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Days Inn by Wyndham Panama City Beach/Beachfront Resort
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Days Inn by Wyndham Panama City Beach/Beachfront Resort is a seven-story hotel directly on the Gulf at 12818 Front Beach Road, in the central Front Beach Road corridor of Panama City Beach. It is one of the more family-oriented beachfront hotels in this part of town, known for a pirate-themed pool area built around a six-story waterfall.
The hotel has 188 rooms in a single building. Beachfront rooms have private balconies with views of the Gulf, and all rooms include the basics expected of the brand, with free Wi-Fi throughout. Rooms facing the Gulf are the ones to request for the view, and the property’s size means there are usually a range of bed configurations for families and groups.
The pool is the centerpiece. It is open year-round and overlooks the Gulf, with a signature six-story waterfall, a pirate ship theme, and, at times, live pirate and mermaid entertainment for kids. A hot tub sits beside it. There is an on-site bar and a poolside bar, and a free hot breakfast with coffee, tea, and juice is served every morning. Barbecue grills are available for guest use, and the property has guest laundry and a 24-hour front desk. Parking is free, including space for RVs, buses, and trucks, which is handy for sports teams and groups. The hotel is part of the Wyndham Rewards program.
Guests have direct access to the beach from the property. The surrounding stretch of Front Beach Road has restaurants, beach bars, and attractions, and neighboring beachfront hotels include the Holiday Inn Express and Banana Peel Lodge. The M.B. Miller County Pier is nearby, Pier Park is a short drive west, and St. Andrews State Park is an easy drive east. Shipwreck Island Waterpark is close by, and Gulf World Marine Park is a short drive west.
This Days Inn suits families with young children who will enjoy the pirate pool, travelers on a budget who want a beachfront room with breakfast included, and groups who need free parking for larger vehicles. It is a casual, limited-service hotel, so travelers looking for a spa or fine dining should look elsewhere, but for a straightforward beach vacation it covers the essentials and puts guests right on the sand.