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The Driftwood Lodge

2.0 star property

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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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.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

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

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Double Room, Resort View, Beachfront

Double Room, Resort View, Beachfront

  • 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 - 0.5 km
  • Gulf World Marine Park - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Frank Brown Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Shipwreck Island Waterpark - 6 min drive - 5.3 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
  • 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

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 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
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. 371 out of 577 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 146 out of 577 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 577 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 577 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 577 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

8/10 Good

susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s an older property in a really great location. Walkable to the pier and pier park. Clean and friendly staff. It was off season so the tiki bar wasn’t opened nor the pool but the price reflected that so it was fine. Still get the amazing views of the gulf from your balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanest Florida hotel! Imnaculate old tine charm. Thoroughly loved our room,location and convenience. Can't wait to go back. No elevators, no parking decks, just relaxing and enjoying your time. Ours had microwave, refrigerator, coffee pot , toaster and dishes. Really a studio apartment.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sona

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walk out onto the beach without loading into an elevator! Like a step back in time. So clean and the staff is wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All around amazing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

julie

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice clean well grounds
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trisha

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruthann Elizabeth

Travelled with family
The atmosphere at the property is very comforting and relaxing.The staff is very friendly and welcoming and goes out of their way to make sure that everyone is comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Dana Jena, Holt

Travelled with family
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
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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Travelled with group
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
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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

RAYVON

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

10/10 Excellent

Marc

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

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