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Top of the Gulf Condominiums by RAH

2 stars
8817 Thomas Drive, Panama City Beach, FL 32408
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
2.0
out of 5 17 reviews
PERFECT STAY

WE ARRIVED AT THE CONDO AT 12:00 AND OUR CHECK IN WAS NOT UNTIL 4:00 BUT I WENT TO SEE IF THE ROOM... See full review

  • Anonymous
  • 20 Apr 2008
Best deal for the money

The hotel itself was less than glamorous. Upon checking out we found a number of items that were... See full review

  • Anonymous
  • 29 Mar 2008
Gulf-front condominiums with pool on Panama City Beach
The Top of the Gulf Condominiums by RAH make a great base camp to explore the action-packed Panama City Beach area. Countless water sports, restaurants, clubs and shops lie within walking distance of the condominiums. But with a huge pool patio and miles of white-sand beach just outside the door, there is also plenty to do on-site. Spacious, modern condominiums await guests with many home-like amenities.
Highlights
  • Beachfront location
  • Large pool and deck
  • Full kitchens
  • Convenient to restaurants
Rooms
Each bright, roomy unit at the Top of the Gulf Condominiums by RAH is decorated in its own individual style. Every efficiency suite has either a resort or Gulf view where sunsets are not to be missed. The units have fully equipped kitchens and dining areas, and most also have sleeper sofas.
Features
The Top of the Gulf Condominiums by RAH has a fitness center. There is free guest parking.
Dining

During peak season, the poolside snack bar is open at Top of the Gulf Condominiums by RAH.

Recreation
There is a sprawling pool deck overlooking the Gulf at the Top of the Gulf Condominiums by RAH.
Transportation
  • Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (11 mi/17.7 km)
  • Taxi and shuttle service available
Attractions
  • Emerald Falls Recreation Center (0.5 mi/0.8 km)
  • Coconut Creek Family Fun Park (0.6 mi/1 km)
  • Zoo World (1 mi/1.6 km)
  • Shipwreck Island Waterpark (2.5 mi/4 km)
  • St. Andrews State Park (4.3 mi/6.9 km)
  • Gulf World Marine Park (5.1 mi/8.2 km)
  • Pier Park (5.8 mi/9.3 km)
  • Frank Brown Sports Complex (6.1 mi/9.8 km)
Policies and fees
Minimum check in age is 25 years old. Security deposit -- $300 USD per unit (refundable) or a $45 USD damage waiver insurance policy (non refundable). $15 registration fee per vehicle. Departure cleaning fee -- $50 USD. Please note -- guests must check in at the Royal American Welcome Center, 9400 South Thomas Drive, Panama City Beach, FL. The center is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Check-in time is after 4 p.m. Check-out time is 10 a.m.

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

Top of the Gulf Condominiums by RAH Rooms

Efficiency Resort View
This room offers 1 Queen Bed and 1 Sofa Sleeper Sofa with cable TV, air conditioning, fully equipped kitchen, hair dryer, iron and ironing board. Departure Cleaning Fee - $60
Efficiency Gulf View
This room offers 1 Queen Bed and 1 Sofa Sleeper Sofa with cable TV, air conditioning, fully equipped kitchen, hair dryer, iron and ironing board. Departure Cleaning Fee - $60

Amenities

  • Pool
Activities
Pool

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Hotel Map

30.1716 -85.7947
Area served
Panama City Beach.
Nearby airports
Panama City-Bay County International Airport.
Area description
Top of the Gulf Condominiums has proximity to Ocean Opry, Shipwreck Island Amusement Park, Goofy Golf and Naskart Raceway.

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 (17)

Ratings and reviews for Top of the Gulf Condominiums by RAH

Overall score

2 / 5
About the scores
17 out of 17
Amenities:
2.2
Room cleanliness:
2.6
Hotel staff:
2.6
Room comfort:
2.6
Location:
4.1
Value:
1.9

41% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Top of the Gulf Condominiums by RAH

Reviewer score

2

Would not recommend

BETH BIKERMOM
GA
6 May 2013

HOTEL

HAD TO WAIT 30 MINUTES JUST TO GET INTO ROOM, UNABLE TO OPEN DOOR WITH KEYS PROVIDED AND MAINTENANCE HAD DIFFICULT AS WELL.ON WEB SITE NOTHING WAS SAID ABOUT THE ADDITIONAL CHARGES WE HAD TO PAY ON ARRIVAL TO SITE. ROOM WAS CLEAN I GUESS THE ONLY PLUS TO OUR STAY, THANKS BUT NO THANKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
3
Location:
2
Value:
1
Money-saving tip: In Hotel

DO NOT STAY HERE.

Review of Top of the Gulf Condominiums by RAH

Reviewer score

2

Would not recommend

happy feet
Dothan, AL
17 Sep 2012

Needs improvement

It would be great if they had workable toilets and better doors, but either than that the place was great and my kids had a great time.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
1
Review of Top of the Gulf Condominiums by RAH

Reviewer score

3

Would recommend

JoeDaGreat
Panama city beach, Florida
26 Jun 2012

Hotel

I love the view point that I got in the hotel and location.

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

Club La Vela

Review of Top of the Gulf Condominiums by RAH

Reviewer score

3

Would recommend

hollywood25
Georgia, USA
7 May 2012

getaway

had a great time, was a beautiful view, would def go back

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
3
Review of Top of the Gulf Condominiums by RAH

Reviewer score

3

Would recommend

hollywood25
Georgia, USA
23 Apr 2012

fun

great location beautiful beach, comfortable bed would love to come back

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of Top of the Gulf Condominiums by RAH

Reviewer score

1

Would not recommend

gmoore
Atlanta, GA, USA
28 Nov 2011

view was great, but...

- filthy tile floor - carpet was filthy - dirty large living room mirrors and picture windows to beach - all blankets in closet smelled like body (filthy) - sheets would not stay on bed and mattress was filthy from past spilled coffee and other food - broken blinds on primary front windows to beach - no pressure to shower head due to leaking from spicket (not a building water pressure issue) - no electric vent fan in bathroom - front door was difficult to open and deadbolt would not lock from outside - no DVD player as part of TV configuration - no heated pool or jaccuzzi - no internet in room ** view was the only great thing about the room

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
1
Location:
5
Value:
1
Review of Top of the Gulf Condominiums by RAH

Reviewer score

1

Would not recommend

Anonymous
lagrange georgia
2 May 2010

Was double booked at top of the gulf

I booked top of the gulf resort was rerouted to sunbird because it was over booked. Got to sunbird and was told their was an additional 75.00 dollar cleaning fee along with a refundable 300. dollar deposit or a 45 refundable deposit. I was not made aware of any of this. After I told them that I did not know any of this they said they could book me at the board walk hotel! Horrible. By then I had no choice. I was told that it was bike with a motorcycle convention going on and drunk people all around and loud music until 3 am. We left at 4 am. I will never ever book with [...]. By the way there was no where to park and I had to walk 2 miles to the hotel [...] What a nightmare and all of this with a 4 yr old child.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
1
Location:
1
Value:
1
Review of Top of the Gulf Condominiums by RAH

Reviewer score

1

Would not recommend

Anonymous
New Orleans, LA
5 Apr 2010

Horrible! The Worst!!!

The hotel was very dirty and they refused to clean it each day like normal hotels although we had to pay an extra "cleaning" fee upon arrival for $75.00. They wouldn't give us extra towels and then they expected us to clean the towels ourselves, although we had no washer or dryer.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
1
Location:
4
Value:
1
Review of Top of the Gulf Condominiums by RAH

Reviewer score

1

Would not recommend

Anonymous
Austin, Tx
16 Mar 2010

Terrible

Hidden fees as soon as we checked in. Had to pay a fee for departure cleaning yet when we got in the room it wasnt clean from the last guests. Looked more like they just made the bed and took out the trash. Toilet paper not supplied.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
1
Location:
4
Value:
1
Review of Top of the Gulf Condominiums by RAH

Reviewer score

1

Would recommend

Anonymous
Cleveland, OH
14 Mar 2010

Great view, very small bathroom

Hotel is beautiful on outside and well maintained and secure. The bathroom was a big dissappointment. Too small and very dirty. Kitchen had metal cabinets that were rusty. Had a nice view of the gulf. No balcony but there were outdoor balcony areas for viewing on each floor. Kids enjoyed spring break with lots of activities and giveaways. Definitely go back to this area, not necessarily this location. Arrived early and were allowed into our room before 3:00. A plus for a long drive. People were generally friendly.

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

Get on Rt.98 and go west a few miles to find a diverse selection of restaurants.

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