HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES PANAMA CITY BEACH - BEACHFRONT BY IHG, Panama City Beach

The hotel is located directly on the beach, providing immediate access to the sand and Gulf of Mexico. An on-site private beach area enhances the convenience. The nearest airport, Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP), is a 30-minute drive away. A variety of dining options are within walking distance, including Harpoon Harry's Beachfront Restaurant, Captain Jack's Family Buffet, Hooters, and Taco Bell, all within 0.5 km. Major attractions such as Shipwreck Island WaterPark, Wonderworks, and Gulf World Marine Park are within a 5-minute drive, and St. Andrews State Park is a 15-minute drive. The city pier is 1 km away, and Pier Park with its shopping and dining is about 5 km from the property. There is no hotel shuttle, but local shuttle services are available for airport transfers.

Rooms are designed for comfort and convenience, with many featuring a private balcony overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. Rooms with two queen or one king bed are available, and family suites add bunk beds and a pull-out sofa, accommodating up to 6 people. Each room includes a full-size refrigerator, microwave, Keurig coffee maker, flat-screen TV with cable, and free Wi-Fi. Air conditioning, a private entrance, tea/coffee maker, and a work desk with an ergonomic chair are standard. Private bathrooms include a hairdryer and free toiletries; walk-in showers are featured in some rooms. Sea and gulf views face the beach, while king rooms face the inland or city and do not offer a balcony. Room location is assigned at check-in based on availability.

A hot breakfast buffet is included and served from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM. The breakfast offers a variety of options such as eggs, omelets, bacon, sausage, biscuits, pancakes, oatmeal, yogurt, cereal, fruit, and cinnamon rolls. The Indigo Bar & Grille is open poolside for lunch and dinner, with menu items averaging around $20. Guests can order food and drinks to be delivered directly to their seat on the pool deck or beach area. The pool bar serves cocktails, wine, draft beer, and a selection of snack bar items. Kids' meals are available, and the on-site minimarket offers snacks and drinks. For those wanting a change, multiple restaurants and fast food options are a short walk from the hotel.

The hotel features three swimming pools: a heated indoor pool open all year, an outdoor pool with a lazy river and shallow end, and a third pool also with a lazy river and shallow end. All pools are open daily from 8:00 AM to midnight. A hot tub is located on the pool deck. The fitness centre is equipped with cardio and weight training equipment and is free for guests. Beach access is direct, with a private beach area where lounge chairs and umbrellas are available to rent for a daily fee (seasonal, typically $50-$60 per day for a set of two chairs and an umbrella). Seasonal entertainment includes live music daily at the pool, Dive Inn movies every night, and a Polynesian Fire & Dance show three times a week through October. Beach wheelchairs are available on site.