Downtown Panama City Travel Guide

Panama City

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.

Stay near popular Downtown Panama City attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Downtown Panama City

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 Rp2.897.195 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp2.897.195
Rp3.277.307 total
3 Aug - 4 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! (463 reviews)
"Beautiful view and some of the nicest customers"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 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 Rp1.608.933 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp1.608.933
Rp2.141.225 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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! (2,643 reviews)
"Property is not same since new Management has taken over. Been coming for years and definitely can see the difference."

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Palmetto 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 Rp2.718.145 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
Rp2.718.145
Rp3.461.158 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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 ...
7/10 Good! (2,845 reviews)
"Clear view of the beach. Room was very clean.Towels refreshed daily."

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Radisson Beachfront Hotel - Panama City Beach
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 Rp1.924.314 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
Rp1.924.314
Rp2.446.349 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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! (1,890 reviews)
"Very relaxing and great location with a gorgeous view"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Chateau 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 Rp2.119.756 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp2.119.756
Rp2.518.985 total
3 Aug - 4 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 (2,407 reviews)
"It is nothing like what is shown in the photos; it is actually very bad. The hotel management doesn't even provide water, and the staff doesn't listen to anything. It is a very dirty hotel."

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Boardwalk Beach Hotel
Sandpiper Beacon Beach Resort

Sandpiper Beacon Beach Resort

3 out of 5
17403 Front Beach Rd Panama City Beach FL
The price is Rp3.514.423 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
Rp3.514.423
Rp4.542.379 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Panama City Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Pier Park and Panama City Beaches are ...
7.8/10 Good! (615 reviews)
"Was not worth the price."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Sandpiper Beacon Beach Resort
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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 Gray Park.

Bunkers Cove

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

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 Eleventh Street Shopping Center.

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 Junior Museum of Bay County are some notable places to visit nearby.



Downtown Panama City Travel Guide