€96.65 Avg/night
Rate based on Check-in 30 Jun 2013 Check-out 1 Jul 2013

Boardwalk Beach Resort Convention Center and Hotel

2 stars
9600 South Thomas Drive, Panama City Beach, FL 32408
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
2.3
out of 5
69 reviews
Good price for right on the beach..

Good price for right on the beach.. I would stay there again. No real problems with the room or... See full review

  • David
  • 6 Jul 2010
Great amenities

My husband and I stayed at this hotel on July 5th and they did a fireworks show and a barbeque for... See full review

  • Anonymous
  • 6 Jul 2008
Kid-friendly, beachfront resort near Panama City
With a private beach the size of 11 football fields, there is plenty of space to take in the sun, sand and Gulf at the Boardwalk Beach Resort Convention Center and Hotel. There is also an enormous pool deck featuring a pool with cascading waterfalls, two hot tubs and a Splash Zone for kids, and a sun deck enveloped by rustling palms. At Boardwalk Beach, guests choose between comfortable hotels rooms and luxurious condominiums.
Highlights
  • A 2,500 square-foot pool
  • Huge private beach
  • Convenience store on-site
  • Kid-friendly activities
  • Two restaurants and food court
Rooms
The guest rooms at the Boardwalk Beach Resort and Hotel are basic and bright with soothing tropical paint tones and large picture windows offering view of the two large pools at the hotel or of the Gulf. There are Wi-Fi "hot zones" throughout the hotel. The 22 floors of condominiums at the Boardwalk Beach Resort Convention Center and Hotel all have breathtaking views of the Gulf from full-window, eight-foot wide sliding glass doors and from private balconies. Their lavish appointments include crown molding throughout, cultured marble showers, washer/dryer and fully equipped kitchens with granite countertop breakfast bars. Layouts range from efficiencies up to three bedrooms.
Features
The fitness center, complete with sauna and steam room, is free for guests. Covered parking is available. The Island Breeze Corner Market features food and sundries.
Dining

There are several dining option at the Boardwalk Beach Resort Convention Center and Hotel. Under the Boardwalk offers beers on tap and other refreshments, and fresh seafood, salads and other light fare. The Blue Moose Bar n' Grille, located inside the Convention Center, serves seafood and steak entrees and casual menu items including wings and chicken fingers. Also inside the Convention Center, the Food Court has a variety of casual favorites including pizza, hot dogs and ice cream.

Recreation
The Activity Center at the resort has games to borrow and has information on beach sports. The Boardwalk Beach Resort Convention Center and Hotel also has a Kid's Club.
Transportation
  • Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (11 mi/17.7 km)
  • Taxi and shuttle service available
Attractions
  • Coconut Creek Family Fun Park (0.4 mi/0.6 km)
  • Zoo World (0.9 mi/1.5 km)
  • Shipwreck Island Waterpark (2.3 mi/3.7 km)
  • Saint Andrews State Park (4.4 mi/7.1 km)
  • Gulf World Marine Park (5 mi/8 km)
  • Frank Brown Sports Complex (6 mi/9.7 km)
Business
  • Convention Center
  • Work areas available
  • Free, high-speed Internet access
  • Fax, copy and print services
Policies and fees
Minimum check-in age is 18 years. Guests to pay $200 USD per unit (refundable) as security deposit. Advance deposit -- first night's room and tax due with 10 days of booking. $2.95 USD - $5.95 USD per night amenity fee.

This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.

Boardwalk Beach Resort Convention Center and Hotel Rooms

Double Gulfview
The room offers 2 Double Beds with Wi-Fi hot zone, desk with data-port phone, gulf view, hair dryer, air conditioning, microwave, cable TV, coffee maker, mini refrigerator and iron/ironing board. Connecting rooms for families are available as well as family rooms with sofa sleepers for the kids.
Double Poolside
The room offers 2 Double Beds with Wi-Fi hot zone, desk with data-port phone, pool view, hair dryer, air conditioning, microwave, cable TV, coffee maker, mini refrigerator and iron/ironing board. Connecting rooms for families are available.

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
  • FREE parking
  • Pool
Activities
Pool
Dining
Restaurant
Services
Conference facilities
Internet
Wireless internet
Parking
FREE parking
Accessibility
Handicapped rooms/facilities

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Hotel Map

30.1738 -85.8005
Area served
Panama City Beach.
Nearby airports
Panama City - Bay County Airport (PFN).
Area description
The Boardwalk Beach Resort Convention Center and Hotel is located near to Pirate Island Golf, Natural Kneads and Ebro Greyhound Park.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1600
Check-out:
1000

Terms and conditions

Extra charges may apply for children. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the quoted rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (69)

Ratings and reviews for Boardwalk Beach Resort Convention Center and Hotel

Overall score

2.3 / 5
69 out of 69
Amenities:
2.6
Room cleanliness:
2.6
Hotel staff:
2.9
Room comfort:
2.5
Location:
4.1
Value:
2.6

36% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

2
janay
South Georgia
28 Jun 2009

Expecting more than I got....

I must mention that we arrived before checkin and had to wait awhile for a key. When we finally got our key we realized that you didn't have to have a card to open our door. After one hour, they fixed it. Until they fixed it, we couldn't leave.I believe we stayed in the oldest part of the hotel. Our room faced a tree and the pool. If you choose to stay I would request beachside and the newer ones. Would I stay there again? Doubtful. Don't count on a kiddie pool because it didn't have any water. Also, when you come off of the beach, their shower is broken. If you want to wash off the sand you must go back to the pool shower to do so. They blamed everything on the kids that come for retreats. I think alot of it is they need to update and repair.Some of the caulking around the A/C was missing. You could see the sunshine from the outside...

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
2
Location:
2
Value:
2
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Angelos steak pit. Great food. Family atmosphere. Don't let the lines discourage you. We had a less than 30 minute wait for a table. Super large restaurant. Great service. It is on Front Beach Road.

Review of Boardwalk Beach Resort Convention Center and Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
USA
6 Jul 2008

Great amenities

My husband and I stayed at this hotel on July 5th and they did a fireworks show and a barbeque for the entire hotel. It was absolutely wonderful. I requested to stay on the first floor but they couldn't guarentee it. But we did get a first floor room right on the beach and we were able to check in about 3 hours earlier than the check in time. The staff was very nice and the restaurant/bar was wonderful as well. Highly recommended hotel. The next time we come to PC Beach on July 4th weekend we will definately stay there and bring the kids. We didn't have our kids but it was family friendly and they even had a movie on the beach for the children as well. It was worth the price and the price was reasonable as well!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Boardwalk Beach Resort Convention Center and Hotel

Reviewer score

1
Anonymous
USA
29 Jun 2008

Vacation gone bad

My stay at the board walk resort could be compared to camping. Everything was plugged into extention cords because there were not enough plugs.And even then you had to unplug one thing to make the next work. I was amazed to see that a 3 star hotel had no wall plates over the plugs. I must say having children was a big safety hazard for my family, since my children could just go stick their finger in the plug.I was sore for 4 days after staying at this hotel because my bed frame was broke and I had to sleep on top of my husband because the bed rolled us into one another. I would not recommend this to anyone because it was uncomfortable and unsafe. I was very disappointed because this was trip for my daughter for her birthday and it was miserable!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
1
Location:
4
Value:
1
Review of Boardwalk Beach Resort Convention Center and Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
USA
20 Apr 2008

it was everything i expected

this hotel was next to a lot of good restaurants and clubs. the room was a little small

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Boardwalk Beach Resort Convention Center and Hotel

Reviewer score

1
Anonymous
Business
Cincinnati, OH
8 Apr 2008

Some thing's you should know...

Some of the staff were ok, but some were very rude to us and did not want to assist. We asked to speak to a manager because they had changed the checkout time and did not notify us. Our bill stated 10:00am, the staff called our room at 8:15am and informed us that check out was at 8:00am, and that we needed to check out and that there was going to be a $50.00 charge for a late checkout. We asked to speak to a manager and were told that we would have to drive down the road to speak to one because they were not able to do anything about the $50.00 late charge at this location. They also make you fill out a room checklist when entering and tell you that if you do not turn one in, they will charge you for every item missing from the room. If you are on spring break, or just looking to stay one night, be warned though they have about a million thing's they want to charge you for, so be very careful when you check in and make sure everything is in your room when you check in and be sure to verify the check out time. There is also a security deposit of $200.00 that you must pay. We were able to have the $50.00 late check-out removed, but I would really not recommend this hotel. If you have a family, I would not stay here in the months of March or April either because their are Spring Breaker's everywhere partying on the balconys. I just went down with a couple of friends for 1 night and we were not very happy with the way that we were treated. If you have asthma, the rooms smell like mildew so I would watch out for that also. The rooms are right on the beach though near Club La Vela, and a couple more clubs if that's what you are looking for, then you'll be happy! If you have a family though I would stronly recommend you stay somewhere else!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
1
Location:
5
Value:
1
Holiday purpose:

Business

Nightlife tip: Short walk from hotel

You are very close to Pinapple Willy's, Club La Vela, and there are several resturants nearby you can walk to. Also you are right on the beach so you don't have to walk to a beach access. If you are looking for good food you are near Hammer Head Fred's they have great seafood! There are about 5 Waffle House's nearby also.

Review of Boardwalk Beach Resort Convention Center and Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
USA
3 Apr 2008

clean and comfortable

The location was perfect for a very fun filled weekend.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Nightlife tip: Short walk from hotel

Club Lavelle and Coyote Ugly, Pineapple Willys has great ribs!

Review of Boardwalk Beach Resort Convention Center and Hotel

Reviewer score

1
Roberto A1
USA
30 Mar 2008

Never again

The Boardwalk Beach Resort was very poor starting with check-in. I had to wait in line for 20 minutes and when I finally got helped the lady was rude. I arrived at 5pm and they told me that I would have to wait for my room for an unknown amount of time. We fianlly got into the room after 6pm. Our first morning we woke up to a soaking wet carpet and a wet bathroom floor. We found out that the room above us was leaking water. I stopped by the front desk and told them. I called 4 times that day and I even went by and spoke with the manager. They did fix the leak after the 3rd call, but they never soaked up the water and it was still soaking wet when we left over 24 hours later. The room smelled like mildew and our items were wet from the water. I informed the staff at check out about my troubles and they did not offer any apologes.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
2
Location:
5
Value:
2
Review of Boardwalk Beach Resort Convention Center and Hotel

Reviewer score

2
Anonymous
USA
11 Mar 2008

Reliving my youth

When I got there it was something out of a mtv spring break show. There was a group check in in which every on needed to have there Id's copyed. When I went to check out they told me I would have to wait to have my room inspected. They told me that it would be three hours before a person would be avalible to check the room. After some debate I talked them into leting me go. Only because I had to be in New Orlean in five hours. They had to have know I had something to do with a 5:30 wake up call!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
3
Nightlife tip: Short walk from hotel

The two large clubs

Review of Boardwalk Beach Resort Convention Center and Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
USA
11 Mar 2008

great location

This hotel is right on the beach. We could look out our window and see the ocean. It was very convenient and it is not too far from restaurants either.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Nightlife tip: Short walk from hotel

There are many clubs and bars in short walking distance. There are also miniature gold courses near by.

Review of Boardwalk Beach Resort Convention Center and Hotel

Reviewer score

1
Anonymous
Richmond, VA
20 Feb 2008

Great location

I'd say it's good for teenagers. The view is great but not for family. The amount you pay for is great. But housekeeping is very poor.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
5
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