Radisson Beachfront Hotel – Panama City Beach

Radisson Beachfront Hotel – Panama City Beach is a 14-story hotel on the Gulf at 15325 Front Beach Road, about a mile east of Pier Park. The building dates to 2003 and previously operated as Legacy by the Sea; it now flies the Radisson flag and is part of the Choice Hotels loyalty program. It sits directly on the white-sand beach, with Gulf views from the upper floors.

The hotel has 139 rooms, and they are described as spacious, with private balconies, Gulf views, microwaves, and refrigerators. The layouts suit families, couples, and business travelers, and the balcony rooms facing the water are the ones to request. Upper floors of the 14-story tower have wide views up and down the coast, and the microwaves and refrigerators help families keep snacks and drinks on hand.

On-site amenities include an outdoor pool with loungers, an outdoor hot tub, and a fitness center. The Barefoot Hideaway Grill serves casual food, from fresh seafood to quick bites, with beach views and seasonal live entertainment, and there is an on-site bar. Beach cabanas can be rented on the sand, and water sports such as parasailing are offered nearby. The hotel also has event venues for weddings and meetings, a business center, and guest laundry. Outdoor parking is complimentary, with valet available in peak seasons. The hotel does not accept pets, apart from ADA service animals. Check-in is at 4 p.m. and check-out is at 11 a.m. Rooms and common areas include Wi-Fi, and the event spaces can host small weddings on the beach.

The location is central. Pier Park is a short drive or a longer walk west, TopGolf is about 0.7 miles away, and the SkyWheel is about 1.1 miles away, according to the hotel. The restaurants, attractions, and beach bars of Front Beach Road are all around, and the Seahaven Beach Resort complex is next door. Gulf World Marine Park, a long-running marine attraction on Front Beach Road, is close by, and the Seahaven complex’s beach bar is a short walk along the sand. The beach in front of the hotel is broad and busy in summer, with seasonal chair rentals and water sports.

The Radisson suits travelers who want a straightforward Gulf-front tower with balconies and a restaurant on site, especially those who collect Choice points. It works for families and couples who want to be in the middle of Panama City Beach without paying for a large resort. St. Andrews State Park and the quieter West End are each a short drive, and Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport is roughly a half-hour away.