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Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort

2.0 star property
Sunshine and adventure await at this beachside retreat where travelers can lounge by the ocean or rev up excitement with motorized watercraft rentals

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Located in Laguna Beach Estates, Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel offers a pristine beach and outdoor pool. Guests relax on sun loungers with ocean views. The helpful staff assists with motorized watercraft options, and barbecue grills provide extra recreation opportunities.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront

7.6 out of 10
Good
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
20723 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL, 32413

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
  • Rosemary Beach - 12 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort

Family-friendly hotel near Panama City Beaches
A terrace, a playground and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort. With a beachfront location, surfing and snorkelling, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Free newspapers, a 24-hour front desk and smoke-free property
  • Barbecues, motorised watercraft on-site and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 84 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies, kitchens and fridges

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Property amenities

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 transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Personal motorised watercraft
  • Playground
  • Snorkelling
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Family friendly

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

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

  • Barbecue grill
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • 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.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • 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
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
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • 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 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, 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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

Frequently asked questions

Does Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort located?

Nestled on the beach, this Laguna Beach Estates hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Panama City Beaches and Paul Brent Gallery. Carillon Beach and Powell Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort Reviews

7.8

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

4.0

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.6

Eco-friendliness

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 410 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 294 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 146 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 91 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yuleivy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean place I really recommend, the hotel is an old hotel but everything is very clean and you see the beachfront.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debora

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent...room was clean... highly recommend staying at sugar sands hotel in Panama City Beach Florida
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean, the staff was very helpful, fantastic view, excellent grilling area.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness
Every room has a great view of the Gulf, has a full size stove and refrigerator that has flatware and some pots/pans. My room was clean and I'd definitely go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Collin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice low frills hotel on the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Logan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was awesome and the stay was awesome.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Frank

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was filthy dirty, and had a very bad odor. We could not stay in that room. They did not have any more rooms to put us in and transferred us to a sister property and we went there and it took them two hours to complete the transfer.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Basic but clean. Clean is so important to me. Great views!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice beach view
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean enough
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

8/10 Good

Benjamin J.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great other than the elevator being out of service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms was amazin!! Clean and bright
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older motel that is very clean and is currently being remodeled. We were skeptical when we booked but it was well worth it and clean and only will be getting better. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Some of the nicest I have met in PCB (and I have been going for over 40 years). Very pleased with the property and look forward to going back.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

kechia

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

2025 Summer Trip

It was an amazing stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mustafa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We recently stayed at this hotel and overall had a pleasant experience. The room was okay—nothing fancy, a bit old, but perfectly fine for a comfortable stay. It’s definitely a budget-friendly option, which we appreciated. The highlight of our trip was the beautiful sea view, which truly made the stay worthwhile. The only downside was the check-in and check-out times. Check-in at 4:00 PM feels too late, and check-out at 10:00 AM is a bit too early, especially for guests who want to enjoy the beach. Because of this, I would recommend booking at least two nights to make the most of your visit. Overall, it’s a good place for the price, especially if you’re looking for a great view and a relaxing beach experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Sharmila

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room condition was good and clean except it was infested with German roaches. It needs pest control.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The room was adequate with a beautiful view ot the water with easy access. The room itself was dirty, bathroom and refrigerator were also dirty. Staff was - very kind - very efficient - and customer service is excellent! I will have to give the property at 3.5 because of cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Joylicia

I love the fact that we can look out over the balcony at the beach and pool. The pool is well lit and looks nice at night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was in a great location. It had a great room along with us being in the beachfront walkout. The kitchen was also good. We had a wonderful time. Will stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025