stove. Nothing was wiped down hair all over in bathroom. Same EVERYWHERE.... there was toothpaste caked to the bathroom faucet... no toilet paper in the bathroom... we won't be staying here again.. and we list our stay in every travel forum i can find....
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

No working toilet in room

My 2 sisters and I arrived on Monday. The 3 of us are seniors. One is on O2. The toilet was clogged. Maintenance plunged toilet. Tuesday toilet was clogged and no water in toilet tank. Informed office twice. Maintenance repaired. Wednesday at 11:47pm I was trying to get someone to unclog toilet as we were going downstairs to bathroom at pool. No one ever came. I was back in office before 8:00 am on Thursday (we are still using bathroom downstairs at pool although we rented a room on 5th floor. Received no apologies just “we will send maintenance “.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

6/10 Okay

Angela, Rome

Travelled with partner
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

4/10 Poor

jaron

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025