Downtown Panama City Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A beach at sunset with a pier extending into the water.
A cozy cafe with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and surfboards hanging from the ceiling.
A bronze sculpture of a sea turtle with a prominent eye and textured shell.
A beach with clear turquoise water, white sand, and a rocky shoreline.
A clear turquoise sea with a boat docked on a sandy beach, surrounded by large rocks and palm trees under a partly cloudy sky.

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Our pick of the best Downtown Panama City Hotel Deals

Hotel Indigo Panama City Marina by IHG

Hotel Indigo Panama City Marina by IHG

3.5 out of 5
7 HARRISON AVENUE Panama City FL
The price is AU$229 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
AU$229
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Panama City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (496 reviews)
"Friendly staff and clean room with great views."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Hotel Indigo Panama City Marina by IHG
Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort

Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort

2 out of 5
17255 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach FL
The price is AU$109 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$109
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Panama City Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,801 reviews)
"The pool was fine, view was great"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort
Boardwalk Beach Hotel

Boardwalk Beach Hotel

2.5 out of 5
9600 S Thomas Dr Panama City Beach FL
The price is AU$119 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$119
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Panama City Beach. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
6.8/10 (2,512 reviews)
"Great location, great staff. Loved the beach vibe and beach bar. Think the elevator doors couldn't use cleaning and steps need painted. The room was nice except the bathroom. Needs alot of refining and painting. Needs some work but great place otherwise"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Boardwalk Beach Hotel
Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort

Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort

2.5 out of 5
12525 Front Beach Rd Panama City Beach FL
The price is AU$121 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$121
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Panama City Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (2,019 reviews)
"The location is great, right on the beach. The room was dirty, the bathtub was clogged, there was hair on the bed."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort
Radisson Beachfront Hotel - Panama City Beach

Radisson Beachfront Hotel - Panama City Beach

3 out of 5
15325 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach FL
The price is AU$144 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$144
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Panama City Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Radisson Beachfront Hotel - Panama City Beach
Hampton Inn & Suites Panama City Beach-Beachfront

Hampton Inn & Suites Panama City Beach-Beachfront

2.5 out of 5
15505 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach FL
The price is AU$209 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$209
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Panama City Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,744 reviews)
"Perfect for what we needed! Small issues like gym equipment not working, ran out of beach towels frequently, and pool area felt a little dirty/dated. But location, beach access, breakfast, staff were all amazing"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Panama City Beach-Beachfront
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Panama City

Find the best Downtown Panama City areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Bay VIew Addition

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bay VIew Addition and surrounding area, you can visit Port Panama City and Naval Support Activity Panama City.

Bunkers Cove

Though Bunkers Cove may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cove Park and Marina Civic Center.

St Andrews

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in St Andrews and surrounding area, you can visit Port Panama City and Nicklaus Course at Bay Point Resort.

Gulf Coast Development

When in Gulf Coast Development, you can plan a visit to Panama City Marina and Marina Civic Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Highland City

While Highland City isn't home to many top sights, Panama City Marina and Marina Civic Center are some notable places to visit nearby.



Downtown Panama City Travel Guide

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