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Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort

2.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool

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On the beach, white sand, snorkeling, surfing
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront (Walkout, Split Accommodations) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront (Walkout) | Terrace/patio
Children's play area - outdoor
Premier Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, Beachfront (Split Accommodations) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included

Room options

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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
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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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
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 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) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 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) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Carillon Beach - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Pier Park - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Frank Brown Park - 10 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Rosemary Beach - 12 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Alys Beach - 17 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Thomas Donut & Snack Shop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coconuts Seafood, Pizzas And More - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen Grill & Chill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mike's Cafe & Oyster Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bayou Bill's Crab House - ‬4 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, snorkeling, and surfing, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A vending machine, barbecue grills, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, motorized watercraft on site, and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 84 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies, kitchens, and refrigerators

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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 transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Playground
  • Snorkeling
  • 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 elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

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
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • 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

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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, 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
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?

Check-out 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 mi (5 km).

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Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel, a By The Sea Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 410 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 298 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 146 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 91 out of 1007 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

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

8/10 Good

David

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

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
For the price, it cannot be beat. Rooms were clean ocean view kitchenette for unbelievable price.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very quite and not crowded beach but didn’t like that you only brought towels and TP after the third day and I had to ask.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the beach, which was amazing! Great value. Spoke with couples who have came here for years. Great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ranae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve been here numerous times and have had good experiences and bad. I’m so pleased that it’s getting the attention it deserves, everything was lovely on this visit!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHARLES

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, beautiful beach!!! Very friendly and professional staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great cleaning staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great shape great location great people
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trent

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

Compliments

We came down for my birthday with my family had a great time staff was friendly room was nice thanks for the stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Deborah

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Go somewhere else our door wouldn’t lock and had a rodent outside our door
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Earl L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean , friendly people
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good for a long weekend stay.

We had a nice time. The location was great. Staff is great.The parking is not so good. VERY tight. For a long weekend I might would stay again. But if staying more than 3 days I would stay in something roomier and more comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outside grill unique
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here a few times and always enjoy the experience
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Mixed bag

It was fun and relaxing. The resort needs some updating. It was in pretty bad shape overall
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Sherry

Liked: Amenities
Major confusion at check in! Toilet wouldn’t flush and tub would fill up when showering
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Great stay

This was our first time to stay here. It was perfect, 8 min away from Pier Park. Far enough to not be part of the crowd, close enough to enjoy the shopping. The hotel was great. The beds were comfortable, the view was excellent, staff was helpful and friendly. The only downfall I'd say was not enough towels [3] or toilet paper[1]. We loved the fact that our room was ground level. Walk in front door and out the back door to the pool and ocean. The beach was very clean. Hotel was quiet at 11pm, when pool closed. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

A good value

Wonderful location, friendly staff, very clean rooms, exterior suffers from deferred maintenance. You can’t beat this place for the money.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025