The Driftwood Lodge

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Wonderful

Popular amenities

24/7 front desk

Laundry

Housekeeping

Bar

Parking available

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15811 Front Beach Road, Panama City Beach, FL, 32413

Pier Park
5 min walk
Panama City Beaches
5 min walk
Russell-Fields Pier
6 min walk
Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
18 min drive

Room options

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

46 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Double Room, Resort View, Beachfront

31 sq m
Beach view
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

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Pool

Hot tub

Parking included

Free WiFi

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

5 Dec - 6 Dec

About this property

Ocean-view hotel with a beach bar, near Russell-Fields Pier

At The Driftwood Lodge, relax by one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools or spend the day at the beach where you can enjoy snorkelling.

The Driftwood Lodge offers 46 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Premium cable televisions are provided. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

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 telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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

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

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Driftwood Lodge. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Pier Park. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus 3 outdoor pools.

Free Wi-Fi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
Free self-parking
Enjoy a beachfront location while dining at Melon Heads
Motorhome/coach/lorry parking available for a fee
Take a swim in the 3 outdoor pools or soak in the hot tub
Amenities include newspapers, a gift shop and a computer
On-site recreation includes volleyball and a playground
Just a 5-minute walk from Pier Park and 6 minutes on foot from Russell-Fields Pier

Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities, such as umbrellas and sunloungers. Bring your whole family to The Driftwood Lodge for summer fun including 3 outdoor swimming pools, a children's pool and surfing/body boarding.

There's a coffee shop/cafe on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach hotel also offers a hot tub, a garden and a terrace. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Panama City Beach hotel.

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
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

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
Garden
On the beach
On the waterfront
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace

Accessibility

No lift

2 floors
3 buildings
Built in 1950
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

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

Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Desk
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Mobile key entry
Phone

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 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Kids stay free! Children 15 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per stay.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Guests arriving after 6:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 5 days before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

This property requires all guests to be 25 years of age, with exceptions made for minors accompanied by parents.

We should mention

Children aged 15 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in 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

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Good

Dana Jena, Holt

Travelled with family

22 Aug 2024

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

Very family oriented and also good for seniors. Ground was mostly level or very few steps. Grades were not excessively steep. In close proximity to the beach.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

jodi

Travelled with family

19 Aug 2024

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

Would have liked the Tiki bar to stay open later. But over all we loved our stay. Nothing to complain about. Will definitely be going bk and staying there again. Very family friendly. The price was great! Great views. Close to pier. Shopping is walking distance. There is a bar called Donovans right across the street and Wes the bartender is awesome!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

natalie

19 Aug 2024

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

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

18 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Travelled with group

14 Aug 2024

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

Had a wonderful time with my friends. I really have no complaints about our stay

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner

12 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Excellent service and friendly staff! Stayed here for 5 nights as part of a destination wedding and couldn't have asked for a better home base. My wife and I especially loved how close we were to the beach and the nearby dining area which had great bars and restaurants. Overall lovely and very pretty.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

4 Aug 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

RAYVON

Travelled with family

3 Aug 2024

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc

2 Aug 2024

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

We enjoyed the property and would stay again!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Ray

31 Jul 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We checked in, went to the room (in the motel portion of the property), and immediately left the room and checked out. There were flies in the room and it smelled like smoke. The online pictures were taken at angles that left out the less undesirable details. The comforters were very old and faded. The room wasn’t necessarily dirty, just very dingy. It was late when we arrived and there were kids running around unattended, people standing around smoking, adults partying loudly in the hot tub. If you are ok staying in motels that have a number in their name you will probably be ok with this place. If you like a refined hotel it is not for you. I would rate this place a 2 star. They did refund all our money less the first night and I thought that fair enough. This place has great reviews. These reviews were left by folks who don’t mind dealing with all the things I’ve listed above.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Travelled with family

26 Jul 2024

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Elisheba

Travelled with family

26 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Staff & service

Not our first choice but it was a decent stay. It was very dated and we had our vehicle vandalized in the parking lot. Some of the housekeeping staff were rude.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

linda

26 Jul 2024

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

Very family oriented

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Travelled with family

22 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The staff were very friendly and polite. The ground were very well kept.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Christie

19 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great Customer Service.

Hotel room was clean and well located. It is old with dated finishes and bedding.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

16 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

15 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Perfect location, old vibe with just enough of current tech to stay comfy but still disengage from the day to day stressors. Love the tiki bar, grill set ups, beach chair access, two pools kid friendly but not overwhelming. It was perfect. Walking distance to shops, dives, and the mainstream touristy spots. Never had to leave. Excellent. Kind of wish I kept it a secret.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024