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The Driftwood Lodge

2.0 star property

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Relax by the ocean with a clear view of the sandy shoreline, featuring a wooden fence and comfortable beach chairs.
Relax by the oceanfront pool surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas.
Enjoy ocean views from this patio, featuring a barbecue grill and comfortable seating.
Stroll through our serene courtyard surrounded by lush palm trees and beautifully manicured gardens.
Enjoy a refreshing drink at this outdoor bar, where you can watch your favorite shows on the TV screen.

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
15811 Front Beach Road, Panama City Beach, FL, 32413
  • Pier Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Russell-Fields Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Frank Brown Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen, Beach View

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen, Beach View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Resort View, Beachfront

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Double Room, Resort View, Beachfront

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Panama City Beach

The Driftwood Lodge is centrally located in Panama City Beach, a 5-minute walk from Pier Park and 5 minutes by foot from Swampy Jack's Wongo Adventure. .This beach hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Russell-Fields Pier and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Frank Brown Park.

What's nearby

  • Pier Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Russell-Fields Pier - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Gulf World Marine Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Frank Brown Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Shipwreck Island Waterpark - 7 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Margaritaville - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Sharky's Beachfront Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Hook'd Pier Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Driftwood Lodge

Family fun on the beach, with 3 outdoor pools, near Swampy Jack's Wongo Adventure
The Driftwood Lodge offers 46 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Premium cable television is provided. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Panama City Beach hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 46 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a terrace. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a television in a common area.
Satisfy your appetite at Melon Heads, a beachfront bar/lounge which features an ocean view. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the beach bar.
Featured amenities include a computer station, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Free self parking is available onsite.
Melon Heads - This bar is located on the beach. Happy hour is offered.

Languages

English, Russian, Spanish

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)
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 2-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 4-device limit

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 6 metres; reservations required
  • Offsite parking; reservations required
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Melon Heads

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Beach volleyball
  • Books
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Games
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Playground
  • Snorkelling
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1950
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 15 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per stay

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property requires all guests to be 25 years of age, with exceptions made for minors accompanied by parents.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Free in-room WiFi has a 2-device limit; WiFi in public areas is also free and has a 4-device limit

Property is also known as

Driftwood Lodge Panama City Beach
Driftwood Lodge
Driftwood Panama City Beach
The Driftwood Lodge Hotel
The Driftwood Lodge Panama City Beach
The Driftwood Lodge Hotel Panama City Beach

The Driftwood Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 398 out of 615 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 154 out of 615 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 615 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 615 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 615 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve been here several times and always had a great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANNE MARIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed multiple places this is by far our favorite. There is a small old time charm about it. Very clean . We love staying there at beach level
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brianne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay overall. I loved it. Will be back soon
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela, tallahassee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Be sure to pay extra for oceanfront and you won’t hear a thing! Not updated, but clean and close to Pier Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was the best
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay, wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice, Chicago

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience, amazing customer service and great views with access to the beach and pools. Definitely recommend this for families
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Daryl

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Do not stay here.

I will not be coming back to this hotel. Staff was so rude. Reserved a room with a kitchenette but ended up with a microwave. The rooms they put us in was so small. Never hard to walk with 4 people in it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with family
Property grounds are great! Staff friendly. Rooms old school/kitschy. Would def stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Leonard, Beverly

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
A bit run down with limited amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It reminded me of old Florida hotels. If you don't mind things looking a little dated, I found it to be charming and relaxing. I was very comfortable there and the location was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Hidden Gem On The Beach

Weather was heavy rain, but the property has a large patio section with seats and games to play. Balcony is larger than any Ive seen lately. Would definitely stay here for a longer period of time next time.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Glad we stumbled upon this place...right on the beach and walking distance to restaurants and beach plaza
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ellen

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located on the beach close to shopping district.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nachite

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have been here before and would come again. It’s close to everything, shopping restaurants and entertainment. Rooms are great with kitchenette and ocean views. Plus it’s only 3 1/2 hours away.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

ANDREW

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024