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Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort

Property class: 2.5

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

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
$55 nightly
The current price is $62 total
Total with taxes and fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30

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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

View all photos for Beachfront Classic Room - Queen Bed - ADA

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, and a desk.

Beachfront Classic Room - Queen Bed - ADA

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

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a nightstand, a framed picture on the wall, and a door.

Classic Room - Queen Bed

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

View all photos for Beachfront Classic Room - King Bed + Bunk Bed - Split Accommodations

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of buildings.

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

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

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A hotel room with a bed, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Beachfront Classic Room - Queen/Queen - Split Accommodations

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

View all photos for Gulfview Deluxe Suite - King Bed with Kitchen

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted heater.

Gulfview Deluxe Suite - King Bed with Kitchen

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

View all photos for Gulfview Deluxe Suite - Queen/Queen with Kitchen

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, a flat-screen TV, and a mirror.

Gulfview Deluxe Suite - Queen/Queen with Kitchen

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

View all photos for Gulfview Deluxe Suite - Queen/Queen

A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboard, nightstands, and a window with curtains.

Gulfview Deluxe Suite - Queen/Queen

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

View all photos for Deluxe Suite - Two-Bedroom with Kitchen

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a mirror.

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a mirror, and a sign indicating it's a beach resort.

Beachfront Penthouse - Queen/Queen with Kitchen

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden desk, a blue armchair, and a desk lamp.

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

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a nightstand, a framed picture on the wall, and a door.

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

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

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Beach View, Beachside

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a kitchenette, and a view of the ocean.

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Beach View, Beachside

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

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Beachside

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Beachside

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

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Ocean View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a picture on the wall.

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Ocean View

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

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a nightstand, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

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

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

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

A hotel room with a bed, a teal sofa, a wooden table, and a brick-patterned wall.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Panama City Beach

When you stay at Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort in Panama City Beach, you'll be on the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Panama City Beaches and Shipwreck Island Waterpark. .This beach hotel is 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Pier Park and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Thomas Drive.

What's nearby

  • Panama City Beaches - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Edgewater Gulf Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • M.B. Miller County Pier - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Shipwreck Island Waterpark - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Golf Course at Edgewater - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

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

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.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Make yourself at home in one of the 152 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Tiki Bar - Onsite bar. Open daily.

Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Tiki Bar

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

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

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

  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite premium channels

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
5 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 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 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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

Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 810 out of 2351 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 497 out of 2351 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 407 out of 2351 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 247 out of 2351 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 390 out of 2351 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was a solid trip would go again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Decent place to watch the water from the hotel and steps from the beach. A decent place to stay overnight.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was a great place to stay it’s an old building so you can expect to see things here and there but great location perfect spot and cheap! Staff were so sweet will go back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Beachfront was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is dated but it was nice and affordable. The staff were friendly and very helpful! I view was beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean enough, the staff was friendly, the pool was nice, and the access to the beach was phenomenal. Each room has a balcony/walkout with views of the beach. For the price, we will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

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
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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
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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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
As the oldest hotel on PCB, the Chateau's mid-century modern look holds up and is well maintained. The pool deck is perfect with ample seating and umbrellas. Access to beach is exceptional and the Tiki Bar was a great & fun bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 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

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: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Beach view was pretty good!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Very nostalgic property. Nice pool, very accessible to the beach. Great Tiki Bar. Michelle is a very attentive and hospitable bartender. Made our visit well worth it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Great pool. Easy access to beach. Room close to the restaurant is loud at night during their after hours dj
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

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

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
the location and views from room were great. Rooms, especially bath areas need work, from chipping paint clogged sinks and cleaning was minimal. Tiki bar/ resturant open minimal but food and staff were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026