New Hotels in Panama City Beach , FL
At Stay In The New, we track the newest hotel openings across Panama City Beach — from the beachfront Embassy Suites and Hyatt Place to the latest arrivals on Florida's Emerald Coast. Every property verified, every opening dated.
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Recently Opened Hotels in Panama City Beach
Newly opened and newly refreshed stays across PCB and the Emerald Coast — curated for modern travelers.
Reopened May 2025
Spark by Hilton Panama City Beach
Formerly the Country Inn & Suites, this property reopened in May 2025 as a freshly rebranded Spark by Hilton — within a mile of the beach with fully modernized rooms. Free breakfast bar daily, free parking, outdoor pool, fitness center, and Hilton Honors points. The best-value new option in PCB for travelers who want a fresh Hilton product without the beachfront resort price tag.
Opened Jul 2024
Tru by Hilton Panama City Beach
A brand-new Hilton build that opened July 2024 — modern rooms with free hot breakfast, free parking, EV charging, outdoor pool, and fitness center. Located along Panama City Beach Parkway, 10 minutes to the public beach. Pet-friendly. Hilton Honors eligible. One of the most affordable true new builds in the PCB market — ideal for families and road-trippers who want a fresh hotel without paying full beachfront rates.
Opened Mar 2024
Residence Inn Panama City Beach Pier Park
Marriott's newest extended-stay property in PCB — opened March 2024 with 121 studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom suites, all with full kitchens. Located within walking distance of Pier Park, PCB's premier shopping and entertainment district. Outdoor pool, free breakfast, free parking, and Marriott Bonvoy points. The strongest new extended-stay pick near PCB's main attractions for families and longer-stay travelers.
Opened Jul 2024
Hyatt Place Panama City Beach / Beachfront
The first beachfront Hyatt property on the Gulf of Mexico — opened July 2024 on Front Beach Road with direct Gulf access, oceanfront balcony rooms, a resort-style pool with lazy river, on-site restaurant and bar, and a 24-hour fitness center. World of Hyatt points eligible. One of the most significant new beachfront hotel openings in PCB in years — the best option for travelers who want a genuine Hyatt beachfront experience on the Emerald Coast.
Opened 2023
Embassy Suites by Hilton Panama City Beach Resort
One of the most significant hotel openings in PCB history — the Embassy Suites Resort opened in 2023 directly across from the beach with all-suite accommodations, a large outdoor pool, poolside bar and grill, and the Vue55 Rooftop Terrace with sweeping Gulf views. Complimentary full breakfast and evening reception included as standard with every stay. Hilton Honors eligible. The top new full-resort option in Panama City Beach for families and groups who want all-suite space with genuine resort amenities.
Tip: We prioritize true openings — but when a major property completes a full rebrand or renovation, we'll include it as "newly refreshed."
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Panama City Beach Hotels Opening Soon
New hotels and resort developments currently under construction and in planning across Panama City Beach and the Emerald Coast.
TownePlace Suites + Element — Grand Lagoon
One of the most significant new hotel developments planned for Panama City Beach — a dual-brand Marriott project at the Grand Lagoon development on North Lagoon and Thomas Drive. The TownePlace Suites will serve extended-stay travelers with full kitchen suites and Marriott Bonvoy points, while the Element brand brings Marriott's eco-conscious lifestyle concept to PCB for the first time. Both properties will share access to a private waterpark exclusive to guests — a major differentiator in the market. One of the most anticipated new hotel openings on Florida's Emerald Coast.
Details to follow as project progressesBeach Tower Resort — Major Renovation
The Beach Tower Resort closed in late 2025 for a major comprehensive renovation and is expected to reopen with a completely new look by Spring 2026. One of PCB's established beachfront addresses, the renovation is expected to bring fully modernized rooms, updated public spaces, and upgraded amenities. Worth watching for travelers who want a beachfront option at a renovated property once it reopens.
Check back for updates as reopening approachesHilton Vacation Club Bayside Resort — Pool Enhancements
The Hilton Vacation Club Bayside Resort Panama City Beach has been undergoing significant pool renovations and property enhancements. The resort offers 2,300+ sq ft suites on the shores of Lake Powell with access to a private beach, marina, and water sports. A strong pick for families and Hilton Grand Vacations members who want a resort-style PCB experience away from the main Front Beach Road strip.
Check back for updatesAlso on the Radar
- Margaritaville Panama City Beach — The Margaritaville brand has expanded into PCB with new residential-style cottage accommodations, adding to its footprint on Florida's Gulf Coast.
- Candlewood Suites PCB Tyndall — Opened June 2025 near Tyndall Air Force Base, this 91-suite IHG extended-stay property is worth knowing about for travelers combining a PCB visit with business near the base.
- 30A Corridor — The stretch from Rosemary Beach to WaterColor just east of PCB continues to attract boutique hotel and inn developments. No major branded announcements yet but the luxury market is growing rapidly.
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New Hotels in Panama City Beach, FL
Panama City Beach is one of Florida's most visited Gulf Coast destinations — 27 miles of sugar-white sand, emerald-green water, and a hotel market that's been through one of its most active development cycles in recent history. If you're searching for new hotels in Panama City Beach, newly opened resorts on the Emerald Coast, or the best new beachfront hotels in PCB, this page tracks every significant recent opening and upcoming development across the entire market.
The most significant new beachfront arrival is the Hyatt Place Panama City Beach / Beachfront — the first beachfront Hyatt property ever on the Gulf of Mexico, opened July 2024 on Front Beach Road with direct Gulf access, oceanfront balcony rooms, a resort-style pool with lazy river, and World of Hyatt points. Alongside it, the Embassy Suites by Hilton Panama City Beach Resort opened in 2023 as one of the most complete new all-suite resort properties on the Emerald Coast — directly across from the beach with the Vue55 Rooftop Terrace, a poolside bar and grill, and complimentary full breakfast and evening reception included with every stay. Hilton Honors eligible.
The Residence Inn by Marriott Panama City Beach Pier Park brought Marriott's most popular extended-stay brand to PCB in March 2024 — 121 suites with full kitchens, free breakfast, and a location within walking distance of Pier Park, the area's premier shopping and entertainment district. For travelers who want a fresh build at a value price point, Tru by Hilton Panama City Beach(opened July 2024) and the newly rebranded Spark by Hilton Panama City Beach(reopened May 2025) are the strongest new budget options in the market — both with free breakfast, free parking, and Hilton Honors points.
On the horizon, the most anticipated development is a dual-brand Marriott project at Grand Lagoon — a TownePlace Suites and Element hotel on North Lagoon Drive with a private waterpark exclusive to guests. When complete, it will be the most distinctive new hotel offering in the Panama City Beach market. We update this page regularly as new properties open and pipeline projects are announced.
Questions About New Hotels in Panama City Beach
The most recently opened hotel in Panama City Beach is the Spark by Hilton Panama City Beach, which reopened in May 2025 as a rebranded and refreshed property near the beach with free breakfast and Hilton Honors points. Before that, Tru by Hilton Panama City Beach and Hyatt Place Panama City Beach / Beachfront both opened in July 2024, with the Residence Inn by Marriott Panama City Beach Pier Park opening in March 2024.
Yes — the Hyatt Place Panama City Beach / Beachfront opened in July 2024 on Front Beach Road as the first beachfront Hyatt property on the entire Gulf of Mexico. The hotel features direct Gulf access, oceanfront balcony rooms, a resort-style pool with lazy river, an on-site restaurant and bar, and a 24-hour fitness center. World of Hyatt points eligible.
The most significant upcoming development is the dual-brand Marriott project at Grand Lagoon — a TownePlace Suites and Element hotel on North Lagoon Drive, both sharing access to a private waterpark exclusive to hotel guests. This is one of the most anticipated new hotel openings in Panama City Beach history. The Beach Tower Resort closed in late 2025 for a comprehensive renovation and is expected to reopen with a completely new look by Spring 2026. Opening timelines are subject to change.
The Embassy Suites by Hilton Panama City Beach Resort is the best new all-suite option — opened in 2023 directly across from the beach with an all-suite layout, large outdoor pool, poolside bar and grill, Vue55 Rooftop Terrace, and complimentary full breakfast and evening reception included with every stay. Hilton Honors eligible. For extended-stay travelers who need full kitchen suites, the Residence Inn by Marriott Panama City Beach Pier Park (opened March 2024) offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom suites near Pier Park with free breakfast and Marriott Bonvoy points.
The most affordable new builds in Panama City Beach are the Tru by Hilton Panama City Beach (opened July 2024) and the Spark by Hilton Panama City Beach (reopened May 2025). Both offer free hot breakfast, free parking, outdoor pools, and Hilton Honors points at rates significantly below the beachfront resort properties. The Tru by Hilton is located about 10 minutes from the public beach along Panama City Beach Parkway, making it the best true budget new build in the PCB market.
Yes — the Embassy Suites by Hilton Panama City Beach Resort opened in January 2023, making it one of the newer full-resort properties on the Emerald Coast. It is located directly across from the public beach on Front Beach Road. The property features all-suite accommodations, a large outdoor pool, a poolside bar and grill, and the Vue55 Rooftop Terrace with sweeping Gulf views. Complimentary full breakfast and evening reception are included with every stay as standard Embassy Suites benefits.
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