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Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort

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A beach view from a balcony with a pool, lounge chairs, and a lifeguard tower.
A pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a children's play structure.
A kitchen with a TV, bar stools, and a door leading to a balcony with a view of the beach.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with a view of the beach, and a ceiling light.
A balcony with a view of the beach and ocean.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is $94
$85 nightly
$94 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24

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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, Pier Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with chairs, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a painting, a window with a view of the sea, and a balcony.

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with chairs, a TV, a window with a view of the beach, and a bedside table with a lamp.

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a painting, a nightstand, a window with a view, and a mounted television.

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

  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds, 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a TV, a balcony with a view, and a window.

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

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

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with a view of the beach, and a ceiling light.

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

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a painting, and a balcony with a view.

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

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

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a clock, and a window with curtains.

Premier Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront (Walkout)

  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds, 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront (Top Floor)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with chairs, a TV, and a view of the sea.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront (Split Accommodations - Top)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a TV, a balcony with a view, and a window.

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

  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a painting, a nightstand, a window with a view, and a mounted television.

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

  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds, 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Panama City Beach

With a stay at Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort in Panama City Beach (Laguna Beach Estates), you'll be a 1-minute drive from Panama City Beaches and 5 minutes from Carillon Beach. .This beach hotel is 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Frank Brown Park and 5.1 mi (8.3 km) from Rosemary Beach.

What's nearby

  • Panama City Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Paul Brent Gallery - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Rosemary Beach - 6 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Pier Park - 7 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Alys Beach - 10 min drive - 7.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Thomas Donut & Snack Shop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Salty Bottle & Brew - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coconuts - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort

Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort offers 70 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers. 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: 50+ Mbps). Televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 70 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with refrigerators and ovens. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include microwaves and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, charcoal grills, and a vending machine.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities, and ATM/banking services. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • 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.
  • 1"on-site accessible parking spaces 1", on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (60 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
5 children, up to the age of 18 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

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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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
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

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM
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

Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 412 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 274 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 154 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 103 out of 1008 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Neal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach view was great
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and great staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience wonderful weather and the staff is exceptional
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good price for beach front motel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location! Easy parking!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gwendolen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed this property.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great beach. Great room
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great affordable hotel for families looking for a beach front getaway
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and price
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and updated, the outside of the hotel is not bad just needs a little updating. Beach access was very nice and beach was not overly crowded like it is when you stay in the east end of front beach road.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were great let us check in when got there we were early!! If we asked for anything they got it right away!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Berenice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed every day I was there definitely visiting and staying with them again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ronnie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The view was nice the staff was friendly,there was what appears to be mold in the bathroom and spider webs on the wall but over all was ok.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach view
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Joana

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Cute hotel and beautiful location. Unfortunately our last night we started seeing bugs and roaches, had to leave early.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and near beach side
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Staff was nice full kitchen and the view was beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bobby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Father-in-law passed on Christmas day so wife & I just wanted to get her mom away for a few days. Everything & everyone there made a relaxing stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Average nothing too fancy
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shantae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed ourself. Love the beach view and we will be returning soon
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was Very Nice and Helpful. Rooms were very clean and well maintained. Only issue is that Parking is TIGHT. anything bigger than a Tahoe then you have to park across the street. Other than that Great experience
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property. Nice staff. Definitely will return!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, but simple. Great location on the beach and not crowded. Staff was extremely pleasant and nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026