Calypso Resort and Towers is an enormous double high-rise resort that stretches up from the beach in Panama City. The resort is one of the nicer properties in the area with private beach access, two pools, and a convenient location just one block away from the shopping, dining, and attractions of Pier Park. Each of the 600 rooms are equipped with expected condo amenities such full kitchens with dishwasher, and washer/dryers. The inside of the resort is a bit dated, but the location and beach access cannot be beat. Guests should be aware that decor varies widely between condos, and some visitors report that while oceanfront balconies are appealing, views vary depending on the tower floor.
Calypso Resort and Towers is an enormous double high-rise resort that stretches up from the beach in Panama City. The resort is one of the nicer properties in the area with private beach access, two pools, and a convenient location just one block away from the shopping, dining, and attractions of Pier Park. Each of the 600 rooms are equipped with expected condo amenities such full kitchens with dishwasher, and washer/dryers. The inside of the resort is a bit dated, but the location and beach access cannot be beat. Guests should be aware that decor varies widely between condos, and some visitors report that while oceanfront balconies are appealing, views vary depending on the tower floor.
The Summit Condominiums is a 137-room condo complex located on the beach in Panama City. The units can be rented out by companies and private owners, and unlike a standard hotel, this can make for some inconsistencies. Guests complain about outdated rooms in need of repair, unattractive linens, and cleaning standards that can vary from room to room, along with the decor. Most guests seem to agree, though, that the location and outdoor amenities (sandy beach, several pools, beachfront bar) are great.
The Summit Condominiums is a 137-room condo complex located on the beach in Panama City. The units can be rented out by companies and private owners, and unlike a standard hotel, this can make for some inconsistencies. Guests complain about outdated rooms in need of repair, unattractive linens, and cleaning standards that can vary from room to room, along with the decor. Most guests seem to agree, though, that the location and outdoor amenities (sandy beach, several pools, beachfront bar) are great.
It’s all about the flat, sandy beach at Grand Panama Beach Resort, an upper-middle-range property on Panama City Beach’s popular strip. The property has 150 condo units with full kitchens, and some have gulf views, but as is often the case with individually owned condo properties, there's variation among the units, and some of the furnishings, including tube-style TVs and worn couches, are dated. Facilities include two outdoor pools and an outdoor bar. The property has two towers, and guests recommend requesting rooms in the beachfront tower. The location may be a bit too near the partying spring breakers for some, so travelers looking for a quieter locale should check out Splash Resort Condominiums, an upper-middle-range property on the West end of the strip with such family-fun features as a lazy river and mini bowling alley. k
It’s all about the flat, sandy beach at Grand Panama Beach Resort, an upper-middle-range property on Panama City Beach’s popular strip. The property has 150 condo units with full kitchens, and some have gulf views, but as is often the case with individually owned condo properties, there's variation among the units, and some of the furnishings, including tube-style TVs and worn couches, are dated. Facilities include two outdoor pools and an outdoor bar. The property has two towers, and guests recommend requesting rooms in the beachfront tower. The location may be a bit too near the partying spring breakers for some, so travelers looking for a quieter locale should check out Splash Resort Condominiums, an upper-middle-range property on the West end of the strip with such family-fun features as a lazy river and mini bowling alley. k
The 30-story, mid-range Tidewater Beach Resort has 570 condos, all with free Wi-Fi, full kitchens, DVD players, and furnished balconies. The property provides fantastic views over the Gulf of Mexico along with direct access to a private stretch of beach. Condos are individually owned and rented out, so decor varies significantly from unit to unit, and though most rooms are bright and cheerful some can be a bit worn and outdated. There’s an array of facilities on-site, including indoor and outdoor pools, a spa, a fitness center, and a beach restaurant for family meals. It’s worth noting, however, that many guests find the property overcrowded during peak times, with long waits for elevators and a jam-packed beach, and there are fees for things like housekeeping. Guests looking for a more standard hotel may want to try Holiday Inn Resort Panama Beach, which offers daily housekeeping and has a dedicated kids water area.
The 30-story, mid-range Tidewater Beach Resort has 570 condos, all with free Wi-Fi, full kitchens, DVD players, and furnished balconies. The property provides fantastic views over the Gulf of Mexico along with direct access to a private stretch of beach. Condos are individually owned and rented out, so decor varies significantly from unit to unit, and though most rooms are bright and cheerful some can be a bit worn and outdated. There’s an array of facilities on-site, including indoor and outdoor pools, a spa, a fitness center, and a beach restaurant for family meals. It’s worth noting, however, that many guests find the property overcrowded during peak times, with long waits for elevators and a jam-packed beach, and there are fees for things like housekeeping. Guests looking for a more standard hotel may want to try Holiday Inn Resort Panama Beach, which offers daily housekeeping and has a dedicated kids water area.
The Watercrest is an older building located in an older part of Panama City Beach. Condos are spacious and comfortable with conveniences like kitchens and washer/dryers, but decor varies and some units still have old tube TVs. The highlight of each unit is a private balcony overlooking the Gulf, reached through big sliding glass doors. While there is no on-site restaurant or bar, perks here include the oceanfront free-form pool, pristine beach, tennis, shuffle board courts, and free Wi-Fi. There are two fitness centers -- one for men and one for women -- and each offers a sauna. But some guests complain about strict rules (like no drinks allowed on the pool deck) and hidden fees.
The Watercrest is an older building located in an older part of Panama City Beach. Condos are spacious and comfortable with conveniences like kitchens and washer/dryers, but decor varies and some units still have old tube TVs. The highlight of each unit is a private balcony overlooking the Gulf, reached through big sliding glass doors. While there is no on-site restaurant or bar, perks here include the oceanfront free-form pool, pristine beach, tennis, shuffle board courts, and free Wi-Fi. There are two fitness centers -- one for men and one for women -- and each offers a sauna. But some guests complain about strict rules (like no drinks allowed on the pool deck) and hidden fees.
Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Panama City Beach is a value option off Highway 98, within a five-minute drive of the beach. Its 80 rooms are clean and spacious and come with kitchenettes and free Wi-Fi, and the hotel is far enough away from the spring break hotspots that it stays relatively quiet. The chain hotel offers a free breakfast including hot items, but the other amenities, including the small outdoor pool and fitness center with limited equipment, aren’t anything to write home about. For similar rates, the beachfront at Palmetto Inn & Suites has more dated decor but better amenities, including two heated pools and a seasonal tiki bar.
Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Panama City Beach is a value option off Highway 98, within a five-minute drive of the beach. Its 80 rooms are clean and spacious and come with kitchenettes and free Wi-Fi, and the hotel is far enough away from the spring break hotspots that it stays relatively quiet. The chain hotel offers a free breakfast including hot items, but the other amenities, including the small outdoor pool and fitness center with limited equipment, aren’t anything to write home about. For similar rates, the beachfront at Palmetto Inn & Suites has more dated decor but better amenities, including two heated pools and a seasonal tiki bar.