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Summit Beach Resort by Royal American Beach Getaways

3.5 star property
Family-friendly fun on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools
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2 outdoor pools
Restaurant
Condo, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View | Living area
Condo, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View | View from room
Condo, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View | Beach

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Gym
  • Pool

Explore the area

Map
8743 Thomas Dr, Panama City Beach, FL, 32408
  • Thomas Drive
    1 min walk
  • Panama City Beaches
    5 min walk
  • Ripley's Believe It or Not
    18 min walk
  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    27 min drive

Room options

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Condo, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View | Living room

Condo, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

About the area

Panama City Beach

A family-friendly stay in Panama City Beach awaits you at Summit Beach Resort by Royal American Beach Getaways. Within steps you'll find Thomas Drive and Panama City Beaches within a short 5-minute stroll. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a restaurant and a poolside bar. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site gym, outdoor tennis court and Hot tub. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a sauna and a children's swimming pool. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Panama City Beach hotel include St. Andrews State Park and Pier Park.

What's nearby

  • Thomas Drive - 1 min walk
  • Panama City Beaches - 5 min walk
  • Ripley's Believe It or Not - 18 min walk
  • Shipwreck Island Waterpark - 4 min drive
  • Panama City Beach Sports Complex - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pineapple Willy's Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Wharf Seafood Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hammerhead Fred's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Juan Taco - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Summit Beach Resort by Royal American Beach Getaways

Family-friendly fun on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools
Summit Beach Resort by Royal American Beach Getaways offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools, an outdoor tennis court, Access to hot tub, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the pool bar. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A children's pool, a fitness centre, and barbecue grills are also featured at the family-friendly Summit Beach Resort by Royal American Beach Getaways. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3.5-star Panama City Beach hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 guestroom or unit
  • Games room or arcade
  • Corner/local shop
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Air-conditioned accommodation at Summit Beach Resort by Royal American Beach Getaways offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodation at this 3.5-star hotel has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, microwaves, separate dining areas and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 25 per stay)

Food and drink

  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Living room
  • Playground
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • Lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Separate dining area
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 6:00 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [9400 South Thomas Drive]
Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternative location: [9600 South Thomas Drive]
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during the winter:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Self-parking fee: USD 25 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

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; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

Summit Beach Resort Royal American Beach Getaways
Summit Beach Royal American Beach Getaways Panama City Beach
Summit Beach Royal American Beach Getaways
Summit Royal American Getaway
Summit Beach Resort by Royal American Beach Getaways Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Summit Beach Resort by Royal American Beach Getaways?

Yep, Summit Beach Resort by Royal American Beach Getaways has a self car park for USD 25 per stay.

Are there any beaches close to Summit Beach Resort by Royal American Beach Getaways?

Yep, Summit Beach Resort by Royal American Beach Getaways is a short 5-minute walk from Panama City Beaches.

Does Summit Beach Resort by Royal American Beach Getaways have a pool?

Summit Beach Resort by Royal American Beach Getaways has 2 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar.

What makes Summit Beach Resort by Royal American Beach Getaways a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and private balconies help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Summit Beach Resort by Royal American Beach Getaways.

Is Summit Beach Resort by Royal American Beach Getaways family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, a playground and an arcade, it's no surprise that Summit Beach Resort by Royal American Beach Getaways is a hit with families.

Is there a private hot tub at Summit Beach Resort by Royal American Beach Getaways?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Summit Beach Resort by Royal American Beach Getaways?

No, Summit Beach Resort by Royal American Beach Getaways does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Summit Beach Resort by Royal American Beach Getaways?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and an onsite restaurant. The dining venue is closed during the winter.

What time are check-in & check-out at Summit Beach Resort by Royal American Beach Getaways?

Check-in begins at 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Summit Beach Resort by Royal American Beach Getaways?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Summit Beach Resort by Royal American Beach Getaways?

There isn't one on site, but Signal Hill Country Club is a short 10-minute walk away.

Summit Beach Resort by Royal American Beach Getaways Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 24 reviews" "

5.8/10

Cleanliness

5.4/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

5.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Sindy Martinez

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Kelly

Travelled with family
Someone tried to break in our room on Sunday night of our stay . If we hadn’t had the chain across , he would have ended up our room. What is the purpose of the key pad? Also they were down to one working elevator on Memorial Day . There is 15 floors with probably over 1500 people staying there. There were people screaming and yelling all hours of the night . The shower had mold in it .
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

2/10 Terrible

Corey

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

4/10 Poor

Russell

Travelled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not to happy
Had made the Summit my go to for vacation until this trip. Hap to pay for parking pass, visitors had trouble by guard letting they have a day pass and room was not totally clean. Floors were NASTY, The unopened toilet paper was wet. Unsure if I will stay at The Summit. I come to PCB 2 times a year due to having grandchildren living there.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The fact that the property was right off the ocean was the best part. We had a beautiful view of the ocean from the condo. It was also really close to everything you need. Lots of entertainment, shopping and 15 minutes to St. Andrews park and the pier. Was very disappointed with the cleanliness. The floors were dirty, the bathroom facilities were old and missing grout in the shower, the appliances are out of date also. The elevator rarely worked and taking 10 flights of stairs wasn't fun. They say there's a gym, but when we were there in May 2021 we were told there was a fire in Nov 2020 and they weren't even starting renovations.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Our property was very outdated with old dirty furniture. The elevators were horrible . They very seldom worked and we had to walk to the 10 th floor several times. The kitchen was very nice but there wasn’t many kitchen utensils available. We would not stay there again and it was crazy overpriced!
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

samuel

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

4/10 Poor

joe

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

6/10 Okay

Jeff

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Elevator Problems
The condo was clean and comfortable.The lady that checked us in forgot to give us the code to get in the room, but the Maintenance guy was very nice to us and let us in our room and contacted the lady to get her to text us the code. The only other problem was that the elevators on our side of the building weren't working. This caused a lot of traffic at the ones that were working, and they were noisy and didn't inspire a lot of confidence in me.
Across the street
Night view from the balcony
Day view from the balcony
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

2/10 Terrible

darcy

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Julie

Disliked: Room comfort
The Summitt is an older condo and the price reflects that. There are 4 elevators and only one was working!! I understand accidents happen, but for 3 to be down at once is definatly a lack of maintenance issue. The room was older and could use some sprucing up as well. The couch and dining chairs were heavily stained. We had a leak from the floor above that again was a poor maintenance issue. The front desk lady, the price and proximity to the beach are the only real pluses I can offer.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

cathy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Weather was great rooms were well kept and clean issues was elevator long wait only one was working and had to boil water due to working on water system but in all was a good trip I would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

2/10 Terrible

mollie l.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Dirty, bugs.
Heavy Coffee table falling apart. Could really hurt someone if fell. Door falling apart. Stains all over furniture. Floors turn your feet black instantly. Just plain DIRTY! NOT ACCEPTABLE!!!

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The only thing good about this property is the bartender at Bikini Bob's. The room was terrible, disgusting, had bugs, very dirty, lights were burnt out, TV didn't work. The rest of the property was also a disappointment. The elevators are sketchy, under construction (as they have been for months and months), hallways are dirty, elevator was dirty and slow. The room next to us had construction going on so the noise was awful. I have stayed here multiple times but don't plan on another. I'm guessing the reason for all the bugs is that they are working on so many rooms and leave the doors constantly open. I did contact via the app and ask for maintenance to come for the bugs and other issues with our room but never received one single response. And we were there for 5 days (unfortunately).
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked that it was on the beach. The property was under repair so some of the amenities were no available. But soon as the repairs are now the place will be great.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Great location
Location is excellent right on the beach. Balcony if you was amazing. Pull out sofa had no blanket and several phone calls and trips down the road to the office, finally three days later got the blanket. Check in was a nightmare. Confusion between that on location hotel desk and down the road check in. This process definitely needs some tweaking! Also, be aware of added fees! Jacks up the price quite a bit!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The facilities weren’t clean or updated. Our room was absolutely disgusting. We couldn’t walk barefoot without our feet being covered in red/brown dirt. The comforters and couch/other furniture had stains all over them, so we had to lay on blankets that we brought. The staff members were very rude and dismissive. Had to go to 3 different locations to check in. We had to purchase a parking pass to be on the premises. Since we did not budget for this, it messed some things up money wise.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Relaxing Vacation
it was an older condo. The appliances were new except for the coffee maker, but it worked okay. The place was clean with a fantastic view of the beach. I didn't like having to go to an alternate location for check-in.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Beach access
There is easy, convenient access to the beach. Also, they have several amenities to offer.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018

6/10 Okay

Sandra

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It's OK...
Apartment was clean but is not well kept. Broken baseboards, holes in the walls, AC unit SUPER load and drips water.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What you see is what you get - and that's not bad
You get exactly what you pay for - and should expect from a hotel affectionately called the Scummit by locals. It's efficient and has everything you need, but really nothing more. Location is absolutely excellent - right on the water and walking distance to two of the best bars in town: Newbys and Spinnakers. Perfect place for spring breakers and well laid out for families or a girls trip. If you're expecting a fancy resort, try some place else. If you're looking for efficient and economical, the Summit is for you.